Summary

Dr. Held graduated from the Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University in 1998. She works in Hartford, CT and specializes in Pediatrics. Dr. Held is affiliated with Connecticut Childrens Medical Center, Yale New Haven Hospital and Connecticut Childrens Waterbury.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 28 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Hartford (85 Seymour St.)

85 Seymour StHartford, CT 06106
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

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4.8 
28 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks Spanish, French
Hartford , CTFranklin , TNFranklin , TNHartford , CT
Med School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University Med School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana - Bogota, Colombia Med School: New Jersey Medical School Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa R. Held has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa R. Held has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Fever
  • Hepatitis C
  • HIV Infections
  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS)
  • Immunization
  • Infection
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatrics

Medical School

Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry UniversityGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Melissa Held speak?
Dr. Melissa Held speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Melissa Held's office located?
Dr. Melissa Held's office is located at 85 Seymour St, Hartford, CT, 06106.
Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Held affiliated with?
Dr. Melissa Held is affiliated with Connecticut Childrens Medical Center, Yale New Haven Hospital, and Connecticut Childrens Waterbury.

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