We just left Dr. Friedman's practice in Southington. She is a fantastic Doctor, however she has had some legal issues (re: husky) and she does not have any staff in the office with her. If she wasn't trying to balence everything on her own we would have stayed with her.
I was in your exact situation but ended up going with Dr. O'Connor in Cheshire, who is wonderful. I have heard good things about Friedman though. Good luck!
Not sure if Dr. Peterson is still in Southington but I've heard good things about him. Also, I know it's not in Southington but Alliance Medical Group out of Watertown / Middlebury is fantastic. Dr. Pam is great as is Dr. Sam. We use Dr. Pam and I love her - their hours are awesome too. Open all day, plus after hours and on Saturdays and Sundays (and all holidays except Christmas).
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