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Zawidniak, John Emil, MD

Language

English, Polish

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).


Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Rheumatology – Board Certified

Areas of Expertise
Gout, Myositis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Scleroderma, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Hospitals and Organizations

  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Integrated Care Partners
  • The Hospital of Central Connecticut

Education

Medical School
Jagiellonian University Medical School (Poland)

Residency
University of Connecticut School of Medicine ‐ Primary Care and Internal Medicine

Fellowship
University of Connecticut School of Medicine ‐ Rheumatology

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Zawidniak is a excellent physician. He listens to all of my concerns & worries about my rheumatoid arthritis. He understands the pain that I'm going through & he is very compassionate with me.

5 out of 5 stars

He was so informative; explained everything so precisely

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor very nice and explained everything and answered my questions.

4 out of 5 stars

Listens to what my concerns are and explains goals in the future

5 out of 5 stars

I found Dr. Zawidniak to be very knowledgeable and forward-thinking. He explained things well, wasn't dismissive of my concerns, and was very professional yet personable. I was very pleased and feel confident that he will be instrumental in treating my condition.

5 out of 5 stars

I am so very pleased to be a patient of Dr. Z's. He listens to my concerns and offers helpful and constructive solutions to what is worrying me.

5 out of 5 stars

I have been very happy with the care that I have received from Dr. Zawidniak since day one. I have had this condition for long time and work in the medical field and I feel like he communicates on a level that respects my knowledge base as not only someone who works in health care but also as someone who knows how to read their symptoms. He is very collaborative in the care he delivers and I really appreciate that.

5 out of 5 stars

The entire staff is patient-focused and professional.

5 out of 5 stars

The nurse, front desk and provider were exceptional

5 out of 5 stars

He is a well listener and make sure I'm well taken care of as we talked about meds that needs changing to see if there are any improvements. He and the ASL interpreter are amazing with my concerns questions and I feel safe to leave the office without worry.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Zawidniak was thorough, well-informed, patient in explaining my ailments and prognosis. I would highly recommend him to other patients.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Zawidniak is always kind and listens to everything I have to say and gives me all the info I need.

5 out of 5 stars

His initial introduction to us was crass and unfriendly. In my in my years of meeting professionals, we were never greeted in such a crude manner. However he proceeded in a more caring manner.

5 out of 5 stars

Good experience, very professional and excellent explanation.

5 out of 5 stars

Attentive, and personable. Explanations precise and understandable

5 out of 5 stars

The Dr. Was very informative and answered all my questions and made my diagnosis.

5 out of 5 stars

MD was very transparent about Dx possibilities and which ones had Tx options, as well as what I can expect to see in my future of my most likely possible diagnoses. What next steps are for diagnostics, and was a very good listener, he seemed to care about my health personally, and ever referred me to other specialists for concerns ive had prior.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Z, took the time to listen to my concerns.

5 out of 5 stars

He was nice and he explained my situation very clearly so I could understand

5 out of 5 stars

Everything from start to finish was excellent.

5 out of 5 stars

Would recommend Dr. Zawidniah highly great care, listens, and answers all questions, never feel rushed.

5 out of 5 stars

Was concerned about my care

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Z is wonderful. Very caring. Listens. Advised. Shows he cares.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Zwaidniak was thorough and moved right along.


Other Reviews from Around the Web

1 out of 5 stars

Imagine discharging from the hospital after 2 months of being sick then being referred to a physician who won’t see you unless you “qualify”. So you take more test and find out you still can’t schedule an appointment for proper treatment because the referring physician never viewed your labs… or followed up… For reference, referral was placed 5/12 and it’s 6/2.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Z and his staff were very professional, courteous, knowledgeable and caring! I was very comfortable and pleased with my visit! So very happy with my choice !

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Zawidniak has been a stable, professional face for me through my struggle with rheumatoid arthritis. He has continued to hear me and try to find solutions for my disease because it's not a one size fits all answer. It can be hard to feel like nothing is working and keep wanting to try. I am grateful out of all the doctors I've experienced over the past couple years to have somebody that is consistent, patient and still takes the time to treat you like a human being.

5 out of 5 stars

Staff is always courteous and helpful. Feel comfortable in discussing my medical concerns with Dr. Zawidniak and receiving resolutions to my health questions.

4 out of 5 stars

Dr. John Zawidniak is very knowledgeable doctor , listens to what you have to say about your problems and answers any questions you may have regarding your problems.

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor John Zawidniak is a very knowledgeable doctor and I got a lot of answers to my questions.

5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and professional. Highly recommended

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Zawidniak oversees my Rheumatoid Arthritis. He reviews my lab results and makes recommendations as appropriate. He prescribes the medication that greatly relieves the discomfort I had before being under his care. I know my RA is well monitored by his knowledge of the disease and its treatments. I am in good hands!

5 out of 5 stars

As a new patient Dr Zawidniak and his office staff exceeded my expectations with their efficient, helpful and friendly service. It was like coming home.

5 out of 5 stars

I was with my other provider for 20 years before I changed to Dr. Zawidniak. It has been nothing but exceptional care since I made the move. He really listens to his patients, him and his office staff are easy to get in touch with and more than prompt with their responses. Front desk staff offer a warm and inviting atmosphere. Very happy to have been a patient of his practice for almost 3 years now.

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor Zawidniak treats my mother with care, respect, and attention to her health. He takes his time and shows that he truly cares for his patient health.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Zawidniak is a knowledgeable provider. Knows how to talk to a patient and make her/him comfortable.

5 out of 5 stars

Listens and answered my questions and concerns.

1 out of 5 stars

He is a Rheumatologist… I have Lupus and fibromyalgia. I was told to address all my “fibromyalgia issues” with my primary care because he doesn’t handle that. It’s his job! My Primary Care was dumbfounded. I see online I am not the only one with this same complaint. I washed my hands of him and warn others to avoid him and not waste their time. Total disappointment!

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Medical Knowledge With Pleasant Customer Service.

1 out of 5 stars

Poor, would not recommend..wish I had a 2nd person in the room to hear how degrading he was..my PCP gave me number to call pt relations w my experience and she is finding me another doctor

1 out of 5 stars

I was referred to him but when I tried to set up the appointment, I had to fight to get in to see him because he refused to see me since I had a previous diagnosis of fibromyalgia (which was a misdiagnosis). I needed clearance from a rheumatologist before a surgery due to all the inflammation and joint pain. He barely gave me the time of day and didn't want to hear all my symptoms. I found a different doctor and found out I had some pretty serious autoimmune conditions that should have been addressed if only he was willing to be an actual doctor who wants to help his patients. I was extremely disappointed with the medical gaslighting and brush off treatment.

5 out of 5 stars

The personal is very attentive, kind and professional. The dr is excellent, good explanation and very smart. I have my time to talked with him about my symptoms and questions. Everything well, i recomended 100%.

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Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

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