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Dr. Aaron Covey, MD

Dr. Aaron Covey, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Aaron Covey, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Wallingford, CT and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Covey has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from yale University in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Midstate Medical Center and The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 93 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (93 reviews)

Practice

863 N Main Street Ext Ste 200 Wallingford, CT 06492

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Covey is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center Meriden, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Covey specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Covey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Covey

4.1
93 ratings, 65 with a written review
5 star
76%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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He himself is a great doctor .. however waiting 90 minutes when I had an appointment is ridiculous. I will look for somewhere else to go
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Apr 23, 2025
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The best experience
Dr. Covey was exceptional during my visit with him. He has a positive demeanor and great bedside manner. I did not feel rushed throughout my appointment as he took the time to listen to my concerns in and empathetic manner.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 07, 2025
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Caring Professional
Dr. Covey takes the time to listen and discuss the plan moving forward. He has great recall and gives alternate treatments options that are available.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 28, 2025
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Highly recommend!
Very professional! Dr Covey had repaired my rotator cuff and this was the first post operation appointment. He took the time to explain the next steps in my recovery. He went over the temporary limitations and what I can do at this time. He described the surgical repair in layman terms. He provided clear explanation of the physical therapy required going forward post op.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Matt B – Nov 24, 2024
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Simply the Best
Dr Covey combines outstanding medical knowledge with a real life approach and a caring, heartfelt delivery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joseph Bonassar – Nov 23, 2024
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From the moment I walked in till I left everyone I met was courteous. The Dr. listened to me and took the time to explain the reasons for my pain.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 23, 2024
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Plica syndrome - knee
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 23, 2024
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I recomend Dr. Covey 100 percent.
The respect,the concern & the frendly way to treat you.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jorge L. Acevedo – Nov 20, 2024
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Exceptional - Dr. Covey and his entire team!
Exceptional service, exceptional, kindness, and professionalism!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Chief Bob K – Oct 01, 2024
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Very professional and also staff.
Dr. Covey provided excellent care with my shoulder surgery and answered all my questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 11, 2024
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TKR
The experience I had with Dr. Covey was nothing short of fantastic. I felt extremely comfortable in his care! He spent time with me and was very empathetic with my needs and concerns. I've seen him with a couple orthopedic concerns in the past and the outcomes were always successful. I had a total knee replacement this year on March 12, 2024 and I was back at work in 6 weeks. Minimal pain and minimal scaring. It all went smooth and Dr Covey made me feel so relaxed about the whole procedure. (I'm very nervous about medical issues), but thanks to him I was so calm!I really hit the jack pot with him! Thank you Dr. Covey!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Vicki Marinaro – Jun 21, 2024
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Very likely
Telehealth
This is my second appointment with him. He makes me feel very comfortable and I happen to like him a lot. He gives me a very good vibe.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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David Jackson – May 31, 2024
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Felt very slightly at my appointment
This was a catastrophic event for me and a routine visit for him. He spent at most 2 minutes with me and never even examined me.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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May 21, 2024
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Top notch!
The doctor and the rest of the staff were very knowledgeable, accommodating and patient oriented. They all went beyond expectations.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jim Harriman – May 21, 2024
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I'm a senior and in my 4th month of recovery from 'Total Shoulder replacement' surgery by Dr. Covey. I'm very happy with the outcome. Dr. Covey's professionalism inspired confidence and his clarity about the importance of my part in a successful outcome motivated me to follow his instructions for the post operation recovery work.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Apr 03, 2024
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surgery factory
When I saw Doctor Covey in early January of 2022 for the first time, I was there to evaluate my arthritic hip. Within minutes after my X-ray he was suggesting total hip replacement surgery dates at the end of January or February. I was very surprised by the speed of the whole thing. I felt rushed through, but I scheduled a surgery, and continued getting opinions. I rescheduled a couple of times and did a lot of research. I even went back to him to ask more questions, but he seemed quite annoyed that I was asking questions, especially questions about hip resurfacing, which is a surgery he says he used to perform. He declared that anything good about resurfacing I had heard was just marketing. Clearly he wanted me to think that, because he does not do that surgery. At that point, I just canceled and kept looking. I ended up going to the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan. Dr Edwin Su did a resurfacing for me, and It is like my hip never had a problem; it is perfect.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 17, 2024
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Was a good visit
My visit was great. Very nice Dr highly recommend
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2024
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Excellent care!
Dr. Covey is very personable and always takes time to talk to you and to explain what your issue may be and what he can do for you. I've been seeing Dr. Covey for around 20 years and trust his expertise.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Larry – Jan 27, 2024
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Amazing visit
Dr. Covey is very personable and compassionate. He gets to the heart of the problem and is quick to help you find a solution. Definitely worth the wait.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Julianna M. – Jan 09, 2024
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Knee pain review
Had knee pain in a different place than my previous visit.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 09, 2023
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About Me

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Dr. Aaron Covey, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Wallingford, CT and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Covey has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from yale University...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

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  • Yale University

    Medical School, 2002
  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Comprehensive Orthopedics & Musculoskeletal Care LLC863 N Main Street Ext Ste 200 Wallingford, CT 06492
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Practice

Comprehensive Orthopedics & Musculoskeletal Care LLC455 Lewis Ave Ste 101 Meriden, CT 06451
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Office601 N Main St Southington, CT 06489
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Medicare NSC714 S Main St Cheshire, CT 06410
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Midstate Medical Center

    435 Lewis Ave
    Meriden, CT 06451
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General Campus

    100 Grand St
    New Britain, CT 06052
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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