4.7
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Peter Townsend is a gastroenterologist who specializes in digestive health care for children and adolescents. He earned his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and has been practicing medicine for 17 years. Dr. Townsend speaks English and brings extensive experience in pediatric gastroenterology to his practice.
Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Connecticut Children's Medical Center and sees patients in Hartford, Glastonbury, and Danbury, Connecticut. His expertise includes treating feeding disorders in infants, helping with picky eaters, and managing swallowing difficulties. He performs comprehensive metabolic panels and electrolyte panels to assess his young patients' nutritional and digestive health. Patients have given Dr. Townsend an average rating of 4.7 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Connecticut Children's Medical Center and sees patients in Hartford, Glastonbury, and Danbury, Connecticut. His expertise includes treating feeding disorders in infants, helping with picky eaters, and managing swallowing difficulties. He performs comprehensive metabolic panels and electrolyte panels to assess his young patients' nutritional and digestive health. Patients have given Dr. Townsend an average rating of 4.7 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 17 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of Massachusetts Medical School
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Peter Townsend has 3 locationsConnecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Glastonbury
310 Western BlvdGlastonbury, CT 06033 Tel: (860) 545-9560
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Danbury
105A Newtown RoadDanbury, CT 06810 Tel: (860) 545-9560
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Townsend
Medical Specialties
Dr. Peter Townsend has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Peter Townsend has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Massachusetts Medical SchoolGraduated in 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Peter Townsend affiliated with?
- Dr. Peter Townsend is affiliated with Connecticut Childrens Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Peter Townsend accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Peter Townsend accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Peter Townsend's office located?
- Dr. Peter Townsend's office is located at 282 Washington St, Hartford, CT, 06106.
- Does Dr. Peter Townsend accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Peter Townsend has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Peter Townsend speak?
- Dr. Peter Townsend speaks English.
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