Welcome to the Consumer Health LibGuide of Greenwich Hospital!
Hello! My name is Veronica and I am the Consumer Health Librarian at the Greenwich Hospital Medical Library.
If you have a health-related question, literature request or want to recommend a resource to add to this guide:
- Email: veronica.bilenkin@greenwichhospital.org
- Phone: 203-863-3286
-Submit a Consumer Health Request Form (link below)
The Consumer Health Librarian is now offering video reference services!
Discuss your health concerns & learn where to find reliable health information online from the comfort of your own home!
Email veronica.bilenkin@greenwichhospital.org to schedule a Zoom meeting
Call Center Hours: Monday - Friday 7am to 7pm
For the community
For healthcare professionals
The Consumer Health Librarian invites patients, caregivers, and community members to participate in a variety of health literacy programs!
Upcoming ZOOM Programs:
Family Resources for Nutrition and Exercise
Thursday, March 11 l 6 - 7 pm
Zoom video
Speakers: Veronica Bilenkin, consumer health librarian; Sarah Griffin, RD, registered dietitian, pediatric nutrition specialist
As childhood obesity continues to rise, incorporating healthy eating into a child's diet can be a challenge. Explore reliable online resources that offer child-friendly recipes, as well as information about healthy eating habits at home. Bring your questions. To register and receive a Zoom link, call 888-305-9253 or visit greenwichhospital.org/events. Free.
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Where to Find: Kidney Disease Resources
Thursday, March 18 l 6 -7 pm
Zoom video
Speaker: Veronica Bilenkin, consumer health librarian
Learn about reliable online resources for finding information, nutrition management and treatment options for kidney disease. Adults who are living with kidney disease, those recently diagnosed, or who have been recommended for kidney transplantation are encouraged to attend. To register and receive a Zoom link, call 888-305-9253 or visit greenwichhospital.org/events. Free.
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Mobile Phone Apps for Patients
Thursday, March 25 l 6 - 7 pm
Zoom video
Speaker: Veronica Bilenkin, consumer health librarian
Patients are often expected to remember an overwhelming amount of health information. Get recommendations for apps and websites that allow you to schedule appointments, receive test results faster, access medical history, identify your medications, generate questions to ask your doctor and more. To register and receive a Zoom link, call 888-305-9253 or visit greenwichhospital.org/events. Free.
The Community Health Resource Section, staffed by a consumer health librarian, is dedicated to meeting the information needs of Greenwich Hospital patients, their families/caregivers, and the community at large.
Our mission: | To encourage and enable people to make informed decisions about their healthcare. |
Please note: | Information found in these guides is for educational purposes only. Always ask your doctor for any medical advice. |
Phone: | 203-863-3284 |
Hours: | Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4 pm |
Location: |
Greenwich Hospital Medical Library 5 Perryridge Road Watson Pavilion, 1st Floor Greenwich, CT 06830 Get driving directions |
As of Tuesday, November 24th, there will be no visitation to hospitalized patients at Greenwich Hospital
(see exceptions at GH visitor policy)
The Greenwich Hospital Medical Library is Open!
For your safety, please adhere to the following temporary library policies
(updates will be posted in accordance to CT State health guidelines):
All patients and visitors must wear face masks and
practice social distancing in the library.
Visitors and patients may access the library ONLY for appointments with the Consumer Health Librarian
(please schedule ahead of time by Email or Phone).
Visitors DO NOT have access to fax, copier or computers.
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The following health magazines are available to read when you visit the library.
We are excited to offer free online access (when using a hospital computer) to the following popular health and wellness magazines:
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If you are using a public computer in the library, please see a librarian for the username and password and log in here to read them.
If you are using a network computer anywhere in the hospital, click here to read them.
What's on this website?
Here you will find lots of links to reliable information online about a variety of health issues. Find out more about:
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