Fuente: PubMed "rice" Telemed J E Health. 2026 Jan 7:15305627251412732. doi: 10.1177/15305627251412732. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Native Americans enlist in the military at the highest per capita rate among racial or ethnic groups. Approximately 49% of Native Veterans live in rural areas, facing multiple barriers to health care and a high prevalence of mental health concerns. Video telehealth can improve access to care, and Veterans Health Administration has developed a culturally centered telehealth model for native Veterans. Personalized Implementation of Virtual Treatments for Rural Native Veterans (RNVs), an approach emphasizing cultural safety, helped expand the impact of existing telehealth clinics.METHODS: Recent efforts included a systematic program review and mixed-methods evaluation to identify logistical and administrative considerations for implementation and outreach.RESULTS: Key lessons emphasize protected clinical time for specific regions, building sustained community partnerships, collaborating with leadership, and streamlining messaging to improve patient engagement.CONCLUSIONS: These practices expand care access and quality for RNVs, with potential application to other populations.PMID:41797524 | DOI:10.1177/15305627251412732