Sharon Turner

Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Inspector General

The mission of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) is to conduct effective and independent oversight of VA's programs and operations. This is extremely challenging as VA is the second largest federal agency and operates the largest integrated healthcare system in the United States. The OIG accomplishes its mission through audits, inspections, investigations and reviews. VA OIG's work focuses on detecting and preventing waste, abuse, and criminal activity, as well as improving the economy, effectiveness, and efficiency of VA programs and operations. As a result, OIG's work enhances services and benefits for our nation's veterans and their families. Inspector General Michael Missal and VA OIG's senior leaders foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement to promote the highest standard of excellence. We seek to attract, train, develop, and retain a diverse workforce committed to ensuring VA resources are used most effectively to support our nation's veterans. Our personnel are located in the Washington, D.C. headquarters and in more than 30 other cities throughout the United States. VA OIG staff work within the following offices: - Immediate Office of the Inspector General - Office of the Counselor - Healthcare Inspections - Investigations - Audit and Evaluations - Management and Administration - Contract Review Please visit the VA OIG website to learn more about the important work our staff at all levels conduct on behalf of veterans.