Richard L. Manzo, M.D.

Dr. Richard L. Manzo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder care. He treats a wide range of upper extremity conditions—from rotator cuff injuries and tendon repairs to fractures and nerve issues—at NOSS (Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics & Spine Specialists, P.C.) and Waterbury Hospital, using advanced surgical and non-surgical techniques.

As a former Division 1 collegiate athlete, Dr. Manzo understands firsthand the urgency of getting patients—especially active individuals—safely back to the sports, work, and hobbies they love. His approach emphasizes personalized, safe return-to-activity plans, whether you’re an athlete or simply trying to regain pain-free movement.

Patients appreciate his clear communication, approachable demeanor, and thoroughness. One shared, “Dr. Manzo took time to explain every step and gave me options—not just surgery. I felt heard and confident in his care.” Another wrote, “He’s kind, skilled, and truly listens. I couldn’t ask for better care.”

Dr. Manzo earned his undergraduate degree at Princeton University, his medical degree and orthopedic surgery residency from the University of Connecticut and completed advanced fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery at Tufts-New England Baptist Hospital.

Recognized as a Top Doctor in Connecticut, Dr. Manzo blends technical precision with down-to-earth care, helping each patient feel empowered in their recovery journey. Outside of medicine, Dr. Manzo enjoys life in Southbury with his wife and three children.

Dr. Manzo specializes in:

• Simple and Complex Hand and Wrist Trauma and Fractures

• Open and Arthroscopic Surgery of the Shoulder and Elbow

• Complex Fracture Care of the Upper and Lower Extremities