Dr. Regina Hillsman
Orthopedic Surgery
Naugatuck, CT
46 years experience female
Locations
R Hillsman, MD., PC Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Naugatuck, CT
Phone
Practice website
About
Bio
My name is Dr R Hillsman. I am a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon. I specialize in Neck, Shoulder, Back,Knee, Wrist, Ankle & Elbow injuries. I also specialiize in Sports & Work related injuries, Arthritis, Pinched nerves, Bone spurs and Fractures. Proper care starts with a proper diagnosis.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Orthopedic Surgery
Languages spoken
English, German
Doctor Q&A
15 Answers
2 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Consult your ob firs: Discuss this with your ob, this may be related to bursitis or an impingement. I would consult first with the OB first.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Mobilty.: Reduce calories and increase mobility. As always consult your dr before starting an exercise program.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 36-year-old female asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Vaginal Odor: Underlying health issues may cause odor and leakage. Over growth of microscopic fungi may make the discharge dense and thick in texture. Make an app... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Contact your communi: Contact your community orthopedic. You may need xrays or MRI to determine what is causing the recent flare ups.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 17-year-old female asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Soreness: You ever notice after a fall or doing work you notice the pain is worse the next day? This is related to the medications wearing off. I would see my d... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A male asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Abdominal pain: I would recommend to see a general practitioner, additional studies may be indicated.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Reproductive System: A gynegology exam should be done to rule out issues. Also follow up with your primary care physician.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 52-year-old female asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Knee: Walking and strengthening of the muscles in the leg are key, resistance bands work well also. Riding a staionary bike is also a great way of excersis... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Emergency help: I recommend going to the emergency room at once without delay or call 911. This may be signs of a life threatening problem..
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 28-year-old male asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Bone Spur: Recovery is based on the amount of work needed to repair your bone spur. Full recovery following surgery can take anywhere from one to six months. Mo... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 37-year-old female asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Coffee: Coffee may not contain alot of calories but the extras added to coffe have more influence and sabotage for moderate weight management.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Family history: It could very well be related to arthritis if you have had a family history but if not i would have it looked at by an prthopedic.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 49-year-old member asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
UTI: I would seek a urologist at one. This may be more serious and related to the kidneys.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Pill: Immediately in some people. But it takes about 30 days for the pill to wear off. I would see a gyn doctor.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Regina Hillsmananswered
46 years experience
Left shoulder pain: Unfortunately it is no guarantee with a procedure such as that and if you continue to experience difficulties you should consider pain management or c... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
TestimonialsRecommendations and Thank you notes are endorsements given from patients or other doctors.
Recommendations and Thank you notes are endorsements given from patients or other doctors.
2
Recommendations
16
Thank you notes
HealthTap member
Mar 31, 2015
Dr. hillsman is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
HealthTap member
Mar 31, 2015
Dr. hillsman is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
HealthTap member
Thanks for your quick reply! thanks for the advise
HealthTap member
Thank you, your answer was very helpful!
HealthTap member
Thank you, your answer was very helpful!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
George Washington University Medical School, DC
Graduated 1977MD
Residency
MONTEFIORE MEDICAL CENTER
Awards
HealthTap Founding Doctor
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions, provide medical advice, write prescriptions, and more.
Answer emailed
in 24 hours or less