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1.2. Scope

The mission of the VHA SCI/D System of Care is to support, promote, and maintain the health, independence, quality of life, and productivity of individuals with SCI/D throughout their lives. This is accomplished through:

1. The efficient delivery of rehabilitation;
2. Sustaining medical and surgical care;
3. Patient and family education;
4. Psychological, social, and vocational care;
5. Research;
6. Education; and
7. Professional training in the continuum of care for persons with SCI/D. NOTE: Quality of care is monitored through multiple mechanisms.

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