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Barczak, Rafal, MD

Gender

Male

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
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • General Surgery
Areas of Expertise
Anal Cancer, Anal Fistulas and Fissures, Cancer of the Small Intestine, Cancer Screening, Colectomies, Colonoscopy, Constipation, Crohn's Disease, Diverticular Disease, Gastric Cancers, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Incontinence, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Inherited Colorectal Cancers, Intestinal Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pilonidal Disease Surgery

Hospitals and Organizations

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

Education

Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic

Medical School
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Residency
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Undergraduate
Boston College

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

As always, five stars to Dr. Barczak. I left informed, confident that we will navigate these new health issues, and knowing that hes got my back.

5 out of 5 stars

He is a straight shooter,kind and compassionate,thorough and gentle.

5 out of 5 stars

I have not a single complaint. Excellent care!

5 out of 5 stars

I have another problems with health because water restriction and he gave to me different test.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Barzcak is by far my favorite physician

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Barczak is incredible!Best bedside manner & personality in any Dr that I've ever known!

5 out of 5 stars

This Dr is excellent treats you like your the most important case.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Barczak is a very good doctor and has wonderful bedside manner.

5 out of 5 stars

He told me I had a couple options and recommended one of the options so I did the option he recommended he is very nice down to earth.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Barzak{sp?} was very clear and spoke so I could understand what he was saying in his examination and professional

5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased with the whole experience

5 out of 5 stars

I'll say it again - Dr. Barczak saved my life! He diagnosed my condition immediately - after 18 months, 3 other doctors, a hundred tests and prescriptions, and he fixed it all after meeting me in the emergency room one time. It was all so amazing! After the surgery, everything was perfect! No pain, no suffering, with a perfect result.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

Amazing surgeon saved my life twice .

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Barczak and his staff are super. They are Friendly and have compassion for the situation I am in. I recently moved 35 minutes away from their office and still go to them because I trust them and know I am receiving the best care possible. Dr.Barczak is Fantastic!!!

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Barczak was so warm and reassuring upon meeting him and going over my diagnosis and treatment plan. He and his PA. checked in on my numerous times during my hospital stay. I couldn’t have been in better hands and am very thankful to be his patient

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Barczak is an excellent, thorough doctor and surgeon. He listens and takes the time to explain and answer questions. I trust him completely and recommend him to friends and family need a colorectal MD.

Bio

Dr. Rafal Barczak is a colorectal surgeon with Hartford HealthCare. Clinically, his interests include: inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease; minimally-invasive intestinal surgery; colectomy; colorectal cancer screening and treatment; inherited colorectal disease; sphincter sparing cancer surgery; hemorrhoids; rectal prolapse; rectopexy; treating polyps of the colon and rectum; transanal endoscopic microsurgery; diverticulitis; anal fistulas and fissures; gastrointestinal surgery; anal cancer; cancer of the small intestine; bowel incontinence; constipation; pouchitis; proctitis; perirectal abscesses; pilonidal cysts; and sacral nerve stimulation for treatment of fecal incontinence.

After finishing his undergraduate degree at Boston College, Dr. Barczak earned a medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Connecticut and a clinical and research colorectal fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Florida.

Dr. Barczak is fluent in Polish and proficient in Russian. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons and the Society of American Gastrointestinal & Endoscopic Surgeons.

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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

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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