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Dr. Sean Esmende, MD
Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 45
Dr. Sean Esmende, MD
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Dr. Sean Esmende, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Hartford, CT.
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Dr. Sean Esmende, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 45
Hartford, CT
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sean Esmende, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Hartford, CT.

About Dr. Sean Esmende, MD

Dr. Esmende graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 2009 and completed a residency at Brown University Alpert Medical School. Dr. Sean Esmende, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Hartford, CT and has 17 years experience. Dr. Esmende has experience treating conditions like Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), Spondylolisthesis, Lumbar Radiculopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Radiculopathy, Radiculopathy, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Stenosis, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Degenerative Disc Disease, Broken Neck, Lumbosacral Radiculopathy, Myelopathy, Cervical Spine Myelopathy and Herniated Disc among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Esmende's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Esmende is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Enter a condition or procedure
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spondylolisthesis
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spondylolisthesis
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Spinal Stenosis
Cervical Radiculopathy
Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Anterior Interbody Lumbar Fusion (ALIF)
Cervical Stenosis
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Spinal Fusion
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Degenerative Disc Disease
Broken Neck
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Myelopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Herniated Disc
Spinal Cord Decompression
Back Pain
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Sciatica
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Cervical Spinal Fusion
Whiplash
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Thoracic Compression Fracture
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Scoliosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Upper Back Pain
Spinal Discectomy
Femur Fracture
Hip Fracture
Spine Fracture Treatment
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Rotator Cuff Tear
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Chiari's Deformity
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Joint Pain
Knee Disorders
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Sclerosis
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
Wrist Fracture
Disc Replacement
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture Repair
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Herniated Disc Surgery
Joint Drainage
Posterior Interbody Lumbar Fusion (ALIF)
Posterior Lumbar Fusion With Robotic Assistance
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Surgery
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Navigate HMO
    Options PPO
    Navigate Plus POS
    Choice Plus POS
  • Freedom
    Liberty
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna HMO
    Cigna PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • BlueCard PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Century Preferred-CT PPO
    Pathway X Enhanced (Ind -)-CT HMO
    BlueCare - CT HMO
  • Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    APCN Choice POS II
    Aetna HMO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
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    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health

Where Dr. Sean Esmende, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Orthopedic Associates Of Hartford-Hartford
    31 Seymour St Ste 100, Hartford, CT 06106
  2. 2 Orthopedic Associates of Hartford PC
    345 Western Blvd, Glastonbury, CT 06033
  3. 3 Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center LLC
    150 Enterprise Dr, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Sunday
    08:00 - 16:00
  4. 4 Orthopedic Associates of Hartford PC
    499 Farmington Ave Ste 300, Farmington, CT 06032

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Dec 15, 2025
Dr. Sean Esmende is, without question, one of the best doctors I have ever had the privilege of being treated by. From day one, he has gone above and beyond for me not only as a physician, but as a genuine human being who truly cares about his patients.Navigating a workers’ compensation injury can be overwhelming and stressful, but Dr. Esmende consistently made me feel heard, respected, and supported every step of the way. He takes the time to actually listen to your concerns, explains everything clearly, and never makes you feel rushed or dismissed. You don’t feel like just another patient, you feel like family.His professionalism, knowledge, and dedication are unmatched. He advocates for his patients, stands firm when care is medically necessary, and truly wants the best outcome for you. On top of being an outstanding doctor, he is an even better person. He is compassionate, honest, and trustworthy.I would recommend Dr. Esmende to anyone who needs orthopedic care or assistance
— Dec 15, 2025
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Meet Dr. Sean Esmende, MD

Specialties*
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
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FAQs About Dr. Esmende's Practice

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Dr. Esmende frequently treats the following conditions: Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), Spondylolisthesis, Lumbar Radiculopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Radiculopathy, Radiculopathy, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Stenosis, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Degenerative Disc Disease, Broken Neck, Lumbosacral Radiculopathy, Myelopathy, Cervical Spine Myelopathy and Herniated Disc. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Sean Esmende, MD is affiliated with Hartford Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Sean Esmende, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    2009
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship
  • Brown University Alpert Medical School
    2010
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Brown University Alpert Medical School
    2014
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
    2016
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Sean Esmende, MD Practices

  • Hartford Hospital

    80 Seymour St, Hartford, CT

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