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Dr. Jeffrey Knispel, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Knispel, MD

Dermatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Jeffrey Knispel, MD is a dermatologist in Newtown, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Knispel has extensive experience in Cosmetic Skin Procedures and Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1995. He is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Dermatology Associates of Western Connecticut, P.C.-Beth A. Buscher, MD

170 Mount Pleasant Rd Fl 2 Newtown, CT 06470
Telehealth available
(203) 792-4151

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Knispel specializes in the area of Dermatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • 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. Knispel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Knispel

3.6
22 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
59%
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4 star
5%
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3 star
5%
5%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
27%
27%

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Felt rushed and brushed off
After waiting almost a year getting up the nerve to see a doctor, Dr. Knispel barely looked at my skin, just ageeing it was an allergy and told me what over the counter antihistamines to use. Research showed it could be a vitamin deficiency or homonal, but no discussion of a blood test or other options. He only said I could get monthly shots if it gets worse. No offer of finding a cause. Felt very rushed and disappinted.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 08, 2024
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Nice enough doctor and much more pleasant than another I saw.Quick appointment and I hope everything was observed.My complaint is about what patients go through calling this office. I was offended the cosmetic commercials playing in the exam room while one has a rather serious skin condition to deal with and the commercials I listened to while waiting 15 minutes for my call to be answered ---twice.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 07, 2024
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Very thorough and nice bedside manner.
We saw Dr Knispel for a total body scan. He spent time looking at many moles and spots and was the only doctor to feel my husband's lymph nodes under his arms and in the neck area. He was very patient, asked questions, asked if there were any specific spots he wanted checked, respected his privacy and overall was cautious but not alarming. Will see him in 6 months.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 03, 2023
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Poor experience
The appointment felt rushed. Did not want to allow time for me to speak. Barely looked at my face for the rash. Prescribed 3 medications without telling me any FDA alerts for them which one includes skin cancer and to be used as a last resort after tying other lotions, which this was the first option and nothing else used yet. Paced around the room and made me feel uneasy. Very confusing.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Nov 03, 2023
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Dr. Knispel is a great doctor. He is thorough and patient. He takes the time to get to know you and your family, and when there were some issues, he went above and beyond to help my family through them! Highly recommend!!!
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Lisa Koeppel – Nov 07, 2019
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We saw Dr. Knispel for the 2nd time yesterday because he has quite an impressive background. I was anything but impressed with his consultations. Both times he was very rushed and doesn't even let you get a word in. I had many questions and he continued to speak over me and dismiss them without even letting me finish. The kicker is that he barely looked at my son's raised rash, and these are his words: "I don't know what that it is, it can be anything. Try some cream." What a waste!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 27, 2019
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Dr. Knispal is a very knowledgeable and compassionate doctor. He is a very good listener and always makes me feel that my opinion is important to him. I have been seeing him in the Ridgefield office for a couple years. The office staff is very nice and I love the ease of scheduling appointments in Ridgefield. I will recommend that my general practitioner refer her clients there, also.
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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Sally B. in Danbury, CT – Dec 07, 2016
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Excellent care.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Fairfield, CT – Aug 13, 2016
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My experience was horrible. My daughter was turned away because a parent wasn't present at the appointment. I was told when the appointment was made that the care giver could bring her with an insurance card, a note from me and proper paperwork completed. What a disappointment. When speaking with the office manager she was completely rude and disrespectful.
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
5 others found this helpful
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heat in Darien, CT – Aug 05, 2016
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He's an excellent doctor. Very good at treating any issues I have and is so kind. Connects well with me and makes me comfortable. He listens, explains and is very knowledgeable. Highly recommend him.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Red in Redding, CT – Jan 30, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Jeffrey Knispel, MD is a dermatologist in Newtown, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Knispel has extensive experience in Cosmetic Skin Procedures and Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine...read more

  • Dermatology

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  • University Chicago

    Residency Hospital

  • Mount Sinai Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Locations

Dermatology Associates of Western Connecticut, P.C.-Beth A. Buscher, MD

Office170 Mount Pleasant Rd Fl 2 Newtown, CT 06470
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Danbury Hospital

    24 Hospital Ave
    Danbury, CT 06810
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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