United States Department of Veterans Affairs
United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Healthcare Network Upstate New York - VISN 2

Albany VA Medical Center

Visitor Information

Visiting Rules and Guidelines
Your family and friends are welcome to visit you at the Medical Center. We request that their stay be short and that they be respectful of all patients. Children under the age of 15 are generally not permitted above the 1st floor, but special arrangements can be made through your ward nurse manager. Members of the clergy may visit anytime at the discretion of the health team.

Visiting Hours
NHCU/Medical/Surgical Units
11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Psychiatric Units
All visitors should report to the Communication Center on the ward.

Intensive Care Units (SICU/MICU/CCU)
Critical care visiting hours are dependent on patient condition and are at the discretion of the nurse caring for the patient. During the day tour, check with the ward clerk before entering the patient area. Waiting Rooms
Waiting rooms are located on each floor in our Medical Center including the main lobby on the 1st floor.


Lot "A" is designated for patient and visitor . Inpatients who will be hospitalized for an extended period of time are asked to register their car with the VA Police and park in the area posted for "Inpatient " at the rear of the lot. If you have any questions or concerns about parking, please contact the VA Police.

Temporary Lodging
The Stratton Inn provides lodging to veterans and their family members/caregivers who require sleeping accommodations the night prior or immediately following an outpatient procedure or are undergoing radiation treatment. A reservation can be made by the health care team member who is scheduling your test or procedure.

The Fisher House
The Fisher House is a home-away-from-home for families of hospitalized veterans or veterans who are in the area to visit a hospitalized member of their immediate family. Also welcome to stay at the Fisher House are veterans undergoing an extended episode of outpatient therapy, who are able to care for their own personal needs or are accompanied by a caretaker.