Top Docs 2012 Guide

Olson, Eric J.

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  • Orthopedic Surgery

Essential Information

Address 1211 West Main St.
Waterbury, CT 6708
Phone203-755-0163
Website URL www.waterburyortho.com

DR. ERIC J. OLSON specializes in the treatment and repair of shoulder and knee problems. After graduating from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, he completed his general surgery internship, orthopedic surgery residency and sports medicine fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He then served in the U.S. Army as chief of sports medicine at the Walter Reed Medical Center.
Dr. Olson attributes his passion for orthopaedic surgery to its many clinical challenges: “It combines my mind, my great training, my hands, technology and visual thinking, and allows me to change people’s lives for the better.” He’s especially intrigued by the puzzle of repairing tendons and bones, particularly in the shoulder, a joint he considers intellectually stimulating. “I also enjoy the variety of problems I can now repair with advanced arthroscopic techniques,” he says.
His patients, many of them athletes or active baby boomers, seek his expertise to treat a variety of problems such as shoulder pain and instability, rotator cuff tears, impingement syndrome, SLAP lesions, meniscus tears and ligament injuries. He approaches their treatment with the goal of restoring function so they can resume normal activities and return to the sports they enjoy.
Dr. Olson takes an active interest in alternative therapies such as massage, Reiki energy work, hypnotherapy, yoga, myofascial release techniques and chiropractic. When he finds that physical therapy and traditional methods are not successful, he works in consultation with complementary medical practitioners to help his patients find appropriate ways to reduce pain and enhance healing. “I am comfortable taking off one hat and putting on another, and want my patients to understand that I have more things in my arsenal besides surgery.”
He and his wife, Beatriz, an endocrinologist in private practice in Middlebury, are founders of Lotus, The Educational Center for Integrative Healing and Wellness Inc., a network of independent Connecticut health professionals interested in the study of integrative medicine. He is also proud to have served as team physician for the Naugatuck High School football team for 17 years.

Additional Information

Practice: Waterbury Orthopaedic Associates, PC

Medical School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons

Hospital Affiliations: Waterbury Hospital
Saint Mary’s Hospital
Naugatuck Valley Surgical Center
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center

Organizations: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
New England Shoulder & Elbow Society
Arthroscopy Association of North America

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Mar 22, 2012 10:23 am
 Posted by  Anonymous

I'm glad to see no. 7 is Dr Cohen. In my opinion he's no 1 but I have no way of judging the top 6. He operated on me in 2001 because I was high risk of getting colon cancer it was felt. I'm still here 11 years later doc! I'm fine w/respect to the surgery but do have an issue with a lumbar bone out of place and am dealing w/that now. Things are much better since I had the two Epidural shots. I get the third tommorow. You go Dr. Cohen!
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Mar 22, 2012 05:22 pm
 Posted by  amywhitlock5

Congrats to pediatrican Dr. Avni-Singer! He has been a life saver with my kids. He goes above and beyond for my family!

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Mar 23, 2012 05:50 am
 Posted by  Anonymous

I had a breast reduction last year, Dr. Smith performed the surgery. I am so happy with the results he is a great physician and surgeon he takes the extra time to ask you what your expectations are and is also very open about what to expect after surgery.

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Mar 24, 2012 09:29 am
 Posted by  Anonymous

I had three babies delivered by dr. ronika choudhary in last 6 yrs. she is the best. i also had botox treatment done by her six months ago and it was faboulous. my husband and i love her. she truly cares for her patient and their well being.

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Mar 25, 2012 11:10 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

KUDOS to dr. Petashnick, who will always be number one in my eyes ( yes - eyes is the field!) even if he wasn't written up in this prestigious magazine...

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Mar 27, 2012 01:36 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

Congratulations Dr. Skudlarska! Your recognition is well deserved!

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Mar 28, 2012 06:58 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

Of course Dr. Petashnick! He is the most helpful, and the most friendly ophthalmologist in all of CT! He's number one!!! I tell everyone I know to go see him...Thank you Connecticut magazine!

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Apr 8, 2012 08:45 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

Dr. Gary Price has gone above and beyond his call of duty . I have had several procedures done by him and wouldn't think of going to anyone else. He has done a complete face lift on me. Several laser treatments and a couple of touch up mini lifts. I'm considering having liposuction by him. If anyone out there is considering cosmetic work done you should definitely have a consultation with Gary Price.
A grateful and satisfied patient

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Apr 19, 2012 03:12 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

Dr Gerstenhaber is the BEST Pulmonary
Doctor in the New Haven area. He is extremely smart and knows more than his specialty.
He is kind and compassionate and has a wonderful way of appropriately infusing humor into what can be
a tense situation...
I commend him for his tremendous work ethic and feel so grateful that he cared for each of my parents and now myself.
I can only say thank you for always being so available to us.

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Apr 30, 2012 06:15 am
 Posted by  dianeen

Dr. Neil Floch and the staff of Fairfield County Bariatrics have afforded me a second chance for a more active and healthier life. In June of 2011 at 68 yrs old Dr. Neil performed RNY Gastric Bypass at Norwalk Hospital and as of 10 mos post op I have lost 102 lbs and gain a second chance to enjoy life more fully. I left the hospital completely offm of the three type 2 diabetes meds I had been on for 12+ years. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Floch and Fairfield County Bariatrics and fully endorse the excellent level of care that I experienced both pre and post op and would urge anyone considering wls to them.

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