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Monday, March 28, 2016
"This recognition reflects our belief that every individual — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation or income level — should have access to high quality health care and be treated with dignity and compassion. Our organization takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer and providing ongoing staff training to meet the needs of our LGBT patients and their families," said Melissa Turner, senior vice president, Human Resources, for Bridgeport and Greenwich hospitals.
Bridgeport Hospital is one of a select group of 496 healthcare facilities nationwide to be named Leaders in LGBT Healthcare Equality. Organizations must meet key criteria, including patient and employee non-discrimination policies that specifically mention sexual orientation and gender identity, a guarantee of equal visitation for same-sex partners and parents, and LGBT health education for staff members.
The Healthcare Equality Index offers healthcare facilities resources designed to help provide equal care to a long-overlooked group of patients, as well as assistance in complying with regulatory requirements and access to high-quality staff training.
10/10/2025
The Connecticut Burn Center at Bridgeport Hospital joins Fire Safe CT to raise awareness about Fire Prevention WeekBRIDGEPORT, CT (Oct. 10, 2025) – To raise awareness of the state’s new Fire Safe CT Initiative and of Fire Prevention Week, Bridgeport Hospital partnered with the state of Connecticut, city of Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Fire Department yesterday.
10/6/2025
The Connecticut Burn Center at Bridgeport Hospital receives prestigious verification from American Burn AssociationBRIDGEPORT, CT (October 6, 2025) – The Connecticut Burn Center at Bridgeport Hospital has been verified by the American Burn Association (ABA), a prestigious distinction that recognizes burn centers that meet the highest standards of care for burn-injured patients from admission through rehabilitation. Bridgeport Hospital’s Burn Center is the only Burn Center in Connecticut and one of only 80 ABA verified burn centers in the United States.
9/3/2025
Bridgeport Hospital names new section chief for CardiologyBRIDGEPORT, CT (September 3, 2025) – Bridgeport Hospital has a new section chief of Cardiology – Samuel Hahn, MD. Dr. Hahn has been an integral part of Yale New Haven Health for many years.