Geriatrics (Aging) - Bridgeport Hospital
Geriatric Medicine • Milford, CT • Since 1878 • Multiple locations including Bridgeport Hospital and Center for Geriatrics - Trumbull locations
About
Bridgeport Hospital Milford Campus offers geriatrics and aging-focused services as part of its broader care network. The site highlights the hospital’s comprehensive care options, including acute and specialized services, with a community orientation and involvement in events such as the Mother’s Day 5K at the Milford campus. While explicit geriatrics program details aren’t listed in the provided highlights, the hospital emphasizes patient-centered care across departments (oncology, cardiac, wound care, nursing, and hospital medicine) and community health initiatives, which typically encompass geriatric care coordination, sleep/functional assessments, and palliative care collaborations. For specific geriatrics programs, teams, and services at the Milford campus, consider checking the Bridgeport Hospital Milford Campus pages or contacting their geriatrics/geriatrics outreach departments directly.
Clinic Type
Geriatric Medicine
Address
Bridgeport Hospital, Center for Geriatrics and related services (Main campus)
Phone
203-384-3388
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Opening Hours
GEMS available seven days a week, 9:30 am–7:30 pm
Emergency Care
Geriatric Emergency Medical Services (GEMS); Silver Level Accredited Geriatric Emergency Department
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FAQs
What is GEMS and who is it for?
GEMS is Bridgeport Hospital’s Geriatric Emergency Medical Service designed for patients age 65 and older, providing specialized emergency care.
When is GEMS available and how can I reach them?
GEMS is available seven days a week, 9:30 am–7:30 pm. For appointments or information, call 203-384-3388.
What additional services support older patients at home?
The Geriatric Home Visit Group can bring care to housebound patients; if hospitalization is needed, hospital-based care is provided with expedited evaluation by GEMS.
Who can qualify for the Home Visit Group program?
Patients 65 and older who have Medicare or private insurance covering the cost and who are housebound for physical or mental health reasons.
How can I refer someone or get a referral?
Referrals are accepted from psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, inpatient/outpatient psychiatric treatment programs, or other healthcare providers; self-referrals are encouraged. Call 203-384-3377 for referrals.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Facebook: 72% recommend (216 reviews)
- Yelp: 2.1 out of 5 stars (49 reviews)
Patients praise
- Some patients reported feeling well taken care of by nurses and doctors in urgent care/emergency settings
- Instances of diligent and caring support staff mentioned in some reviews
- High performance scores on certain clinical quality measures like hand hygiene by organizations such as The Leapfrog Group
Common complaints
- Allegations of inadequate staffing and lack of on-site physician presence in the ICU (tele-ICU model)
- Reports of communication breakdowns between providers
- Concerns regarding patient safety, monitoring, and timely medical intervention
- Recent high-profile wrongful death lawsuit alleging negligence and substandard care
"I was in last week for a GI/dehydration situation at the ER. I felt I was well taken care of. Nurses and Doctors gave me tests and treated my symptoms."
— Yelp user review"...exposed a culture of inattentiveness and substandard care at Bridgeport Hospital Milford Campus that resulted in the death of Conor James Hylton."
— Lawsuit allegations cited in media reportsSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- The Impact of Emergency Department Geriatric Nurse Practitioners ... — Jul 22, 2025
- Bridgeport Hospital awarded prestigious Magnet designation by ... — Dec 17, 2025
- Pre Surgical Evaluation / Pre Admission Testing - Milford — Nov 4, 2025
- Milford Hospital to explore integration with Bridgeport Hospital — Jun 2, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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