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Shichman, Steven Jon, MD

Title
Physician-in-Chief, Tallwood Urology & Kidney Institute
Gender

Male

Language

English

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).

Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Urology
Areas of Expertise
Adrenal Tumors, Bladder Cancer, Brachytherapy, da Vinci Robotic Surgery, Endourology, Genitourinary Cancer, Genitourinary Surgery, Kidney Cancer, Kidney Stones, Kidney Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Penile Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Robotic Prostatectomy, Robotic Surgery, Testicular Cancer, Urologic Cancer

Hospitals and Organizations

  • West Hartford Surgery Center
  • Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Hartford Hospital
  • Integrated Care Partners

Education

Fellowship
New York Hospital & Cornell Medical Center ‐ Laparoscopy & Minimally Invasive Surgery

Medical School
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Residency
University of Connecticut School of Medicine ‐ General Surgery

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Shichman, was very gracious and kind to answer my questions about surgery and put me more at ease about moving forward with surgery.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman is the best

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Shichman is the best doctor I have ever worked with. His knowledge is second to none. He is caring, he shows great concern, and he listens. I would not have wanted to place the care of my issue in anyone else's hands and would recommend (and have recommended) Dr. Shichman to others.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Shichman is a very caring and highly professional doctor. He takes the time to discuss any concerns or questions you may have as the patient. He's the best!!

5 out of 5 stars

This was a follow-up to go over test results and next steps.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Schickman was very thorough in explaining things. He is most cautious in his treatment.

5 out of 5 stars

One of the best doctors around !

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Shichman is the best.

5 out of 5 stars

Listened and talked very informatively to me.

5 out of 5 stars

Been seeing Dr Shichman for years he takes wonderful care of me

5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful Surgeon. Had a complete understanding of my conditions and relayed them very quickly to me and my family. So reassuring and professional. Would recommend him to EVERYONE!

5 out of 5 stars

As usual, Dr S. Is great.

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor is very professional

5 out of 5 stars

Very detailed and thorough, excellent at explaining

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman was very nice, compassionate and very thorough in explaining every detail related to my medical situation to my wife and myself.

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor was excellent, provided much information, better than in the past

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience. Best doctor visit I have had. Patient, informative, professional

5 out of 5 stars

Could not have been better. See prior comments.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient visit. Staff was attentive and helpful. Facility is bright and welcoming. Dr. Shichman always provides a comprehensive discussion of my important health considerations. He seems to remember everything - even without the computer! I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Shichman, the care and attention that he provides to me. Great visit.

5 out of 5 stars

Amazing doctors and great clinical and support team members. I am grateful.

5 out of 5 stars

He is a great Dr. explains everything in a way I can understand. Very patient and sweet.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman ranks well above most doctors I have seen. He sits down, has good eye contact and gives me his full attention. Actually listens carefully to exactly what I say and takes time to give his input and recommendations.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman is truly an exceptional surgeon, doctor and human being. I have sold surgical devices used in operating rooms for thirty five years, so needless to say I have seen a lot of surgery. He is a cutting edge surgeon with superior surgical skills. I would recommend him to anyone.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman is an exceptional doctor, surgeon and human being. I have sold surgical devices used in operating rooms for thirty five years, so needless to say I have seen a lot of surgery. He is a cutting edge surgeon with superior surgical skills. I would recommend him to anyone. He just operated on me very successfully.

5 out of 5 stars

Beginning with my first visit to surgery and follow up, all within one month, Dr. Shichman was kind, caring, thorough and quickly made me feel at ease and that I was going to be fine. I would highly recommend him and the practice-they are a great team!

5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding care. The best

5 out of 5 stars

Dr, Shichman is the best of the best! He removed my cancerous kidney 25 years ago. I am so thankful for this wonderful, knowledgeable, caring doctor/surgeon.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman and staff were virtuous, helpful and very informative.

5 out of 5 stars

efficient,kind and thorough

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman came highly recommended he took the time to explain my diagnosis, and what needed to happen next, he did not rush me, answered all my questions, as well as my son’s questions. I feel as comfortable as I can going into surgery with Dr Shichman.

Bio

A board-certified urologist, Dr. Shichman specializes in robotic surgery, renal cancer and adrenal disorders. Following his education and work experience as a chemical engineer, Dr. Shichman went on to complete both his medical degree and his General Surgery and Urology residency at the University of Connecticut. Dr. Shichman pursued advanced training at New York Hospital and Cornell Medical Center where he completed his fellowship in Laparoscopy and Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Dr. Shichman is a pioneer in urologic minimally invasive surgery and is recognized internationally as a leader in the field. He is among the country’s most experienced surgeons in laparoscopic adrenalectomy, laparoscopic and robotic partial nephrectomy. As a course director for the American Urological Association postgraduate courses from 1998 to 2013, he taught laparoscopic techniques to over 1,200 urologists from around the world. Dr. Shichman has been recognized as one of Connecticut’s Top Doctors in urology by Connecticut Magazine and Hartford Magazine. Over the past twenty-five years, Dr. Shichman has been instrumental in advancing Hartford HealthCare’s international reputation for innovation in laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgery. Under his leadership, Hartford HealthCare has hosted numerous post-graduate courses in minimally invasive surgery, including national symposiums on robotic urologic surgery. Dr. Shichman is also the Executive Director of Hartford Hospital’s Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation which is recognized as one of the largest and most comprehensive medical simulation training complexes in the United States.

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Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Multiplan, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

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