Backus surgeon uses da Vinci robot for colorectal surgery
Sergio Casillas, MD, of Backus Physician Services, is now one of just a handful of physicians in New England to perform colorectal surgery using robotic technology.
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Lung cancer education event to be held March 10
The William W. Backus Hospital’s Cancer Services Department will focus on “Prevention and Treatment of Lung Cancer” during its next community education event on Wednesday, March 10, at 5:30 p.m. in the entry-level conference rooms.
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Helping to cope with back pain
Two specialists will explain pain relieving techniques and when it's time to call a doctor in "Sprains, Strains and Pains in the Back" on Thursday, March 11, from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in The William W. Backus Hospital's entry-level conference rooms.
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Backus to begin community health assessment in March
The William W. Backus Hospital is conducting a community health assessment and is asking residents in New London and Windham counties to participate.
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Patients sought for anti-coagulation study at Backus
When a blood clot forms as part of the body's normal repair process, there is little cause for alarm. But when a clot forms when it is not needed, it can have potentially significant consequences.
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Plainfield Backus Health Center open for business
The official opening of the new facility on Plainfield Road marks the northern-most healthcare outpost to bear the Backus name.
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Helping to cope with serious illnesses
Specialists will offer patients and family members strategies for handling the emotional, financial and medical aspects of facing the diagnosis of a chronic or progressive disease in “Diagnosed with a Serious Illness? What to do Next” on Thursday, Feb. 11, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. in The William W. Backus Hospital’s entry level conference rooms.
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Four from Backus helping in Haiti
Anthony G. Alessi, MD, and Tom P. Bell, MD, are among four people from Backus joining a group from North Carolina and traveling to Haiti this week to aid in relief efforts following the Jan. 12 earthquake that paralyzed the island nation.
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Backus goes smoke-free March 1
Backus Hospital will become tobacco-free on March 1. The use of tobacco products will not be allowed on any Backus property, including off-campus locations and parking lots.
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Super Bowl Sunday
Don't get flagged for unnecessary calories on Super Bowl Sunday. Make sure your game plan includes some healthy but super-tasty snacks.
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Ice Angel wine tasting event to benefit Backus Stroke Center
Tickets are now available for the Ice Angel Wine Tasting and Backus Hospital Stroke Center fundraiser at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13 at the Dalice Elizabeth Winery, 6 Amos Road in Preston.
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Become a Backus Facebook fan today
Backus Hospital has launched a Facebook page, www.facebook.com/backushospital. Become a Backus Facebook fan today.
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Haitian relief
While many people watched news reports and read stories online following Tuesday's 7.0 earthquake that struck Haiti, few had a greater interest in the aftermath than Backus volunteer Roberthe Antoine.
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Birthing center open house Jan. 20
The William W. Backus Hospital Birthing Center will hold an open house for expecting parents on Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 6:15 - 9 p.m.
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Stress relief strategies for families
Two specialists will offer parents tips for dealing with stress in their children and themselves in "Stressed Out? So Are Your Kids" on Thursday, Jan. 14, from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in The William W. Backus Hospital's entry level conference rooms.
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