About
Emily A. Nolfo, MD, FACP brings more than three decades of internal medicine experience to her Guilford practice. She earned her B.A. in Russian Studies at Princeton University, where she was among the first women freshmen admitted, and her M.D. at SUNY-Brooklyn in 1987. Her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at St. Francis Hospital-UConn followed, finishing in 1990.
Dr. Nolfo holds board certification in Internal Medicine, having recertified in 2016. Her peers recognized her with Fellowship in the American College of Physicians, an honor reserved for doctors distinguished in practice, teaching, or research. She serves as Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at both Yale Medical School and the Frank Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, regularly welcoming medical students into her office. She also holds a seat on the Executive Board of the Connecticut State and New Haven County Medical Societies. Her clinical passions include prevention, integrative care, thyroid management, nutrition, and musculoskeletal health. They share two daughters and three grandchildren, and the couple performs together in the rock band Take Two and Call Me in the Morning.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
B.A. in Russian Studies, Princeton University
Medical School
M.D., SUNY-Brooklyn (1987)
Residency
Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine, St. Francis Hospital-UConn (completed 1990)
Additional Training
Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP); Board Certified in Internal Medicine (recertified 2016); Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, Yale Medical School and Frank Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Nolfo right for?
Dr. Nolfo is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term primary care relationship built on prevention. Patients managing thyroid conditions, nutrition concerns, or musculoskeletal issues benefit from her integrative approach. She works well with patients who value thorough annual physicals and personalized health planning. Those seeking same-day access and unhurried visits will find her small-panel model a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Nolfo focuses on internal medicine, preventive care, thyroid management, and musculoskeletal health. She also incorporates nutrition and integrative medicine into her clinical work. Her broad internal medicine background allows her to manage a wide range of adult health conditions.
Yes. Dr. Nolfo holds board certification in Internal Medicine and recertified in 2016. She also earned Fellowship in the American College of Physicians, an honor the organization reserves for physicians distinguished in practice, teaching, or research.
D. at SUNY-Brooklyn in 1987. She completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at St. Francis Hospital-UConn, finishing in 1990. Before medical school, she studied Russian at Princeton University.
Yes. Dr. Nolfo draws on vetted integrative therapies alongside conventional medicine. Her integrative focus includes nutrition, seasonal wellness, and thyroid management. She evaluates each therapy carefully before incorporating it into a patient's care plan.
Yes. Dr. Nolfo serves as Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at both Yale Medical School and the Frank Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University. She regularly welcomes medical students into her Guilford office as part of her teaching role.
Dr. Nolfo sees an average of 8 to 10 patients per day. Keeping her schedule at that level allows her to offer same-day appointments and spend meaningful time with each patient during visits.
Yes. Dr. Nolfo offers home visits by appointment for patients who need or prefer care at home. Patients should contact the office to arrange a home visit.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026