President’s Message – May 2020

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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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President’s Message – May 2020

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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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President’s Message – April 2020

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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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President’s Message – April 2020

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As the fight against COVID-19 enters its fifth week, we thank hundreds of individuals, families and businesses for their huge outpouring of support for Bridgeport Hospital staff caring for the sick in our community. We are so proud and pleased to announce that even as new patients arrive each day, many are recovering. In the …

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President’s Message – April 2020

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“We are committed to providing safe, compassionate and equitable care of the highest standards.” – Anne Diamond, President, Bridgeport Hospital All of us at Bridgeport Hospital are adjusting to new realities as we battle the COVID-19 pandemic. To meet the tremendous surge in demand for care, we’ve added a drive-up testing station, a field tent outside the Emergency Department for …

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