The inability to reach out to female veterans was a major issue.

She was the first female military veteran elected to a full term in Congress.

Some female veterans have criticized the design, saying it does not consider enlisted women in nonmedical areas.

In 1993, Congress passed legislation that authorized counseling for female veterans of all eras.

"I got there and there was this birthday cake," the female veteran said.

They share the profits with other female veterans who are partners.

It's possible, too, that female veterans suffer from more invisibility.

She previously held a number of high offices within the group and is regarded as a leading expert on issues involving female veterans.

The center offers gynecological, primary care and social services for female veterans.

She has also benefited from the hospital's recently begun initiative to become more amenable to female veterans.