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I entered the Navy in 1981, at the age of 17. I was medically discharged 6 years later and have learned the plight of the average Veteran from my own struggles with DVA. I became a Veterans' advocate because I saw how hard it is to get into the system. Once there, the care tends to be for the most part good, but I feel the struggle to get initial care is an everyday war when the service member returns home. I worked for DVA from 1999 to 2003 when I medically retired due to service connected conditions. I am still battling the claims system and expect that will not change any time soon, but hope that my efforts will have some impact for future veterans. I currently attend community college with plans to transfer to a graduate program next year. I am studying business with a minor in law. My objective is to utilize what I learn to keep watch on DVA and advocate for the rights of Veteran's.
Valerie K. Cortazzo
Assistant Director, Coalition of Veterans Advocates
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Disabled Veteran, US Navy
412-726-4317
uz2bface@davisp.com
fax: call first to activate 412-241-5886
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