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Columbia VA HCS patient advocates help Veterans resolve problems and get the care they deserve. Find out how to connect with a patient advocate.
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The patient advocates with the Columbia VA Health Care System are specially trained to help you resolve issues with your care. If you've experienced any problems that you haven't been able to resolve by talking with your care team, please reach out to one of our patient advocates.
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Connect with a patient advocate

    If you have a compliment, complaint, or other issue which you believe requires resolution, please contact one of our patient representatives. Their contact information is provided below:

    Contact (803) 776-4000 ext. 56937 (1-800-293-8262)

    • Lisa Boxton
    • Nate Gantt
    • Maurice "Reesie" Gillard
    • Michelle Hayes
    • Maggie Lockett
    • Candler Rhodes
    • Lynet Winfrey
    • Lisa Young
    • Evetta Gregg

    Care we provide at Columbia VA Health Care System

    Our patient advocates work hard to make sure you receive the best possible care. They offer help with:

    • Patient concerns with the care team
    • Advocating for patient and family rights
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    Related information
    VA's patient advocacy program
    Learn more about how patient advocates support Veterans at VA and what the process of working with one is like.
    Patient rights and responsibilities
    Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a patient at VA.
    Rights and responsibilities of family members of Veteran patients
    Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a family member who may be helping a Veteran make decisions about their care.