Richard T. Tenczar, MD, FAAP
Dr. Tenczar was born and raised in central/western Massachusetts. He graduated from Brown University with a degree in Literature; he thenattendedthe Duke UniversityPhysician Assistant (PA) program, graduating witha Master of Health Science (MHS) degree. He subsequently worked as a Family Medicine PA with the National Health Service Corps in rural Illinois for three years. Dr. Tenczar decided to continue his education by attending Southern Illinois University School of Medicine; he then completed his pediatric residency training in 2004 from St. Louis Children's Hospital. He moved to Connecticut that year and joined Litchfield County Pediatrics . Dr. Tenczar's medical interests include asthma and behavioral pediatrics. He is a board-certified fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and is a member of the AAP. He enjoys teaching Physician Assistant students on a regular basis and isan avid fan of the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox. He further enjoys cycling,horse racing,film history and magic. He is married with one wonderful son