Westerly Hospital

Westerly Hospital Westerly Hospital is a community hospital serving Washington County, RI and New London, CT

The Westerly Hospital, an 125-bed community hospital serving Washington County, RI and New London County, CT with a wide array of medical, surgical, radiology, laboratory and rehabilitative services using state-of-the-art technology in an intimate, community hospital setting. With more than 100 primary and specialty physicians dedicated to the patients they serve, this essential community hospital has earned one of the highest patient satisfaction rankings in the country. From emergencies to advanced procedures, Westerly Hospital serves the entire community with family-centered medical care that’s leading edge, yet respectful, compassionate, committed and accountable to our patients. For our patients' convenience, laboratory, radiology, and primary and specialty care services are offered through the Hospital's affiliations Wood River Health Services in Hope Valley, RI.

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe outcomes in at risk populations, especially newborn babies. Measles...
12/18/2025

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe outcomes in at risk populations, especially newborn babies.

Measles is a vaccine preventable disease, so when there are groups of unvaccinated individuals, that increases the risk of it spreading.

“A common misconception is that if everybody else is vaccinated, then people don't have to vaccinate their child because there's no chance that they will get it,” said Thomas Murray, MD, PhD, associate medical director of Infection Prevention at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital and professor of Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine.

“There can be herd immunity, but if you get pockets of unvaccinated people in a small area, that’s going to be a high-risk environment, even if the rest of the population is highly vaccinated.”

Learn more about how the measles vaccine helps protect children: http://ynh.care/13z.

Hospitals across our region are seeing more cases of flu, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus. Yale New Haven Health is here to...
12/18/2025

Hospitals across our region are seeing more cases of flu, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus. Yale New Haven Health is here to help you make informed choices about care. http://ynh.care/13p

Prevent illness: Stay up to date on vaccines, wash hands often, and stay home if you’re sick.

Masking: Recommended for all visitors; required if you have respiratory symptoms. Our staff wear masks during patient interactions.
When to go to the ER:
• Chest pain
• Trouble breathing
• Sudden confusion
• Paralysis
• Major burns or head injuries

For fever, cough, body aches, or stomach issues:
Contact your primary care provider
Visit our Walk-In or Urgent Care Centers
Try Virtual Care for minor illnesses (24/7, often covered by insurance)
Find locations and ED wait times here: http://ynh.care/13o

The Westerly Hospital Auxiliary illuminated its Lights of Love tree in the hospital courtyard recently as part of its 41...
12/17/2025

The Westerly Hospital Auxiliary illuminated its Lights of Love tree in the hospital courtyard recently as part of its 41st annual holiday appeal, a fundraiser in support of caregivers at the hospital.

Each year, the Lights of Love appeal asks the community to donate in memory or honor of loved ones, and the lights on the tree symbolize all those who are remembered during the holiday season.
Proceeds from the appeal support educational opportunities for clinical staff and also equipment needs that may fall outside the scope of the hospital’s annual capital budget.

This year, the Auxiliary’s Lights of Love appeal raised more than $7,000, according to Barbara Wright, president of the Auxiliary, who offered thanks to all who helped make the event a success.
Adding to the Lights of Love tree lighting festivities, the Glory Ringers from Dunn's Corners Community Church, Presbyterian - PCUSA performed holiday carols. “They were absolutely marvelous,” Wright said.

There was something for just about everyone at this year's employee Craft Fair. Earrings, scarves, dog jackets, catnip t...
12/16/2025

There was something for just about everyone at this year's employee Craft Fair. Earrings, scarves, dog jackets, catnip toys, custom tumblers, cutting boards, wreaths, keychains, hats, homemade gift cards – that's just a sampling of the original handmade items created by employees.

All table fees paid by the crafters were donated to the United Way of Rhode Island.

"It was another great year and we thank all our participants for their time and talents," said Sandy McPherson, a project manager with DTS and organizer of the event. "We also thank all our colleagues who stopped by and did a little browsing and shopping, because that's what makes this event so fun for everyone."

Yale New Haven Health wishes all those celebrating, a happy Hanukkah. May your holidays be bright!
12/14/2025

Yale New Haven Health wishes all those celebrating, a happy Hanukkah. May your holidays be bright!

In 1969, the hospital made upgrades to the maternity department, adding beds, labor rooms and other areas. For 100 years...
12/14/2025

In 1969, the hospital made upgrades to the maternity department, adding beds, labor rooms and other areas.

For 100 years, our commitment to the community has never wavered. Here's to a legacy of healing—and to the future of compassionate care.

Leaders from Perioperative Services at both Lawrence + Memorial (L+M) Hospital and Westerly hospitals recently took time...
12/11/2025

Leaders from Perioperative Services at both Lawrence + Memorial (L+M) Hospital and Westerly hospitals recently took time out of their busy schedules to volunteer at the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center in New London.

The team members spent a couple of hours with the Gemma Moran team sorting food for upcoming distributions to help feed families in need throughout the region.

As one of the hospital leaders noted, “it’s a great day when we can have a team building event while also giving back to the community. The Gemma Moran food center is an incredibly valuable resource in our community and we were proud to be able to help. We encourage others to do the same.”

Yale New Haven Health is among 100 national hospitals and health systems recognized for excellence in spine and neurosci...
12/05/2025

Yale New Haven Health is among 100 national hospitals and health systems recognized for excellence in spine and neuroscience care as listed by Becker's Hospital Review for 2025. This accolade recognizes hospitals and health systems “whose cutting-edge neuroscience and spine programs are transforming lives every day.”

Our neurologists and neurosurgeons collaborate to offer patients and their families the finest care for conditions including brain tumors, epilepsy, memory disorders, movement disorders, spinal disorders, stroke and aneurysms. In 2027, the Adams Neurosciences Center is scheduled to open at Yale New Haven Hospital and will serve as the foundation of our advanced and innovative neurological and neurosurgical care for patients from across the country.
http://ynh.care/12q

As we enter respiratory virus season, updated masking guidelines for patients, visitors, and employees will go into effe...
12/01/2025

As we enter respiratory virus season, updated masking guidelines for patients, visitors, and employees will go into effect on Dec. 1. Thank you for helping us keep our community safe.

11/27/2025

Yale New Haven Health wishes you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving.

This Thanksgiving, Connecticut’s healthcare heroes are reminding everyone — there’s so much to give thanks for.❤️ Family...
11/24/2025

This Thanksgiving, Connecticut’s healthcare heroes are reminding everyone — there’s so much to give thanks for.
❤️ Family. Friends. A safe ride home.

Before the celebration begins, make your plan:
1️⃣ Arrange a rideshare or taxi.
2️⃣ Choose a sober designated driver.
3️⃣ Stay the night if you’ve been drinking.

Because one impaired choice can change lives forever.
Let’s say CT Not One More to impaired driving.

🚗💙 CT Trauma Centers stand together to keep our roads safe this holiday.

We’re proud to share that Christopher O’Connor has been recognized as one of the state’s most powerful leaders in health...
11/24/2025

We’re proud to share that Christopher O’Connor has been recognized as one of the state’s most powerful leaders in healthcare in the Hartford Business Journal’s sixth annual Power 25 Health Care list, honoring leaders who are addressing healthcare issues such as workforce pressures, reimbursement challenges, rising drug costs, consolidation and rapid advances in technology.

As the CEO of the state’s largest employer and largest healthcare system, Christopher is leading the health system’s charge to embrace the lives of the people we serve by providing access to high-value care.

Congratulations, Christopher, on this well-deserved recognition!

http://ynh.care/11f

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02891

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