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Backus and Hartford HealthCare to explore affiliation
02/03/2012
Backus Corporation and Hartford HealthCare Corporation have jointly announced that they are exploring a formal affiliation of the two healthcare systems.
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Bylone named Chief Nursing Officer
01/27/2012
“The job of the chief nurse is to ensure excellence in nursing practice. And how you do it isn’t just about policies and procedures, or the right equipment and training. This leadership role is about inspiration, identifying great people in the organization and partnering with them in their continual professional development. In the end, this will position our organization to ensure our patients achieve optimal outcomes.”
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Backus to host healthy eating seminar
01/26/2012
The William W. Backus Hospital is presenting a healthy eating seminar, “Delicious and Nutritious” on Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the hospital’s main lobby conference rooms.
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Backus Hospital offers cancer support group
01/20/2012
Backus Hospital is offering a monthly support group on the second Tuesday of each month for cancer patients, survivors and their families. February's session will discuss sexuality on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 5-6 p.m. in the hospital’s main lobby conference room #1 on 326 Washington Street. Light refreshments will be served.
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Backus bolsters commitment to patient safety and quality
01/20/2012
Setu Vora, MD, Medical Director Critical Care Services, has been named Physician Director of Performance Improvement.
Bonnie Thompson, APRN, is known for her ability to motivate others, and her persistent pursuit of excellence.
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Newest member joins Colchester team
01/20/2012
“As a registered dietitian (RD) and certified diabetes educator (CDE) I worked with multi-disciplinary teams in caring for patients. I was inspired by the nurses and nurse practitioners to take on a role that allowed for more involvement in patient care,”
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Healing hounds
01/20/2012
There is a new volunteer at Backus, but it may not be who you expect.
Chance is a new member of the hospital’s therapeutic pet program, and the 160-pound Irish Wolfhound eagerly walks the floors of the hospital for visits with patients.
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Expert offers hope to curb obesity
01/20/2012
A nationally known nutrition expert who helped invent the NuVAL nutritional guidance program told more than 150 people that working together they can overcome the obesity epidemic.
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Backus Physician Services welcomes new provider
01/06/2012
Priscilla Quilter, APRN, joined Backus Physician Services, a division of Backus Hospital, as a full-time practitioner on Jan. 4. Located at 12 Case Street in Norwich, Backus Physician Services employees a team board certified surgeons who perform a wide range of minimally invasive surgeries.
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Backus Hospital offers cancer support group
01/06/2012
Backus Hospital is offering a monthly support group on the second Tuesday of each month for cancer patients, survivors and their families. January’s session will discuss setting goals or resolutions on Tuesday, Jan. 10, from 5-6 p.m. in the hospital’s main lobby conference room #1 on 326 Washington Street. Light refreshments will be served.
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Backus welcomes first baby of the New Year!
01/06/2012
Brandon Jin Tan came into the world on Monday, Jan. 2 at 7:05 p.m. Born to parents Karen Lam and Zhen Tan of Norwich, the baby boy was Backus’ first baby of 2012.
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Top 5 Stories of 2011
12/30/2011
Backus made lots of headlines in 2011, which made picking top stories of the year particularly difficult. Here are five of the biggest newsmakers.
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Backus Hospital to sponsor smoking cessation program
12/21/2011
Just in time for New Year’s resolutions, The William W. Backus Hospital will offer the American Lung Association’s “Freedom From Smoking” program.
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Backus to host seminar: “Tips for Talking with your Doctor”
12/21/2011
The William W. Backus Hospital will host its next Enjoy LIFE (Lifelong Investment in Fitness and Exercise) seminar, “Tips for Talking with your Doctor,” on Thursday, Jan. 19, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Plainfield Recreation Center, 482 Norwich Road. To register, call (860) 889-8331, ext. 4211.
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Colchester Backus Health Center welcomes new provider
12/21/2011
Stephen Kaye, MD, has joined the healthcare staff at the Colchester Backus Health Center at 163 Broadway. He will begin seeing patients Tuesday, Jan 3.
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