Dr. John Dunleavy, M.D., is a hip and knee specialist with exceptional joint replacement surgery experience. Dr. Dunleavy’s extensive training encompassed orthopedic surgery, pediatric orthopedics, oncology orthopedics, and plastic surgery at some of the most highly respected hospitals along the East Coast, including St. Lukes-Roosevelt, Columbia University; Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Harvard University; and Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
Dr. John Dunleavy, M.D., is a hip and knee specialist with exceptional joint replacement surgery experience. Dr. Dunleavy’s extensive training encompassed orthopedic surgery, pediatric orthopedics, oncology orthopedics, and plastic surgery at some of the most highly respected hospitals along the East Coast, including St. Lukes-Roosevelt, Columbia University; Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Harvard University; and Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
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Very informative and professional put alot of my nerves at ease
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
I greatly appreciated the time and thorough examination.
Dr. Dunleavy took the time to examine my knee and then went one step further to examine my hip on the same side. Explaining the alignment process would start with replacing the hip and then replacing the knee. That replacing the knee without addressing the hip would lead to miss alignment.
I have seen a number of surgeon's that never addressed my hip just wanted to schedule the knee replacement.
Hi prognosis was not what I wanted to hear, but what I needed to hear.
Dr Dunleavy didn't rush our appointment, answered all of my questions, even the ones I hadn't asked, and was not pushing surgery.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
The Dr was professional and efficient as well as informative and empathetic…
I was in and out with a clear diagnosis and treatment plan…a very good experience thank you
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He was wonderful. Very professional and understanding and helpful as to getting my procedure moving along quickly so I could go on vacation.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Just completed my 3rd surgery with Dr. Dunleavy. Experienced Excellent results on my Hip and was back to work in 4 weeks., 2 weeks earlier than Inwas approved for. The MAKO robot (also used on Olympic skiers) is the pinnacle of surgical methods and in my opinion for unequal precision. Don’t wait. Get it done.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Very knowledgeable and caring. Highly recommended.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Dunleavy was very rushed. Seemed to be preoccupied with getting to his next patient or something else.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
The best
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Dunleavy was very personable, and did a great job describing my X-rays and my situation. I will gladly go back to him as necessary.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very knowledgeable and kind, lots of patience to explain procedure
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
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2 Riverview Drive Danbury, CT 06810
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900 Main Street South Building 3 Southbury, CT 06488
Dr. John Dunleavy, M.D., is a hip and knee specialist with exceptional joint replacement surgery experience. Dr. Dunleavy’s extensive training encompassed orthopedic surgery, pediatric orthopedics, oncology orthopedics, and plastic surgery at some of the most highly respected hospitals along the East Coast, including St. Lukes-Roosevelt, Columbia University; Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Harvard University; and Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Dunleavy is an educator in his field and regularly schedules presentations and seminars on a variety of joint replacement topics. He is passionate about delivering optimal orthopedic care for his patients and has a commitment to excellence for both orthopedic trauma and routine conditions.
Very informative and professional put alot of my nerves at ease
I greatly appreciated the time and thorough examination. Dr. Dunleavy took the time to examine my knee and then went one step further to examine my hip on the same side. Explaining the alignment process would start with replacing the hip and then replacing the knee. That replacing the knee without addressing the hip would lead to miss alignment. I have seen a number of surgeon's that never addressed my hip just wanted to schedule the knee replacement. Hi prognosis was not what I wanted to hear, but what I needed to hear. Dr Dunleavy didn't rush our appointment, answered all of my questions, even the ones I hadn't asked, and was not pushing surgery.
The Dr was professional and efficient as well as informative and empathetic… I was in and out with a clear diagnosis and treatment plan…a very good experience thank you
He was wonderful. Very professional and understanding and helpful as to getting my procedure moving along quickly so I could go on vacation.
Just completed my 3rd surgery with Dr. Dunleavy. Experienced Excellent results on my Hip and was back to work in 4 weeks., 2 weeks earlier than Inwas approved for. The MAKO robot (also used on Olympic skiers) is the pinnacle of surgical methods and in my opinion for unequal precision. Don’t wait. Get it done.
Very knowledgeable and caring. Highly recommended.
Dr Dunleavy was very rushed. Seemed to be preoccupied with getting to his next patient or something else.
The best
Dr. Dunleavy was very personable, and did a great job describing my X-rays and my situation. I will gladly go back to him as necessary.
Very knowledgeable and kind, lots of patience to explain procedure