Griffin Hospital Nurses Name Physician of the Year

 

 

DERBY - Podiatrist Luke Jeffries, DPM, of Seymour, was recently honored as Physician of the Year at Griffin Hospital’s 32nd Annual Nurses Week luncheon.

 

The Physician of the Year Award is based on voting by the hospital’s Nursing staff. In nominating Dr. Jeffries, nurses said he is a great patient advocate and is passionate about the care he provides, which makes patients feel confident and supported.

 

“He is a very calm, quiet and unassuming person, and is always that way with his patients and staff,” said Griffin Hospital Chief Medical Officer, Frederick Browne, MD, during the award presentation. “He is a strategic thinker and genuine. He takes time to address any questions or concerns with his

patients, and is responsive to the Nursing staff and all fellow caregivers. He is truly committed to Griffin.”

 

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)

Learn How to Have Healthy, Happy Feet

DERBY - Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby, will host a talk on foot health and the benefits of seeing a podiatrist on Thurs., March 1 at 6 p.m. at the hospital.

 

Podiatrist John D. Schwerdt, DPM, FACFAS, of Yale Podiatry Group in Shelton, will present “The Community Podiatrist: The Extraordinary Benefits of our Ordinary Services.” The talk will cover who podiatrist are and their training, routine foot care, diabetes and foot health, age-related foot problems, and other common foot issues such as plantar fasciitis, plantar warts, and neuromas.

 

This talk is part of Griffin Hospital's Healthy U program, a series of free wellness talks featuring Griffin Hospital medical experts and community partners providing trusted health information and answers to questions on a wide range of topics. Light refreshments will be served.

 

To reserve your spot or for more information, call 203-732-1511 or visit the calendar at griffinhealth.org.

 

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)

Diabetes Support Group to Discuss Foot Health May 9

DERBY -The Diabetes Education & Support Group at Griffin Hospital will host a free presentations on foot health on Tues., May 9 at 2:30 p.m. at the hospital, 130 Division St., Derby.

 

Podiatrist Dr. Luke Jeffries, of Yale Podiatry Group, will present “Foot Care & Prevention of Foot Complications” in the hospital’s Childbirth Education Classroom A. There is free valet parking.

 

The Diabetes Education & Support Group meets September - June on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss the management of diabetes, its challenges, and day-to-day dietary concerns. Individuals with diabetes and their caregivers are welcome to attend.

 

No registration is required. For more information, call Mary Swansiger at 203-732-1137.

 

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)