Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

09/06/2026

Fall sports are back, but is your child ready?

Andaleeb Shariff, MD, shares six things parents should check before the season gets underway, from sports physicals and past injuries to conditioning, hydration and proper equipment.

A little preparation can help young athletes stay healthy and ready to play. Read more: https://bit.ly/4cuN409

Fall sports safety starts before the first practice. Check your child's physical, equipment, conditioning, hydration and recovery.

09/04/2026

A grateful patient’s words helped shine a light on Allison Forrest, RN, our August HHCMG DAISY Award recipient. 🌼

The patient recognized Allison for her kindness, patience and exceptional bedside manner, sharing how she takes the time to explain procedures, answer questions and make patients feel heard, respected and supported.

Thank you, Allison, for making a difference through compassionate care every day!

08/22/2026

Burnout can look a lot like everyday stress, but knowing the difference matters.

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group’s Joe Li, DO, shares seven signs that stress may have crossed into burnout, from persistent exhaustion and irritability to feeling detached, struggling to catch up and finding that rest no longer feels restorative.

Learn what to watch for and when it may be time to ask for support. Read Dr. Li’s expert advice: https://bit.ly/3TYafK2

Dr. Li explains how to recognize the signs of burnout, why they can be easy to miss and what to do before stress takes a greater toll.

08/19/2026

🌻 Celebrating a Sunflower who goes above and beyond for patients!

Congratulations to Marianne, patient service coordinator at Hartford HealthCare Medical Group Rheumatology in Southington, on being named our latest HHC MG Sunflower Award honoree.

Marianne was recognized for the kindness, professionalism and dedication she brings to every patient interaction. Recently, she helped a distressed patient resolve a scheduling issue by advocating on the patient’s behalf and coordinating with another facility.

It’s the kind of compassionate support that can make a stressful healthcare experience feel a little easier. 💛

08/14/2026

Diet soda may be sugar-free, but that doesn’t necessarily make it a healthy everyday choice. 🥤

Christelle Nimba, APRN, shares how frequent diet soda consumption may affect your body including its impact on your teeth, digestion, sleep and more.

Diet soda may be sugar-free, but it can still affect your body. Here's what to know about teeth, digestion, sleep, weight and more.

08/13/2026

Celebrating Our Newest Manager University Graduates! 🎓

Strong leaders help create strong teams, and ultimately, better experiences for the patients we serve.

Please join us in congratulating 22 Hartford HealthCare Medical Group managers who recently completed Manager University, a three-day leadership development program focused on building skills in communication, patient experience, leadership and more.

05/14/2026

At Hartford HealthCare Medical Group Primary Care in Winsted, five colleagues turned a routine appointment into a birthday celebration to remember.

When a patient arrived for her visit on her 85th birthday, Patient Service Coordinators Alexis Moranino, Ashlee O’Connor and Lee Stavola grabbed party hats to help celebrate the occasion. Medical Assistant Helenna Hauser decorated the exam room door, and Dr. Stephanie Morton joined in with her own festive headband throughout the visit.

The patient later joked that it was “a much better birthday gift than her mammogram earlier in the morning.”

Small moments like these can make a lasting impact and remind us that healthcare is about more than appointments — it’s about making people feel seen, valued and cared for. 🎉

05/07/2026

Join us in honoring the incredible recipients of the 2026 Hartford HealthCare Nightingale Awards for Excellence in Nursing! These annual awards recognize outstanding nurses who have made significant contributions to the profession and have been nominated by their patients or peers.

✨Robyn Jones, RN, OCN✨

In the personal and sensitive field of gynecology, Robyn creates nonjudgmental space and spends time educating patients about their diagnoses and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions. She blends clinical excellence and empathy, making difficult experiences more manageable and dignified. With peers, Robyn fosters a collaborative team environment where questions are encouraged and learning is continuous. She played an active role in MSK concordance initiatives, streamlining processes, improving communications and ensuring the delivery of evidence-based care, all to improve patient outcomes.

Thank you for celebrating the remarkable impact of our nurses and their vital role in healthcare!
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05/06/2026

Join us in honoring the incredible recipients of the 2026 Hartford HealthCare Nightingale Awards for Excellence in Nursing! These annual awards recognize outstanding nurses who have made significant contributions to the profession and have been nominated by their patients or peers.

✨Savanna Costa, RN✨

Concerned about patient outcomes — especially those who decline recommendations to seek care in the emergency room — Savanna routinely makes follow-up calls to check their safety, reemphasize patient education and ensure they understand their care plans. She is a strong advocate for patients, communicating with providers to ensure concerns are addressed and care needs met. She also shares her behavioral health experience with colleagues and patients, and forges key connections between patients and helpful HHC and community resources.

Stay tuned as we share more stories of exceptional nurses and their vital role in healthcare!🩵

05/04/2026

Quick thinking and teamwork made a life-saving difference at Hartford HealthCare Medical Group Primary Care in Winsted.

When Brittany, LPN, noticed a critically high International Normalized Ratio (INR)—a measure of how quickly blood clots—she acted right away. She alerted the care team and contacted the patient. Although the patient felt fine, they agreed to go to the emergency department.

That decision mattered. When EMS arrived, the patient was already in critical condition and needed urgent care. They were admitted and spent nearly a month in the hospital.

Because of Brittany’s quick thinking and follow-through, this patient got the care they needed—right when it mattered most.💙