If you’re a veteran spouse, partner, or caregiver navigating the VA disability process alongside your loved one, this session is designed just for you. Join us as Dr. Marshall Bahr demystifies the critical role of medical evidence in VA claims. Learn how to confidently support your veteran’s journey by understanding how medical documentation is reviewed, what makes evidence effective, and the distinctions between diagnosis, treatment, and causation opinions.
Dr. Bahr will share practical tips for organizing medical records and explain how your involvement as a spouse or caregiver can strengthen the case. Whether you’re just starting or seeking to better advocate for your veteran, this session will provide clarity, actionable insights, and empowerment.
What You’ll Gain
- A clear understanding of the differences between medical diagnosis, treatment, and VA disability-related opinions.
- Insight into the types of medical evidence that carry the most weight in VA claims.
- Practical strategies for organizing and presenting records to support a claim.
About the Speaker
Dr. Marshall Bahr, MD, MBA, is the Founder and CEO of Xterra Health, a veteran-focused medical consulting organization that provides independent medical opinions and evidence-based documentation to support service members navigating the VA disability process. A physician and former U.S. Army Ranger and Special Operations Combat Medic, Dr. Bahr brings firsthand military experience to his clinical and leadership roles. Recognized as a Pat Tillman Scholar, Presidential Leadership Scholar, and inductee of the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame (2024), his work is dedicated to improving clarity, access, and integrity within the medical-legal documentation space for veterans and their families.
Xterra Health specializes in providing independent medical opinions and evidence-based documentation to support veterans navigating the VA disability process. Their mission is to enhance access, integrity, and clarity in medical-legal documentation, ensuring that veterans and their families receive the support they deserve.
About EmpowerEd
EmpowerEd offers expert-led, topic-driven seminars designed to equip military and veteran families and community members with valuable information, practical tools, and trusted resources. Learn more about EmpowerEd.
Most sessions are followed by an optional peer support event, Let’s Talk About It—a space to reflect, connect, and share takeaways in a supportive community. While attending the seminar is encouraged, it’s not required to join the discussion. Please note that registration for Let’s Talk About It is separate from the EmpowerEd seminar.
This Event is Open To
This event is open to all members of the military and veteran-connected community. Check Eventbrite for details on other offerings.
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