Milford Hospital News

Smoke-Free Campus April 5

Hospitals have been smoke-free for about 20 years, and on April 5 Milford Hospital will become a smoke-free campus. For 90 years we have taken care of hundreds of thousands of people from the region, and being a smoke-free campus enhances that mission. Smoking will be prohibited on hospital grounds, facilities and off-site properties. This also includes the parking lots and cars in those lots. For information on stop-smoking classes, call 203-876-4004.

Free Cardiac Panel Feb 11

A power packed panel entitled "Take Heart" on 6:30 pm (Thurs) Feb 11 will discuss blood pressure, cholesterol, heart disease, surgical options along with cardiac rehabilitation and answer your questions. The free presentation includes Cardiologist Robert Lewis, MD, and David Espositio, MD, Cardiac, Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon, and Elizabeth Aiken, Respiratory Therapist. Call 876-4004 to register.

Joe Pelaccia Now President

Joseph Pelaccia has assumed the presidency of Milford Hospital as of Jan. 1, 2010, where he has served as chief financial officer since 1975. He was been with the hospital for 37 years. Former president Paul Moss recently retired, and will remain for several months in a consulting role. Click for full story.

Avoiding Winter's Falls

As we age, our thinning bones make falling one of the biggest hazards. Milford Hospital's Emergency Center and Urgent Walk-in is ready for you, but prefers you follow tips to avoid falls. Wear thinner soled shoes if you have poor circulation or loss of feeling. These offer better traction & sensitivity to the surface you're walking on. If arthritis & sore joints are a problem, use thicker soled shoes to cushion the impact of walking & give you greater support. Wear sturdy, low-heeled shoes. When alone, avoid surfaces where ice may form. Be careful on stairs & use hand rails. Slow down. Falls most often occur when you walk fast.

2010 Baby From Stratford

The first baby of the year at Milford Hospital was born Jan. 5 and will be going home with mom and dad to Stratford.

Celebration of Trees on Youtube

See the Trees on YouTube!

 

Ultra-Perfect Score for Ultrasound

Perfect score! Milford Hospital’s Ultrasound service was re-accredited for three years by the American College of Radiology. Staff performs 8500 Ultrasound exams a year using three ultrasound units. To reach a perfect score, it must be perfect in all areas: anatomy, image resolution, patient identificatiolabeled correctly and the final report must be accurate. Milford Hospital earned a perfect score in: Obstetrical, General, Vascular n, & Gynecological ultrasound.

Paul Moss Retiring As President; CFO Joseph Pelaccia Named President

Paul E. Moss, 67, has announced that after 30 years at the helm of the independent, award winning and financially solvent Milford Hospital, he is retiring by the end of 2009. The board this week named Joseph Pelaccia to lead the hospital as of Jan. 1, 2010. Pelaccia has been chief financial officer since 1975 of Milford Hospital, where he has served for 37 years.

“Paul had led Milford Hospital through so many clinical advances and challenges in the past 30 years, and with the support of a strong medical staff has helped create one of the best medical centers in the region. We are extraordinarily pleased with what he has helped accomplish, and look forward to continue working with Joe as we continue our strong course,” said Howard Treat, chairman of the Board. Treat also said the board has asked Moss to remain for up to six months in a consulting role after Jan. 1, “to work with Joe, the medical staff, and administrative team to ensure Milford Hospital continues to do the great job it has been doing.” 

At the annual Corporators meeting this week, Robert Beard, was also named a lifetime honorary board member. He has served for more than five decades in various capacities, said Treat. Tedd Weisman, MD, president of the Milford Hospital medical staff, said “I wish Paul well. He has worked tirelessly with our medical staff, and been a strong proponent of the medical and surgical services for which the hospital is known. Dr. Weisman, also chairman of Orthopedic Surgery and a pioneer in some orthopedic techniques, said he has also worked with Pelaccia for many years and “ I look forward to working with him on future projects.” 

Full story: Download Moss Retirement

H1N1 Restrictions Lifted

All temporary visitor restrictions for the H1N1 virus have been lifted effective Dec. 21, 2009. Normal visitor hours are now in place.

Health Dept H1N1 Assist

Milford Hospital this week assisted the Milford Health Dept. (MHD) with needed H1N1 shots. Hundreds of hospital employees, especially those involved in patient care, have already been "shot," so many of the extras today were given to the MHD, which apparently was very short on shots for community folks. For info call the MHD. Unsure if you should get the shot? Click here.