Norwalk Hospital

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Norwalk Hospital, a Nuvance Health affiliate, is a 328-bed, not-for-profit, acute care community teaching hospital that serves a population of 250,000 in lower Fairfield County, Connecticut. The hospital has over 500 physicians on its active medical staff, many of whom trained at the nation’s leading medical schools and hospitals, and 2,000 health professionals and support personnel.

07/28/2026

Colon cancer screening is personal for Primo, a Northwell Health emergency department nurse. 💙

After losing his grandfather and seeing his aunt Tara, a fellow Northwell nurse, lose her husband and his uncle to the disease, Primo knew his family history couldn't be ignored.

After having unusual GI symptoms, Primo went to his doctor, who recommended a colonoscopy, even though he was just 20 years old.

During the colonoscopy, his gastroenterologist removed a large precancerous polyp.

Watch Primo and Tara share why knowing your family history can help prevent colon cancer. 🎥

See the full video: https://ow.ly/t72F50ZtBNz

Your vision is connected to more than how you see the world. 👀💙During Healthy Vision Month, it’s a great time to check i...
07/26/2026

Your vision is connected to more than how you see the world. 👀💙

During Healthy Vision Month, it’s a great time to check in on your eye health as part of your overall wellness. As we age, changes in vision can affect independence, balance and even cognitive health.

Your primary care provider can help you stay on track with routine screenings, manage conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure that may impact vision and connect you with specialists when needed.

Taking care of your eyes is one more way to support your brain, body and quality of life at every age. ✨

07/24/2026

A microscopic parasite called Cyclospora has been making headlines amid a multistate outbreak linked to certain shredded iceberg lettuce products. But what exactly is it and how can you protect yourself? 🥬🔎

Cyclospora can cause an intestinal illness called cyclosporiasis after someone consumes contaminated food or water. Symptoms often begin about a week after exposure and may include frequent watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, bloating, nausea, loss of appetite, fatigue and weight loss.

Jonathan Grecco, MD, an adult primary care physician, explains what symptoms to watch for and how to lower your risk: https://ow.ly/6iVO50Zsqg2

🧼 Wash your hands before and after preparing food
🥗 Check current food recalls and avoid recalled products
🚿 Thoroughly rinse fresh produce, while remembering washing may not remove all Cyclospora
🧊 Refrigerate cut or prepared fruits and vegetables promptly

Contact your healthcare provider if diarrhea lasts more than three days, symptoms are severe or you are concerned about dehydration.

Watch to learn more about Cyclospora and the steps you can take to help keep yourself and your family safe.

Looking for a primary care provider? Dr. Grecco is accepting new patients and will be available for appointments soon! Book here:

Peggy Burden has spent her life caring for others as a nurse and mother of five. When she began feeling unusually tired ...
07/23/2026

Peggy Burden has spent her life caring for others as a nurse and mother of five. When she began feeling unusually tired and noticed her urine had turned dark, she knew something wasn’t right. Soon after, she learned she had pancreatic cancer.

“I was shocked, and the first thing that crossed my mind was that I wasn’t going to survive."

Peggy turned to Norwalk Hospital for the care she trusted. Under the care of medical oncologist Dr. Richard Frank, she began months of chemotherapy with her daughters by her side at every treatment. When the cancer responded, she was able to have a robotic Whipple procedure with Dr. Eric D**g, chief of surgical oncology and hepatobiliary surgery at Danbury Hospital and Norwalk Hospital.

Peggy was one of the first patients to have robotic Whipple surgery at Norwalk Hospital nearly four years ago. Today, she is back to caring for others, spending time with her family and living with gratitude. 💜

Her message to others facing cancer: “Keep pushing forward. Keep having hope.”

Read Peggy’s full story at the link ➡️ https://ow.ly/2Yrh50ZrVUU 

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07/22/2026

Today is World Brain Day! 🧠

Keep your brain healthy and memory sharp with these tips from neurologist Dr. Matthew Imperioli!

Dr. Imperioli shares practical ways you can support brain health and strengthen your memory through healthy daily habits, mental stimulation and staying socially engaged.

Watch the video and 'remember' to share it with a friend 🎥

Meet Dr. David Doo, recently appointed medical director of Gynecologic Oncology at Norwalk Hospital! 👏💙Dr. Doo is a fell...
07/20/2026

Meet Dr. David Doo, recently appointed medical director of Gynecologic Oncology at Norwalk Hospital! 👏💙

Dr. Doo is a fellowship-trained gynecologic oncologist who has been caring for patients across our health system for several years, including at Norwalk Hospital and Danbury Hospital.

He specializes in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of gynecologic cancers, including cancers of the o***y, uterus, cervix, va**na and v***a. His expertise includes minimally invasive and robotic surgery, cancer debulking, sentinel lymph node mapping and advanced pelvic surgery.

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Doo’s new leadership role and the compassionate, individualized care he continues to provide for patients and families throughout our communities. ✨

Learn more at https://ow.ly/ypWu50ZoAjC

07/20/2026

We’re continuing to celebrate Northwell Health’s Norwalk Hospital Academy for Career Readiness graduates and the impact this program has had on their journey! 🎉💙

Created in partnership with Dalio Education, the program was designed to help prepare young people for meaningful careers in healthcare through hands-on learning, mentorship and career development opportunities. Thanks to a generous grant from Dalio Education and The McChord Foundation, as well as Domus who recruited candidates and supported them throughout their journey, these graduates are taking the next step toward making a difference in the communities they’ll serve.

07/19/2026

Joint pain can make everyday movement feel harder, but understanding the cause is the first step toward finding relief. 💙

In this video, Dr. Caroline Varlotta, physical medicine and rehabilitation in Norwalk, explains common types of joint pain and treatment options that may help.

From arthritis and overuse injuries to inflammation or pain after an injury, Dr. Varlotta shares what to watch for, when to seek care and how a personalized treatment plan can help you move more comfortably. 🙌

Watch to learn more!

Kids can get arthritis, too. 💙During Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, Jacob Zaslavsky, DO, shares what Wilton-area fa...
07/18/2026

Kids can get arthritis, too. 💙

During Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, Jacob Zaslavsky, DO, shares what Wilton-area families should know about the signs that may be easy to miss, especially during busy summer days filled with sports, camp, pool time and playdates.

Joint swelling, morning stiffness, limping that doesn’t go away, fatigue or a child suddenly avoiding activities they usually enjoy may be signs that something more than “growing pains” is going on.

The good news? With early diagnosis, modern treatment and the right support, many children with juvenile arthritis can keep learning, playing, growing and thriving. ✨

Learn what symptoms to watch for and when to talk with your child’s pediatrician.

An aortic dissection is rare, but it’s a life-threatening cardiovascular emergency. ❤️‍🩹The aorta is the body’s largest ...
07/16/2026

An aortic dissection is rare, but it’s a life-threatening cardiovascular emergency. ❤️‍🩹

The aorta is the body’s largest artery, carrying blood from the heart to every organ. A dissection happens when a tear develops in the inner layer of the aorta, allowing blood to surge between layers and split them apart. This can cause the aorta to rupture or block blood flow to the heart, brain, kidneys, extremities and more.

Symptoms often include sudden, severe chest or back pain, sometimes described as “tearing” or “ripping.” Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek emergency care right away. 🚨

At Danbury Hospital, our dedicated Aortic Disease Program and Aortic Center, led by Kenneth Hassler, MD, provides expert evaluation close to home for patients with known or suspected aortic disease.

Dr. Hassler and our multidisciplinary team offer advanced imaging, risk assessment, long-term aneurysm surveillance, coordination with cardiovascular surgeons when intervention is needed and personalized guidance for patients and families with genetic risk.

Our goal is early detection, proactive management and rapid response when urgent care is needed.

In this short video, Dr. Hassler shares how he approaches aortic and cardiac surgery with technical precision, patient understanding and support: https://ow.ly/AqTW50ZonE5

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