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Dr. Mark Thimineur, MD

Dr. Mark Thimineur, MD

Anesthesiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Thimineur, MD is an anesthesiologist in Derby, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SYRACUSE in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Yale New Haven Hospital and Griffin Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Practice

130 Division St Derby, CT 06418
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thimineur is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital New Haven, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Thimineur specializes in the area of Anesthesiology. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Thimineur's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thimineur

3.3
41 ratings, 10 with a written review
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THE BEST PAIN SPECIALIST IN NEW ENGLAND
I have been under the care of Dr. Mark Thimineur for my second year, and it has been a pleasure. Previously, I was being treated by a rheumatologist for my chronic pain, but he retired. My conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, back pain, and ongoing severe pain from a knee replacement and a severe fractured femur. I am grateful to have found Dr. Thimineur, who came highly recommended. Unlike many pain specialists who focus on costly experimental interventions, Dr. Thimineur has helped me effectively manage my chronic pain. He is not only exceptionally kind and compassionate but also listens to his patients and diligently seeks the best treatment and medication for each individual. With 35 years of experience, Dr. Thimineur is affiliated with various hospitals.If you are experiencing pain, I highly recommend scheduling an appointment with Dr. Thimineur without delay.
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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Sarah B. – Jul 19, 2024
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Dr Thimineur is wonderful. He cares about his patients. Dr Thimineur will guide you right and take care of you. He can't help who his staff is it's up to the hospital managers. Yes there are some staff that think they are above and beyond. They should find another line of work because they have a bad attitude and just do not care about any person that is in pain. They have no idea what it is like to sit and wait in pain. The staff doesn't rush any paperwork to get things done to get you in for an ESI. One person that works for him should definitely be replaced.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Oct 27, 2022
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I’ve seen Dr Thimneur several times and he has always helped me for my back pain. His practice as strict rules that patients must adhere to, urine tests prior to seeing the doctor. He’s always been attentive and appointments are not rushed. W.S
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Wayne S – Jun 14, 2020
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Will not make an appointment if they don't have a referral from your doctor. Had records from my doctor, would not accept - had to be faxed from doctors office. The records were faxed twice - I can't get anyone to tell me if records were received, do not return calls. Just called again and was disconnected.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 11, 2020
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I have been his patient over 10 years. I am so greatful for him and allhe has been through. Other pain clinics are closing and running. He is pushing through the drama and still caring for us. My meds where cut but I know it's politics and so I don't complain. My family and children are thankful to have had a mom all these years. Without his care I think I would be much, much worse and not mobile. Let's not forget he has a family too. I am so tired of reading negativity. Dr. Thimineur is not and was never the issue.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 12, 2019
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He's a cold arrogant burn-out.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2018
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Dr Thimineur himself is fantastic!! He literally saved my sanity and my life by finally diagnosing me correctly after I had a "procedure happy" dr who only wanted to do unnecessary, expensive interventions that 1) weren't needed 2) made me even worse than before!! It's unfortunate that Dr Thimineur's office has had a ridiculous staff turn over rate lately- AND NOR FOR THE BETER!! He will obviously be blamed when the APRN's have had their schooling (and should know what they're doing!)
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 others found this helpful
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Cubs_momma in North Haven, CT – Apr 28, 2017
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That are not responsive to issues you have with your pain. The keep changing their dr and aprns. they assign you to aprons who are not on your hmo and when you try to get you medication the pharmacist will not fill it. This happened several time and the last time was on thanksgiving eve leaving me without enough meds all weekend because they were not open until Monday. When I called their answering service they wouldn't take a call regarding pain meds. If I were you I'd avoid them like the pleq
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
12 others found this helpful
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Carl in Derby ct – Nov 26, 2016
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Find another pain specialist. The last time I saw him he poked around my back in a half-dozen places before he found a spot he could get the needle in. He couldn't get past a bone spur but kept poking anyway. When I asked questions about the procedure, he was not particularly open with a response. The office staff needs to communicate better; scheduling was a pain in the neck and I was given erroneous information by two different clerks. Looking for a new doctor.
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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
17 others found this helpful
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George in East Haven, CT – Aug 18, 2016
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I have many different types of arthritis from my neck right down to my toes. Besides that herniated discs , nerve damage , neuropathy, RA I need both knees replaced, sciatica and many more aches and pains. Dr. Thimineur and his staff have been helping me deal with all of my chronic pain for about 5 Years. I had searched for someone to help me for several years prior to finding Dr. Thimineur. I usually get all of my health needs takencare of at the VA, but they wouldn'the help me at all.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
11 others found this helpful
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E S in Southington, CT – Apr 29, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Mark Thimineur, MD is an anesthesiologist in Derby, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SYRACUSE in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Anesthesiology

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  • State University Of New York / Health Science Center At Syracuse

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
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Locations

Practice

Griffin Hospital130 Division St Derby, CT 06418
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Office1 Bradley Rd Ste 301 Woodbridge, CT 06525
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Practice

Office546 S Broad St Ste 4D Meriden, CT 06450
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St
    New Haven, CT 06510
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Griffin Hospital

    130 Division St
    Derby, CT 06418
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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