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Shichman, Steven Jon, MD

Language

English

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Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Urology – Board Certified
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

Medical School
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Residency
University of Connecticut School of Medicine ‐ Urology
University of Connecticut School of Medicine ‐ General Surgery

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

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman is a very skilled very knowledgeable surgeon who is kind, caring, sensitive to patient concerns, listens closely, explains well and extends himself in flow up to facilitate care in patient's best interest. Outstanding professionalism.

5 out of 5 stars

This was my second appointment with Dr.Shichman and I came with a list of questions for him. He was very willing to listen to my questions and took the time to answer all of them to my satisfaction. He went through all my options for my upcoming surgery and we discussed them all with all the risks/benefits so that I was comfortable with the options and I had all the information.

5 out of 5 stars

Willing to listen to me and explain everything that I asked

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Shichman was very thorough when he reviewed scans and about surgery recommended. Very positive which was uplifting. Explain procedure and risks associated with it. Very professional, but very caring and it was genuine.

5 out of 5 stars

Very knowledgeable, explaining everything concerning, makes sure you understand everything before you leave.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Shichman is, in a word, the best

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Shichman ALWAYS takes the time to explain and listen. Even better, he remembers our prior discussions from an earlier visit, and integrates that into our discussions. I always feel that Dr. Shichman is 100% concerned about my well-being.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Shichman has always been top notch.I will always be grateful for his care.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

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

He is the best Very knowledgeable and pleasant. Easy to communicate with He listen to you and explain thing to you

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Doctor! I am learning so much about my health issues. I appreciate 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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Provider Financial Assistance Policy Coverage

Covered by Financial Assistance policy.

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