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Dr. Eric Silverstein, DPM

Dr. Eric Silverstein, DPM

Podiatry*

Dr. Eric Silverstein, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Hartford, CT. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hartford Hospital and The Hospital of Central Connecticut Bradley Memorial Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

85 Seymour St Ste 409 Hartford, CT 06106
Telehealth available

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(860) 547-0616

Dr. Silverstein is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Silverstein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Silverstein

3.8
23 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
61%
61%
4 star
9%
9%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
9%
9%
1 star
22%
22%

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Silverstein is a big talker but his results do not back up his promises. Like others, I suffered from a botched procedure that he promised would be routine. A simple bunionectomy led to permanent numbness, torn ligaments, and a shift in my toes, leaving me in excruciating pain. Silverstein kept insisting that everything was fine, that I should just 'give it time.' I recently had major surgery with a top orthopedic surgeon to correct all the errors Silverstein made. This required a bone graft, breaking three toes, and a ligament transfer. I would not send my worst enemy to this incompetent.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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very unsatisfied patient – Jan 30, 2024
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Call before going! Showed up at 10 am and was told someone canceled my appt. Wasn't me. Never got any notification. They wanted me to come back the next day. Not a chance pal. You lost my business forever.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Dan Champagne – Aug 30, 2023
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Save my life from septic shock and saved my foot from amputation.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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David Hilton – Nov 29, 2021
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Dr. Silverstein is one of the best doctors I have worked with. As a medical professional myself, it’s becoming rarer to find someone who gives you their full attention and really listens to what’s going on. As a patient, I have noted that Dr. Silverstein treats whoever is in front of him like they are the center of his world. He worked with me through a tricky insurance situation and helped me figure out the best route to orthotics possible. I could move 10 states away and I would come back for this type of care because doctors like this are hard to come by.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Lindsay Young – Jan 28, 2021
Lindsay Young, your wonderful feedback and rating... Read More
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Dr Silverstein performed bunion and hammer toe surgery on me and the results were very good. He will explain everything in detail but you need to listen first. If he hasn't answered all your questions after his initial explanation, then feel free to ask your questions. While wait times in his Hartford office can be long, I did not have long wait times in the West Hartford office. He referred me to an excellent physical therapist. If you explicitly follow directions then you should be good to go.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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SPetke in CT – Aug 10, 2018
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He took the time to hear all our concerns and truly cared.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 25, 2018
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Not recommended. He did a bunion surgery and hammertoe surgery on me that failed. I have since learned it was not done correctly. He did not pin the toes, let me walk on a pinned bone within 2 weeks. He did not use blood thinners to prevent a pulmonary embolism. He also lied to me about this other many other things. He is arrogant and his average office wait time is well over an hour.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2018
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Superior Podiatrist. Has taken great care of my foot needs for many years and has been spot on. No longer have foot pain thanks to Dr. Silverstein's diagnosis and consistent care. Great Dr & patient relationship. Takes great care and custody of my problems. Trust him explicitly! Highly recommended!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Newington, CT – Sep 06, 2017
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He is the most caring doctor !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth in Vernon, CT – Aug 16, 2017
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Dr. Eric W. Silverstein takes the time to listen carefully and lets you tell him about your foot pain/problem in detail. He does not rush to do surgery, opting for a conservative approach to see where that takes you. His patient load is heavy because he is very well regarded, and rightfully so. He is the most caring doctor and his staff is wonderful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 others found this helpful
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L. Paulette in Bristol, CT – Apr 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Eric Silverstein, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Hartford, CT. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hartford Hospital and The Hospital of Central Connecticut Bradley Memorial Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Podiatry

  • Podiatric Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mount Sinai Hospital (ct)

    Residency Hospital

  • Kensington Hospital (pa)

    Internship Hospital

  • Kent State University College Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School

Dr. Silverstein is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group85 Seymour St Ste 409 Hartford, CT 06106
    1

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group136 S Main St # 201 West Hartford, CT 06107
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hartford Hospital

      80 Seymour St
      Hartford, CT 06102
      Recipient of 29
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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    • The Hospital of Central Connecticut Bradley Memorial Campus

      81 Meriden Ave
      Southington, CT 06489
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    • The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General Campus

      100 Grand St
      New Britain, CT 06052
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality