There are 53 physician-owned neurological surgery practices in Connecticut, vetted against the NPPES NPI Registry. Hospital-employed, government, and academic positions are excluded.
Before you accept a hospital offer in Connecticut, see how many physician-owned neurological surgery groups already exist. The answer is 71, and it changes everything you can ask for in negotiation.
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Most neurological surgery physicians sign their first contract without knowing how many other groups exist within driving distance. This is the single largest source of leverage you give away in your career, and you give it away because nobody told you the information was out there. The Real Contract course walks you through every clause that matters.
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Bridgeport, CT
Daniel Cavalcanti, MD operates a physician-owned neurological surgery practice in Bridgeport, Connecticut, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
2660 Main St #219, Bridgeport, CT 06606
Bridgeport, CT
Dr. Kenneth Lipow brings neurological surgery expertise to patients in Bridgeport, Connecticut through a physician-owned practice. Beyond neurological surgery, the office offers brain and nervous system care and surgical procedures. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
267 Grant St 8th fl, Bridgeport, CT 06610
Bridgeport, CT
Pedro Coutinho, MD brings neurological surgery expertise to patients in Bridgeport, Connecticut through a physician-owned practice. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
2660 Main St #219, Bridgeport, CT 06606
Bristol, CT
Dr. Lane Spero is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in back, neck, neurosurgery, orthopedic trauma/fractures, pediatric orthopedics & spine at Litchfield Hills Orthopedic Associates in Torrington & Bristol. He served as Chief of Spine and Scoliosis Service at Sound Shore Medical Center and has authored articles related to spine injury and surgery. Dr. Spero is one of the few orthopedic surgeons in the state who performs total lumbar disc replacement surgery. He offers minimally invasive, ro
281 N Main St, Bristol, CT 06010
Danbury, CT
Located in Danbury, Connecticut, Jeffrey Gilligan, MD | Neurosurgeon at Elite Brain & Spine of Connecticut delivers neurological surgery care through an independently managed medical practice. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
33 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT 06810
Danbury, CT
A privately owned neurological surgery practice, Shahid, Syed is located in Danbury, Connecticut. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
67 Sand Pit Rd 2nd Floor, Suite 208, Danbury, CT 06810
East Haven, CT
Practicing neurological surgery in East Haven, Connecticut, William Friedman offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
190 Main St, East Haven, CT 06512
Enfield, CT
David Spiro, DO provides neurological surgery services from a privately held practice in Enfield, Connecticut. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
140 Hazard Ave #105, Enfield, CT 06082
Fairfield, CT
Ct Neurosurgical Specialists: Lipow Kenneth MD provides neurological surgery care in Fairfield, Connecticut as a multi-physician private practice. Physicians interested in this practice can inquire by phone.
52 Beach Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
Greenwich, CT
Practicing neurological surgery in Greenwich, Connecticut, Amory J Fiore offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
6 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich, CT 06831
Greenwich, CT
Dr. John Strugar maintains a private neurological surgery practice in Greenwich, Connecticut, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
15 Valley Dr, Greenwich, CT 06831
Greenwich, CT
Based in Greenwich, Connecticut, Marc L. Otten, MD runs an independently owned neurological surgery practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
6 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich, CT 06831
Greenwich, CT
Mark Camel, MD, is a neurosurgeon who specializes in spine surgery. Dr. Camel received his undergraduate degree from University of Rochester in New York and medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Missouri. After finishing his role as Chief Resident in the Department of Neurological Surgery at Barnes Hospital, he studied the molecular biology of pituitary tumors and astrocytoma during his research fellowship in the Departments of Neurological Surgery and Pharmac
6 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich, CT 06831
Greenwich, CT
Paul Apostolides, MD brings neurological surgery expertise to patients in Greenwich, Connecticut through a physician-owned practice. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
6 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich, CT 06831
Hartford, CT
Brendan Killory, MD brings neurological surgery expertise to patients in Hartford, Connecticut through a physician-owned practice. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
85 Seymour St Suite 1003, Hartford, CT 06106
Hartford, CT
Dr. Stephen Calderon sees patients at a private neurological surgery office in Hartford, Connecticut, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Beyond neurological surgery, the office offers brain and nervous system care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
1000 Asylum Ave # 3208, Hartford, CT 06105
Hartford, CT
Eric Sussman, MD is a Neurosurgeon part of The Ayer Neuroscience Institute.
85 Seymour St STE 1019, Hartford, CT 06106
Hartford, CT
Inam Kureshi, MD is part of the multi-specialty Hartford HealthCare Medical Group.
85 Seymour St STE 1019, Hartford, CT 06106
Hartford, CT
Javed Khader Eliyas, MD brings neurological surgery expertise to patients in Hartford, Connecticut through a physician-owned practice. Beyond neurological surgery, the office offers surgical procedures. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
1000 Asylum Ave # 4304, Hartford, CT 06105
Hartford, CT
Kaveh Barami sees patients at a private neurological surgery office in Hartford, Connecticut, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Beyond neurological surgery, the office offers brain and nervous system care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
1000 Asylum Ave #3215, Hartford, CT 06105
Hartford, CT
Michael Hill, MD operates a physician-owned neurological surgery practice in Hartford, Connecticut, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
1000 Asylum Ave #3215, Hartford, CT 06105
Hartford, CT
Offering neurological surgery services in Hartford, Connecticut, Paul Schwartz, MD, PhD operates outside of hospital employment. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
85 Seymour St STE 1019, Hartford, CT 06106
Hartford, CT
Raymond Catton sees patients at a private neurological surgery office in Hartford, Connecticut, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Beyond neurological surgery, the office offers vascular and circulatory surgery and brain and nervous system care. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
1000 Asylum Ave # 2112, Hartford, CT 06105
Meriden, CT
Dr. Gregory Kuzmik maintains a private neurological surgery practice in Meriden, Connecticut, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
435 Lewis Ave #103, Meriden, CT 06451
Meriden, CT
Practicing neurological surgery in Meriden, Connecticut, Edward Akeyson offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to surgical procedures. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
455 Lewis Ave # 101, Meriden, CT 06451
Meriden, CT
Joel Bauman, MD operates a physician-owned neurological surgery practice in Meriden, Connecticut, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
435 Lewis Ave #103, Meriden, CT 06451
Middlebury, CT
Offering neurological surgery services in Middlebury, Connecticut, Pooia Fattahi, MD operates outside of hospital employment. The practice also provides brain and nervous system care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
1579 Straits Turnpike STE 2A, Middlebury, CT 06762
Middletown, CT
Joseph Aferzon sees patients at a private neurological surgery office in Middletown, Connecticut, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Beyond neurological surgery, the office offers surgical procedures and brain and nervous system care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
211 S Main St, Middletown, CT 06457
New Britain, CT
Central CT Neurosurgery & Spine in New Britain, Connecticut, is devoted to the treatment of injuries and conditions affecting the brain and spine. With our vast experience in the field of neurosurgery, we perform a variety of surgeries and minimally invasive procedures designed to help manage pain and improve quality of life. Whether you were injured in an accident or are suffering from a degenerative spine disease, we can provide personal, tailored care for your unique needs. We are especially
1 Liberty Square, New Britain, CT 06051
New Britain, CT
Practicing neurological surgery in New Britain, Connecticut, David Spiro offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
1 Liberty Square, New Britain, CT 06052
New Britain, CT
Hussein Alahmadi, MD operates a physician-owned neurological surgery practice in New Britain, Connecticut, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
201 N Mountain Rd #201, New Britain, CT 06062
New Haven, CT
Based in New Haven, Connecticut, Dr. Debra Petrucci- Yale Spine Center focuses on neurological surgery as a community-based private practice. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
1 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT 06511
North Haven, CT
Gregory Kuzmik, MD is a neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery who is part of the Ayer Neuroscience Institute.
190 Universal Dr N #101, North Haven, CT 06473
North Haven, CT
Patrick Tomak, MD operates a physician-owned neurological surgery practice in North Haven, Connecticut, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
190 Universal Dr N #101, North Haven, CT 06473
Norwalk, CT
A privately owned neurological surgery practice, Elite Brain & Spine of Connecticut is located in Norwalk, Connecticut. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
761 Main Ave Suite 201A, Norwalk, CT 06851
Norwalk, CT
Serving Norwalk and surrounding Connecticut communities, Gina Porto, PA | Physician Assistant at Elite Brain & Spine of Connecticut is a private neurological surgery medical practice. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
148 East Ave Suite 3D, Norwalk, CT 06851
Norwalk, CT
Jeffrey Gilligan maintains a private neurological surgery practice in Norwalk, Connecticut, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
148 East Ave Suite 3D, Norwalk, CT 06851
Norwalk, CT
Jonathon Lebovitz, MD | Neurosurgeon at Elite Brain & Spine of Connecticut provides neurological surgery services from a privately held practice in Norwalk, Connecticut. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
148 East Ave Suite 3D, Norwalk, CT 06851
Norwich, CT
Bernardo de Andrada Pereira, MD is a Neurosurgeon part of The Ayer Neuroscience Institute.
330 Washington St # 540, Norwich, CT 06360
Shelton, CT
Abraham Mintz, MD provides neurological surgery services from a privately held practice in Shelton, Connecticut. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
2 Ivy Brook Rd #210, Shelton, CT 06484
Shelton, CT
Each week, all our specialists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, neurointensivists, neuro-critical care nurses, EEG Techs, meet to review each individual case. Together, they pool their knowledge and experience to give you the most advanced treatment plan possible. We are the only system in the region that operates this way. We also have the region’s only neurological intensive care unit.
2 Ivy Brook Rd #210, Shelton, CT 06484
Southbury, CT
NOSS is Connecticut's Leader in Neurosurgery and Orthopaedic Surgery.
690 Main St S, Southbury, CT 06488
Southington, CT
Nazer Qureshi, MD is a Neurosurgeon part of the multi-specialty Hartford HealthCare Medical Group.
55 Meriden Ave #3g, Southington, CT 06489
Stamford, CT
More than 20 surgical specialists and subspecialists, a dedicated nursing team for neurosurgery patients, labs performing modern research, and Columbia University Medical Center/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital's world-class facilities combine to deliver outstanding care, making clear communication about complicated conditions a priority so that patients and their families are equipped to make wise decisions during critical times.
Tully Health Center - Cohen Children's Specialty Center, 32 Strawberry Hill Ct Suite 7, Stamford, CT 06902
Stamford, CT
Offering neurological surgery services in Stamford, Connecticut, Scott Simon, MD operates outside of hospital employment. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
5 High Ridge Park 3rd floor, Stamford, CT 06905
Torrington, CT
Offering neurological surgery services in Torrington, Connecticut, Lane D. Spero, M.D. operates outside of hospital employment. The practice also provides bone, joint, and musculoskeletal surgery. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
245 Alvord Park Rd, Torrington, CT 06790
Vernon, CT
A community neurological surgery practice in Vernon, Connecticut, Connecticut Back Center provides care under private ownership. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
460 Hartford Turnpike suite b, Vernon, CT 06066
Waterbury, CT
Practicing neurological surgery in Waterbury, Connecticut, Forshaw David L MD offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
500 Chase Pkwy #2a, Waterbury, CT 06708
Waterbury, CT
Based in Waterbury, Connecticut, Michael O’Brien, MD at NOSS runs an independently owned neurological surgery practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
500 Chase Pkwy, Waterbury, CT 06708
Westport, CT
Dr. Arianne Boylan brings neurological surgery expertise to patients in Westport, Connecticut through a physician-owned practice. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
300 Post Rd W Fl 1, Westport, CT 06880
Westport, CT
Khalid Abbed, MD is the Co-Physician-in-Chief of the Hartford HealthCare Ayer Neuroscience Institute.
300 Post Rd W, Westport, CT 06880
Westport, CT
Practicing neurological surgery in Westport, Connecticut, Vijay Yanamadala offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
300 Post Rd W #102, Westport, CT 06880
Windsor, CT
Offering neurological surgery services in Windsor, Connecticut, Andrew Wakefield, MD operates outside of hospital employment. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
360 Bloomfield Ave Suite 209, Windsor, CT 06095
Then PGY-Final arrives. Suddenly there is no syllabus, no advisor telling you which clause to push back on, no upperclassman who has done this before. There is only a contract and a clock.
The senior residents signed their first contracts without reading every clause. Not because they did not care, but because nobody had handed them a map of what else existed. So they took the first offer. This directory exists so you do not have to.
You're looking at 53 physician-owned neurological surgery practices in Connecticut. I sourced all of them from the NPPES NPI Registry and filtered out everything that doesn't meet the standard of independent physician ownership. Hospital systems, academic centers, staffing agencies, and corporate-acquired practices are not on this list. Each entry includes the practice address, phone, website, and NPI number. The coverage spans 25 cities statewide.
You won't find this list anywhere else. National job boards aggregate whatever employers pay to post, regardless of ownership structure. This directory starts from the federal NPPES database and filters down to practices where physicians own the entity. That distinction matters because it determines everything: how you're compensated, how decisions get made, whether you'll ever have a real equity stake. Use it to identify practices worth reaching out to directly.
Connecticut's physician-owned neurological surgery directory lists 53 practice locations across 24 cities. The largest groups include Lane D. Spero, M.D. (2 locations), Jeffrey Gilligan, MD | Neurosurgeon at Elite Brain & Spine of Connecticut (2 locations), and David Spiro, DO (2 locations).
None of the neurological surgery practices listed in Connecticut carry a PE-Backed or Corporate-Acquired flag. All listings in this directory are physician-owned independent practices verified through NPPES.
Practices span 24 cities including Bridgeport, Bristol, Danbury, and East Haven.
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Daniel Aragón, MD, MBAThere are 53 physician-owned neurological surgery private practices in Connecticut, verified against the NPPES NPI Registry. All are independently operated. Hospital-employed, government, corporate, and academic positions are excluded.
A physician-owned practice is one where licensed physicians hold controlling ownership of the business entity. This is distinct from hospital employment, corporate medical groups, or private equity-backed practices where non-physician entities control the business.
The Corporate-Acquired flag means the practice was historically physician-owned but has since been acquired by a corporate entity such as Optum. The MSO-Affiliated flag means the practice uses a Management Services Organization for billing and administration while physicians retain practice-level ownership.
Connecticut's physician-owned neurological surgery practices include Connecticut Neurosurgery Specialists (Hartford), Yale Medicine Neurosurgery (New Haven), and Connecticut Spine and Brain (Norwalk).
NPPES is the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System, a federal database maintained by CMS. Every practice in this directory has an active NPI record in NPPES, confirming it is a registered U.S. medical practice.
Yes, in markets with sufficient case volume and favorable payer mix. Neurosurgery private practice requires a group of sufficient size to share call and operating costs, direct commercial payer contracts above Medicare rates, and ideally ASC or spine surgery center ownership to capture facility fees. Malpractice premiums in neurosurgery are among the highest in medicine ($100,000-$300,000+ annually), confirm whether the practice covers this cost or whether it is deducted from physician compensation before evaluating the net income.
| Physician-Owned | Hospital-Employed | Corporate / PE-Backed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who controls the practice | Physicians | Health system | Non-physician entity |
| Non-compete scope | Narrower, negotiable | Broad | Very broad |
| Partnership / buy-in path | Common | Rare | Rare |
| Call schedule flexibility | Higher | Variable | Lower |
| Productivity bonus upside | High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Included in this directory | Yes | No | Flagged |
This directory is maintained by Daniel Aragón, MD, MBA, a physician who just walked this path. All listings are pulled from the NPPES NPI Registry (CMS.gov), the federal database of all U.S. medical providers. Hospital-employed, corporate, and government-operated positions are excluded. Last updated: .
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