Op RESTORE: The Veterans Physical Health and Wellbeing Service

The Veterans Trauma Network (VTN) is now called Op RESTORE: The Veterans Physical Health and Wellbeing Service. This brings the service in line with other Armed Forces healthcare services provided by the NHS in England:

Op COURAGE: The Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Service
Op NOVA; Supporting Veterans in the Justice System
Op COMMUNITY; Armed Forces Community Support, helping to build a recognisable suite of services.

Whilst there are some things that the NHS will not be able to restore in full, it aims to support veterans to restore their health and quality of life as much as possible.

Op RESTORE uses a network of both civilian and military consultants, along with welfare support from military charities, to support a veteran’s health using a holistic approach. Whilst Op RESTORE cannot shorten NHS waiting times, it seeks to ensure the veteran ‘waits well’ and is seen by the most appropriate clinician for their needs.

Please be aware this service is only available in England.

About the service

The new name has been developed by engagement with veterans who wanted something that was meaningful and relevant
Op RESTORE supports veterans with service attributable physical health conditions, regardless of how long they served for and when they left the Armed Forces
Op RESTORE is accessed via GP referral. GPs can obtain a referral form by email.
Op RESTORE works with charities to provide a holistic service
Nothing about this service provision or access has changed