Information about VA Medical Services on Oahu
Disclaimer
The Oahu Veterans Council is a nonprofit organization and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. We do not determine eligibility, schedule appointments, or process claims. We provide publicly available contact information and website links as a community resource directory only.
If this is an emergency, call 911. For immediate mental health support, dial 988 and press 1.
Spark M. Matsunaga VA Medical Center – Honolulu
Spark M. Matsunaga VA Medical Center is the primary U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital serving Veterans in Hawaiʻi and the Pacific Islands. The facility provides comprehensive health care services to eligible Veterans, including primary care, specialty care, mental health services, and inpatient treatment.
Spark M. Matsunaga VA Medical Center is a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facility located in Honolulu and operated as part of the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System. It serves eligible Veterans by providing primary care, specialty care, inpatient services, and behavioral health treatment.
Main Phone
808-433-0600
Call this number for general information, appointment scheduling, referrals, and care coordination.
Location
Address: 459 Patterson Road, Honolulu, HI 96819
Location: Inside the Tripler Army Medical Center (sometimes referred to as the "big pink building on the hill")
Spark M. Matsunaga VA Medical Center is a VA facility and does not require military base access. Visitors may enter with standard government-issued photo identification.
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808-433-0600 or toll-free 800-214-1306 — Call for general information, appointment scheduling, and referrals.
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For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you are seen at a non-VA emergency facility and are enrolled in VA health care, notify the VA within 72 hours to ensure consideration for coverage: 844-724-7842.
Veterans needing clinical advice or same-day help with symptoms can call VA Health Connect at 833-983-0487 to speak with a nurse for guidance and potential care coordination. For appointment scheduling and urgent visit questions, contact the main facility line at 808-433-0600
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833-983-0487 — Speak with a clinical nurse any time for care guidance.
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800-214-1306 — Call for prescription refills and pharmacy support.
Select option 1.
NOTE: There is no direct number for phrarmacies, you must go through the call center in order to get assistance.
Daniel K. Akaka VA Clinic – Kapolei
The Daniel K. Akaka VA Clinic in Kapolei is a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient facility serving eligible Veterans on West Oahu as part of the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System. The clinic provides primary care, specialty services, and mental health support, with appointments and care coordination available through the main VA facility line at 808-433-0600. For clinic details, directions, and eligibility information, visit https://www.va.gov/pacific-islands-health-care/locations/daniel-kahikina-akaka-va-clinic/. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911, and if emergency care is received at a non-VA facility, Veterans enrolled in VA health care should notify the VA within 72 hours at 844-724-7842.
Location
91-1051 Franklin D. Roosevelt Avenue
Kapolei, HI 96707
The clinic is operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and does not require military base access. Standard photo identification is sufficient for entry.
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Main Phone
808-433-0600Call this number to schedule appointments, confirm referrals, and coordinate care.
Website
https://www.va.gov/pacific-islands-health-care/locations/daniel-kahikina-akaka-va-clinic/ -
For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
If emergency care is received at a non-VA facility, Veterans enrolled in VA health care should notify the VA within 72 hours at:
Tripler Army Medical Center – Honolulu
Tripler Army Medical Center is a Department of Defense (DoD) medical facility located in Honolulu and operated by the U.S. Army under the Defense Health Agency. It primarily serves active duty service members, military retirees, and TRICARE beneficiaries. Tripler is not a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital, and Veterans seeking VA health care services should confirm eligibility and coordination through the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System.
Directory and Contact Information
https://tripler.tricare.mil/About-Us/Directory
Main Phone
808 433 6661
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Tripler’s Emergency Department operates 24/7 and provides care for life-threatening conditions, trauma, and urgent medical needs. Urgent care services are also available for non-life-threatening issues.
Emergency Desk Phone: 808-433-3706 / 808-433-3707
Appointment/General Triage: 888-683-2778 -
Tripler offers primary care services, including family medicine and preventive care, where patients can schedule routine visits, health maintenance, and referrals to specialty care providers. Appointments are generally made through the central appointments line.
Central Appointment Line: 888-683-2778 -
Tripler provides a range of specialty medical services for diagnosis and treatment, including cardiology, endocrinology and diabetes care, gastroenterology, orthopedics and podiatry, neurology, respiratory care, and more. Most specialty clinic visits require a referral from a primary care provider.
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Tripler offers targeted mental health and behavioral health care services, including clinical counseling, military family and life counseling, and behavioral health consultant support integrated with medical care teams.
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The Patient Advocate and Customer Relations Office serves as a resource to assist patients and beneficiaries with concerns, questions, and feedback about their care.
Phone: 808-433-6336
Email: dha.tripler.Tripler-AMC.mbx.customer-relations-office@health.mil
Office Location: 4th Floor, Mountainside Entrance, Room 4G818, Tripler Army Medical Cente -
Central Appointment Line
888-683-2778
Call this number to schedule primary care and specialty appointments, confirm referrals, or receive guidance on accessing services. -
Emergency Department – 24 Hours
808-433-3706 or 808-433-3707
For life-threatening emergencies. If this is a medical emergency, call 911.
