Professional Role and Affiliations
Dr. Elizabeth L. Case is a board-certified internal medicine physician serving at Middlesex Hospital and holds the position of Medical Director of the Middlesex Health Hospice Program. She has been affiliated with Middlesex Health since March 2014 and assumed the role of Hospice Medical Director in June 2020. Additionally, Dr. Case is a Faculty Member of the Yale University School of Medicine Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship program since June 2020, where she also functions as the Hospice Rotation Director for the Middlesex Health Family Medicine Residency. Her clinical practice is based in Middletown, Connecticut.
Areas of Specialty
Dr. Case specializes in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, providing comprehensive care focused on symptom management, pain control, and relief from the stress of serious illnesses. Her work supports patients and families confronting life-limiting conditions, emphasizing quality of life optimization and end-of-life care. She is actively engaged in directing programs that integrate hospice services and palliative care within Middlesex Health.
Education and Training
- MD, Medicine, The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences (1996–2000)
- Internal Medicine Residency, Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine (2000–2003)
- BFA, Fine Arts, University of Connecticut (1983–1988)
- Completed Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine (ongoing role since 2020)
Career History
- Middlesex Hospital / Middlesex Health
- Hospitalist since March 2014
- Hospice Medical Director since June 2020
- Previous Roles:
- Medical Director of Hospice and Palliative Care, ECHN Visiting Nurse & Health Services of CT (2014–June 2020)
- Hospitalist at ECHN (2011–2014)
- Medical Director, Mercy Hospice (Jan–Aug 2011)
- Hospitalist and Physician roles at Mercy Medical Center/Sisters of Providence (2008–2011)
- Hospitalist, Baystate Medical Center (2003–2008)
- MD Provider, CleanSlate Centers (opioid addiction treatment), Hartford, CT (2010–Nov 2022)
Certifications and Honors
- Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (FAAHPM) since 2019
- Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) since 2018
- Holds the Hospice Medical Director Certification (HMDC)
- Recognized faculty member within academic palliative care training programs
- Rated 5-star by patients (U.S. News Health profile), indicating a strong patient satisfaction record
Contributions and Involvements
- Serves as Hospice Rotation Director for the Middlesex Health Family Medicine Residency program, supervising and educating residents in hospice care practices.
- Faculty role for the Yale Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, demonstrating clinical leadership and education at a prominent academic medical center.
- Frequently involved in palliative care case conferences and specialty panels, exemplifying thought leadership and active clinical engagement.
- Engages with community and hospital programs aimed at improving hospice and palliative care services at Middlesex Health, a healthcare organization recognized for planned giving that sustains and advances hospice services.
Middlesex Health Context
Middlesex Health is committed to delivering advanced patient care, especially focusing on hospice and palliative services, which aligns with Dr. Case’s leadership. The hospital has demonstrated an ongoing dedication to addressing community health needs, including comprehensive programs for serious illness management and end-of-life care. The organization also emphasizes planned giving to solidify future resource allocation for hospice and broader health services.
Contact Information
- Office Locations: Middletown, Connecticut
- Phone: 860-358-5700 / 860-358-5322
- LinkedIn: [Elizabeth Case, MD](http://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-case-md-hmdc-facp-faahpm-b4a513a)
Elizabeth Case’s longstanding clinical experience combined with her leadership roles at Middlesex Health and academic involvement with Yale's fellowship program positions her as a pivotal figure in regional hospice and palliative medicine. Her dual expertise in internal medicine and specialized end-of-life care underpins her ability to influence patient care pathways and educational models within the hospice sector.
