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Dr. Michelle Specht, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Michelle Specht, MD
4.1 (25 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Michelle Specht, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Boston, MA
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Michelle Specht, MD works in Boston, MA as a General Surgery Specialist and has 28 years experience.

They are board certified in General Surgery and graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1996. Dr. Specht completed a residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Specht has has worked on more claims relating to Breast Cancer and Breast Lump than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Specht has received an average rating of 4.1 from patients and has been reviewed 25 times. They are affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital and Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Specht practices at Practice in Boston, MA and has additional offices in Newton Lower Falls, MA and Waltham, MA.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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  • Choice Care PPO
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  • Tufts PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Massachusetts General Hospital
    55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114
  2. 2 Auerbach Breast Center At Newton-wellesley Hospital
    2014 Washington St Fl 1, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462
  3. 3 Office
    55 Fruit St Ste 7B, Boston, MA 02114
  4. 4 Mass General Waltham Pharmacy
    52 Second Ave, Waltham, MA 02451

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Specht
4.1
Based on 25 Reviews
5 Stars (18)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Sep 12, 2022
Dr. Specht is a warm and wonderful doctor. I highly recommend her.
Leslie Loomis — Sep 12, 2022
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Michelle Specht, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Specht accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Specht's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Specht accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Specht accepts here.

Dr. Specht frequently sees patients for Breast Cancer and Breast Lump.

Dr. Specht has a star rating of 4.1/5 and has been reviewed 25 times.

Dr. Specht is board certified in General Surgery.

Dr. Specht has been practicing as a General Surgery Specialist for 28 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)