Rheumatology - Waterbury HEALTH
Rheumatology • Waterbury, CT
Clinic Type
Rheumatology
Address
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Phone
(203) 573-7281
OCRComplaint@hhs.gov
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals (Dr. Brian Peck): 3.9 out of 5 (16 ratings, 7 reviews)
- Buoy Health (Dr. Hana Hulinska): 1.6 out of 5 (21 reviews)
Patients praise
- thoroughness in diagnosis
- patient-centered care and listening skills by some providers
- professionalism and expertise
Common complaints
- long wait times
- perceived lack of bedside manner or dismissiveness by some providers
- frustrations with scheduling and office communication
"Dr. Nicolescu is a wonderful doctor. She is very patient, kind, knowledgeable & understanding."
— Ratings.MD"Dr. Peck was arrogant, critical, judgmental and condescending toward me. ... I would not recommend Dr. Peck to anyone seeking competent, professional, compassionate medical attention."
— VitalsSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Waterbury Hospital Joins UConn Health Community Network, Strengthening Care for the Community - UConn Today — Mar 2, 2026
- Dr. Beth A. Valashinas, DO - Rheumatologist in Milford, CT — May 14, 2026
- UConn Health Community Network set to take over at Waterbury Hospital — Feb 24, 2026
- Health needs of poor and aging residents challenge Waterbury hospitals — Apr 18, 2026
- Lamont, UConn Officials Celebrate New Affiliation For Waterbury Hospital | CT News Junkie — Mar 4, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More rheumatology clinics in Waterbury
UConn Health Community Network Medical Group: Rheumatology has a Waterbury location within the UConn Health Waterbury Hospital system. The network focuses on comprehensive, patient-centered care across specialties, including rheumatology, as part of UConn Health’s integrated community network. For scheduling or appointments, contact options are not listed on the provided page, but the Waterbury Hospital site highlights its broader services and affiliation with UConn Health.
Summary: The page is about Saint Francis Hospital, now part of Trinity Health Of New England, a major nonprofit teaching hospital in Hartford, CT. Key facts: - History: Founded 1897; anchor institution in north central Connecticut. Joined Trinity Health Of New England in 2015. - Scope: Licensed for 617 beds; largest Catholic hospital in New England; a major teaching hospital. - Affiliate network: Part of Trinity Health Of New England (a member system of Trinity Health, Livonia, MI). - Leadership highlights: Notable executives include Chief Medical Officer and department/division leaders in surgery and related services. - Alumni destinations: Graduates frequently advance to institutions like UConn Health, Hartford Hospital, Yale New Haven, and Trinity Health Of New England network. Note: The provided content does not include specific information about Mirela Nicolescu, MD, or any direct connection to a “Waterbury” location. If you’re seeking Mirela Nicolescu, MD at Trinity Health Of New England Waterbury, please specify to search for her exact role, department, and contact information.
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