VA Section Newsletter

In this Issue

• VA Psychology Recognition Week
  This year, for the first time, VA psychologists were formally recognized with an appreciation event by VA leadership.
  By David Topor, PhD
• In support of maintaining Hybrid Title 38/5 for psychologists
  A rebuttal to Mary Beth Shea, PhD’s Title 38 webinar, March 2019.
  By Benjamin Presskreischer, PsyD
• Bringing VA voices to the Hill
  An Interview with Samuel Wan, PhD, about AVAPL’s annual congressional meetings.
  By Ashlee N. Martlage, MA
• Updates from the Div. 18 Diversity Committee
  Upcoming events include a webinar on poverty and open house at convention.
  By Astrea Greig, PsyD, and Valene Whittaker, PhD
• Early Career Psychologist representative report
  A review of the VA Psychology Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Texas.
  By Josh Rinker, PsyD
• Ethics corner
  A starting point for ethical discussions.
  By John Beauvais, PhD, and Clare Gideon, PhD