Fairfield County Medical Association

Fairfield County Medical Association Number of members: 1,000.

Fairfield County Medical Association Address: 100 Beard Sawmill Road, Suite 109, Shelton, CT 06484 Phone 203-513-2045 Fax: 203-513-8036 Web Site: www.fcma.org.

Fairfield County Medical Association Executive Director John Brannelly was interviewed for the article “Success by Assoc...
04/03/2026

Fairfield County Medical Association Executive Director John Brannelly was interviewed for the article “Success by Association: The Anatomy of Modern Leadership” in The Meeting Magazines’ Association Conventions & Facilities publication by Zach Chouteau.

The piece highlights perspectives from several association leaders on what effective leadership looks like today. In the interview, Brannelly shared insights from his work with the Fairfield County Medical Association, including the importance of listening, building trust, and fostering meaningful connections with members.

You can read the full article here:
https://www.themeetingmagazines.com/acf/success-by-association/?post_type=association_post

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Fairfield University’s Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies is proud to be an Affinity Partner of the Fairfield Cou...
04/03/2026

Fairfield University’s Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies is proud to be an Affinity Partner of the Fairfield County Medical Association (FCMA). Physicians and healthcare professionals interested in expanding their impact in population health can learn more about the online CEPH-accredited Master of Public Health (MPH) program during an upcoming Virtual Information Session on April 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET. The flexible program is designed for working professionals and prepares leaders to address public health challenges at the community and systems level.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9017369839442/WN_yzC7UdYsS-6AGu5P3NwJ8A #/registration

Today, on National Doctors’ Day, we celebrate the physicians who make up the nearly 1,000 members of the Fairfield Count...
03/30/2026

Today, on National Doctors’ Day, we celebrate the physicians who make up the nearly 1,000 members of the Fairfield County Medical Association. Your dedication, expertise, and compassion strengthen the health and well-being of the communities you serve every single day.

While it would be impossible to recognize each of our members individually, we extend a special thank you to the leadership of the FCMA, our Board of Trustees, whose guidance, advocacy, and commitment help move our organization and our mission forward throughout the year.

To all of our physician members: thank you for the care you provide, the lives you touch, and the leadership you bring to medicine.

And at the Fairfield County Medical Association, we celebrate our doctors every day—not just on National Doctors’ Day. fcma.org

A great evening in for an outstanding lecture, “Redefining Breast Cancer Surgery: Sensation Preservation, Lymphedema P...
03/29/2026

A great evening in for an outstanding lecture, “Redefining Breast Cancer Surgery: Sensation Preservation, Lymphedema Prevention and Next-Generation Care,” featuring Fairfield County Medical Association (FCMA) member Valerie Brutus, MD FACS of Hartford HealthCare. The program highlighted important advances in surgical care and brought together physicians dedicated to improving outcomes for patients across our region.

It was wonderful to see strong FCMA representation, including Dr. Patricia Lampugnale, FCMA Vice President Dr. Andrew Wong, and FCMA Trustee Dr. Jill Denowitz of Concierge Physicians of Westport. We were also pleased to connect with colleagues Dr. Glenn Rich and David Gruen, MD, MBA, FACR of Advanced Radiology Consultants.

Events like this showcase the strength of our medical community and our shared commitment to collaboration, innovation, and excellence in patient care. fcma.org

Congratulations to Neal Fischbach, MD, a valued member of the Fairfield County Medical Association, on being honored by ...
03/28/2026

Congratulations to Neal Fischbach, MD, a valued member of the Fairfield County Medical Association, on being honored by the Greater Bridgeport Medical Association with the Dominick V. Sorge, MD Distinguished Physician Community Service Award. Dr. Fischbach’s work as Assistant Professor of Medicine (Medical Oncology) at Yale School of MedicineSchool of Medicine and Assistant Medical Director of the Clinical Trials Office reflects a deep commitment to advancing cancer care and expanding access to innovative clinical trials across the Yale New Haven Health network.

Beyond his clinical and academic leadership, Dr. Fischbach’s impact is profoundly felt through his role as President and Co-founder of THRIVE - Cooperative Wellness Center, where his life mission is to empower individuals facing cancer comes to life. Drawing from decades of experience and personal connections to cancer, he has built a community that addresses not only treatment, but the physical, emotional, and practical challenges patients face. From fostering meaningful connections to advocating for holistic support, Dr. Fischbach exemplifies compassionate, forward-thinking leadership.

This well-deserved recognition will be celebrated on May 14th at GBMA’s Annual Awards and Scholarship Dinner in Stratford. For tickets and more information, visit gbmedical.org.

FCMA Executive Director John Brannelly joined Dr. Victor Morris, Chief Medical Officer of Bridgeport Hospital, Yale New ...
03/20/2026

FCMA Executive Director John Brannelly joined Dr. Victor Morris, Chief Medical Officer of Bridgeport Hospital, Yale New Haven Health at the recent Greater Bridgeport Medical Association (GBMA) Awards Ceremony, underscoring the strength of physician leadership and the enduring value of professional unity within organized medicine.

A respected leader and active member of the Fairfield County Medical Association, Dr. Morris reflects the caliber of engagement that continues to elevate the voice and influence of physicians throughout our region. Institutions such as the FCMA and the GBMA serve as vital forums where clinical expertise, leadership, and advocacy converge to shape the future of healthcare.

interested in contributing to this important work are encouraged to learn more about membership and leadership opportunities at FCMA.org.

It was a pleasure to see strong physician engagement at the Fairfield County Medical Association (FCMA)’s March Social...
03/13/2026

It was a pleasure to see strong physician engagement at the Fairfield County Medical Association (FCMA)’s March Social at O'Neill's Irish Pub & Restaurant in Norwalk. Pictured are Marivic Dayrit Botta, MD, FAAP, of Pediatric Healthcare Associates, PHA, CT; Andrea Hagani, MD, FAAP, CEO of Pediatric Healthcare Associates, PHA, CT and a member of the FCMA Board of Trustees; Ray Lorenzoni III, MD, President of the FCMA; and Magna Dias, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at Bridgeport Hospital, Yale New Haven Health.

Evenings like this highlight the value of coming together across organizations and specialties to strengthen collaboration, leadership, and community in healthcare. Join us at fcma.org.

across Connecticut are raising concerns about the growing impact of insurance downcoding, a practice that many provide...
03/04/2026

across Connecticut are raising concerns about the growing impact of insurance downcoding, a practice that many providers say is placing increasing financial pressure on medical practices and ultimately affecting patient care. In an article by Connecticut Public, Ray Lorenzoni III, MD, President of the Fairfield County Medical Association (FCMA), shares the perspective of frontline physicians navigating these challenges every day.

Advocating for physicians and the patients they serve is central to the mission of the FMCA. Ensuring that physicians have a strong voice in policy and public conversations about healthcare is an important part of the work we do. Read the full article here:

https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2026-03-02/ct-health-care-providers-say-insurance-downcoding-is-bleeding-them-dry

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At 11:45 p.m. on February 18, 2026, FCMA Legislative Chair Leslie Miller, DO, testified before the State of Connecticut ...
02/25/2026

At 11:45 p.m. on February 18, 2026, FCMA Legislative Chair Leslie Miller, DO, testified before the State of Connecticut General Assembly Appropriations Committee on behalf of the Fairfield County Medical Association, advocating for increased Medicaid reimbursement rates to better support physicians, sustain medical practices, and strengthen our hospitals, all in service of the patients who rely on us.

Dr. Miller is a past President and former Chair of FCMA, and we are deeply grateful for her continued leadership and unwavering service to the profession. Her dedication reflects the strength of organized medicine and the importance of physician advocacy at the Capitol.

This is what FCMA membership makes possible, a strong, unified physician voice actively representing you on the issues that matter most. To become a member, visit fcma.org or contact FCMA Executive Director John Brannelly. fcma.org

FCMA is pleased to welcome back Pullman & Comley, LLC as an Affinity Partner of the Fairfield County Medical Association...
02/23/2026

FCMA is pleased to welcome back Pullman & Comley, LLC as an Affinity Partner of the Fairfield County Medical Association.

Pullman & Comley, LLC is a full-service law firm with extensive experience advising healthcare providers on regulatory compliance, contracts, cyber liability, payer audits and negotiations, business transactions, succession planning, labor and employment, litigation, and strategic operations. The firm represents physician practices, ASCs, hospitals, FQHCs, and other healthcare entities, delivering practical, solution-oriented counsel backed by more than a century of service.

To learn more, contact Isabelle Bibet-Kalinyak or visit pullcom.com.

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The Fairfield County Medical Association (FCMA) proudly recognizes our Lifetime Members who have been selected by the Gr...
02/23/2026

The Fairfield County Medical Association (FCMA) proudly recognizes our Lifetime Members who have been selected by the Greater Bridgeport Medical Association as recipients of the 2026 Distinguished Physician Lifetime Achievement Awards.

Harold Cronin, MD, and Charles 'Jerry' Hemenway, MD, are highly esteemed pediatricians whose dedication and compassionate care have touched thousands of families throughout the Greater Bridgeport community over the course of their distinguished careers. Now retired, it is especially meaningful to see their lifelong dedication to medicine and service honored in this way.

These awards will be presented on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 7:30 AM during the GBMA Irish Awards Breakfast at The Castle . For more information about the event, please visit gbmedical.org or contact John Brannelly.

Affinity Partners of the Fairfield County Medical Association met today in . These businesses are deeply committed to s...
02/18/2026

Affinity Partners of the Fairfield County Medical Association met today in . These businesses are deeply committed to supporting physicians and physician practices across Fairfield County. They understand the challenges facing today’s medical community and are invested in helping create a dynamic, thriving environment where and their practices can succeed.

Our Affinity Partners are more than sponsors, they are collaborators and champions of organized medicine. Their support strengthens FCMA’s advocacy, educational programming, and physician engagement efforts throughout the year. We are grateful for their partnership and shared commitment to the success of our medical community.

If your organization is interested in becoming an Affinity Partner, please contact FCMA Executive Director John Brannelly or visit fcma.org to learn more.

Back row: Necas Collins - MBA (M&T Bank); Achyuta Nidadavolu (Edward Jones); Darrin Fodor (M&T Bank); Keith J. Hassell (Sacred Heart University); Greg Bilotta (Bankside M&A Advisors); William McDonald, CIC, AAI (HUB International); Scott Nickel (Assured Partners); Elisabeth Pimentel, JD (Garfunkel Wild, P.C.); Isabelle Bibet-Kalinyak, JD (Pullman & Comley, LLC); Mitch Lasky (Omega Systems); Brian Markham and Jonathan Gibney (Southridge Technology); and Robert O'Connor, CPCU (AssuredPartners).

Front row (seated): John Brannelly (FCMA Executive Director); Christine Mullen (Aspire Digital Solutions); Elizabeth Harrigan (Southridge Technology); Christine Cocotas, MBA (SoNE HEALTH); Elise Moncada, CLCS (Integris Group); Kristen Bednarz (Fairfield University); and Lori Buchanan (Aspire Digital Solutions).

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100 Beard Sawmill Road, Suite 109
Shelton, CT
06484

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Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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