Dr. Ruth Sakakeeny joined Chestnut Hill Pediatrics in 2019. She graduated from Tufts University with a dual degree in chemistry and child development. She continued her education at Tufts University School of Medicine. After completing her residency at Floating Hospital for Children in Boston, she practiced at Franciscan Hospital for Children for 5 years and then at Needham Pediatrics for 8 years. Dr. Sakakeeny enjoys caring for pediatric patients of all ages and loves watching the transition of her patients from babies through to adulthood. She has many years of experience caring for children with special needs as well as teenagers with anxiety and depression.