I hope this post finds you well. I am writing to notify you that I am leaving my clinical practice of colon and rectal surgery to pursue interests in healthcare policy and administration. This news will come as no surprise to those of you who have over the years adapted to changes in my office hours and availability to accommodate graduate studies and my position as Assistant Vice President of Medical Affairs at John T. Mather Memorial Hospital. Some have been patient and kind enough to engage me in conversations around the changing healthcare landscape and the important need for visionary and compassionate healthcare leaders.
My staff and I would like to make this transition as simple as possible for you and have posted here a short list of colon and rectal surgeons in your area. Your primary care physician is the most important resource in directing your medical care and you might take my departure as an opportunity to consult with him or her to find the specialist that best serves your needs. You may also contact your medical plan to obtain a list of physicians in the area who are eligible to become your physician. Finally, you may also contact the Suffolk County Medical Society at (631) 851-1400 for a list of physician names and phone numbers.
Once you have selected a new physician, you will need to complete an authorization to release your medical records so that I can forward a copy of your records to your new physician. Unfortunately, your medical records cannot be released without a written authorization from you. Click here for an authorization form for you to complete and return to our medical records office once you have selected a new physician.
Thank you for having chosen me as your physician. On behalf of Joe, Ted, and everyone at North Country Colorectal Surgery, P.C., it has been our pleasure and honor to care for you. I wish you and yours continued health and wellness.
Kindest regards,
Maria A. Basile, M.D.
Maria A. Basile, M.D.
