Dr. Elizabeth Kassapidis, D.O., F.A.C.O.E.P.

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Get to know Emergency Physician Dr. Elizabeth Kassapidis, who serves patients throughout the State of Connecticut. 

Dr. Kassapidis, an osteopathic physician specializing in emergency medicine, is associated with Yale New Haven Health. Namely, she is on staff at Bridgeport Hospital and a valued member of the Department of Emergency Medicine at Greenwich Hospital. 

Showcasing a strong educational foundation, Dr. Kassapidis graduated with her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1994. She then went on to perform her residency in emergency medicine at St Barnabas Hospital, Bronx NY.

Dr. Kassapidis served as an Emergency Medicine Physician in the U.S. Army at Dewitt Army Hospital in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and Fort Campbell, Kentucky, with the prestigious 101st Airborne division. Throughout her military career, she achieved the rank of Army Major, exemplifying her dedication and commitment to her profession.

Subsequent to her training, the doctor attained board certification in emergency medicine through the American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine (AOBEM). The AOBEM is an organization that provides board certification to qualified Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine who specialize in the medical and surgical treatment of acutely ill patients with advanced cardiac life support, trauma, and the management of other life-threatening medical issues (emergency physicians).

On a professional level, Dr. Kassapidis holds the title of Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians (FACOEP) and is an active member of the American Osteopathic Association. 

Emergency medicine, also known as accident and emergency medicine, is the medical specialty concerned with the care of illnesses or injuries requiring immediate medical attention. An emergency physician works in an emergency department to care for acutely ill or injured patients on an unscheduled basis.

Outside of practicing medicine, Dr. Kassapidis enjoys skiing and singing. Her preferred travel destination is Greece.

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