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Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD

Pediatrics* Age 66
Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD
5.0 (5 Ratings)

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Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD is a Pediatrician in Newton Center, MA.
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Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD

Pediatrics* Age 66
Newton Center, MA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD is a Pediatrician in Newton Center, MA.

About

Dr. Risko graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS / WORCESTER CAMPUS in 1990 and completed a residency at Umass Medical Center.Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD is a Pediatrician in Newton Center, MA and has 34 years experience. Dr. Risko currently practices at Singular Pediatrics and are affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Risko has experience treating conditions like Fever and Pharyngitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Risko received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Risko's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Risko also speaks Portuguese. Dr. Risko is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Wrist Sprain or Strain
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Immunization
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Physical Examination
Puncture Aspiration
Sports Physical Examination
Vaccination
Wart Removal
Well Baby Care
Well Child Examination
Wellness Examination

Insurance Accepted

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  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
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  • HealthyBlue Advantage
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  • Medicare
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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Tufts Health Plans

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    32 Union St, Newton Center, MA 02459
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  2. 2 Office
    32 Union St, Newton Center, MA 02459
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Feb 27, 2021
I highly recommend Dr. Risko and Mary Sabatino, NP! They are kind and caring, my three daughters always enjoy going to see them. The office is nice and clean and their COVID19 policy has made care efficient and easy.
Anna Konigsmark — Feb 27, 2021
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Portuguese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Pediatrics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS / WORCESTER CAMPUS
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Umass Medical Center
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Risko's profile.

Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Wanessa Risko, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St, Newton, MA

  • Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA