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Dr. Scott Sanderson, MD

Dr. Scott Sanderson, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Sanderson, MD is a neurosurgeon in Danbury, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities Norwalk Hospital and Danbury Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 94 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (94 reviews)

Practice

67 Sand Pit Rd Ste 208 Danbury, CT 06810
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(203) 853-0003

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sanderson is affiliated with Danbury Hospital Danbury, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Sanderson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sanderson 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. Sanderson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sanderson

4.9

94 ratings, 71 with a written review
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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
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Mar 14, 2025
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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
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Feb 12, 2025
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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
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Jan 08, 2025
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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
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Jan 03, 2025
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Marisela K. – Dec 06, 2024
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J. Rick Cipot – Nov 01, 2024
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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
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Nov 01, 2024
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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
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James Rosari – Oct 14, 2024
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  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Vinny.C – Oct 11, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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Sep 07, 2024
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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What could be improved
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Lisa D. – Aug 06, 2024
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  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Javier S. – Jun 08, 2024
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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
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Jeff Edelstein – May 31, 2024
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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
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May 31, 2024
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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
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MaryLou Addona – May 13, 2024
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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
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Jeff M. – May 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
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Mark Rubinstein – May 11, 2024
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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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May 07, 2024
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
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  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Apr 12, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

I am a surgeon that believes that surgery should be a last resort option. I take the time to explain your condition to you in detail, go over your xrays, MRI's and CT scans with you and review all of the pertinent findings and anatomy. I use models...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Skull Base Surgery

  • 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.

  • New York University Medical Center-tisch Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2005

  • New York Univesity Medical Center-internal Complex Spine Fellowship

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003

  • New York University Grossman School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2000

  • New York University Medical Center-tisch Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2000

  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999

  • Cornell University

    Undergraduate School, 1995

  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Undergraduate School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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  • Spanish

  • see website www.ctbrainandspine.com for videos/education

  • Sanderson SP, Cooper PR. Intramedullary spinal cord astrocytomas. Operative Techniques in Neurosurgery. 6: 15-23, 2003

  • Sanderson SP, Houten JK, Errico T, Forshaw D, Bauman J, Cooper PR. The unique characteristics of upper lumbar disc herniations. Neurosurgery 55(2):385-389

  • Sanderson SP, Houten JK, Frempong-Boadu AK: Far lateral lumbar disc herniation, in Rengarchary, S (Ed.): Neurosurgery, 3rd Edition. McGraw-Hill.

  • Kaines S, Daines K, Cipp L, Gatley J, Hitzemann B, Rasmussen E, Sanderson S, Silverman M, Hitzemann R. Mapping the genes for haloperidol-induced catalepsy. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 277:1016-25, 1996

  • Houten JK, Sanderson SP, Cooper PR. Spontaneous regression of symptomatic lumbar synovial cysts: Report of three cases. J Neurosurg 99(2 Suppl) 235-8, 2003

  • Sanderson SP, Houten JK. Fracture through the C2 sychondrosis in a young child. Pediatr Neurosurg. 36: 277-8, 2002

Dr. Sanderson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

  • Norwalk Hospital: Physician Assistant Teacher of the Year: Malcom, 2010

  • McGraw-Hill Award for Academic Achievementv, 1999

  • Patient Choice Award for Most Compassionate Doctor, 2009, 2010

  • Department of Neurological Surgery Academic Achievement Award., 1999

  • Connecticut Magazine Selection as Top Doctor in Connecticut, 2011

  • Lange Medical Publication Award, 1999

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Locations

Practice

Office67 Sand Pit Rd Ste 208 Danbury, CT 06810
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Connecticut Family Orthopedics PC33 Hospital Ave Danbury, CT 06810
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Practice

Neurosurgical Associates of Southwestern Connecticut PC148 East Ave Ste 3D Norwalk, CT 06851
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Danbury Hospital

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

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence 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.

    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

  • Norwalk Hospital

    34 Maple St
    Norwalk, CT 06850
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% 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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