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Van Backer, Justin, MD

Gender

Male

Language

English

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
  • Thoracic Surgery
Areas of Expertise
Achalasia, Acid Reflux Surgery, Airway and Esophageal Stent, Antireflux Surgery, Bronchoscopy, Chest Wall Resection, da Vinci Robotic Surgery, Endoscopy, Esophageal Cancer, Esophagectomy, Foregut Surgery, Fundoplication, Gastroesophageal Reflux Surgery (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Hiatal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic Foregut Surgery, Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Mediastinal Masses, Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy, Minimally Invasive Foregut Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Pleural Biopsy, Robotic Surgery, Thoracic Oncology, Thymic Carcinoma, Thymoma, VATS Surgery, Zenker's Diverticulum

Hospitals and Organizations

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

Education

Fellowship
University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital

Internship
Albany Medical Center

Medical School
University of Vermont College of Medicine

Residency
Albany Medical Center

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Van Backer is the best doctor I have ever had. I consider myself lucky to be treated by him. His professionalism flows down to everyone in the office.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Van Backer was thorough in explaining my surgery and what to expect. He answered all my questions. Dr. Van Backer was very friendly and put me at ease at a very stressful time.

5 out of 5 stars

I was very impressed with the care and compassion I received from Dr Van Backer. He was very kind, explained procedures thoroughly, and I feel like he really listened to my concerns.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Van Backer was awesome. He explained in layman's terms so that I understood what would happen.

5 out of 5 stars

Have always had a pleasant experience.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Van Backer is ALWAYS the perfect combination of surgeon and human. He never is condescending and he always makes you feel important

5 out of 5 stars

I like Dr Backer

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

All of the people were amazing. The test was the complete opposite

5 out of 5 stars

Extremely thoughtful and caring, always made us feel heard and understood our concerns. He also made us feel so comfortable and well informed on the procedure that he was going to perform.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr.Van Backer is an amazing surgeon and he explains things in language I can understand. His bedside manner is great and no questions are stupid. I am cancer free right now because of this man. I will totally recommend Dr. Van Backer to anyone who needs his services. Thank you Dr. Van Backer.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Justin Van Backer is an excellent surgeon. He is very professional and highly skilled. He has wonderful bedside manner. His office is extremely efficient as well. When they say they’re going to do something, it gets done. I really appreciate that! Hartford Healthcare is very blessed to have him part of their surgical team. I would recommend him to anybody that needs surgery. He is honest and forthright. He has a bright future.

5 out of 5 stars

Very dedicated personnel,respectful and supportive to the patients

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Van Backer is an outstanding surgeon who took the time to explain all of the procedures, and alternative treatments. He really listened to my concerns and did everything that he could to avoid open surgery.

5 out of 5 stars

Very comfortable discussing my issue and options

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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, Multiplan, 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, HMC/ Northeast Healthcare, Medspan Commercial, Medspan Medicare

This information is subject to change at any time. Please check with your insurance provider before scheduling your appointment or receiving services to confirm they are a participating member of the Hartford HealthCare network.

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