About
Dr. Jeffrey Goodsell is a board-certified family physician practicing in Glastonbury, Connecticut. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Magna Cum Laude, from Brigham Young University in 2011. He then earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Virginia Medical School in 2015. Dr. Goodsell completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Susquehanna in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, finishing in 2018. His residency program recognized him as Most Supportive Senior and as an Exceptional Teacher and Role Model through Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He also received the Arthur R. D. CME Award, Second Place, in 2018.
Dr. Goodsell holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He serves as Medical Advisor for Regional School District 4 and holds membership in both the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Connecticut Academy of Family Physicians. He carries a deep interest in the physician-patient relationship, one he traces back to watching mentors who knew patients across generations. Personal connection and long-term relationships sit at the center of how he approaches care. Outside medicine, he enjoys hiking, exploring national parks, history, and playing music.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Brigham Young University, BS Neuroscience, Magna Cum Laude, 2011
Medical School
University of Virginia Medical School, Doctorate of Medicine, 2015
Residency
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Susquehanna, Family Medicine, 2016-2018
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Goodsell right for?
Dr. Goodsell is a strong fit for adults and families in Hartford and Middlesex Counties seeking a long-term primary care relationship. Patients who value preventive screenings and personalized wellness planning benefit most from his approach. His focus on the physician-patient relationship suits those who want a doctor who knows their health history over time. Patients who need reliable same-day access or after-hours communication find his practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Goodsell practices family medicine with a strong emphasis on preventive care and long-term wellness. He delivers comprehensive annual Wellness Programs that include preventive screenings, advanced diagnostics, and personalized health planning. He serves patients across Hartford and Middlesex Counties from his Glastonbury, Connecticut office.
Yes, Dr. Goodsell holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Susquehanna.
Dr. Goodsell earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia Medical School in 2015. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Susquehanna in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, finishing in 2018. His residency program recognized him with awards for teaching and peer support.
Dr. Goodsell's residency program recognized him as Most Supportive Senior and as an Exceptional Teacher and Role Model through Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He also received the Arthur R. D. CME Award, Second Place, in 2018.
Yes, Dr. Goodsell holds hospital privileges at Middlesex Hospital. Those privileges allow him to advocate for patients across Yale New Haven Health, Middlesex Health, Hartford HealthCare, and other regional health systems.
Dr. Goodsell holds membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Connecticut Academy of Family Physicians. He also serves as Medical Advisor for Regional School District 4.
Dr. Goodsell centers his practice on the physician-patient relationship. He traces this commitment to watching mentors who knew patients across generations. He builds long-term, personal connections with his patients and tailors each wellness plan to the individual.
Yes, Dr. Goodsell provides after-hours phone access seven days a week. This direct access is one of the core benefits of membership in his practice.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026