
	The William W. Backus Hospital has provided quality healthcare to the residents of eastern Connecticut since 1893.
	
	Backus Health System includes a not-for-profit, 213-bed hospital in Norwich and numerous off-site locations, including several health centers, Backus Home Health Care and the Backus Outpatient Care Center, also in Norwich.
	
	Backus is accredited as a comprehensive community hospital cancer program, and for 15 years, the Backus Cancer Canter has offered the best in cancer care close to home for patients.
	
	The Backus Medical Staff includes approximately 300 expert physicians offering a wide range of healthcare services.
	
	Backus offers the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and is the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services, in partnership with Hartford Hospital.
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