OrthoConnecticut News
OrthoConnecticut Applauds ABOS Statement on Injustice
We applaud the statement of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) posted on June 5th, and appreciate the thoughtful words that the Orthopedic community puts forth.
OrthoConnecticut Plans Full Reopening for June 15th
OrthoConnecticut, the region’s leading orthopedic specialty practice, will fully reopen their Danbury, New Milford, Southbury, Ridgefield, Litchfield and Sharon offices by June 15th.
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, OrthoConnecticut has only been open for emergencies, limited in-office appointments and telemedicine appointments since early March. “We are excited to get back to work,” says OrthoConnecticut President, Michael Brand, M.D. “The safety of our patients and staff is our highest priority, and we are looking forward to caring for patients with injuries or postponed surgeries. We know everyone is eager to return to some sense of a normal routine and to more activity. Our reopening plans and extended office hours allow us to fully attend to our patients’ needs, while abiding by all safety protocols.”
New Safety Precautions in Place
Patients can be assured that the safety and well-being of the community is always OrthoConnecticut’s utmost priority, and now more than ever, the practice is taking further precautions to ensure safety. All providers and staff are required to wear masks and personal protective equipment (PPE). The practice is implementing the strictest cleaning measures, systematically sanitizing patient rooms and workspaces.
Upon arrival, patients will be screened for symptoms of illness and the number of patients allowed in an office at any one time is limited. New, plexiglass desk dividers limit exposure between patients and staff during the registration and check out process. Spacious offices enable easy social distancing, particularly in the Danbury office. Patients scheduled for surgery will be required to be tested for Covid-19 and should discuss this with their surgeon ahead of time.
Since 1954, OrthoConnecticut has been dedicated to providing both operative and non-operative solutions to musculoskeletal issues, diagnosing and treating orthopedic issues that affect mobility and quality of life. Currently, the Danbury, New Milford, and Sharon offices are open Monday thru Friday 8-5. For appointments in Ridgefield, Southbury or Litchfield please visit the website or call the office for the current schedule.
Dr. Brand continues, “The practice’s physicians and staff are grateful to the community for its patience during this unusual time and for their continued trust in our practice”.
OrthoCare Express, the practice’s orthopedic urgent care service, remains open Monday through Friday, 8 am - 5 pm in Danbury and New Milford, and 9 am -3 pm in Danbury on weekends. Telemedicine appointments continue to be available for non-immediate care and consultations, please call 203-797-1500 or 860-355-8000 to schedule an appointment.
For more information or to make an in-office or telemedicine appointment, please call us at 203-797-1500, or visit us at myorthoct.com.
OrthoConnecticut Offering Virtual Medical Visits
Ridgefield, CT (April 2, 2020)- In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, OrthoConnecticut is now offering telemedicine - virtual visits which enable you to see an orthopedic surgeon from the privacy & safety of your own home or office.
Did you know that many orthopedic issues, including some urgent issues, can be diagnosed using telemedicine appointments? You can get the specialized orthopedic care you need during this period of physical distancing and staying close to home. Telemedicine is simple to use, and the secure video conferencing technology can be used with any device.
Telemedicine Benefits
- Get a diagnosis on new musculoskeletal issues
- Follow up on an existing issue
- Get post-surgical advice from your own physician
- Practice physical distancing without reducing your quality of care
- Review diagnostic tests such as x-rays and MRIs during a telemedicine visit
- Simple and easy scheduling
- Insurance processing for telemedicine and in-office visits are the same
How it Works
To schedule your telemedicine appointment with a specialist, call the number for the office location of your choice. All Telemedicine appointments must be booked by phone:
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Danbury |
203-797-1500 |
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Norwalk |
203-845-2200 |
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New Milford |
860-355-8000 |
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Pain Center |
203-792-7246 |
Our staff will help schedule your virtual appointment. A consent form and step-by-step directions will then be sent to you, explaining exactly how to perform a virtual visit with our physicians.
OrthoConnecticut will continue to provide quality care while keeping our patients and staff safe by limiting unnecessary risk and exposure. The practice appreciates the community’s patience while we navigate this unprecedented environment.
About OrthoConnecticut
OrthoConnecticut is the region’s premier, multi-specialty orthopedic practice, helping patients regain mobility, lead active lives, and attain optimal well-being. The practice’s urgent care service, OrthoCare Express, is open 7 days a week for emergencies and is available in Danbury, Darien, New Milford, Norwalk and Westport. To make a telemedicine appointment with any of the practice’s specialists, or to learn more visit myorthoct.com or call 1.833.ORTHOCT (1.833.678.4628).Be safe while enjoying the great outdoors
Be safe while hiking and enjoying the great outdoors
Published in Ridgefield's HamletHub, 3/30/2020
Cancelled. Closed. We’ve been hearing those words a lot lately. One thing that’s still open? The Great Outdoors. The team at OrthoConnecticut believes it’s important to get out and enjoy fresh air for your physical and mental well-being. Whether you choose to hike on one of our beautiful local trails or simply rediscover the nature around you in your own neighborhood, follow these simple guidelines to stay safe and injury free:
- Always check the weather to avoid surprise conditions
- When possible, go with a partner… but these days, make sure it’s a family member
- Practice physical distancing. Be sure to give fellow runners, walkers and hikers a wide berth – at least six feet
- Wear supportive shoes and comfortable socks to avoid blisters
- Bring a small backpack with water, first aid supplies, and a map or compass if exploring an unfamiliar area
- Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and bug spray, and as the weather warms, check for ticks when you get home
- Look before you step – keeping your eyes wide open and alert will help avoid accidents
Enjoying the outdoors is a great way to get exercise, fresh air, and to connect with your family. “In times of stress and uncertainty, one of the best things you can do is spend time outside and get some exercise,” says Dr. Michael Brand, Sports Medicine Specialist and President of OrthoConnecticut. “We are fortunate to have a wealth of resources around us and I encourage all patients to keep moving and enjoy the fresh air while practicing physical distancing.”
Take your mind off your newsfeed and soak up some natural vitamin D. Here are some additional tips for longer hikes: Hiking Tips. If you run into trouble and experience a fall, twist, break or sprain, and need medical attention, there’s no need to stress about going to the emergency room. You can visit OrthoCare Express, our orthopedic urgent care service, in Danbury (2 Riverview Drive) or New Milford (131 Kent Rd), or schedule a virtual telemedicine appointment. Our orthopedic specialists will promptly evaluate your injury and get you started on your path to recovery as quickly as possible. For emergencies, click HERE. For a telemedicine appointment, click HERE. Stay safe and be well.Top Doctor Recognition in 2020 for OrthoConnecticut
OrthoConnecticut once again received top honors in 2020 from Castle Connolly Medical Ltd, Vitals, and Healthgrades in the field of Orthopedic Surgery and Interventional Pain Management. Congratulations to our physicians for individual recognitions as Castle Connolly’s 2020 Top Doctors for Fairfield County and New York Metro areas, Vitals 2020 Patients’ Choice and On-Time Physician awards, and Healthgrades Honor Roll designation.
Every year for almost a decade Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors honors have been given to OrthoConnecticut physicians Dr. Brian A. Bast, Dr. Michael Brand, Dr. Jeffrey V. DeLuca, Dr. Joseph DiGiovanni, Dr. Joshua B. Frank, Dr. Ross Henshaw, Dr. John G. Lunt, and Dr. Robert Yaghoubian. These physician's specialties include sports medicine, treatment and surgery for elbow, foot, hand, hip, knee, shoulder, upper extremity issues, total joint and reconstructive surgery, and interventional pain management.
Every January Moffly Media also publishes Castle Connolly’s Regional Top Doctors from in Greenwich Magazine, Stamford Magazine and New Canaan/Darien Magazine.
In more good news, the physicians at OrthoConnecticut were also among the winners of the 2020 Vitals Patients’ Choice Awards and 2020 Vitals On-Time Physician Awards. Vitals Patients’ Choice winners are chosen annually according to the overall rating a doctor receives from his or her patients for the calendar year. Awards are given for Compassionate Doctor, On-Time Physician, and Patient’s Choice. At OrthoConnecticut, Dr. Brian A. Bast, Dr. Angelo Ciminiello, Dr. Mark J. Fletcher, Dr. Aaron N. Insel and Dr. Paul D. Protomastro have been recognized by Vitals with both Patients’ Choice and On-Time Physicians awards. Dr. Michael M. Lynch and Dr. Robert Yaghoubian won a Vitals Patient’s Choice award.
The physicians at OrthoConnecticut were also named to the Healthgrades Honor Roll. Awards were given to Dr. Brian A. Bast, Dr. Michael Brand, Dr. Angelo Ciminiello, Dr. Jeffrey V. Deluca, Dr. James Depuy, Dr. Robert T. Deveney, Dr. Joseph DiGiovanni, Dr. John Dunleavy, Dr. Mark Fletcher, Dr. Joshua B. Frank, Dr. Edton Ganal, Dr. Ross Henshaw, Dr. Jesse T. Hochkeppel, Dr. Aaron N. Insel, Dr. John G. Lunt, Dr. Michael Lynch, Dr. John Mullen, Dr. Paul Protomastro, Dr. Randolph Sealey, Dr. Michael G. Soojian and Dr. Robert Yaghoubian.
These awards and recognition clearly speak to the very high quality of training and experience held by the practice. OrthoConnecticut’s team includes specialists in every orthopedic discipline, providing the finest orthopedic diagnostic and treatment and the most modern technique available today.
For more information, or to make an appointment with any of the award-winning OrthoConnecticut physicians, please visit myorthoct.com or call 1.833.ORTHOCT.
About OrthoConnecticut
OrthoConnecticut is the regional leader in non-surgical and surgical orthopedic care. Experienced, and highly trained orthopedic surgeons and physician assistants help patients regain mobility, lead active lives, and attain optimal well-being. 29 fellowship-trained, board-certified and board-eligible physicians see patients at conveniently accessible offices in Danbury, Darien, New Milford, Litchfield, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Sharon, Southbury, and Westport. The practice also offers orthopedic urgent care, 7 days a week, at locations in Danbury, Darien, New Milford, Norwalk and Westport. More info at myorthoct.com or call 1.833.ORTHOCT.The Top Doctors award is only given to leaders nominated by their peers and extensively screened by the Castle Connolly physician-led research team for their medical educations, training, hospital appointments, professional achievements, reputation, disciplinary histories, and much more. Only then do the very best physicians in their specialties and in their communities get selected for this accolade. Physicians do not and cannot pay to be included in any Castle Connolly Guide or online directory.
