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.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 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

Peter Townsend has 3 locations

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Glastonbury

310 Western BlvdGlastonbury, CT 06033
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
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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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Hartford , CTSACRAMENTO , CABerlin , CTTorrington , CT
Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Peter Townsend

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • ConnectiCare
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Peter Townsend has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Peter Townsend has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Peter Townsend holds an active medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Connecticut that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Massachusetts Medical School in 2009.

NPI Number

Peter Townsend's NPI number is 1093080749.

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