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Dr. Kirstin Pilchard, MD

Dr. Kirstin Pilchard, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Kirstin Pilchard, MD is a general surgeon in New Milford, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1995. She is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

21 Elm St New Milford, CT 06776

Make an Appointment

(860) 210-5002

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pilchard is affiliated with Danbury Hospital Danbury, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Pilchard specializes in the areas of General Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Pilchard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pilchard

4.1

23 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
78%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
22%
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Linda Schneider – Jan 20, 2023
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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
Helpful
Jeffrey T Mandel – Aug 27, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dec 24, 2020
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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
Helpful
Jack Dolan – Jun 28, 2020
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 23, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 07, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Val in Oakville, CT – Feb 25, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 21, 2018
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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
Bethel, CT – Sep 29, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
marc rogg in NEW MILFORD – Apr 09, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Danbury, CT – Sep 27, 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Scott L. in Danbury, CT – Feb 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kirstin Pilchard, MD is a general surgeon in New Milford, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1995. She is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • General 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.

  • University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2002

  • University Conn School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995

  • Colgate University

    Undergraduate School, 1988
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

New Milford Hospital21 Elm St New Milford, CT 06776
1

Practice

Nuvance Health Rheumatology-Southbury22 Old Waterbury Rd Southbury, CT 06488
2

Practice

Danbury Hospital24 Hospital Ave Danbury, CT 06810
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Danbury Hospital

    24 Hospital Ave
    Danbury, CT 06810
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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