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Dr. Tarik Kardestuncer, MD

Dr. Tarik Kardestuncer, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Tarik Kardestuncer, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in North Franklin, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with Backus Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

82 New Park Ave North Franklin, CT 06254
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(860) 889-7345

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kardestuncer is affiliated with Backus Hospital Norwich, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kardestuncer specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • 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. Kardestuncer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kardestuncer

4.0

35 ratings, 19 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
20%
20%

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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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Fred Alletto – Dec 21, 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
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Lois Adams – Jun 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Liz Blomberg – Dec 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Eli – Aug 05, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 18, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
Tina Perry in Norwich, CT – Jun 19, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 03, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ruth in CT – Sep 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Doesn't matter in Ledyard, CT – Aug 22, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kathleen Murphy in Norwich – Jul 24, 2018
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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
Terry Watson in Norwich, CT – Jul 12, 2017
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
NurseNancy in New London, CT – Jan 04, 2017
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shannon in Norwich, CT – Jul 18, 2016
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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
Joyce B in Hampton, CT – May 18, 2016
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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
Theresa Mardin in Norwich Ct – May 18, 2016
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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
Gabriel Abella in East Greenwich, RI – May 16, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Disappointed in Norwich, CT – Mar 24, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Colchester, CT – Mar 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
E Johnson in Norwich, CT – Feb 04, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Tarik Kardestuncer, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in North Franklin, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with Backus Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Brigham And Women's Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006

  • Presbyterian Hospital In The City Of New York

    Internship Hospital, 2000

  • University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office82 New Park Ave North Franklin, CT 06254
1
Norwich Orthopedic Group PC11 Industrial Park Rd Niantic, CT 06357
2

Practice

Southern New England Anesthesia Partners PLLC140 Cross Rd Waterford, CT 06385
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Backus Hospital

    326 Washington St
    Norwich, CT 06360
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals 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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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