3,219 Ratings, 580 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
AI Overview
Patients of Tufts Neurology consistently report high-quality, compassionate, and expert care from the group’s clinicians. Common praises highlight clear communication, thorough explanations, and personalized treatment plans, with many patients expressing gratitude and long-term loyalty. A few comments note rushed visits or confusion about post-visit instructions. Frequently mentioned strengths include surgical expertise and successful outcomes, attentive listening, and strong patient-provider relationships.
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Mar 19, 2026
Laurel Vuong, MD
Excellent
Mar 16, 2026
Eugenia Blank, MD
Very good
Mar 6, 2026
Danielle Howard, MD
Very helpful.
Mar 4, 2026
Zahra Ayub, MD
She was great.
Mar 3, 2026
Marie Roguski, MD, MPH
Explained in detail my health issue and how we will proceed if things get worse
Mar 2, 2026
Adel Malek, MD, PhD
I have recommended him if anyone needs a neurosurgeon. He explains everything so you understand.
Mar 2, 2026
Jason Frerich, MD, MPH
He has an excellent bed side manner. Is friendly and approachable. He answers all questions clearly and in layman’s terms. He has been available by phone or email.
Mar 2, 2026
Flavia Machado, MD
She is a caring, knowledgeable and excellent doctor!
Mar 2, 2026
Ron Riesenburger, MD
He is very open and honest. He makes you feel like you are his one and only patient and you know the waiting room is full . He reviews all findings thoroughly and any implications. His recommendations are always reasonable and sensible.. I am grateful he is my doctor.
Mar 1, 2026
Lester Y. Leung, MD, MSc
Phenomenal!!!!
Feb 27, 2026
Flavia Machado, MD
I would recommend her to anyone needed neurological care.
Feb 27, 2026
Flavia Machado, MD
I would highly recommend Dr. Machado!
Feb 27, 2026
Jason Frerich, MD, MPH
He always takes the time to explain everything to me. He also asked me if I have any questions on things I don't understand and ready to make comfortable while he explain.
Feb 27, 2026
Eugenia Blank, MD
Kind, caring and professional
Feb 26, 2026
Ron Riesenburger, MD
Very attentive
Feb 26, 2026
Bryan Ho, MD
Very good
Feb 25, 2026
Danielle Howard, MD
Great! Very grateful to have found her
Feb 24, 2026
Andrew Young, MD
Dr Young is a provider that continually wants to learn and grow, and that’s amazing to see in a Dr. he’s also very good at what he does.
Feb 24, 2026
Flavia Machado, MD
Very thorough takes time to explain and compare previous experiences so I know where I stand.
Feb 23, 2026
Jason Frerich, MD, MPH
As a person with a disability I felt like he listened to my needs, concerns and took the time to answer any questions I may have had. Explained things to me the way I could understand. I could tell he was invested in my health and not looking at me as “buts in beds” as many hospitals look at patients.
Feb 22, 2026
Flavia Machado, MD
She was so kind and patient, really trying to get a feel for my situation and what was going on with me. She took me seriously and treated me with patience despite my brain fog and struggling with the neurological effects of my chronic illness. I appreciated her patience more than she could know.
Feb 21, 2026
Julian Wu, MD
Dr Wu explained everything in a way I could understand easily.
Feb 20, 2026
Kristen Babinski, MD, PhD
Thank you for your friendly and open interface expertise. Have a delightful day.
Feb 19, 2026
Laurel Vuong, MD
Thorough, professional, friendly, approachable
Feb 19, 2026
Ron Riesenburger, MD
great doc
Feb 19, 2026
Flavia Machado, MD
She made me feel like she was available if I need her or have any questions in the future, which eased my mind a great deal
Feb 18, 2026
Jason Frerich, MD, MPH
I would feel confident in having Dr. Frerich perform his recommended surgery on my back.
Feb 18, 2026
Lina Zaslavsky, MD
Satisfied
Feb 17, 2026
Laurel Vuong, MD
Very positive
Feb 17, 2026
Carl Heilman, MD
My clinician is a rock star in his field!!
Feb 17, 2026
Emiliya Melkumova, MD
She was very professional but her manner was warm and casual & I felt she had plenty of time to discuss my case. I was in her office for we’ll over 1 hour.
Feb 17, 2026
Thomas Hedges, MD
Appreciate the follow-through recommendations.
Feb 14, 2026
Jason Frerich, MD, MPH
Dr. Frerich is a highly skilled neurosurgeon. He is very nice and does his job very well!
Feb 14, 2026
Joel Oster, MD
He has great bedside manner.
Feb 14, 2026
Kristen Babinski, MD, PhD
Dr Babinski listens to my heath issues, she’s very knowledgeable and caring to my needs.
Feb 13, 2026
Carl Heilman, MD
Dr. Heilman is wonderful. He explains causes and treatment well. He spends time with you. He is knowledgeable . Highly recommend
Feb 13, 2026
Joel Oster, MD
Very good
Feb 12, 2026
Bryan Ho, MD
Great disposition and caring
Feb 12, 2026
David Thaler, MD, PhD
Dr. Thaler was recommended to me by a close friend whose son went to him for years. I am thankful my friend thought of me when she knew I needed a neurologist.
Feb 12, 2026
Ron Riesenburger, MD
Good
Feb 12, 2026
Thomas Hedges, MD
Thanks for taking care of my needs.
Feb 11, 2026
James Kryzanski, MD
Very friendly and attentive
Feb 10, 2026
Jayde Nail, MD
Very pleasant very knowledgeable always on time
Very caring
Feb 10, 2026
Ran Ku, PA
Very professional.
Feb 10, 2026
Ron Riesenburger, MD
Very humble doctor that listened to patient's problems and provided honest opinions and recommendations.
Feb 10, 2026
Mina Safain, MD
I highly recommend Dr Safain.
Feb 9, 2026
Carl Heilman, MD
I appreciate the level of care & respect that Dr. Heilman always provides. It is such a pleasant change from my experience in other practices. I felt like a person, not a number.
Feb 9, 2026
Joel Oster, MD
Great Dr. listens to patient. Extremely knowledgeable
Feb 8, 2026
Marie Roguski, MD, MPH
Dr Roguski was outstanding and I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a neurological consultation.
Feb 8, 2026
Zahra Ayub, MD
explained things in a way that I could understand and made recommendations to help with a couple of issues and did not push more medications. very happy