Veterans react to VA decision to temporarily shutdown operating rooms

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A local veteran is reacting tonight to the Buffalo VA Medical Center’s decision to temporarily shut down its operating rooms.
The move happened yesterday after the VA found some equipment was discolored.
There is still no word the operating room is back open. This isn’t the first time sterilization concerns have come up .
The Medical Center was cited in 2014 for sterilization issues.
Less than six months ago, the Buffalo VA notified more than 500 pat