Trumbull Doctor and Office Honored

Primary care physician and Trumbull resident Dr. Daniel T. Kocinsky received the St. Vincent de Paul Mission Award as St. Vincent’s 2011 Physician of the Year, according to a recent hospital press release.

He was honored in ceremonies held recently at in Trumbull before a gathering of physicians, administrators and guests. The award goes to the attending physician who best demonstrates the qualities exemplified by St. Vincent de Paul, one who truly lives the mission and values of the Medical Center. 

“Dan Kocinsky is an outstanding doctor with superior clinical skills, who also is loved by his patients for his caring manner," said President/CEO Susan L. Davis. Davis quoted from his nominations, which were submitted by employees, nursing staff and patients.

One letter called Kocinsky, an internist, a “doctor both modern and old-fashioned,” in that he is extremely knowledgeable on the latest clinical advances yet never loses his compassion for his patients.  One longtime patient called every appointment with Dr. Kocinsky a “comfort visit," the release states.

In its nomination, the nursing staff described Kocinsky as a physician who is easily approached with questions and who always takes the time to explain what he is doing.

One doctor commented that when you receive a referral from Dr. Kocinsky, “You have all the information you need on the patient because he is so thorough.” In his usual humble manner, Dr. Kocinsky thanked the nurses at St. Vincent’s who “do the hardest job and do it well,” fellow physicians, his wife, family and most importantly, his patients. “I am so honored to care for them.” 

After graduating from Columbia University with a BS degree in engineering, Kocinsky earned his medical degree at the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey, and later completed his internal medicine residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. He is in private practice with , and is board certified in internal medicine.

Kocinsky resides in Trumbull with his wife and two children.

Meanwhile, a Park Avenue fertility clinic was named a fertility center of excellence.

Park Avenue Fertility and Dr. Andrew Levi of Connecticut were selected as a Fertility Center of Excellence for 2011 in recognition of outstanding results achieved in the fertility field, according to PRWEB.

"For over 10 years Dr. Andrew Levi has been working at the forefront of the fertility field with exceptional results and has helped many patients become happy parents. Dr. Levi is dedicated to providing efficient and effective solutions for his patients. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that this year Dr. Levi and his Park Avenue Fertility clinic, established in 2005 in Connecticut, have earned the highest recognition for demonstrating superior outcomes in treating patients struggling with infertility," the release states.

The criteria for selection are extremely strict and practices are meticulously evaluated by The Reproductive Resource division of the Clinical Sciences Institute (CSI) based on the following standards: 

•     Confirmed clinical track record of success
•     Superior birth rates
•     Low multiple rates
•     All-inclusive reproductive services
•     Outstanding physician credentials and experience
•     Excellent patient care and facility operations
•     High accreditation and affiliations

The Fertility Center of Excellence is not the only award received by Levi, who has also received the Patients’ Choice Award, PRWEB stated.

According to the release,

"Dr. Levi believes that besides striving for professional perfection, one of the key elements is his highly individualized approach. Park Avenue Fertility goes out of their way to establish close connections with their patients, providing not only comprehensive fertility care, but also much-needed emotional support. And patients have repeatedly confirmed their appreciation."

Levi treats traditional and same sex couples as well as individuals with various fertility needs. Park Avenue Fertility provides a wide spectrum of fertility services and treatments, ranging from In Vitro Fertilization, Surrogacy and Egg Donation to less common procedures.

In addition to their office in Trumbull, Park Avenue Fertility has recently opened another location in Fairfield to accommodate the growing demand for their services. More information about Park Avenue Fertility can be obtained on their website at http://www.parkavefertility.com, or by calling Dr. Andrew Levi’s offices in Fairfield (203-254-6000) and Trumbull (203-372-6700).