IN SERVICE TO NORTH CAROLINA

INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH

LOCATED IN DURHAM, NC

OUR MISSION

TO SUPPORT RESEARCH AND EDUCATION THROUGHOUT THE DURHAM VETERANS AFFAIRS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM TO ENHANCE THE HEALTH AND LIVES OF VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES AND THE PUBLIC AT LARGE.

OUR VISION

Honoring Our Veterans through Innovative Medical Discovery

PURPOSE

Established in 1989, the Institute for Medical Research conducts and supports research and educational activities in collaboration with the Durham VA Health Care System with funds from private companies, donors, governmental agencies, foundations and academic institutions.

The Institute for Medical Research strives to advance the health and well being of veterans and their families.

Over the years, VA research has contributed to many important health advances. Some of these include –

  • Development of microelectronics and robotics to create artificial limbs
  • Creation of the nicotine patch to help people stop smoking
  • Invention of the cardiac pacemaker.
  • First successful liver transplant
  • Contributing to the development of the CAT (or CT) scan
  • Developing the practice of an aspirin a day to prevent heart attacks

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imrhelpsvets IMR @imrhelpsvets ·
14 May

Thanks to all the presenters and visitors during today’s @VADurham #VAResearchWeek showcase. You rep #research well. @DurhamADAPT

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imrhelpsvets IMR @imrhelpsvets ·
14 May

Come out and join us for the DVHCS research showcase today from 9:30-12:30, rain or shine, at the hospital main entrance. @vadurham @DurhamADAPT #VAResearch

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imrhelpsvets IMR @imrhelpsvets ·
10 May

Stop by and visit IMR on May 14 between 0930-1230 and learn about all the amazing research being showcased. Details below. @vadurham @DurhamADAPT

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vadurham Durham VA Health Care System @vadurham ·
20 Oct

October 20th is National Mammography Day!
1 in 8 women will have breast cancer in their lifetime.
Speak with your VA health care team to assess if you are at risk for breast cancer or call 1-855-VA-WOMEN and ask about SERVICE Act to learn more.

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Institute for Medical Research

In Service to North Carolina - Located in Durham

MAIN PHONE: 984-250-7013

PHYSICAL/SHIPPING ADDRESS: 411 West Chapel Hill Street, Suite 310 Durham, NC 27701

MAILING ADDRESS: DVAHCS, 508 Fulton Street, 151-IMR Durham, NC 27705

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