{DKH Longest-Serving Employees Spotlight}

In celebration of 125 years of service, Day Kimball Healthcare (DKH) is showcasing many of our longest-serving employees who have dedicated 40 or more years to our organization. Here’s a chance to get a more personal look at the people woven into the history of your community hospital.

This month we recognize Robin Ledogar-Baker, certified cardiographic technician in the cardiology department at Day Kimball Hospital, who began working at DKH in 1979. 

Robin holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental science. She was born in Dayville, CT and now resides in Brooklyn, CT. Read on to learn more about Robin, including what inspired her career choices and more in this spotlight. 

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What sparked your interest in healthcare? At 16 years-old, I took a part time position in the kitchen at Day Kimball, delivering meal trays to patients. This experience gave me some insight into the healthcare field.

What roles have you had at DKH? I started in the kitchen. I worked in the business office. Now I am a certified cardiographic technician in the cardiology department.

What do you like most about your job? I love helping people with their healthcare services and working with a variety of colleagues.

What do you like most about working at DKH? What have you gained? I enjoy the small community environment. The staff at DKH strive to make a difference in patient and family lives instead of just going to work to earn a paycheck. I have gained experience, ongoing education, and comradery with many good people.

What is your proudest moment at DKH? I always feel good when a patient “needs a hug” and when they thank me at the end of their experience in the stress lab.

What is your fondest memory of your time at DKH so far? I have many fond memories. Mostly helping others and listening to patients’ stories. I have learned a lot from meeting different people from all walks of life.

With this being DKH’s 125th anniversary, what do you think makes DKH so special? The employees who are dedicated to serving the community with a caring and positive attitude.

What do you like to do outside of work? I love family vacations. I like spending time at the beach, camping, skiing, and hiking. Being active is very important to me. I am lucky to have the family I have, and my grandkids are a blast.