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Dr. John Gittinger, MD

Ophthalmology*•Male•Age 78

Ophthalmology*

Dr. John Gittinger, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Boston, MA and has over 52 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1971. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. John Gittinger, MD

Mass Eye And Ear

243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
(617) 573-3412

Accepting new patients

(617) 573-3412

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Dr. Gittinger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gittinger

3.8

10 ratings, 9 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Apr 21, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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What went well
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What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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About Me

Care Philosophy

Dr. John Gittinger is fellowship-trained specialist at Mass. Eye and Ear. He treats patients with neuro-ophthalmic (eye disorders related to the brain) disorders.

Specialties*

  • Ophthalmology

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Nei/Nih

Fellowship Hospital, 1977

Nincds/Nih

Fellowship Hospital, 1976

Barnes - Jewish Hospital

Internship Hospital, 1972

HARVARD Medical School

Medical School, 1971

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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    Does Dr. John Gittinger, MD accept new patients?

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    What is Dr. John Gittinger, MD's office address?

    Dr. Gittinger's office is located at 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    Mass Eye And Ear

    Massachusetts Eye and Ear243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
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