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Dr. Carl Nissen, MD

Dr. Carl Nissen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Carl Nissen, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Hartford, CT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Hartford Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

31 Seymour St Ste 204 Hartford, CT 06106
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(860) 421-3233

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nissen is affiliated with Hartford Hospital Hartford, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nissen specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. • 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 Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Nissen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nissen

4.9

15 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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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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Daniel K. Zytka – Oct 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tricia Stapleton – Aug 26, 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
10 people found this helpful
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Abby in Buffalo, NY – Mar 24, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nissen is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon with a certificate of added qualification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Nissen completed his undergraduate training at Princeton University and attended medical school at the University...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • University Of Connecticut School Of Med

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Prism Sports Medicine LLC31 Seymour St Ste 204 Hartford, CT 06106
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Practice

Hanger Prosthetics & Orthotics Inc.399 Farmington Ave Farmington, CT 06032
2

Practice

Glastonbury Surgery Center195 Eastern Blvd Glastonbury, CT 06033
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hartford Hospital

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

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    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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