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Hartford Officials Honor Saint Francis Hospital
"Saint Francis has been an invaluable regional partner providing care and support for COVID-19 patients."
Press release from Trinity Health of New England:
Sept. 12, 2020
September 11, 2020 the Hartford Court of Common Council continued their appreciation series by honoring Saint Francis Hospital. Saint Francis/Trinity Health of New England have been an invaluable regional partner providing both care and support for patients and their families throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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“We are grateful to the Hartford City Council for this generous recognition,” said Thomas Burke, BPharm, MBA, interim president, Saint Francis Hospital. “At Saint Francis Hospital, we pride ourselves on our ability to be a healing presence for our community. Since the onset of COVID-19, this work became more critical than ever, but is not possible without the unending support of our city and state leaders. We are proud to continue to serve our patients and community in an impactful, meaningful way during some of the most trying times in our history.”
WHO: City Council President Maly D. Rosado, Councilman Nick Lebron, Councilwoman Wildaliz Bermudez, Tom Burke, Interim President, St. Francis Hospital, and additional Hospital Administrators
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WHAT: Saint Francis Recognition Event
WHEN: September 11, 2020 @ 11:00am
WHERE: 114 Woodland Street, Hartford, CT 06105
“On the 19th anniversary of 9/11 the City of Hartford will be recognizing the incredible dedication of the men and women who are working tirelessly to support our residents through the current health crisis, while honoring the legacy of healthcare workers nationally,” said Council President, Maly D. Rosado.
“We have a responsibility to not only highlight the work of our community partners, but also to continue to educate the public on issues that are affecting them. We have made great progress in the fight against the coronavirus, but there is more work to do and we must continue to be vigilant to safeguard the health and well-being of our friends, neighbors, and family.”
This press release was produced by Trinity Health of New England. The views expressed here are the author's own.
