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Dr. Steven Shichman, MD

Dr. Steven Shichman, MD

Urology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Shichman, MD is a urologist in Avon, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Hartford Hospital and Midstate Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

385 W Main St Avon, CT 06001
Telehealth available

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(860) 947-8500

Dr. Shichman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shichman specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shichman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shichman

4.7

26 ratings, 17 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 05, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joe Gentile – Feb 02, 2024
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Yvette R. – Jan 17, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alan F Hofmann – Dec 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Phil – Aug 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert B. Nathanson, M.D. – Sep 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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John Palmer – Sep 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ron – Aug 27, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alan Abel – Jul 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Connie – Feb 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Chris O – Jan 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Geno in Suffield, CT – Jun 19, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
steve sicklick in west hartford, CT – Nov 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ray Fike in Cheshire, CT – Jun 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bob R in Ellington , CT – May 17, 2018
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Dr. Steven Shichman, MD is a urologist in Avon, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Hartford Hospital and...read more

  • Urology

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  • St Francis Hospital Uconn

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Dr. Shichman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group385 W Main St Avon, CT 06001
    1
    Hartford Healthcare Medical Grp85 Seymour St Ste 416 Hartford, CT 06106
    2
    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group540 Litchfield St Torrington, CT 06790
    3

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group65 Memorial Rd Ste 500 West Hartford, CT 06107
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Midstate Medical Center

      435 Lewis Ave
      Meriden, CT 06451
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Hartford Hospital

      80 Seymour St
      Hartford, CT 06102
      Recipient of 29
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      View all awards

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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