The Earthquake in Haiti - Stories & Reports by Dr. Alessi for the Norwich Bulletin
The following are links to a seven part series about my experience in Haiti. The articles are published daily in the Norwich Bulletin. Please join me on Facebook to comment and discuss the articles.
We tried to establish a routine amid Haiti's chaos
Posted Feb 16, 2010 - In my career as a physician, I have encountered many medical challenges, but nothing prepared me for the reality that is Haiti today. Read the full feature article »
All of us found our roles in Haiti
Posted Feb 15, 2010 - Heartbreaking stories abound in Haiti and have brought our group of 15 health professionals from Norwich and Greenville, N.C., closer together. Several days after our return, I spent time with Dr. Tom Bell, his wife, Patty, an operating room nurse, and Cindy. During these reflections on our time in Haiti, emotions ran high as we chronicled details of our experiences. Read the full feature article »
Despite the dangers in Haiti, we went to offer assistance
Posted Feb 14, 2010 - A journey that changed the lives of 15 American health care workers began Jan. 29. I had the honor of being a part of this group. Our departure from Fort Pierce, Fla., was the culmination of 17 days of mental and physical preparation that began when an earthquake struck Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Read the full feature article »
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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