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Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera, MD

Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Hamden, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Wijesekera has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities Midstate Medical Center and Yale New Haven Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

9 Washington Ave Ste 1A Hamden, CT 06518

Make an Appointment

(203) 865-6784

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wijesekera is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center Meriden, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Wijesekera specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Wijesekera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wijesekera

4.2

45 ratings, 29 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
2%
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2 Star
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1 Star
18%
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Marisa Kalt – Jan 30, 2025
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Janet – Aug 25, 2023
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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lewis b. – Dec 19, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
J Canavan – Sep 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
David C – Jul 13, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
May 08, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Beth Zenit – Jan 25, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Paul Raccio – Nov 25, 2020
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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
Helpful
Aug 27, 2020
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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
Helpful
Elinor Taylor – Jul 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
R. Sands – May 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mr. Murphy – Apr 30, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 28, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Becky – Mar 31, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Sal Rizzo – Mar 24, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Deb Connor – Jan 29, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
C Jean in ME – Aug 30, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Christina – Aug 03, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Our goal is to uphold the highest of medical standards while treating all patients with dignity and respect. We recognize each patient is unique and seek to meet their individual needs. It is our pledge to provide the best possible care for our...read more

biography

Dr. Wijesekera is an Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in Adult and Pediatric Surgery of the Spine, and Orthopaedic and Spine Trauma.

He attended Boston University for his undergraduate studies.  In 1998, he graduated from...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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  • Boston University

    Undergraduate School

  • Lac Usc Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1999

  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office9 Washington Ave Ste 1A Hamden, CT 06518
1
Connecticut Orthopaedics701 N Colony Rd Wallingford, CT 06492
2

Practice

Office199 Whitney Ave New Haven, CT 06511
3

Practice

The Orthopaedic Group LLC469 W Main St Branford, CT 06405
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Midstate Medical Center

    435 Lewis Ave
    Meriden, CT 06451
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

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

    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St
    New Haven, CT 06510
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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