25 Buttrick Rd, Building E
Londonderry, NH 03038
Phone: (603) 437-1003
Fax: (603) 421-0868
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Matt Desena MD received his undergraduate education at the University of Massachusetts, at Amherst. He received his medical degree from the University of Health Sciences/The Chicago medical School. Dr. Desena performed his residency in pediatrics at the University of South Florida/ All Children’s Hospital.
He has been practicing pediatrics since 1995 and has maintained his board certification. Dr. Desena has special interest in infectious diseases and community education.
Dr. Desena is busy in his off time as a hockey dad, as 2 of his 3 children are involved in travel programs, and as a dance dad for his other child.
Matt is also a softball player and participates in the Londonderry men’s league. He also enjoys golf, hiking and fishing. He also is an avid reader, enjoying books by Stephen Hawking and Kip Thorne, among others.
Undergrad
University of Massachusetts
Medical School
University of Health Sciences
Residency
University of South Florida
Pediatric Experience
Board Certified since 1994
Dr. Shanon Gruchot is Board Certified in Pediatrics and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. After attending The University of Alabama, Dr. Gruchot received her medical degree from the University of TN in Memphis, which is where she grew up. She also completed internship and residency through the University of TN at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Dr. Gruchot enjoys both well child and acute care of newborns through adolescents with a strong emphasis on patient/family education and preventative medicine.
Dr. Gruchot lives in Londonderry with her husband and 2 goldendoodles. She raised her 3 children here and loves being a part of this community with volunteering and being a small part of the lives of so many families she cares for. Watching her patients go from newborns to adults and getting to know their families along the way is her favorite part of being their pediatrician. In her spare time, she travels frequently to visit her now adult children, enjoys reading, hiking, going to the beach and watching Alabama football!
Undergrad
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
Medical School
University of Tennessee
Memphis, TN
Residency
University of Tennessee
Memphis, TN
Pediatric Experience
American Board of Pediatrics
Board Certified 2001
Originally from upstate New York, Dr. Houston received her medical degree from Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse and completed her residency training at University of Rochester Medical Center. She also served as chief resident of outpatient pediatrics while at the University of Rochester. Dr. Houston worked in private practice in Rochester, NY prior to moving to New Hampshire.
Dr. Houston is Board Certified in Pediatrics and is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics as well as a member of the New Hampshire Medical Society. Dr Houston enjoys taking care of children from birth through college, providing both sick and well care, with a focus on preventative medicine.
Dr. Houston lives in Londonderry with her husband and her Australian shepherd. Her greatest gift is her family, and she enjoys time spent with her husband and two adult children. Kerry also enjoys traveling, cooking, reading, and outdoor activities.
Undergrad
University of Rochester
Medical School
Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY
Residency
University of Rochester Medical Center
Pediatric Experience
Board Certified Pediatrics since 1993
Hi my name is Chris Peterson,
By trade I’m a pediatrician.
Londonderry Pediatrics is my vocation.
Since last century I’ve been in this location.
Prior to this I went to med school
Georgetown taught me well, I’m no fool
From DC I flew north, residency ala Big Green
Honing my skills, learning to listen keen
Now I am qualified to care for your child
My hands are still cold, but my humor is mild
Caring for kids, babies to college
Sickness and wellness, dispersing my knowledge
You may ask, more personally
What’s most precious to me?
I would say more than any degree
Is my cherished wife and family
You may have heard and yes it is true
I have two goats and some chickens too
So this is Chris Peterson in a nutshell.
Time to say g'bye, go in peace and be well.
Undergrad
Worcester State College
Medical School
Georgetown Medical School
Residency
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Pediatric Experience
Board Certified since 1997