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Here’s a closer look at the latest acquisition and the company’s path forward.
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In CT and the nation, medical practices become another pandemic casualty
Peggy McCarthy, Conn. Health I-Team Writer
Feb. 4, 2021
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From 2016 to 2018, the number of Connecticut physicians affiliated with health systems grew in every part of the state, according to an analysis of “metropolitan statistical areas” by Health Affairs.Bonnie Phillips / C-HITShow MoreShow Less
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After 35 years as an oral surgeon, Dr. Arthur Wilk closed his practice in Clinton following “daunting challenges” caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. In Darien, Dr. Cecile Windels sold her pediatric practice to a hospital health system after enduring significant income losses.
They are among thousands of physicians and other health care professionals across the country who have made coronavirus-prompted career changes such as closing practices, joining larger health systems or retiring early. The reasons for the moves vary, from declines in income due to fewer inp
“We are monitoring every single day how many doses are out on the street and how many we’ve administered,” said Gifford.
The proposed 1B plan discussed Tuesday would include individuals 75 and older and frontline essential workers. There was also discussion of adding residents and workers of congregate facilities, along with the possibility of adding public safety, sanitation and food service workers.
While subcategories are still being defined, there was also lengthy discussion of equity.
“I am concerned that when we look at the list of essential workers in the 1B, that the percentage of Black individuals is really low,” said Dr. Marwan Haddad, medical director of the Center for Key Populations at Community Health Center.