President’s Message
2020: A Year of Unprecedented Challenges! Almost eight months ago, the novel Coronavirus swept across our region. The Foundation quickly responded to the needs of our hospital and patients using our mission – rooted in clinical innovation and excellence in patient care, teaching, research and community service – as our guide. With your help, the…
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Access your free legal will today! We all know how important it is to do what we can to be safe and stay healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. But there is an equally important life task that 70% of people have either not done or completed because it can seem scary, complicated, or expensive. That…
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Improve Health Disparities and Transform Care! The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for our highest-risk patients and neighbors. The dedicated and compassionate care coordinators at Bridgeport Hospital’s Primary Care Center (PCC) provide comprehensive outreach to our most vulnerable patients. Our goal is to increase access to care and improve outcomes while providing safe, high…
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I am excited to announce the launch of our robust NEW Foundation website which highlights how your extraordinary generosity can benefit Bridgeport Hospital and its Milford campus. You have made it the recognized leader in providing unique high-quality programs and services that serve everyone in our community. Read inspiring patient stories, see the impact of…
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When the need arises, Fairfield and Milford Urgent Care Centers are here for you. Our Bridgeport Hospital physicians and staff are ready to care for you and your family, 7 days a week, this summer and always. Our Milford Urgent Care Center and Fairfield Urgent Care Center have taken major steps to keep our patients…
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We are pleased to present our 2019 Annual Report which recognizes donors who made gifts between January 1 and December 31, 2019. In the report we share four stories about our benefactors, who explain why Bridgeport Hospital has become one of their charities of choice. Please click here to view the report online. Thank you…
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It has been an extraordinary 100 days at Bridgeport Hospital. Since our first COVID-19 patient was admitted on March 14, our entire staff has done an incredible job preparing and caring for patients with the Coronavirus. At our high point, we cared for over 240 inpatients, including 42 on mechanical ventilation and over 60 requiring…
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As you enjoy the beautiful spring weather and prepare for the Memorial Day weekend, we have a very special treat to share with you. The Fairfield County Children’s Choir (FCCC) has assembled a virtual choir with children from 16 local towns singing Simon and Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” The song, released 50 years ago,…
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Yesterday marked the beginning of National Nurses Week 2020. Each year, hundreds of Bridgeport Hospital patients and families express their gratitude for the compassionate care of our nurses through letters and glowing comments in patient satisfaction surveys. Their notes of appreciation have taken on even greater meaning during the COVID-19 pandemic. For example: Dear 8th…
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Last Thursday, our Bridgeport first responders organized a hero’s parade for all the doctors, nurses and staff at Bridgeport Hospital. With sirens blazing, police, fire and EMS showed their appreciation and support. You can view a video of the parade here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vj_2M6e6GPM. There are signs in Fairfield County that we may be reaching the peak…
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