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Garrett Zella, MD, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Worcester, MA

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Pediatric Gastroenterology • Worcester, MA

Chief, Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition

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  • Office

    55 Lake Ave N
    Worcester, MA 01655
    Phone+1 774-441-8082
    Fax+1 774-441-8056

Summary

  • Dr. Garrett Zella is a seasoned Pediatric Gastroenterologist based in Worcester, MA. He completed his fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital and his residency at Tufts Medical Center, where he also obtained his medical degree. He has served as the Division Chief at Umass Memorial Childrens Medical Center and Tufts Medical Center Physician Organization, and held assistant professor roles at both Tufts Medical Center and Tufts University School of Medicine. His experience primarily lies in GI complications in chromosomal abnormalities, and he has several notable publications to his name. Dr. Zella has also been involved in clinical trials for diagnosing Hirschsprung's Disease. He is a decorated physician with awards including 'Best of Boston, Top Doctors' and 'Most Compassionate Doctor'.

Education & Training

  • Massachusetts General Hospital
    Massachusetts General HospitalFellowship, Pediatric Gastroenterology, 2005 - 2008
  • Tufts Medical Center
    Tufts Medical CenterResidency, Pediatrics, 2002 - 2005
  • Tufts University School of Medicine
    Tufts University School of MedicineClass of 2002

Certifications & Licensure

  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 2006 - 2025
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2020 - 2022
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Gastroenterology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Best of Boston, Top Doctors Castle Connolly, 2018-2022
  • Award for Excellence in Teaching Tufts University School of Medicine, 2015, 2017, 2019
  • The Sydney S. Gellis Award for Excellence in Teaching Tufts Children’s Hospital, 2017
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • New Method at Tufts Medical Center in Boston Helps Cut down on Need for Anesthesia
    New Method at Tufts Medical Center in Boston Helps Cut down on Need for AnesthesiaDecember 13th, 2021
  • Healthcare Career Day at Camp Harbor View
    Healthcare Career Day at Camp Harbor ViewAugust 23rd, 2012
  • Family-Centered Grand Rounds Pinpoint Role of Communication in Care
    Family-Centered Grand Rounds Pinpoint Role of Communication in CareFebruary 12th, 2016

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