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  • Diagnostic Radiology, Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
  • Accepting new patients
  • 41 years of experience
  • Orthopedic Partners 82 New Park Ave, North Franklin, CT 06254
  • (860) 889-7345

Brief Intro

Dr. Paonessa specializes in Complex Spinal Deformity including Adult Scoliosis and Pediatric Scoliosis, Cervical reconstruction. He also performs minimally invasive lumbar spine surgery for fusions and discectomy and performs kyphoplasty for the treatment of fractures. Dr. Paonessa participates in the FDA's TFAS facet replacement study and trained in lumbar and cervical disc replacements. Our group practice also includes nonoperative spine management, EMG nerve testing, and interventional epidual steroid injections with two board certified physiatrists.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Bellevue Hospital Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School - 1984

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Norwich Orthopedic Group
  • 82 New Park Ave, North Franklin, CT 06254
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Diagnostic Radiology

Conditions Addressed

  • Scoliosis or Kyphoscoliosis
  • Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
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Procedures Performed

  • Spinal Cord Surgery
  • Neurological Testing
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Hip/Femur Fractures and Dislocations
  • Hip/Femur Fractures and Dislocations
  • Spinal Cord Surgery
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • CHAMPVA
  • CarePartners of Connecticut
  • ConnectiCare
  • Aetna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut
  • Optum Health
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