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Why Vaccines Are Safe, Effective and Essential at Every Age

January 16, 2026

At Starling Physicians, we strongly support the use of vaccines as one of the safest and most effective ways to protect individuals, families and communities from serious disease. Our pediatricians…

Teen Vaping and Nicotine Pouches – Myth vs. Fact Guide for Parents.

October 30, 2025

From sleek vape pens to discreet nicotine pouches, nicotine use has taken on new forms — and it’s raising new concerns, especially among parents. While cigarette smoking has declined among…

Signs of Cervical Cancer: What to Watch for and When to See Your Doctor

June 3, 2025

Cervical cancer doesn’t always come with clear warning signs. Many women don’t realize anything’s wrong until the disease has already advanced, which is why recognizing early symptoms can make all…

Starling Physicians Celebrates 30 Top Doctors from Connecticut Magazine

May 22, 2025

Rocky Hill, Conn., May 22, 2025 – Thirty doctors from Starling Physicians have been named Top Doctors by Connecticut Magazine in 2025. Being named to this list is a testament…

4 Important Reasons to See a Primary Care Provider

April 27, 2022

Many people unfortunately wait until they’re sick to find a doctor. Delaying preventative care or avoiding the doctor’s office may set you up for some unexpected health complications in the…

Don’t Let Your Diabetes Take Over! TAKE CHARGE of Your Health by Working with Your Primary Care Provider

April 26, 2022

If you are diagnosed with diabetes, don’t let it discourage you from living a happy and healthy life. Learning how to take care of your diabetes starts the minute you…

Dr. Maryanna Polukhin Selected for National Female Physician Leadership Council

April 18, 2022

Dr. Maryanna Polukhin, an internal medicine physician at Starling Physicians, has been appointed to the agilon health Female Physician Leadership Council, an organization of women who are “breaking the glass…

New Clinical Trial: Stand tall with SHIELD – a blood test to improve lung cancer screening

April 13, 2022

Cancer screening is an effective way to detect cancer early when it can most easily be treated. Unfortunately, many people today are not being screened in line with recommendations. Guardant…

Meet Our Avon Primary Care Team

March 1, 2022

Our exceptional team of primary care providers in Avon provides comprehensive primary care which includes: Annual physical exams, routine screenings, and healthy lifestyle promotion Treatment of illness including sinus infections,…

Starling’s Registered Dietitian Gets You On the Right Track with Healthy Eating

February 15, 2022

Starling is pleased to have our own registered dietitian, Elisa Marley, RD CD. Elisa works with patients to help with a wide range of medical conditions and lifestyle issues. In…

Congratulations to Dr. Maryanna Polukhin: Leading the Way for Women In Healthcare

February 4, 2022

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Polukhin has been named as a founding member of agilon health’s Female Physician Leadership Council.  This Council is focused on developing female primary…

We now make it even easier to find a Primary Care Provider (PCP) in a town near you

January 12, 2022

4 easy ways to find an available PCP in a town near you: Call (860) 721-5742 Visit www.starlingphysicians.com/findpcp Request an appointment on our findpcp webpage Scan the bar code below

When You Need Eye Care – Experience Matters!

November 1, 2021

Dr. Fitzpatrick  has over three decades of experience as an ophthalmologist and retina specialist. Areas of expertise include: macular degeneration diabetic retinopathy retinal occlusions and detachments, any other diseases or…

Get Educational Medicare Resources & Expert Advice!

October 6, 2021

Starling Physicians is hosting a virtual, online event to help you understand your Medicare plan options. Get FREE advice from insurance experts and learn about Starling’s Starling Senior Care Advantage…

Covid Live Updates: C.D.C. Firmly Urges Vaccinations During Pregnancy, Citing New Data

August 11, 2021

Federal health officials on Wednesday bolstered their recommendation that pregnant people be vaccinated against Covid-19, pointing to new safety data that found no increased risk of miscarriage among those were immunized during…

Breathe Easy with Starling Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine

June 16, 2021

We are proud to have some of the leading experts in pulmonary care and sleep medicine. Our board-certified pulmonologists offer a wide range of services which include: pre-operative lung evaluations…

Maria Turturici, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, Internal Medicine, New Britain

June 12, 2021

Maria graduated from Western Connecticut State University in 2010, earning her bachelor of science degree in Nursing. Her goal was to eventually return and complete her graduate degree. She practiced…

Can’t lose weight even though you have dieted, eat right, and exercise?

April 23, 2021

Dr. Oosman Tariq is a primary care doctor at Starling Physicians. He frequently gets the question above from patients who are frustrated about weight gain. Below he shares his advice…

Offering the Newest Advancements in Orthopaedic Diagnostics

January 18, 2021

Orthpaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, Dr. Christopher Betz, discusses the newest diagnostic tool that can be used in the office and provides many benefits over traditional MRIs.

Help is available for pediatric injuries to the hand, wrist or elbow

December 16, 2020

Starling is proud to have Dr. Andrew Nelson, a leading orthopedic hand surgeon on our team. He has extensive experience in pediatric elbow, forearm, wrist and hand injuries, fractures, and…

Don’t Wait Until You Are Sick to Find a Great Primary Care Doctor!

November 23, 2020

Dr. Oosman Tariq has recently joined Starling’s Plainville primary care practice. He provides comprehensive care including: Annual physical exams, routine screenings, and healthy lifestyle promotion Treatment of illness including sinus…

November is Diabetes Awareness Month

November 6, 2020

34.2 million Americans—just over 1 in 10—have diabetes. Diabetes affects many major organs, including the heart, blood vessels, nerves, eyes, feet, and kidneys.  As a multispecialty provider, Starling is proud to have specialists…

Cook Up a Healthier Lifestyle!

September 25, 2020

  Home Cooked Meals Can be Better for Your Health! You can… Choose healthy ingredients Maximize vegetables Minimize processed foods and excessive fats Control portion size  Maintain hygiene and food safety  …

Leading the Way for Infusion Delivery in an Outpatient Setting

July 30, 2020

The Staring Infusion Centers are state-of-the-art outpatient facilities that provide a safe, convenient, and affordable solution for patients to receive intravenous therapies and injections under the supervision of our professional…

New Hartford Internal Medicine Location Opening in Hartford on July 13

June 18, 2020

We are pleased to announce our newest location: 580 Farmington Avenue. The following providers will see patients there on select days of the week starting in July. Dr. Maryanna Polukhin…

You, or someone you know, could be a winner of the Central Connecticut 60 Strong contest!

June 15, 2020

Starling Physicians is proud to announce the introduction of Starling Senior Care Advantage, a program based on Starling’s vision to provide seamless and greater coordination of care for their senior…

Learn About Starling’s Comprehensive Spine Center

June 3, 2020

At Starling, we have brought together the leading specialists in spine care including an interventional pain management specialist, an orthopaedic spine surgeon, and a physiatrist. Our team works together to…

If you are a Medicare/Medicare Advantage patient, have you scheduled your Annual Wellness Visit this year?

June 3, 2020

Starling Physicians is committed to ensuring our patients get the very best of care and don’t miss any critical visits during this time of social distancing.  We can conduct your…

Recognized for Our Value to the Vernon Community

February 7, 2020

Our Vernon Pediatrics practice was honored to be a surprise recipient of a complimentary lunch. D’Angelos is recognizing local organizations that make a difference in the community and work tirelessly…

What’s Included in an Annual Wellness Visit for Medicare Patients

December 18, 2019

The Annual Wellness Visit is a once yearly appointment with your Primary Care Provider to discuss and create a personalized prevention plan. Medicare covers the cost of this visit.   Topics…

Join Us for a Free Education Event: Aging and Your Eyes

December 16, 2019

Join ophthalmologist, Dr. Martin Seremet, for a free information session to discuss: Eye care & common eye condition Cataract surgery Glaucoma Your questions and concerns WHEN: Wednesday, January 15 6:30pm-8:00pm…

Debilitating back pain does not need to ruin your life!

November 21, 2019

At Starling, we have brought together some of the leading specialists in spine care including an interventional pain management specialist, an orthopaedic spine surgeon, and a physiatrist. Our team works…

We will soon be sending electronic appointment reminders!

November 15, 2019

Starting in mid-December, many of our departments will be sending text or e-mail alerts about upcoming appointments instead making phone calls. A few departments will continue to rely on phone…

Starling Dialysis Access Surgeons Leading the Way with New Advancements in Care

October 23, 2019

Dr. Anne Lally and Dr. Matthew Brown are leading surgeons who ensure healthy vascular access to facilitate the highest level of dialysis access care. They are now utilizing the WavelinQ…

Medicare Advantage: Healthcare the Works to Your Advantage

October 14, 2019

Medicare Advantage is a program that provides expanded benefits for Medicare-eligible members. Advanced tracking of your preventive care to help you stay healthy Improved oversight of quality measures so we…

Our dietitian will start seeing patients in Enfield: October 24th

October 8, 2019

Elisa Marley is our registered dietitian. She provides our oncology patients with personalized nutritional counseling and education. This includes: Assisting patients with the management of mouth sores, nausea, hydration, constipation,…

Taking a comprehensive approach to breast health

October 8, 2019

At Starling Physicians, we have a dedicated team focused on breast health. This team includes oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, occupational therapists, social worker, and dietitian. Together, we provide medical and surgical…

Starling Breast Health: Medical & Surgical Treatment for Breast Cancer & Benign Conditions

September 23, 2019

We are proud to provider comprehensive evaluation, care, and management for patients recently diagnosed with breast cancer or benign conditions. We place a strong emphasis on quality, timeliness, patient education,…

You Don’t Have to Suffer with Vein Disease

September 18, 2019

Vein disease affect more than 10% of the population. Drs. Mathur and Napoletano discuss symptoms and the newest in-office treatment options that can provide dramatic relief. Visit www.starlingphysicians.com/veincare for details and upcoming…

Starling’s Integrative Medicine Center Offers Medical Hypnotherapy

August 26, 2019

Our Integrative Medicine Center in Newington offers medical hypnotherapy sessions to help individuals manage and cope with: Anxiety and stress Phobias Procedure preparation Pain management Chronic medical conditions Smoking cessation…

Starting this August, Starling Radiology Will Offer Calcium Scoring, the Most Advanced Screening Method to Determine Risk of Heart Disease with Coronary CT Scan

July 16, 2019

The coronary arteries are the vessels that supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart. Plaque – made of fat, calcium, and other substances – can build up and narrow or close…

Cancer Prevention in the Asian Community

July 3, 2019

Starling Oncologist, Dr. Madhavi Gorusu, delivered an interesting presentation on cancer prevention in the Asian community. She highlights some of the nationwide declining cancer death rates which are in part…

Wishing Dr. Hussain a Happy Retirement

April 24, 2019

Internist, Dr. Shahnaz Hussain, will be retiring from medical practice effective May 30, 2019. We encourage patients to see another exceptional provider within our internal medicine practice. Patients who do…

Don’t Let Incontinence Ruin Your Quality of Life

April 15, 2019

Incontinence, or loss of bladder control, is very common. The good news is there are many treatment options available. Urologist Dr. Archer-Goode and her team provide comprehensive work-ups for incontinence…

Get A Leg Up for Summer: Help Is Available for Troublesome Veins

April 5, 2019

Starling is proud to introduce Dr. Shishir Mathur, a Board Certified Interventional Cardiologist who offers minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins. He shares some of the most common vein conditions…

A Fond Farewell to Dr. Erika Cappelluti

March 28, 2019

Dr. Erika Cappelluti will be leaving the Department of Pulmonary as of March 29, 2019.  She will be moving from Connecticut to Arizona. We appreciate Dr. Cappelluti’s 15 years of outstanding patient care with Connecticut…

Opening This April in Wethersfield: Starling’s New Congestive Heart Failure Clinic

March 19, 2019

Heart failure means your heart is not pumping blood as well as it should be. Heart failure is responsible for one of the highest rates of hospitalization in the United…

Spring into Action to Save a Life Starling’s 1st Annual Blood Drive & Bone Marrow Drive

March 15, 2019

Give Blood at Our Upcoming Blood Drive: Connecticut is facing the worst blood supply shortage in years! Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims,…

Interview with Our New Cardiologist: Dr. Shishir Mathur

January 31, 2019

We are thrilled to have Dr. Mathur join Starling Physicians where he will specialize in interventional cardiology, as well as see non-invasive patients. Dr. Mathur has been a physician for…

Looking for Hot New Recipes for Cold Winter Months?

January 30, 2019

Starling dietitian, Elisa Marley, provides some easy to make meals that have good nutritional value. Elisa is available for consultations. Call (860) 246-6647, ext. 2038           Click…

What Is a Family Medicine Doctor?

January 3, 2019

Family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive healthcare for people of all ages. A family medicine provider is a primary care physician, but the biggest difference is that internal medicine doctors…

A Good Night’s Sleep Can Improve Your Health!

January 3, 2019

Nearly 40 million people have sleep problems. Left untreated, sleep disorders can lead to increased health risks, including heart-related issues, fatigue-related accidents, slower metabolism leading to weight gain, increased insulin…

Need to relax after the holidays? We can help!

December 7, 2018

We are now offering the “Muse”  meditation neurofeedback system in our Newington office. Muse is a research-grade device that passively senses your brain activity and translates it into the guiding…

Starling Adds Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation to Our Growing List of Specialties

November 13, 2018

Physiatry,  also called physical medicine and rehabilitation, is a branch of medicine that aims to enhance and restore  functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments, pain,…

Important News for Medicare Participants

October 15, 2018

Starling Physicians is proud to participate in many Medicare Advantage plans, in addition to traditional Medicare. Our providers will participate in the following Medicare Advantage plans as of January 1, 2019:…