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Kershen, Richard Todd, MD

Language

English, Spanish

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).

Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Urology – Board Certified
  • Urogynecology
Areas of Expertise
Advance Male Sling, Artificial Urinary Sphincter, Bladder Retraining, Botox, Cystocele, Erectile Dysfunction, Fecal Incontinence, Female Urinary Incontinence, Female Urology, Fistulas, Incontinence, Male Incontinence, Male Stress Incontinence, Men's Health, Men's Health and Sexual Function, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Neurogenic Bladder, Neuromodulation, Overactive Bladder, Painful Bladder Syndrome, Pelvic Health and Incontinence, Pelvic Organ Prolapse, Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Post-Prostatectomy, Prolapse, Rectocele, Robotic Surgery, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Urethral Diverticulum, Urethral Strictures, Urethroplasty, Urge Incontinence, Urge Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence, Urodynamic Testing, Vaginal Bulge, Vaginal Mesh Complications, Vaginal Prolapse

Hospitals and Organizations

  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Hartford Hospital
  • Integrated Care Partners
  • The Hospital of Central Connecticut
  • West Hartford Surgery Center

Education

Medical School
Albert Einstein School of Medicine

Internship
Boston University Medical Center

Residency
Boston University School of Medicine

Fellowship
Baylor College of Medicine ‐ Female Urology, Neurology, Voiding Dysfunction
Children's Hospital (Boston)

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Kershner was excellent. He expressed his opinion firmly and clearly

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Kershen and his team did an excellent job as always.

5 out of 5 stars

Every step of procedure was explained in detail.

5 out of 5 stars

I will always recommend my doctors from Hartford Healthcare everybody has been wonderful they treat me like I'm part of their family

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Kershen has been amazing to work with and performed a complex surgery which restored the quality of my daily life. He has always explained everything and answered all my questions. I can't thank him enough.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Kershen is very carlng and brilliant !!!!!

5 out of 5 stars

I will ABSOLUTELY recommend Dr Kerschen for any urological care.

5 out of 5 stars

The person who was in charge was very clear in what I was to experience and put me at ease throughout the procedure.

5 out of 5 stars

I truly appreciate how kind and personable the young woman the young woman that stayed In the room and assisted Dr. Kershen was.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Kirsten is always very personable, helpful and thoughtful. No major changes had to occur that he was clear and did not make me feel rushed at all. He will also make accommodations if needed in the future.

5 out of 5 stars

There are no complaints, Im very pleased with the care I received

5 out of 5 stars

I would highly recommebd DR. Kershen. He is very intelligent and thoughtful.

4.8 out of 5 stars

Doctor was excellent, gave me more confidence than previous appointments with mid-level providers

4.6 out of 5 stars

I like the staff, including the doctor. It's just impossible to get through to office and Dr. Kershen schedule is crazy. When it is necessary to see him, you need to schedule way in advance and hope you don't need to reschedule. Maybe all urologists are like this.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Kershen reviewed my urinary issues and previous tests. After some discussion, he advised me as to what we should do. We talked about what would be most appropriate and what may be of concern. I found the visit to be very informative and thorough. I would recommend Dr Kershen to anybody needing urinary medical care.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Kershen is always professional and caring. I am very happy to have him as specialty doctor for quite some time.

1 out of 5 stars

I had met with Dr. Kershen twice prior to my procedure. At those first two visits he seemed concerned for my well being, he had explained my options. I opted for an in office procedure, it seemed to be the least invasive.Before the procedure Dr. Kershen told me he would explain everything he was doing; he did not. During the very painful procedure he showed no empathy. He lost his patience with me. I was not given any aftercare instructions when I left his office. I felt violated by the time the procedure was finished. I did file a grievance; they basically just tried to explain everything away. I had never been treated so harshly by a doctor prior to Dr. Kershen.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Kershen is outstanding. I travel over a hour each time to see him. The telephone system and hoops you need to climb through to get through to this office leaves a lot to be desired.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Kershen is the absolute best!!

5 out of 5 stars

I've been to too many urologists but Dr. Kershen is by far the best experience I've had. His nurse assistant made a very unpleasant test comfortable.

Bio

Dr. Richard Kershen, is a Board Certified Urologic Surgeon with sub-specialty fellowship certification in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and expertise in urinary incontinence, voiding dysfunction and reconstructive pelvic surgery in both women and men. In 2025, he received a designation as a Center of Excellence for the Boston Scientific AMS 800™ Artificial Urinary Sphincter, a distinction that reflects his advanced expertise in treating male stress urinary incontinence and his commitment to delivering high-quality, specialized care. Prior to joining Hartford HealthCare, Dr. Kershen practiced at the University of Vermont College of Medicine where he served as clinician, researcher, and educator at the Associate Professor level in the Department of Surgery/Division of Urology. In Vermont, he pioneered the development of and served as Medical Director for Fletcher Allen Hospital’s Continence Center, the first multi-disciplinary center for the treatment of male and female pelvic disorders in New England. Dr. Kershen completed his Residency in Urologic Surgery at The Boston University School of Medicine followed by a two-year Fellowship in Female Urology, Voiding Dysfunction, Neurourology and Urodynamics at The Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kershen is well published in scientific and medical journals and has presented original research at national and international conferences. He has participated in numerous clinical trials including studies of botulinum toxin (Botox) for the treatment of overactive bladder as well as novel inject-able urethral bulking agents for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence. His most recent research has involved understanding lower urinary tract dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease as well as the prevention and treatment of complications related to vaginal mesh. Dr. Kershen is a member of the Society of Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine and Urogenital Reconstruction, the International Continence Society, the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons, the American Urological Association and the New England Section of the AUA. He prides himself on providing expert and compassionate care to his patients.

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Aetna, Anthem, BCBS Medicare, CarePartners of Connecticut, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, First Health Group Corp., Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Health New England, Healthy Connecticut, Northeast Health Direct, One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, Oxford Health Plans, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, United Healthcare, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc.

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