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- Dr. John O'Brien, MD

Dr. John O'Brien, MD
Internal Medicine•Male•Age 78
Internal Medicine
Dr. John O'Brien, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Newton, MA and has over 53 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities Brigham And Women's Hospital and Newton - Wellesley Hospital. His office accepts new patients.
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Dr. John O'Brien, MD
Internal Medicine
Locations
MDVIP - Newton, Massachusetts
At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
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Dr. O'Brien's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. O'Brien
3.9
Based on 10 ratings
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4 Star | 10% | 10% |
3 Star | 0% | 0% |
2 Star | 20% | 20% |
1 Star | 10% | 10% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. O'Brien to family and friends is 3.9 out of 5
Experience and Background Checks
Background Check
Dr. O'Brien's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Acne
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- ADHD and-or ADD
- Advance Directive End of Life Planning
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anemia
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Anosmia
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Back Pain
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bladder Infection
- Blepharitis
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Boil
- Breast Pain
- Bronchitis
- Bunion
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
- Chronic Care Management
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Cold Sore
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis
- Dizziness
- Down Syndrome
- Dry Skin
- Dysentery
- Dyslipidemia
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Ear Ache
- Earwax Buildup
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor
- Excessive Sweating
- Fever
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Hammer Toe
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- Hives
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypogonadism
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Immunization Administration
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Iron Metabolism Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Jock Itch
- Joint Pain
- Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
- Laryngitis
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Low Back Pain
- Lyme Disease
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
- Muscle Weakness
- Nail and Nail Bed Infection
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Nosebleed
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overweight
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Pharyngitis
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Wart
- Pneumonia
- Pollen Allergy
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyuria
- Potassium Deficiency
- Prostatitis
- Purpura
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Raynaud's Disease
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Ringworm
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Secondary Hypertension
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Sinus Bradycardia
- Sinus Tachycardia
- Sinusitis
- Sleep Apnea
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stye
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Throat Pain
- Thyroid Goiter
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Venous Insufficiency
- Vertigo
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Warts
- Wellness Examination
- Wheezing
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Dr. O'Brien accepts the following insurance:
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Preferred Blue PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts PPO
About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- Internal Medicine
- Concierge Medicine
- Family Medicine
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. John O'Brien, MD?
Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients may call (617) 263-8305 to make an appointment.
Does Dr. John O'Brien, MD accept any insurance plans?
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Healthgrades insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
Does Dr. John O'Brien, MD accept new patients?
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John O'Brien, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. O'Brien's profile.
What conditions does Dr. John O'Brien, MD treat?
Dr. O'Brien frequently treats the following conditions: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Painful Urination (Dysuria), and Abdominal Pain. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. John O'Brien, MD's office address?
Dr. O'Brien's office is located at 2000 Washington St Fl 5, Newton, MA 02462. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. John O'Brien, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. John O'Brien, MD is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital and Newton - Wellesley Hospital.
Is Dr. John O'Brien, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. John O'Brien, MD holds board certifications in Internal Medicine.
How much experience does Dr. John O'Brien, MD have?
Dr. O'Brien has over 52 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. John O'Brien, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 3.9/5 for Dr. John O'Brien, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.85% Patients that would definitely recommend, 15% higher than the national average
7 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
80% Patients that would definitely recommend, 10% higher than the national average
10 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2021)
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