Dr. Edmund A. Ganal, MD, is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon at OrthoConnecticut, specializing in Sports Medicine. A Tufts Medical graduate and former US Navy Battalion Surgeon, he completed his fellowship training at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute. Dr. Ganal focuses on shoulder, knee, and hip arthroscopy, serving as a Team Physician for the US Ski and Snowboard teams.
Dr. Edmund A. Ganal, MD, is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon at OrthoConnecticut, specializing in Sports Medicine. A Tufts Medical graduate and former US Navy Battalion Surgeon, he completed his fellowship training at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute. Dr. Ganal focuses on shoulder, knee, and hip arthroscopy, serving as a Team Physician for the US Ski and Snowboard teams.
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Personable,friendly listens to a patient. Great bedside manner and a great Dr!
(5 days ago)
Jun-2026
Very professional and definitely a doctor I will recommend, put me to ease and explained everything so simply.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
I am having both knees treated with Euflexa.
He is exceptionally knowledgeable and kind.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
He listened and tried to understand what my problem was. He always comes up with a solution.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
All I could say is he was excellent.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Dr. Edmund Gana is an excellent surgeon. He gives exceptional time and care to his patience with compassion and excellent counseling for health improvement and management. I highly recommend Dr. Ganal.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Clear, concise, attentive care.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Patient, kind, informative, takes time with patient.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
I felt like I was rushed out of the appointment after waiting 20+ mins to be seen. The Dr recommended physical therapy but I don't feel like he told me why I'm in pain, or really gave me any help at all.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Danbury
2 Riverview Drive Danbury, CT 06810
New Milford
131 Kent Road New Milford, CT 06776
Sharon
50 Amenia Road Sharon, CT 06069
Edmund A. Ganal, M.D., graduated magna cum laude with Revelle Provost honors from University of California, San Diego with a degree in biochemistry and cell biology, was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, and played NCAA soccer. He volunteered on a medical mission to the Philippines before attending Tufts University School of Medicine on a Health Professional Scholarship. Dr. Ganal completed a general surgery internship then served as a battalion surgeon with the Marines where he deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. After completing orthopedic residency at Naval Medical Center San Diego, he was stationed at Newport, RI where he deployed to Afghanistan for Operation Enduring Freedom and took care of combat casualties. He completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado and specializes in shoulder, knee and hip arthroscopy.
Dr. Ganal is currently a team physician for the US Men’s and Women’s Ski and Snowboard teams, New Milford High School and Joel Barlow High School in Redding. He has provided medical coverage for Mountain Dew Winter Tour Games, the Naval Academy Preparatory School, and Eagle Valley High School. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He has served 13 years in the United States Navy and is looking forward to bringing his experience to Western Connecticut.
Personable,friendly listens to a patient. Great bedside manner and a great Dr!
Very professional and definitely a doctor I will recommend, put me to ease and explained everything so simply.
I am having both knees treated with Euflexa. He is exceptionally knowledgeable and kind.
He listened and tried to understand what my problem was. He always comes up with a solution.
All I could say is he was excellent.
Dr. Edmund Gana is an excellent surgeon. He gives exceptional time and care to his patience with compassion and excellent counseling for health improvement and management. I highly recommend Dr. Ganal.
Clear, concise, attentive care.
Patient, kind, informative, takes time with patient.
I felt like I was rushed out of the appointment after waiting 20+ mins to be seen. The Dr recommended physical therapy but I don't feel like he told me why I'm in pain, or really gave me any help at all.