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Dr. Stephen Fishman, MD

Dr. Stephen Fishman, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Fishman, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Hartford, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1987. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 84 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (84 reviews)

Practice

19 Woodland St Ste 31 Hartford, CT 06105

Dr. Fishman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Fishman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fishman

4.3
84 ratings, 50 with a written review
5 star
76%
76%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
2%
2%
2 star
2%
2%
1 star
12%
12%

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Dr. Fishman is very considerate and patient. You never feel rushed or are unable to ask questions. He explains things very thoroughly. Highly recommend Dr. Fishman.
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
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Apr 13, 2024
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Awesome!
Dr. Fish man took time to explain my issue and made me feel very comfortable!
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
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Aug 26, 2023
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Positive Experience
During my visit with Dr. Fishman he really took the time to listen to my concerns and answer all the questions I had. He was very thorough in helping me get to the bottom of some problems I had been experiencing. He was also very prompt in providing test results and next steps in my treatment.
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
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Beth – Oct 20, 2022
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I recommend Stephen Fishman. Allows for dialogue, resources, and short and long term planning. A personable and interactive individual. Thorough exam. 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 25, 2022
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The best
Dr Fishman is the smartest most compassionate OB- GYN I have ever had.
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
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Anne Lally – Aug 19, 2022
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Was wonderful!, kind , knowledgeable , took time to review medications, office staff very polite and personable felt very comfortable
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
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Calley Brown – May 27, 2022
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Great doctor who takes the time to explain and listen.
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
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Sep 02, 2021
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I scheduled an appointment with Dr Fishman to discuss medications I am currently taking. He is engaging, intelligent and a good listener. Dr Fishman sited facts and historical data regarding the particular medications I am on and provided options.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 21, 2021
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Horrible experience. He did not bother to hide his disinterest in my pregnancy, and was insultingly dismissive of my concerns and questions. When talking to his peers he was a normal-sounding human being, but when he switched to talking to me and my partner he was dismissive, uninformative, and obviously bored. He told me I must go on new medication with neither an explanation of what it was nor the side effects of it. I left ASAP with more questions than answers and tears in my eyes. AVOID!!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 10, 2021
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Dr. Fishman makes my annual visit easy. He’s always professional, and I appreciate his honest answers to questions. Plus I enjoy his sense of humor. And his exams are quick and painless.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • 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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Jun 18, 2021
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I’m very grateful that he was able to see me last minute. I never thought I’d be able to book an appointment so quickly. Thank you so much for genuinely caring for your patients.
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
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Feiran – Jun 04, 2021
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Visit with Dr. Fishman was the worst medical experience of my life. He has no bedside manner whatsoever, was condescending and dismissive. He made me so uncomfortable I wanted to vomit and had a panic attack in the exam room. He completely negated the issue that I had come to the office for, but offered no consolation or solution to the pain I was still suffering. He instead proceeded to “mansplain” for 10 minutes about the function and purpose of menstruation like I had never heard of it before (I’m 29). I am disgusted and shocked that a guy with this demeanor has continued to practice.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Shannon – Apr 13, 2021
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Awesome!
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
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Chantell – Jan 21, 2021
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Dr. Fishman is caring, knowledgeable and attentive to my health care. I appreciate his sound medical advice on calcium deficiency and how to incorporate more calcium in my diet and taking the time to explain bone density. Thank you!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Patricia Lindo – Jan 04, 2021
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This was my first consult with Dr. Fishman. I found him to be thoughtful, intelligent, and thorough. He took time to explain everything and answered all my questions. I especially appreciated that he was proactive without being alarmist; I am confident in his 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
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Dec 12, 2020
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Dr. Fishman is a true professional and very knowledgeable. He makes me feel extremely comfortable.
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
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Oct 06, 2020
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Very rude and arrogant. He seemed like he did want to be there at all and continued to talk, yet would never let me speak or would cut me off. Made various comments throughout appointment that were simply unnecessary. Do not recommend him, nor will I return to him for future appointments.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 16, 2020
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Was a good visit. ...
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
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Evelyn – Aug 28, 2020
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Very thorough, very gentle,
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
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Aug 17, 2020
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My visit went well. Dr Fishman was very professional and informative. My only comment somewhat negative is that I was asked for a urine sample and was told it came back perfect. Now having said that I have no idea what was actually tested for but I had my yearly physical a few hours later and again I gave a urine sample. It came back w traces of blood and white blood cells in it. It was sent out to the lab and I got results this am that I have a urinary infection. I am not sure why it wasnt detected at your office.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Beth – Jul 21, 2020
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About Me

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Dr. Stephen Fishman, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Hartford, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1987. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Saint Francis Hospital And Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • New York Medical College

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 1987
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Dr. Fishman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office19 Woodland St Ste 31 Hartford, CT 06105
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office1178 Silas Deane Hwy Ste 3 Wethersfield, CT 06109
    2

    Practice

    Office35 Nod Rd Ste 203 Avon, CT 06001
    3
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Saint Francis Hospital

      114 Woodland St
      Hartford, CT 06105
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (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

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      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

      72%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

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