Kathleen A. LaVorgna, MD

Description

Dr. LaVorgna is both a practicing physician and the chair of surgery at Norwalk Hospital. She is a board-certified general surgeon with special expertise in surgical emergencies, trauma and breast disease. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Connecticut representative to the American Medical Association and an active member of the Connecticut State Medical Society—all organizations that champion the rights of all patients to receive excellent care. Dr. LaVorgna believes that surgical care involves treating the entire person, not just the “part” that is damaged or diseased. She feels that the doctor/patient relationship is key, partnering with her patients to carefully explain their conditions, respecting their wishes and guiding them through the process of recovery to wellness.