Dr. Megan Ratchford M.D.
Pediatrician
85 LAFAYETTE ST NEW BRITAIN CT, 06051About
Dr. Megan Ratchford is a pediatrician practicing in NEW BRITAIN, CT. Dr. Ratchford is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ratchford diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Ratchford can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Drexel University College of Medicine 2005
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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