Dr. Kenneth Joseph Paonessa, MD

Dr. Kenneth Paonessa is an orthopedic surgeon and diagnostic radiologist with 42 years of experience helping patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at Bellevue Hospital Center. His dual specialization allows him to both diagnose conditions through advanced imaging and perform surgical interventions when needed. Dr. Paonessa speaks both English and Spanish to better serve his diverse patient community.

Dr. Paonessa practices at multiple locations throughout Connecticut, including Lawrence And Memorial Hospital and The William W Backus Hospital. He focuses on treating conditions such as lumbar spinal stenosis and other forms of spinal stenosis that can cause pain and mobility issues. His approach often includes non-surgical options like physical therapy and strength training, as well as comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation programs. Patients have given him an average rating of …3.5 on Vitals.