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Dr. David Kvam, MD

Dr. David Kvam, MD

Neurosurgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. David Kvam, MD is a neurosurgeon in Hartford, CT and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hartford Hospital and The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General Campus. He is not accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

100 Retreat Ave Ste 705 Hartford, CT 06106
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kvam is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center Meriden, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kvam specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Kvam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kvam

4.0

23 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
70%
70%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 30, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Suzanne B. – Jul 03, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 08, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debra T in Berlin, CT – Mar 01, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
RICK in Westerly, RI – Dec 01, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Bolton, CT – Sep 10, 2016
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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
Bethel, DE – Aug 25, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Marjorie Kalinoski in New Britain, CT 06053 – Aug 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Kvam, MD is a neurosurgeon in Hartford, CT and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more
  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ny Neur Inst

    Fellowship Hospital
  • St Lukes Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Ny Neur Inst

    Residency Hospital, 1979
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Neurosurgeons of Central Connecticut PC100 Retreat Ave Ste 705 Hartford, CT 06106
1

Practice

Office99 E River Dr East Hartford, CT 06108
2

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
  • Middlesex Hospital

    28 Crescent St
    Middletown, CT 06457
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors 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 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

    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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