Jessica Fennell, MD, is a pediatric rheumatologist at Connecticut Children’s. Dr. Fennell’s clinical interests include juvenile idiopathic arthritis, pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus, juvenile dermatomyositis, scleroderma, and autoinflammatory diseases. She is a member of the Childhood Arthritis and Rheumatology Research Alliance and the American College of Rheumatology. In her free time, Dr. Fennell enjoys baking, kayaking and spending time with her family.

Education

University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Residency

University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Fellowship

Hospital for Special Surgery

American Board of Pediatric - Rheumatology
  • Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics
  • Pediatric Rheumatology, American Board of Pediatrics

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Connecticut School of Medicine

  • Fennell J and Onel K (2022) Chilblains-Like Lesions in Pediatric Patients: A Review of Their Epidemiology, Etiology, Outcomes, and Treatment. Front. Pediatr. 10:904616. doi: 10.3389/fped.2022.904616

Locations for this Doctor

Exterior view of 105 Newtown Road in Danbury

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Danbury

105-A Newtown Road
Danbury, CT06810
United States

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Westport

191 Post Road West
Westport, CT06880
United States

Exterior view of 4 Corporate Drive in Shelton

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Shelton (4 Corporate Dr.)

4 Corporate Drive, Suite 282
Shelton, CT06484
United States

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Hartford (85 Seymour St.)

85 Seymour Street
Hartford, CT06106
United States

4.8
out of 5

Provider showed concern

4.8

Provider explained things clearly

4.8

Provider included you in decisions

4.8

Provider discussed treatment options

4.8

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.7

Most Recent Comments

March 3, 2024
She was very precise during her exam on my son and the way she broke down the lab results for me and explained it so well made this worried mom feel SO MUCH BETTER, I am so grateful this was my experience with Connecticut Children's.
January 1, 2024
Thai doctor was amazing as well as her resident!
December 12, 2023
Dr. Fennell was fantastic and explained everything very well
November 11, 2023
Our doctor was amazing, she listened and addressed any concerns we had. She was wonderful with my daughter. She spoke to her with words she would understand.
November 11, 2023
Outstanding Doctor smart & kind
October 10, 2023
The physician was very knowledgeable and attentive.
September 9, 2023
No problems or concerns
September 9, 2023
It was a very thorough examination- asking many questions and making sure any and all symptoms were covered. She was very caring in her approach
June 6, 2023
Dr. Fennell was an outstanding provider. She was very thorough and took her time with us. She was very informative and has an exceptional bedside manner. Her discharge instructions were very specific and helpful when recalling information to my husband. I greatly appreciated her attention to detail and compassion towards my son.
June 6, 2023
Dr Fennell is amazing.
June 6, 2023
Dr Fennell's patience was amazing. She gave us time to process new information and answered all our questions. She was knowledgeable, thorough, and kind.
May 5, 2023
Dr. Fennell Really Paid Attention To My Concerns, I'm Looking Forward To A New Beginning For My Daughter..