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The White House
Office of the Vice President
For Immediate Release

Readout of Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden's Visit to Brooke Army Medical Center

Earlier today, the Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden visited Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. The Bidens visited with rehabilitating servicemembers, many of whom were injured while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, at the Center for the Intrepid. They also met with active duty military doctors, nurses and staff to thank them for the steadfast care they are providing to their patients every single day. The Bidens concluded their visit by spending time with inpatients and their families, and thanking them for their service to and sacrifice for our country.

To view a photograph of the Bidens’ visit to Brooke Army Medical Center, please click HERE.

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ABOUT THE CENTER FOR THE INTREPID

The Center for the Intrepid is a rehabilitation facility that treats amputees and burn victims. It was specifically built to provide care for United States servicemen and women who have served in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Veterans from previous conflicts are also eligible to receive treatment, as well as military personnel who have sustained injuries in other operations, training exercises, or in non-combat situations.