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Dr. Alfred Hicks, DO

Dr. Alfred Hicks, DO

Orthopedic Surgeon
505 Willard Ave, Newington, CT
4.76
“Dr Hicks was excellent. He took his time, reviewed current and past radio graphic studies, developed a sound clinical hypothesis and set a reasonable action plan. Highly recommend him. Getting to him was a challenge because the office staff kept trying to schedule me with someone else or a PA. I really wanted to see him. Happy to use ZocDoc to make my own appointment!”
Francis G.January 6, 2026
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Overall rating

4.76

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“Dr Hicks was excellent. He took his time, reviewed current and past radio graphic studies, developed a sound clinical hypothesis and set a reasonable action plan. Highly recommend him. Getting to him was a challenge because the office staff kept trying to schedule me with someone else or a PA. I really wanted to see him. Happy to use ZocDoc to make my own appointment!”
Francis G.January 6, 2026
“Dr. Hicks was personable, professional, experienced and, seemingly, up-to-date on use of the latest computer technology. He did a thorough assessment, checked my images and achieved a plan of care in a decidedly fully interactive manner. He answered all questions unreservedly. He has a great sense of humor and was fun to converse with. Highly recommended!!”
Susanna T.October 3, 2025

About Dr. Alfred Hicks

Alfred Hicks, DO, specializes in all aspects of non-surgical and surgical care of the adult and pediatric spine. His scope of surgical practice includes minimally invasive procedures, surgery on the cervical and lumbar spine including artificial disc replacement, spinal deformity including scoliosis, traumatic injuries of the spine, tumor and infection. He treats patients with neck and back pain as well as pain radiating down their arms or legs. He is known for carefully listening to each patient to determine the best treatment plan, almost always starting with conservative methods which may include physical therapy, medications or injections. Dr. Hicks received his medical degree from Midwestern University in the greater Chicago area and completed his residency in Orthopedic surgery at Peninsula Hospital, a member of the LIJ Health system on Long Island, New York. He then went on to complete a fellowship in spinal surgery at the renowned Leatherman Spine Center in Louisville, Kentucky. At the Leatherman Spine Institute fellows practice with both neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine surgeons gaining well-rounded surgical and non-surgical experience. After fellowship, he served as a Lieutenant Commander in the United States Navy. He was a staff Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Naval Hospital Camp LeJeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina. In 2010-2011 he served a tour of duty in South Helmand province at Bastion Hospital where he performed over 450 surgeries on victims of improvised explosive devices, gunshots and a wide variety of other injuries.

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Areas of expertise

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Disorders of the thoracic spine
Lower back pain
Fracture/dislocation treatment pelvis/hip/femur
Disorders of the thoracic spine
Lower back pain
Fracture/dislocation treatment pelvis/hip/femur

Office locations

MOSA - Middlesex Orthopedic & Spine Associates (1 of 5)
505 Willard Ave, Newington, CT 06111
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MOSA - Middlesex Orthopedic & Spine Associates (2 of 5)
512 Saybrook Rd, Ste 100, Middletown, CT 06457
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MOSA - Middlesex Orthopedic & Spine Associates (3 of 5)
5 Pequot Prk Rd, Ste 202, Westbrook, CT 06498
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MOSA - Middlesex Orthopedic & Spine Associates (4 of 5)
14 Jones Hollow Rd, Ste 5, Marlborough, CT 06447
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MOSA - Middlesex Orthopedic & Spine Associates (5 of 5)
211 S Main St, Middletown, CT 06457
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Education and background

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Education and training

  • Medical School - Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Peninsula Hospital Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Norton Leatherman Spine Center, Fellowship in Spinal Surgery
  • State University of New York, Albany (Bachelor's)
  • Georgetown University, Master's in Human Physiology and Biophysics

Professional memberships

  • American Osteopathic Association
  • American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1376744565

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.76
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr Hicks was excellent. He took his time, reviewed current and past radio graphic studies, developed a sound clinical hypothesis and set a reasonable action plan. Highly recommend him. Getting to him was a challenge because the office staff kept trying to schedule me with someone else or a PA. I really wanted to see him. Happy to use ZocDoc to make my own appointment!
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Dr. Hicks was personable, professional, experienced and, seemingly, up-to-date on use of the latest computer technology. He did a thorough assessment, checked my images and achieved a plan of care in a decidedly fully interactive manner. He answered all questions unreservedly. He has a great sense of humor and was fun to converse with. Highly recommended!!
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I had thoughts of what I wanted to get out of the doctor's visit. There was information I wanted to make sure was heard, understood, and responded too. I didn't have to try and force information. He was thorough and without me having to ask to or say accomplished what I was hoping for out of the appointment.
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Dr. Alfred Hicks has 5 office locations, including in Middletown, Westbrook, Marlborough, and Newington, view full addresses on Dr. Hicks's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Alfred Hicks?

Dr. Alfred Hicks frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Neck Pain, Sciatica, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Alfred Hicks on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Alfred Hicks speak?

Dr. Alfred Hicks speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Alfred Hicks in reviews?

37 patients have reviewed Dr. Alfred Hicks. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.76/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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