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Waterbury Hospital Attains National Accreditation for Excellence in Rectal Cancer Treatment

From Dr. Joseph Ravalese, III, Radiation Oncologist and Medical Director, HLRCC:

Dr. John Zhang of Waterbury Hospital (front row, second
from right) led the team that attained national accreditation
from the American College of Surgeons.

“On behalf of the radiation and medical oncologists from The Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center, I would like to congratulate Waterbury Hospital, Dr. John Zhang, and associates for leading the HLRCC Multidisciplinary GI Program team in achieving Excellence in Rectal Cancer Treatment as evidenced by attaining NAPRC accreditation, which recognizes compliance with comprehensive standards in providing high-quality rectal cancer care.”

“This accreditation ensures that patients in Greater Waterbury will continue to receive the highest quality of care,” said Waterbury Health President and CEO Deborah K. Weymouth.