Pediatrics in Connecticut

Connecticut Children's

Connecticut Children's is a dedicated health system focused exclusively on children's health. It operates as an independent, non-profit pediatric acute care hospital and provides comprehensive care across more than 30 pediatric specialties at over 40 locations in Connecticut, eastern New York, and western Massachusetts. The main facility, Connecticut Children's Medical Center in Hartford, features a Level 1 pediatric trauma center, a Level 4 neonatal intensive care unit, and a pediatric intensive care unit, serving over 15,000 children in primary care and 60,000 in emergency care annually. Founded in 1996, Connecticut Children's emphasizes family-centered care, research, education, and advocacy. It is nationally ranked in several specialties, including neonatology and cardiology. The hospital collaborates with other facilities to extend its services, ensuring a broad network of care for children from before birth into young adulthood. Amenities are designed to support families, including meal options and resource centers for education and assistance.

Nolaro24, LLC is a leader in biomechanical innovation and orthotic product development for foot and lower extremity conditions. Founded by Roberta Nole, MA, PT, C.Ped, the company specializes in prefabricated and customizable orthotic solutions for podiatrists, physical therapists, and healthcare providers. The QUADRASTEP® Orthotic System is a breakthrough prefabricated orthotic platform customized to individual foot types, offering a clinically superior alternative to traditional custom orthotics. littleSTEPS® Pediatric Orthotics provides evidence-based solutions for children's growing feet, addressing alignment and developmental concerns from an early age. The company also distributes complementary orthotic products including Stride Custom Orthotics and Talarmade orthotics. Nolaro24 combines product innovation with ongoing clinical education and research in foot biomechanics and pedorthics. The company is a GSA contractor, serving both practitioner and patient markets.

CooperSurgical is a global leader in women's health and fertility solutions, headquartered in Trumbull, Connecticut. As a key business unit of The Cooper Companies, Inc., the company develops and distributes innovative medical devices, surgical instruments, and diagnostic tools for reproductive care, obstetrics, gynecology, and general women's health. Founded in 1990, CooperSurgical operates a 214,000-square-foot manufacturing and distribution facility in Connecticut and maintains a presence across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. The company offers over 600 products served through multiple trusted brands, addressing healthcare needs from contraception and fertility through labor and delivery. With manufacturing expertise in molecular diagnostics, embryology systems, advanced hysteroscopy, and minimally invasive surgical technologies, CooperSurgical serves healthcare providers through direct sales, distribution networks, and comprehensive support services including preventative maintenance, product training, and spare parts availability. The company employs over 3,000 people and generates annual revenue exceeding $680 million.

Bio-Med Devices Inc. is a family-owned medical device manufacturer specializing in respiratory care equipment with over 50 years of industry experience. Based in Guilford, Connecticut, the company designs and manufactures critical care and transport ventilators, air-oxygen blenders, oxygen monitoring systems, and ventilator circuit components for neonatal, pediatric, and adult intensive care applications. Their flagship products include the TV-100 ventilator system and the OxyMinder® Pro real-time oxygen and pressure monitoring system, which features retrofit capability to existing equipment, reducing capital replacement costs. Bio-Med Devices serves hospital ICUs, neonatal and pediatric intensive care units, and emergency transport environments. The company is ISO 13485 certified and provides comprehensive support including engineering services, maintenance, and technical assistance. With approximately 75-80 employees and annual revenue around $17.2 million, the company is recognized for precision, safety, and reliability in critical respiratory care delivery.

Soma Technology Inc. is a distributor of new, demo, and refurbished medical equipment from major manufacturers, offering pricing up to 50% below OEM prices while maintaining equivalent service and warranty contracts. The company serves as a preferred vendor for major GPOs (Group Purchasing Organizations) nationwide. Product portfolio spans diagnostic imaging (C-arms, portable X-ray, ultrasound systems), surgical and operating room equipment (surgical tables, lights, microscopes), anesthesia delivery systems (Aestiva machines, vaporizers), sterilization equipment (autoclaves, washers, disinfectors), patient monitoring (EKG machines, patient monitors), ventilators, infusion pumps, defibrillators, neonatal equipment (NICU incubators, infant warmers), and specialty imaging tables. The company offers solutions organized by clinical specialty including operating room, pain management, endoscopy, anesthesia, ICU, cardiology, OB/GYN/NICU, respiratory therapy, MRI equipment, and EMS. Operations include equipment sales, parts distribution, refurbishment services, and equipment logistics support. Company maintains domestic sales coverage across all U.S. regions and provides international sales representation for Caribbean, Central/South America, Spain, Portugal, and other international markets.