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Dr. Debra Burns, DC

Dr. Debra Burns, DC

Chiropractic

Dr. Debra Burns, DC is a chiropractor in Putnam, CT. She is affiliated with Day Kimball Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Advanced Back & Wellness Center, Putnam, CT

21 S Main St Putnam, CT 06260

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Dr. Burns' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Burns

4.0
25 ratings, 18 with a written review
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Dr. Burns is the best!
Doctor Burns runs a really great practice - a very welcoming and comfortable environment matched with a variety of professional and personalized therapies. I would recommend her to anyone needing some relief and not sure where to start, all the way through to seasoned chiro-goers.
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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Nick – Jan 30, 2025
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Highly Recommend!
I came to Dr. Burns with severe and constant back pain. In each visit she worked to alleviate pain, heal the injury, and educate me on how to heal myself and prevent future back trauma.
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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Jan 29, 2025
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Life Changing Care!!!
I have had lower back pain and neck pain for over 20 years. I had been on bed rest in prior years due to how painful it was to even walk or stand. After going to other chiropractors for the past 5 years with no improvement, I stopped seeking treatment and slipped into quiet acceptance that I would be in pain the rest of my life.Over the past several months I began developing sciatica at only 40 years old. I knew I had to take some kind of action if I wanted to enjoy time with my wife and kids in the future, so I made a few calls to various chiropractic offices. Dr. Burns was the only one that was willing to see me THAT... SAME... DAY. She took the time to thoroughly review my history and asked questions to get to a likely diagnosis, and then promptly sent me for x-rays to confirm her suspicions.After only 1 session of adjustment she was able to remove twenty years of pain. I am now seeing her routinely for follow up care and will do so until the day I die. She's incredible!
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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Some Guy – Dec 23, 2024
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Pain free lower back every day!
After seeing another chiropractor for two years with no relief, Dr. Burns fixed my back in 2 months! Pain free and highly active for over a year now! I recommend Dr Burns to all my friends.
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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Happy customer – Sep 11, 2024
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Absolutely recommended
Dr. Burns is amazing! I've been seeing her for 2 years. She's kind, compassionate and very knowledgeable. She always answers calls or texts and has even been available on days off and weekends when I needed sane day care. I can not recommend her enough.
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 other person found this helpful
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Libby Wrobel – Aug 07, 2024
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Years of great care!
I've been seeing Dr. Burns for a number of years. She has always been courteous and professional. As I have continued twisting myself all up over the years and she has always given me sound advice and care with adjustments that provide immediate relief in most cases. Dr. Burns is a great resource to my well being!
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 other person found this helpful
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Shane – Jul 29, 2024
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I've been seeing Dr. Burns for years and she has helped me immensely. She is very thorough and always asks if the last treatment was helpful. If it wasn't as expected she will adjust the treatment to make sure I get the best treatment for my situation
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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Jul 04, 2024
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As a first time chiropractic patient, Dr. Burns made me feel extremely comfortable and at ease. She takes the time to thoroughly explain everything and answer any questions you might have. Scheduling was easy and flexible. She is very personable and kind. I would recommend Dr. Burns to anyone I know who needs chiropractic care.
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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Brittany Landry – May 18, 2024
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Great Chiropractor!
I have seen Dr. Burns in the past and recently resumed treatment. She is thorough, helpful and explains what she is doing and why. She reviewed my x-rays with me and showed me where my issue is. She is kind and patient. I would definitely recommend her!
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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Jane E. Duffany – May 17, 2024
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Horrible ...I'd leave zero stars if I could!
Worst care or should I say non care ever and she tries to give medical diagnosis on existing conditions such as blood pressure...she tells you you are killing yourself by taking medicine for it! She is not trained for that! Don't do it seek help elsewhwere!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Feb 29, 2024
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Dr. Burns has been a tremendous resource for the past 15 years. From maintenance adjustments to acute injury care, she has restored my health many times with the utmost of care and professionalism.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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May 22, 2021
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Dr. Burns is an amazing doctor. I am so thankful I found her. I called the office as an emergency patient in extreme pain and they fit me in that very day! Dr. Burns and her staff are kind and caring. She also offered to see me throughout the weekend to ensure I felt cared for over the weekend, as the injury occurred on a Friday. I continue to be so impressed by the improvement in my back and body. I highly recommend this doctor and office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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May 15, 2021
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I have been seeing Dr. Burns for over two years. Out of desperation, I sought relief for my neck pain because nothing else was working. Within a month, I felt like a new person! She has also helped me with my sciatica, migraines, tendonitis, shoulder pain, and feet. In short, Dr. Burns is my lifeline when it comes to keeping me in working condition and feeling well. I highly recommend her services.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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JoAnne – May 09, 2021
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I’ve been Dr. Burns’ patient for over a month. She has provided exceptional care, insightful information, and applicable instruction for my continued recovery and wellness. With each appointment, I am so pleased (and so thankful!) for the results: I am in less pain, and have more mobility. Because of the therapy, I have a renewed confidence that I will, in time, fully recover and be well. When I contacted Dr. Burns, I was such a mess! My foot pain was crippling! And X-rays had revealed severe problems with my neck and lower back, I assumed I would suffer for the rest of my life. But Dr. Burns rose to the challenge, and I remember the feeling of hope I experienced. I had been in such suffering for years and years, but because of this chiropractic therapy, I feel so much better! I like that she takes the time to explain to me how the body wants to heal itself, and function properly. Then she sheds light on where I am in this journey toward the goal of wellness, and how I will get there.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Wendy – Apr 29, 2021
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Since receiving chiropractic care from Dr. Burns I have overcome so many conditions! I went to her on a recommendation to find relief from chronic neck pain and have overcome a long list of conditions. I was a doubter and had a lot of fear about receiving her care. She acknowledged it and always kept my concerns part of her treatment. She offers insight to the how's and why chiropractic adjustments work, and has been encouraging to pursue other methods of care to continue my goal to good health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Maplewood, NJ – Mar 27, 2017
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I have always had relief from my adjustments with Dr Burns.I have gone to her for years for chronic neck injury and also herniation in my neck.I am finally able to sleep without pain disrupting me during the night.She is honest and right to the point and most of all she knows her patients issues and solves it!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Pomfret Ctr – Mar 25, 2017
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I started going to Dr. Burns more than a year ago after wrenching my back while gardening. She helped me get back to gardening. She also helped me get rid of my plantar fascitis. Dr. Burns really knows her stuff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Woodstock, CT – Mar 23, 2017
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I loved how thorough Dr. Burns is. Her staff is very friendly and extremely helpful. I not only learned why I have back pain, but how to prevent it from coming back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Rebecca in Putnam, CT – May 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Our Team is well trained and completely understands the nature of spinal health disorders and dysfunction.

Our goal is to care for you and your family for an entire lifetime. Yes, lifetime! Most cases of spine dysfunction are, or...
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biography

Established physician with over thirty years of experience in the conservative care of spinal disorders and dysfunction.

Excel at complicated and difficult cases i.e. herniated discs, neuropathy and radicular pain syndromes. read more
  • Chiropractic

  • Chiropractic Sports Medicine

  • Neurology

  • Orthopedic Chiropractic

  • Chiropractic Nutrition

  • Chiropractic Occupational Medicine

  • Chiropractic Spinal Decompression Therapy

  • National University Of Health Sciences / National College Of Chiropractic

    Internship Hospital, 1984
  • Patient Research Center Lombard, Illinios

    Internship Hospital, 1984
  • Patient Research Center Lombard, Ilinios

    Residency Hospital, 1984
  • Southern Connecticut State University

    Undergraduate School, 1977
Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Burns is a patient favorite Chiropractor

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    Locations

    Advanced Back & Wellness Center, Putnam, CT

    Advanced Back & Wellness Center LLC21 S Main St Putnam, CT 06260
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Day Kimball Hospital

      320 Pomfret St
      Putnam, CT 06260

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

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