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Dr. Peter Townsend, MD

Dr. Peter Townsend, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology*

Dr. Peter Townsend, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in Hartford, CT. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Backus Hospital and Connecticut Children's Medical Center-Hartford. He is accepting new patients.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Connecticut Children's Medical Center

282 Washington St Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 545-9000

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Townsend specializes in the areas of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Townsend's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Townsend

2.7

3 ratings
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
33%
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Townsend, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in Hartford, CT. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Backus Hospital and Connecticut Children's Medical Center-Hartford. He is accepting new patients.

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Gastroenterology
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Connecticut Children's Medical Center

Connecticut Children's Medical Center282 Washington St Hartford, CT 06106
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Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Danbury

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Danbury105 Newtown Rd # A Danbury, CT 06810
2

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Glastonbury

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Glastonbury310 Western Blvd Glastonbury, CT 06033
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Backus Hospital

    326 Washington St
    Norwich, CT 06360
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Connecticut Children's Medical Center-Hartford

    282 Washington St
    Hartford, CT 06106

  • Hartford Hospital

    80 Seymour St
    Hartford, CT 06102
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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