Phone Numbers
Directory assistance
(203) 688-4242
Patient information
(203) 688-4177
Adult emergency
(203) 688-2222
Children's emergency
(203) 688-3333
Admitting
(203) 688-2221
Children's admitting
(203) 688-3331
Psychiatric admitting
(203) 688-9907
Mailing address:
Yale-New Haven Hospital
20 York Street
New Haven, CT
06510-3202
Upcoming events
Upcoming events at Yale-New Haven Hospital, Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital and Yale-New Haven Psychiatric Hospital follow.
A brochure describing spring health talks at the Shoreline Medical Center in Guilford can be downloaded here.
NOTE: A red arrow means you can sign up online. Click on an arrow to register.
March
Understanding Cancer: Colorectal CancerIs It A Stroke? Act Fast … 
Lung Cancer Symposium
April
Breast Reconstruction OptionsTiming and Treatment for Heart AttacksYour Heart, Your Mind and Your Blood VesselsGlaucoma: Can You See Me Now?
A Journey Through the Wrist and Hand
John Joe Head and Neck Free ScreeningCan You Hear Me Now?
How Diabetes Affects Your Heart
May
Breast Reconstruction OptionsDiet and Nutrient Supplements for Cancer Prevention The ABCs of Pediatric AsthmaSlimming Down for the SummerA Journey from the Wrist to the FingertipFood Shopping on a Budget
June
Making the Right Choices at RestaurantsWhy are Women's Hearts Different?Timing and Treatment for Heart AttacksMaking the Right Choices at RestaurantsFree colorectal cancer screening
Date: March 6
On Saturday, March 6, Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven will support National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and offer adults free colorectal cancer screenings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Parking is available in the Air Rights Garage. Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is preferred. To register, call 203.785.4138.
Location: First floor, Smilow Cancer Hospital
Understanding Cancer: Colorectal Cancer
Date: March 10
This free lecture for patients and their families will be given by Edward Chu, MD, of Yale Cancer Center. The event will last from 6 - 8 p.m. Register online or call 888-700-6543 .
Register online
Location: East Pavilion cafeteria, Yale-New Haven Hospital
Is It A Stroke? Act Fast …
Date: March 11
This lecture, sponsored by th Yale-New Haven Hospital Auxiliary as part of its Spring 2010 A Healthy You health education series, examines the risks factors and warning signs of stroke as well as prevention tips. A free stroke screening, including blood pressure screening, will be available to registrants before and after the lecture. Joseph Schindler, MD, will present.
The event lasts from noon to 2 p.m.
Register online
Location: Tagliatella Academic Center, 700 Prospect Street, New Haven
Lung Cancer Symposium: The Changing Face of Lung Cancer
Date: March 27
This event, sponsored by the Yale Cancer Center, Smilow Cancer Hospital and the Wellness Community of Southern Connecticut, includes more than a dozen expert presenters covering topics Kinder, Gentler Treatments and Unlocking the Genetic Code. The event is from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To register call, (888)700-6543 and press option 2.
Location: Park Street Auditorium, 55 Park Street, New Haven
Breast Reconstruction Options
Date: April 6
Breast cancer affects one in eight women. Mastectomy is a part of the treatment plan, and there are options for breast reconstruction. Join Michael Matthew, MD, YNHH attending physician, and assistant professor, Yale School of Medicine, for a discussion on the risks and benefits of these treatments with respect to surgical risks, pain, aesthetics and recovery time.
The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center, 111 Goose Lane, Guilford, CT (Exit 59 off I-95)
Timing and Treatment for Heart Attacks
Date: April 8
Coronary heart disease is the single largest health problem of American women. However, women experiencing heart attack symptoms often fail to get prompt, lifesaving care. Don’t let a delay in action cost you your life! Join Janet Parkosewich, PhD, RN, co-director of Women’s Heart Program at Yale-New Haven Hospital, for a discussion that will help you develop a personal action plan if you or someone you know develops heart attack symptoms. Parkosewich will describe barriers women must overcome to receive prompt treatment. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Hamden Professional Cetner, 2560 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT
Your Heart, Your Mind and Your Blood Vessels
Date: April 13
The health of your blood vessels contributes in important ways not only to your heart, but also your brain. This presentation will address the relationship between vascular disease, heart disease and certain forms of memory and cognitive decline. Join Frank Giordano, MD, YNHH attending physician, and associate professor of medicine and director of translational research, Yale School of Medicine, as he discusses major risk factors and strategies to prevent vascular disease. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center, 111 Goose Lane, Guilford, CT (Exit 59 off I-95)
Glaucoma: Can You See Me Now?
Date: April 15
This lecture by James Tsai, MD, is presented by The Yale-New Haven Hospital Auxiliary, as part of its Spring 2010 A Healthy You health education lecture series. Dr. Tsai will discuss glaucoma, including prevention, diagnostic and cutting-edge treatment options. The event lasts from 2 to 4 p.m.
Register online
Location: Evergreen Woods Auditorium, 88 Notch Hill Road, North Branford, CT
Journey Through the Wrist and Hand
Date: April 15
Reaching, grabbing, writing, driving, lifting or waving are activities we take for granted. These seemingly simple daily actions are possible because of the versatility and flexibility of the hand. Join Richard Bernstein, MD, YNHH attending physician, and associate professor of orthopaedics, Yale School of Medicine, as he talks about a variety of treatment options ranging from physical and occupational therapy to surgical intervention. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Hamden Professional Cetner, 2560 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT
John Joe Head and Neck Free Screening
Date: April 16
Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New-Haven will conduct the 5th annual John Joe, MD, Free Head and Neck Cancer Screening from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the East Pavilion Cafeteria. This 5-minute exam that could save your life. All you need to do is open your mouth to get your check up from the neck up!
Location: East Pavilion Cafeteria, Yale-New Haven Hospital
Can You Hear Me Now?
Date: April 22
Balance and hearing are integral to one’s ability to communicate. Are you or someone you know having trouble with balance or hearing? Learn about common hearing loss, dizziness and treatment options. Elias Michaelides, MD, YNHH attending surgeon, and assistant professor, Yale School of Medicine, will discuss advances in treatment options. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Hamden Professional Cetner, 2560 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT
How Diabetes Affects Your Heart
Date: April 29
Diabetes is the fifth-deadliest disease in the United States, and it has no cure. People with diabetes are at a much greater risk for heart attacks, strokes and high blood pressure. Heart and vascular disease often go hand-in-hand with diabetes, so learning the ABC’s is extremely valuable in reducing risk factors associated with this medical condition. Join Geralyn Spollet, APRN, Yale Diabetes Center, as she addresses these issues. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Hamden Professional Cetner, 2560 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT
Breast Reconstruction Options
Date: May 6
Breast cancer affects one in eight women. Mastectomy is a part of the treatment plan, and there are options for breast reconstruction. Join Michael Matthew, MD, YNHH attending physician, and assistant professor, Yale School of Medicine, for a discussion on the risks and benefits of these treatments with respect to surgical risks, pain, aesthetics and recovery time. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Hamden Professional Cetner, 2560 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT
Diet, and Nutrient Supplements for Cancer Prevention
Date: May 11
Scientific evidence supports nutrition as an important strategy for cancer prevention, but how do you sort out the hype from the facts? Join Susan T. Mayne, PhD, professor of epidemiology, Yale School of Public Health, and associate director, Yale Cancer Center, as she talks about the current nutrition recommendations for cancer prevention, including a discussion of foods and supplements. If you are interested in preventing a first cancer, or if you are a cancer survivor looking to reduce your risk of a second cancer, don’t miss this talk! The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center, 111 Goose Lane, Guilford, CT (Exit 59 off I-95)
The ABCs of Pediatric Asthma
Date: May 13
The Yale-New Haven Hospital Auxiliary, as part of its Spring 2010 A Healthy You health education lecture series, presents a discussion on asthma in children, prevention, diagnosis and treatment options.
The event lasts from 7 to 8 p.m. Alia Bazzy-Asaad, MD, will present.
Register online
Location: Case Memorial Library, 176 Tyler City Road, Orange
Slimming Down for the Summer
Date: May 13
Shedding winter pounds can be a challenge! Are you ready to take a more active role in your weight and achieve results you can be proud of? Our nutrition expert, Ellen Liskov, MPH, registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator and outpatient nutrition specialist at Yale-New Haven Shoreline Nutrition Center, will give you a jump start by teaching you successful strategies for losing weight and keeping it off permanently. Learn about healthy eating plans, exercise and behavior modification techniques do help you slim down for summer! The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Hamden Professional Cetner, 2560 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT
A Journey from the Wrist to the Fingertip
Date: May 18
Ever been interested in the complexity of multiple moving parts that make up your hand? Join Seth Dodds, MD, YNHH attending physician, and associate professor, Yale School of Medicine, for a journey through the intricate anatomy of the hand and wrist. Common ailments of the hand such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, Dupuytren’s contracture, thumb and wrist arthritis, sports injuries and wrist fractures will be discussed. The focus will be on presenting anatomy and common problems using clear, patient-appropriate terminology and explanations. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center, 111 Goose Lane, Guilford, CT (Exit 59 off I-95)
Food Shopping on a Budget
Date: May 25
In today's economy, every dollar counts! Learn how to get the most for your money while still choosing healthy, delicious foods. Join Susann Boroczky, MS, registered dietitian, outpatient nutrition specialist at Yale-New Haven Shoreline Nutrition Center, as she shows you how to navigate the supermarket to get the best deals, learn when buying in bulk pays off, how long you can store certain foods, budget-friendly recipes and tips for reinventing leftovers, and how to utilize coupons effectively. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center, 111 Goose Lane, Guilford, CT (Exit 59 off I-95)
Making the Right Choices at Restaurants
Date: June 8
Love to eat out, but trying to lose weight and eat more healthfully? Amy Krystock, registered dietitian, outpatient nutrition specialist at Yale-New Haven Shoreline Nutrition Center, and assistant professor, University of New Haven, will provide suggestions to help you make appropriate, healthy and tasty choices when dining out! The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center, 111 Goose Lane, Guilford, CT (Exit 59 off I-95)
Why are Women’s Hearts Different?
Date: June 10
Learn about risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of women and heart disease. Studies have shown clear differences in diagnosis and outcomes of heart attack between women and men. Come and explore these differences with Lisa Freed, MD, YNHH attending physician, partner in Cardiology Associates of New Haven, and founder of Women’s Heart Program at Yale-New Haven Hospital. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Hamden Professional Cetner, 2560 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT
Timing and Treatment for Heart Attacks
Date: June 15
Coronary heart disease is the single largest health problem of American women. However, women experiencing heart attack symptoms often fail to get prompt, lifesaving care. Don’t let a delay in action cost you your life! Join Janet Parkosewich, PhD, RN, co-director of Women’s Heart Program at Yale-New Haven Hospital, for a discussion that will help you develop a personal action planif you or someone you know develops heart attack symptoms. Parkosewich will describe barriers women must overcome to receive prompt treatment. The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center, 111 Goose Lane, Guilford, CT (Exit 59 off I-95)
Making the Right Choices at Restaurants
Date: June 17
Love to eat out, but trying to lose weight and eat more healthfully? Cheryl Robaczynski, registered dietitian and outpatient nutrition specialist at Yale-New Haven Shoreline Nutrition Center, will provide suggestions to help you make, healthy and tasty choices when dining out! The lecture is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 1-800-700-6543 or register online.
Register online
Location: Hamden Professional Cetner, 2560 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT
Ongoing events and opportunities
Melanoma support group available monthly
The Yale Cancer Center Melanoma Support Group will be meeting on the second Thursday of each month throughout 2009 in Yale-New Haven Hospital’s Max Taffel conference room at 6:30 p.m. To attend, contact Bonnie Indeck, 203.688.6573.
Digital Mobile Mammography Van
In collaboration with Hill Health Center and Yale Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art Digital Mobile Mammography Van has arrived at Yale-New Haven Hospital. The Digital Mobile Mammography Van is a mobile unit that comes to your location, providing you and others with the convenience of rapid diagnosis and access to the most up-to-date technology thereby making it easier for working women to obtain their annual screening exams. YNHH’s expert mammography technologists deliver personal, friendly and confidential care to every woman.
Digital Mobile Mammography Van service is offered six days a week, Monday – Saturday at locations throughout New Haven, Fairfield, Middlesex and New London counties. Call (203) 688-6800 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
CPAP support group
A Continuous Postive Air Pressure (CPAP) support group offering health awareness information to adults with sleep apnea is now forming. Family members are also welcome. The group will
provide an interactive forum for exchanging information, education on sleep
disorders and review of new and old CPAP equipment. Each meeting will be
attended by board-certified sleep specialists and staff from Yale Sleep
Medicine. Refreshments will be provided. Meeting locations are in Norwich and at the Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center. Call 203-764-6788 for information.
RN Refresher Program
The Yale New Haven Health System RN Refresher Program brings nurses up
to date with hospital technology and standards and allows them to ease
into the clinical setting again as students. Nurses who complete the program
and go on to work at Bridgeport, Greenwich or Yale-New Haven hospitals
may be eligible to receive sign-on bonuses and reimbursement of RN Refresher
tuition. For more information or to request a registration form, contact
Cathleen L. Caulfield APRN, BC, at 688-7290.
"Eat Right" Weight Management
Program
Periodically, Yale-New Haven offers the "Eat Right" weight management
program to help you slim down. Topics covered include assessing your weight
loss needs, label reading, dining out strategies, healthy cooking and
behavior modification. For more information or to register, call the YNHH
Centers of Nutrition, (203) 688-4879.
Cancer Support Group for Women
A support group for women who have or have had cancer provides information
about cancer, available resources and assists patients as they cope with
a diagnosis of cancer. The group meets every other Thursday. For more
information, call Phyllis Smith, MSW, (203) 688-2304.
Other Yale-New Haven support groups
Pain Relief for Childbirth
Anesthesiology offers free question and answer sessions concerning options
for pain relief during labor. Sessions are conducted by specialists in
obstetrical anesthesia. These one-hour meetings are held twice each month.
For more information, call (203) 785-4488.
Diabetes education series
Free classes offered throughout the year for adult patients and their
families. Call the Yale Diabetes Center at (203) 737-1932 for a schedule or
to reserve a space.
Toy Closets/Toy Teas
Toy Closets were introduced to the Children's Hospital by WTNH-TV anchorwoman
Ann Nyberg in 1993. The YNHH Auxiliary coordinates the program and keeps
the closets stocked with toys for pediatric patients yearround. For more
information about toy donation or to set up a Toy Tea, email or call the YNHH Auxiliary, at (203) 688-5717.
Children's pre-admission visits offered prior to surgery
Sponsored by the YNHCH Child Life program and nursing and anesthesiology
departments, pre-admission visits prepare toddlers, preschoolers, school-age,
and adolescent patients and their families for elective and one-day surgical
procedures. Pre-admission visits are offered Monday through Friday in
the afternoon. To register, call the Pediatric Surgery Center, (203) 688-7996.
Take a tour
Area community, high school and college groups are invited to tour Yale-New
Haven Hospital. The tour program is a free, community outreach service
that is health care career-oriented. Tours are offered by reservation
only and are conducted by YNHH staff and volunteers. To arrange a tour,
or for more information, call YNHH Volunteer Services at (203) 688-2297.
Infant/child CPR classes
YNHH Women's Education Life Learning (W.E.L.L.) offers a four-hour class
in infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The
fee is $50 per person. Certification is offered at $55 per person. Prepayment is required and class size is limited.
To register, or for additional information, go to www.ynhh.org/WELL, phone (203) 688-WELL (9355)
or send an e-mail.
AfterDance/stroller aerobics
AfterDance, a postpartum fitness program, is now offered with Stroller
Aerobics, an innovative way to get mom in shape after baby arrives. AfterDance
and Stroller Aerobics classes mix body realignment, aerobic activity and
muscle toning in a "baby-friendly" environment. Classes are
available in New Haven and surrounding communities. For fee and registration
information, contact Women's Education Life Learning (W.E.L.L.) at (203) 688-WELL (9355)
or by e-mail.
Joint replacement surgery
Patients who will undergo joint replacement surgery at Yale-New Haven Hospital
are encouraged to attend an informational class led by a certified orthopedic nurse and
the care coordinator for the orthopedic unit. The hour-long session will cover topics such as:
preparing for admission; the day of surgery; medications; pain management; physical therapy; knee/hip special
instructions; length of stay; medical management; and choosing post hospital care—acute
rehabilitation or home recovery. No registration is required. Patients are
encouraged to mention the class when scheduling their pre-admission appointment and the office
will try to coordinate their appointment time with the class.
The classes will be held the first and third Tuesday of every month at noon. They will be held in the 7-7 conference room on the seventh floor of the East Pavilion at 20 York Street.
For additional information, contact Julia Jonathan at (203) 688-2182.
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