Summary

Dr. Richard Weiss is a board-certified surgeon specializing in surgery with extensive training in pediatric surgery. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at NYU Hospitals Center, followed by specialized pediatric surgery training at Children's Hospital Medical Center. With 44 years of experience in the field, Dr. Weiss holds certification from the American Board of Surgery. He provides care in English.

Dr. Weiss practices at Connecticut Children's Medical Center and maintains affiliations with Waterbury Hospital, serving patients across Hartford, Danbury, Westport, and Farmington, Connecticut. His expertise includes treating congenital chest wall disorders and pectus excavatum, a condition where the breastbone is sunken into the chest. He also provides care for appendicitis and emergency surgical needs. Patients have given Dr. Weiss an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery; Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Richard G. Weiss has 4 locations

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Danbury

105A Newtown RoadDanbury, CT 06810
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Westport

191 Post Rd WWestport, CT 06880
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Connecticut Children's Surgery Center at Farmington

505 Farmington Ave # 3Farmington, CT 06032
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
3.5 
44 Years of Experience 3 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Hartford , CTFarmington , CTWaterbury , CTFarmington , CT
Med School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny Med School: Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De Medicina Med School: Universitas Gadjah Mada Sekip Fakultas Kedokteran Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard G. Weiss

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Well Sense Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Richard G. Weiss has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Richard G. Weiss holds an active medical license in the states of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Connecticut that expires in 2026, an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027, an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027, and an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery; Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery and SUNY Upstate Medical University Program.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny in 1982 and New York University School of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Richard G. Weiss' NPI number is 1730155847.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Richard Weiss's office located?
Richard Weiss's office is located at 282 Washington St, Hartford, CT, 06106.
Is Richard Weiss accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Richard Weiss affiliated with?
Richard Weiss is affiliated with Waterbury Hospital.
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Does Richard Weiss accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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