Anthony G. Alessi, MD is a board-certified, Connecticut neurologist in private practice specializing in general neurology, neuromuscular diseases, EMG and sports medicine.
Dr. Alessi is an Associate Clinical Professor of Neurology at the University of Connecticut and serves as Medical Director for the Backus Hospital Primary Stroke Center. He was recently named Ringside Physician of the Year 2009 by the American Association of Professional Ringside Physicians for his efforts in making boxing safer.
As CEO and Chairman of Colonial Cooperative Care, Inc., he oversees a physician-owned Connecticut medical management company and insurance brokerage.
Dr. Alessi's career in medical journalism includes serving as host of Healthy Rounds a weekly medical information program broadcast on WTIC Hartford. He also hosts Neuro Frontiers on ReachMD XM 160, a daily show updating medical professionals. His book, "Healthy Rounds: A Doctor’s Lessons for a Winning Lifestyle," is a compilation of his weekly columns published in the Norwich Bulletin.
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Recent Blog Posts
Keeping youth sports safe
26 January 2010 | 8:41 am
Healthy Rounds with Dr. Anthony Alessi 01/23
25 January 2010 | 6:28 am
Weightlifting Safety
19 January 2010 | 1:45 pm
Healthy Rounds with Dr. Anthony Alessi 01/16
16 January 2010 | 8:04 am
Complete recovery possible from knee injury
12 January 2010 | 7:49 am
National Cheer and Dance Championship
10 January 2010 | 7:45 pm
Healthy Rounds with Dr. Anthony Alessi 01/09
9 January 2010 | 7:44 am
Read The Book
"Healthy Sports: A Doctor's Lessons for a Winning Lifestyle"
This book, written by Dr. Alessi offers strategies for people to remain active no matter what their age or interests are - from ultimate fighting to gardening.
The 186-page book also features his expertise in sports medicine, based on his experience as a consultant for the University of Connecticut's Department of Athletics, the New York Yankees, the San Francisco Giants and the Connecticut Sun. To purchase "Healthy Sports" or learn more, visit the Backus Hospital website.
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