Scott P. Sanderson, MD
Spine SurgeryNeurosurgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleHospital Affiliations
- Nuvance Health - Norwalk Hospital
- Nuvance Health - Danbury Hospital
- Nuvance Health - Putnam Hospital
About Scott P. Sanderson
Professional Statement
Dr. Scott Sanderson is a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeon, specializing in the surgical treatment of brain and spine conditions. He trained at New York University Medical Center, one of the most prestigious academic neurosurgical programs in the United States. Dr. Sanderson provides personalized state-of-the-art care to you in our shared local community.
Dr. Sanderson always considers nonsurgical options first and strives to design surgical plans using minimally-invasive techniques for back, neck and brain issues. He strongly believes in patient education because a well-informed patient will have a better experience.
Dr. Sanderson is a designated Premium Care Physician by UnitedHealth for meeting the UnitedHealth Premium® program criteria for quality and cost-efficient care.
When he is not serving his community, Dr. Sanderson is a family man and spends time with his wife and playing with his two boys and dog.
Get To Know Me
I love my job. I enjoy educating my patients and making them shared partners in decision-making. We will discuss the various treatment options together so that you and your family really understand the choices.
What is the most important thing your patients should expect from their professional relationship with you? What do you expect from them?
I am very straight forward and honest and usually don’t sugar-coat things. I have extensive experience and believe in an open and forthright conversation. I also expect the same from my patients.
How do you spend your personal time when you're not caring for patients?
My two boys run and jump on me when I get home from work every day. Happiness is in that moment. I enjoy biking, running, hiking, and playing board/card games and watching bad Sci-Fi on Netflix.
Why did you choose your specialty and what is its greatest reward?
I love the detective work in neurosurgery. The nervous system is amazing. I enjoy helping make my patients happier, with or without surgery. A thankful patient is the greatest satisfaction of all.
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Expertise
Education
- Residency: New York University Langone Medical Center, Neurosurgery, 2005
- Fellowship: New York University School of Medicine, Surgery (General Surgery), 2003
- Internship: New York University Langone Medical Center, Surgery (General Surgery), 2000
- Medical School: SUNY Upstate College of Health Professions, 1999
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery: American Board of Neurological Surgery
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Locations
- Nuvance Health Medical Practice - Neurosurgery Danbury
- 33 Hospital Avenue, Danbury, CT 06810
- Get Directions
- phone: 203-792-2003
- Nuvance Health Medical Practice - Neurosurgery Associates at Ridgefield
- 901 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield, CT 06877
- Get Directions
- phone: 203-792-2003
- fax: 203-739-8926
- Nuvance Health Medical Practice - Neurosurgery Norwalk (Main Ave.)
- 761 Main Avenue, Suite 201, Norwalk, CT 06851
- Get Directions
- phone: 203-792-2003
- fax: 203-739-8926
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem BlueCross Blue Shield Connecticut
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan
- Centivo
- Cigna
- ConnectiCare
- Consumer Health Network
- Coventry-Aetna
- Elderplan
- Emblem Health
- EmblemHealth
- Empire BlueCross Blue Shield
- Empire Health Plan
- Empire Plan
- Fidelis Care
- Humana Military
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid Connecticut
- Medicaid New York
- Medicare Connecticut
- Medicare New York
- Medicare Railroad
- Multiplan Inc
- MVP Health Care
- Northwell Direct
- Oxford Health Plans
- Tricare Humana Military
- United Healthcare
- US Family Health Plan
- Wellcare
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
182 ratings, 12 reviewsProvider star ratings are calculated using patient responses to the provider care questions in our patient experience survey. Below you can see the provider’s star rating and the number of his or her patients who have provided feedback. Ratings depicted represent those clinicians that have at least 30 completed surveys on a rolling 12 month basis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
Excellent doctor. Very nice and pleasant to deal with. Nothing else. Keep up the good work. Thanks!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2025
Dr Sanderson is an asset to the Nuvance Health team. He is extremely knowledgeable, excellent bedside manner and very compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Sanderson is very kind and cares about his patients, you're just not a number.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Dr . Sanderson is always very compassionate and an excellent surgeon !
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Thorough. Patient and helpful explaining my options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Dr. Sanderson is the BEST DR. Explained everything in detail. Never rushes. Patient and listens to all I had to say. I couldn’t think of using a different Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Very professional listen to what I had to say
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
He listens to what I have to say, and then he figures out a treatment plan and explores all avenues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Best doc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2025
Dr Sanderson was very up front with and told me everything that could happen Great Dr to talk to and answered all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/1/2025
Excellent Dr and communicatorl
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/1/2025
Wonderful doctor who explains things well and shows empathy for his patients