VA knows that the first step to providing superior patient care is to take care of you first, and the quality of work/life balance VA physicians experience simply cannot be found in private practice.

With predictable schedules, a virtually paperless work environment, and no billing hassles, our physicians have the time to thrive professionally and get closer to their patients. They enjoy long-term relationships with Veterans of all ages, most of whom will rely on VA caregivers for the rest of their lives. And, the burden of liability protection is also lifted from our physicians' shoulders, as they do not need to purchase malpractice insurance; nor do they have to worry about "tail" insurance coverage if they leave VA employment. Read more.

A well-rested medical staff has a direct impact on producing positive patient outcomes. So in addition to predictable schedules, VA physicians earn 26 days of paid annual (vacation/personal) leave starting their first year and may accumulate up to 86 days.

Read what Dr. G Arul has to say about VA's culture of work-life balance.