The 20 Best Necrotizing Fasciitis Doctors Near Me in Waterbury, CT

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The 20 Best Necrotizing Fasciitis Doctors near Waterbury, CT

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Necrotizing Fasciitis near Waterbury, CT. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery

    Waterbury Hospital

    64 Robbins St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zhongqiu Zhang is a General Surgeon in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Arjet Gega
    Advanced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine

    Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group - Infectious Disease Waterbury

    133 Scovill St, Ste 201, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arjet Gega is an Infectious Disease specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Gega has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hepatitis C, Ehrlichiosis, Infective Endocarditis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gega is currently accepting new patients.

    John A. Palesty
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group - General Surgery

    133 Scovill St, Ste 303, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Palesty is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Palesty has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Necrosis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Palesty is currently accepting new patients.

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    Carina G. Biggs
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery

    Saint Mary's Hospital - Surgery

    56 Franklin St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Carina Biggs is a General Surgeon in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Biggs has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Biggs is currently accepting new patients.

    Shady H. Macaron
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery

    Trinity Health Of New England - Weight Management Institute

    590 Middlebury Rd, Ste A, 
    Middlebury, CT 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shady Macaron is a General Surgeon in Middlebury, Connecticut. Dr. Macaron has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Macaron is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Infectious Disease

    Saint Mary's Hospital

    56 Franklin St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sailaja Puttagunta is an Infectious Disease provider in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Puttagunta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Cellulitis, and Asymptomatic Bacteriuria.

    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery

    Prospect Ct Medical Foundation Inc

    1625 Straits Tpke, 
    Middlebury, CT 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juan Holguin is a General Surgeon in Middlebury, Connecticut. Dr. Holguin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery

    Prospect Ct Medical Foundation Inc

    1625 Straits Tpke, 
    Middlebury, CT 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Ricketts is a General Surgeon in Middlebury, Connecticut. Dr. Ricketts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Umbilical Hernia.

    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Internal Medicine

    Alliance Medical Group

    300 Wolcott Rd, 
    Wolcott, CT 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Raad is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wolcott, Connecticut. Dr. Raad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    Bristol Hospital Multi Specialty Group, Inc.

    41 Brewster Rd, 
    Bristol, CT 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rainer Bagdasarian is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Bristol, Connecticut. Dr. Bagdasarian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    General Surgery
    10 Main St S, 
    Southbury, CT 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Zdankiewicz is a General Surgeon in Southbury, Connecticut. Dr. Zdankiewicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallstones, Small Bowel Resection, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Infectious Disease

    Midstate Medical Center

    435 Lewis Ave, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Scholand is an Infectious Disease provider in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Scholand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top areas of expertise are Coccidioidomycosis, Sepsis, Infectious Arthritis, and Strep Throat.

    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Necrotizing Fasciitis
    Infectious Disease

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    61 Pomeroy Ave, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Wright is an Infectious Disease provider in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Wright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. Her top areas of expertise are Lymphangitis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Osteomyelitis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Necrotizing Fasciitis?

    Necrotizing fasciitis is a serious infection of the skin, the tissue just beneath the skin (subcutaneous tissue), and the tissue that covers internal organs (fascia). Necrotizing fasciitis can be caused by several different types of bacteria, and the infection can arise suddenly and spread quickly. Early signs include flu-like symptoms and redness and pain around the infection site.

    When should I see a Necrotizing Fasciitis doctor near Waterbury, 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 a Necrotizing Fasciitis doctor near Waterbury, 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 Necrotizing Fasciitis doctors near Waterbury, 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 Necrotizing Fasciitis doctors near Waterbury, 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 a Necrotizing Fasciitis doctor near Waterbury, 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 Necrotizing Fasciitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Necrotizing Fasciitis 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 a Necrotizing Fasciitis doctor near Waterbury, 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 Necrotizing Fasciitis 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 Necrotizing Fasciitis 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 Necrotizing Fasciitis doctors near Waterbury, CT?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Necrotizing Fasciitis 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 a Necrotizing Fasciitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Necrotizing Fasciitis 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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