Veterans Care Excellence Program

With its long-standing and storied history of engagement across all branches of the military, Penn Medicine is committed to supporting employees and patients who have served or continue to serve in the U.S. military. The Veterans Care Excellence Program (VCEP) fosters a strong veteran community by actively recruiting veterans, honoring national military observances, and ensuring that veteran patients are aware of and can access the resources available to support their health, well-being, and success.

Learn more about VCEP's mission and goals

Memorial Day 2025

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the service members who made the ultimate sacrifice. Through reflection and shared tradition, the Penn Medicine community joins in paying tribute.

Visit a Missing Man Table to Honor and Remember Image of Missing Man table with flags and symbolic settings

In honor of Memorial Day, and in remembrance of missing loved ones, Missing Man Tribute Tables will be set up across Penn Medicine locations from May 23 to 27. All employees are encouraged to visit these symbolic displays, which remind viewers of fallen, missing, or imprisoned U.S. Military service members.

Watch the video to learn more about this recognition