About
Rochelle Collins, DO, FAAFP is a family physician practicing concierge medicine in Bloomfield, Connecticut. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Boston College in 1993. She then earned her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2001. She completed her internship and Family Medicine residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, NY. She served as Chief Resident during her final residency year from 2003 to 2004. Dr. Collins holds board certifications from both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Collins brings a strong record of professional leadership to her practice. She has served as Medical Director of Medi Weight Loss since 2015. She sits on the Physician Advisory Board for CarePartners of Connecticut Insurance and participates in the Integrated Care Partners Quality and Performance Committee at Hartford Healthcare. She also serves as a board member on the Very Well Medical Expert Board. Her clinical passions include chronic disease management, obesity medicine, and women's health. She takes a proactive, relationship-driven approach and works closely with each patient to pursue meaningful wellness goals. Outside the office, she enjoys travel and spending time with family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Boston College, B.A. Communications, 1993
Medical School
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine, 2001
Residency
Family Medicine, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Jamaica, NY, 2002-2004; Chief Resident 2003-2004
Additional Training
Internship: Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Jamaica, NY, 2001-2002
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Collins right for?
Dr. Collins is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who takes a proactive, personalized approach. Patients managing chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, or hypertension benefit from her dual specialty training. Women looking for a physician attentive to their specific health concerns will find her clinical focus relevant. Patients who want same-day access and after-hours reachability will appreciate the MDVIP model she practices under.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Collins focuses on chronic disease management, obesity medicine, and women's health. She holds board certifications in both Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, giving her a strong foundation for managing complex metabolic and chronic conditions. She treats the full range of primary care needs for adult patients in the Greater Hartford area.
Yes. Dr. Collins holds board certifications from the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, designated by the letters FAAFP after her name.
Dr. Collins earned her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed both her internship and Family Medicine residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, NY. She served as Chief Resident during the 2003-2004 academic year.
Dr. Collins takes a proactive, individualized approach. She partners with each patient to identify wellness goals and builds a tailored plan to address their unique health needs. Her smaller practice size allows her to spend meaningful time with patients at every visit.
Yes. Dr. Collins holds board certification from the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She also serves as Medical Director of Medi Weight Loss, a role she has held since 2015. She integrates obesity medicine into her broader primary care practice.
Dr. Collins serves on several advisory and governance boards. She sits on the Physician Advisory Board for CarePartners of Connecticut Insurance and the Integrated Care Partners Quality and Performance Committee at Hartford Healthcare. She also serves as a board member on the Very Well Medical Expert Board.
Dr. Collins holds an affiliation with Hartford Hospital. This means she can coordinate hospital-based care for her patients when needed.
Yes. Women's health is one of Dr. Collins's primary clinical interests. She addresses preventive screenings, hormonal health, and other concerns specific to women as part of her comprehensive primary care approach.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026