The 20 Best Acute Pain Doctors Near Me in Hartford, CT

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The 20 Best Acute Pain Doctors near Hartford, CT

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 53 doctor with experience in Acute Pain near Hartford, CT. Of these, 48 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Richard Zhu
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    Woodland Anesthesiology Associates PC

    114 Woodland St, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Zhu is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Zhu has been practicing medicine for over 13 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Acute Pain, Giant Axonal Neuropathy, and Wallerian Degeneration. Dr. Zhu is currently accepting new patients.

    Jeffrey Hyams
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain

    Connecticut Children's Medical Center

    282 Washington St, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Hyams is a Pediatrics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Hyams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Assoc Of Hartford

    31 Seymour St, Ste 100, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Shekhman is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Shekhman has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Shekhman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Gwendolyn M. Moraski
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    Woodland Anesthesiology Associates PC

    114 Woodland St, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gwendolyn Moraski is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Moraski has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Acute Pain, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Moraski is currently accepting new patients.

    Qassem Kishawi
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    Woodland Anesthesiology Associates PC

    114 Woodland St, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Qassem Kishawi is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Kishawi has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Periodontitis. Dr. Kishawi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Advanced in Acute Pain

    Orthopedic Associates Of Hartford-Hartford

    31 Seymour St Ste 100, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Durgesh Nagarkatti is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Nagarkatti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Associates Of Hartford-Hartford

    31 Seymour St Ste 100, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Witmer is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Witmer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Matthew J. Grosso
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Advanced Orthopedics New England PC

    35 Jolley Dr, Ste 301, 
    Bloomfield, CT 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Grosso is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Dr. Grosso has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Grosso is currently accepting new patients.

    Brett L. Wasserlauf
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Advanced Orthopedics New England PC

    35 Jolley Dr, Ste 301, 
    Bloomfield, CT 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brett Wasserlauf is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Dr. Wasserlauf has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, and Tendinitis. Dr. Wasserlauf is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain

    Office

    85 Seymour St Ste 609, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bridget Walker is a Physiatrist in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Walker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Alien Hand Syndrome, Apraxia, and Dysarthria.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    80 Seymour St Ste 502, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mandeep Kumar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Low Potassium Level, Hip Replacement, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    85 Seymour St, Suite 607, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Courtland Lewis is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Pediatrics | Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Pediatrics | Palliative Medicine

    Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center-Hartford-100 Retreat Avenue

    100 Retreat Ave, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Zempsky is a Pediatrics specialist and a Palliative Medicine provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Zempsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Chronic Pain, Neurofibromatosis, and Acute Pain.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain

    Orthopedic Assoc Of Hartford

    31 Seymour St, Ste 100, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Burns is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Burns has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Burns is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Assoc Of Hartford

    31 Seymour St, Ste 100, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cameron Kia is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Kia has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Assoc Of Hartford

    31 Seymour St, Ste 100, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hanbing Zhou is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Zhou has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Zhou is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain

    Orthopedic Assoc Of Hartford

    31 Seymour St, Ste 100, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Miranda is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Miranda has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Miranda is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    Woodland Anesthesiology Associates PC

    114 Woodland St, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frank Setter is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Setter has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Spinal Stenosis, and Painful Swallowing. Dr. Setter is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    Vituity Hospitalist Service - Saint Francis Hospital And Medical Center

    114 Woodland St, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rachna Kapoor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Hospital Medicine in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Kapoor has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Cerebral Hypoxia, Sepsis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Kapoor is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Associates Of Hartford-Hartford

    31 Seymour St Ste 100, 
    Hartford, CT 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Heeren Makanji is an Orthopedics provider in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Makanji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Acute Pain?

    Acute pain is defined as pain that occurs suddenly, is usually sharp, and lasts no longer than six months. Acute pain may be mild, moderate, or severe. Acute pain usually means that there is an underlying cause that needs to be evaluated. Acute pain goes away when the underlying cause has resolved. Some causes of acute pain include cuts and burns, dental work, muscle strains, inflammation, tissue damage, diseases, fractured bones, surgery, and labor and childbirth.

    When should I see an Acute Pain doctor near Hartford, CT?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Acute Pain doctor near Hartford, CT?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Acute Pain doctors near Hartford, CT?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Acute Pain doctors near Hartford, CT?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Acute Pain doctor near Hartford, CT?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Pain doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Pain doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acute Pain doctor near Hartford, CT?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Acute Pain doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acute Pain doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Acute Pain doctors near Hartford, CT?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Pain doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Acute Pain doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Pain doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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