Dr. Katelyn Cusmano is a warm and enthusiastic pediatrician who brings a love of medicine, laughter, and chocolate to the families of Unionville Pediatrics.

She completed her undergraduate studies at Drew University and earned her medical degree from the UConn School of Medicine. After completing her pediatric residency at Yale, she worked in private practice for three years before joining the team. Dr. Cusmano loves the energy and camaraderie of the practice—and says the amazing staff and patients never fail to brighten her day.

Here are a few things you might not know about Dr. Cusmano:

• Her favorite travel destinations are Hawaii and Greece—but really, anywhere with her family and friends

• She loves baking and coffee, and yes, most people do know this

• She was once on Slime Time Live on Nickelodeon

• Her go-to karaoke songs are Man! I Feel Like a Woman and Don’t Stop Believin’

• Most people say she looks like Ava Gardner

• Her favorite children’s books include Goodnight Moon, Everyone Poops, Strega Nona, anything by Dr. Seuss, and The Stinky Cheese Man

• The best dessert on earth is chocolate—no debate

• She earned her worst scar falling out of a window and into a pricker bush as a kid

• If she were stuck on a desert island, she’d bring books, coffee, and her running shoes

Dr. Cusmano lives in Bristol with her soon-to-be husband Robbie and loves running and hiking outdoors with her family.