John Rowat Telford Monson, M.D.

Colon & Rectal Surgery

John Rowat Telford Monson is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Danbury, CT with over 47 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(203) 739-7000Danbury, CT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 47 years in colon & rectal surgery, John Rowat Telford Monson, M.D. is a long-established colon & rectal surgery specialist in Danbury. He has been in practice for 47+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 4 Colon & Rectal Surgery providers in CTSee all Colon & Rectal Surgery in Danbury47+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 255dNPPES updated 2025-09-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

24 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT 06810-6077

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+7%)56%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Cancer
Higher than avg (+34%)55%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+13%)43%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+5%)39%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+3%)35%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-1%)33%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Sep 9, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 47 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Colon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.

Taxonomy: 208C00000X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

24 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT 06810-6099

Differs from practice location

Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With John Rowat Telford Monson

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with John Rowat Telford Monson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Danbury required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Rowat Telford Monson

Dr. Monson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Danbury, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 739-7000.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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