UConn Health Community Network Medical Group: Rheumatology
Rheumatology • Waterbury, CT • Since 1890
About
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.
Clinic Type
Rheumatology
Address
Alliance Medical Group, Waterbury Hospital
Phone
(203) 573-7281
OCRComplaint@hhs.gov
Opening Hours
- Monday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.\n- Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.\n- Saturday: Closed
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Ratings.MD: 4.8 out of 5 (221 ratings)
Patients praise
- Caring and compassionate manner
- Takes time to explain diagnoses and listen to patients
- Knowledgeable and professional approach to treatment
- Patients express high satisfaction with the quality of care
Common complaints
- One instance of a provider appearing unprofessional or rude regarding external noise/children in the waiting area
"Dr. Nicolescu is a wonderful doctor. She is very patient, kind, knowledgeable & understanding."
— Ratings.MD"The doctor complained 3 times about the child and she said “Great, now I have to deal with a kid.” I found this externally rude and didn’t appreciate her comments."
— Ratings.MDSynthesized 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
- Connecticut Launches New Era for Community Hospital Care - UConn Today — Mar 4, 2026
- UConn Health launches community network after hospital acquisition — Mar 2, 2026
- Lamont, UConn Officials Celebrate New Affiliation For Waterbury Hospital | CT News Junkie — Mar 4, 2026
- UConn Health Community Network set to take over at Waterbury Hospital — Feb 24, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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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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