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Dr. Kenneth Paonessa, MD

Dr. Kenneth Paonessa, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth Paonessa, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in North Franklin, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1984. He is affiliated with Backus Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

82 New Park Ave North Franklin, CT 06254
Telehealth available

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Dr. Paonessa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Paonessa

4.2
21 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Awesome
I have seeing him for years now about an ongoing back and neck issue. He takes a good amount of time to talk with you and assess your issues. I have never been rushed by him. I think a lot of people complain about the wait time for him, but I'll wait my turn. I wouldn't want a rushed 10 minute visit and I'm sure I will never have one with him. He definitely knows what he's doing.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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DMD – Apr 07, 2022
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The kindest most caring orthopedic surgeon you will ever meet.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 11, 2019
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Excellent Dr.Muy agradecida del trato respeto,esmero,dedication su comprencion y paciencia Para explicar y lograr calmarme como un medico con su paciencia aun en recuperation me siento espectacular GRACIAS MIL POR su Buena labor Por mi experiencia el mejor.Tomarse el tiempo de comunicarse con mi hija hasta q todo quedara comprendido GRACIAS Gracias..
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Grendaliz Ruperto in New London, CT – Nov 01, 2017
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Told me 97% pain free after surgery. Lied made it much worse instead
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Norwich, CT – Sep 10, 2017
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Very good doctor that doesn't beat around the bush. I had a discectomy done on a herniated disc (L5-S1) that needed surgery and went to Dr. Paonessa for a second opinion. From the start I knew he was the doctor I trusted most with the surgery based off what I had heard from others and reviews. I had the surgery done in May 2015 and it is now March 2016 I feel like a new person. This is the man you want to see!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
26 others found this helpful
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Fred in New London, CT – Mar 03, 2016
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Dr. Kenneth Paonessa, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in North Franklin, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1984. He is affiliated with Backus Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Bellevue Hospital Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • St Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office82 New Park Ave North Franklin, CT 06254
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Norwich Orthopedic Group PC11 Industrial Park Rd Niantic, CT 06357
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Practice

The William W Backus Hospital326 Washington St Norwich, CT 06360
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 6:30am - 2:30pm
    • Tue: 6:00am - 2:00pm
    • Wed: 6:00am - 2:00pm
    • Thu: 6:00am - 2:00pm
    • Fri: 6:00am - 2:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Backus Hospital

    326 Washington St
    Norwich, CT 06360
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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