Moments is a quarterly magazine publication produced by Hartford HealthCare. Please send suggested story ideas for Moments to susan.mcdonald@hhchealth.org. Send a Story Susan McDonald Editor Elissa Bass Cover story Elissa Bass, Laura Benys, Kate Carey-Trull, Keith Fontaine, Ken Harrison, Leaja Johnson, Tim LeBouthillier, Libby Marino, Susan McDonald, Brian Spyros, Robin Stanley, Danielle Swift, Sebastian Trabucco, Maggie […]
Read MoreDear Colleagues Just over two years ago, we launched Hartford HealthCare’s Colleague Resource Groups. The goal was to provide colleagues with shared interests and backgrounds a way to help us better meet the needs of our communities. Quickly, our four groups were created: Black/African American, Hispanic/Latine, Asian/Pacific Islander and LGBTQ+. By every measure, our CRGs […]
Read MoreHartford HealthCare congratulates four of our colleagues who were honored among the 100 Women of Color for 2023. Vanessa Bolling, APRN In practicing primary care and pediatrics, Vanessa is able to help patients and families improve their overall health. Attentive, kind and always willing to go above and beyond, staying late to see a patient […]
Read MoreMy husband was admitted to Hartford Hospital after suffering a stroke. I have to tell you how absolutely amazing the people are at this incredible institution. From the care on neuro to stepdown to rehabilitation at Conklin, we were cared for by kind, diligent, courteous individuals who went out of their way each and every […]
Read MoreMany refer to their units, departments or hospital as “one big family.” Maybe it’s because we spend so much time together, or because some invite relatives to apply because it’s a great place to work. This section is about those connections. We want to hear your story. Email susan.mcdonald@hhchealth.org. Brothers Make Their Mark — One […]
Read MoreIn addition to working, raising families and enjoying hobbies, many Hartford HealthCare colleagues give of their time and talents in a variety of ways. From coaching youth sports to holding elected office to tackling projects that enhance our world, you’re out there at night and on weekends giving of yourself. This new feature in Moments […]
Read MoreBorn in Colombia, Shirley Ferri spent her childhood by the tropical coastline where, influenced by music, bright colors and the beach, she embraced her Latina heritage. Raised by a family of fashion-oriented seamstresses, there was no denying her passion for fashion and it came as no surprise to others that she attended fashion design school. […]
Read MoreEvery day, our colleagues do amazing things to benefit patients and the community. Email your moments that matter to susan.mcdonald@hhchealth.org. There She is…..Miss Mulberry Gardens! By Leaja Johnson While adding a little blush to her cheeks, fluffing her hair and lacing up her shoes, Paula Morelli realized how much participating in a beauty pageant at […]
Read MoreTrinity Counseling Partnership Fills a Critical Need for Students By Tim LeBouthillier Everyone knew it was a good fit when Hartford HealthCare campus counseling services and Trinity College partnered in 2022 and, since then, the groups have worked to increase student health and well-being by expanding services and access to the Behavioral Health Network. The […]
Read MoreCollaborations Boost Recruitment Efforts Through Healthcare Pathways By Kate Carey-Trull Using internships and pathway programs, Hartford HealthCare teams are planting seeds of interest in the minds of high school students and others about careers in healthcare. Those involved find out more about whether they’re interested in nursing, working in a lab, becoming an EMT or […]
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