Griffin Hospital opens occupational medicine center in Shelton

SHELTON - Griffin Hospital held an official grand opening celebration Wednesday for its Occupational Medicine center. 
The facility opened Aug. 1 in a space directly below the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce offices at 10 Progress Drive. 

The rehabilitation area features a variety of exercise equipment. 

Physical therapist Sharon Oakley works with a woman on a treadmill. 

Myra Odenwaelder, Director of Rehabilitation Services, told attendees gathered in the waiting room the department "has increased space, staff, and equipment." She said new on-site X-ray equipment makes their work more efficient. "It's very convenient for Shelton employers to send employees our way." 

Pictured with her from left are Griffin Hospital President and CEO Patrick Charmel, Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce President William Purcell, and Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti. Charmel thanked Purcell for assisting him in finding the space to relocate the center from its original Shelton site.

Violinist Kate O'Brien of Orange entertains during the celebration.

William Purcell welcomed the Chamber's new neighbors with a pumpkin pie.