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Dr. Kathleen Lavorgna, MD

General Surgery*
4.4 (12)
Map Pin Small Norwalk, CT
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Kathleen Lavorgna, MD

Dr. Kathleen Lavorgna, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Norwalk, CT. They specialize in General Surgery, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Connecticut and is affiliated with Norwalk Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Lavorgna an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Lavorgna works at Practice in Norwalk, CT. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Lavorgna's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Wcmg - Norwalk Colorectal Surgery
    30 Stevens St Ste D, Norwalk, CT 06850 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 846-3338
  2. 2
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    40 Cross St Ste 260, Norwalk, CT 06851 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 846-3338
  3. 3
    Norwalk Hospital
    34 Maple St, Norwalk, CT 06850 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 852-2000

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  • Norwalk Hospital

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    About Dr. Kathleen Lavorgna, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1225146012
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Connecticut
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    12 patients have reviewed Dr. Lavorgna. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lavorgna.

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