Dr. Margaret McNamara, MD

Dr. Margaret McNamara, MD

Primary Care Doctor
831.5 mi · 800 Washington St, Biewend Building, 4B, Box 796, Boston, MA 02111

At a glance

5.00 stars (47 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 28 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at Tufts MC Primary Care Boston
Speaks English
5.00
47 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.7

Recent reviews

Excited to have Dr. McNamara as my PCP moving forward. Everyone in the office was welcoming and pretty organized. Dr. M herself was super welcoming, calming and empathetic. She made me feel super comfortable, heard and taken care of.
Verified patient
Dr McNamara was so friendly and knowledgeable. She made me feel comfortable immediately and gave a thorough exam to ensure my health was in good form.
Verified patient

Office location

Tufts Medical Center Primary Care - Boston
831.5 mi · 800 Washington St, Biewend Building, 4B, Box 796, Boston, MA, 02111

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Lower back pain
Fibromyalgia and chronic pain and fatigue
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Chronic high blood pressure
Lower back pain
Fibromyalgia and chronic pain and fatigue
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol

More about Dr. Margaret McNamara, MD

Dr. Margaret McNamara is a trained primary care doctor looking after the community of Boston, MA. Dr. McNamara earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh, where she received the prestigious Arthur Mirsky Award. She completed an internship and a residency in internal medicine at Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. McNamara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is an active member of the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the Society of General Internal Medicine. Patients visit her at Tufts MC Primary Care Boston, where she attends to a spectrum of medical needs, including the management of treatment of asthma, hypertension, migraine, incontinence, irritable bowel syndrome, and vaginal infections. Dr. McNamara’s philosophy of patient care is based on compassion, efficacy, and teamwork. She focuses on giving patients the highest quality of care while guaranteeing their participation in managing their own medical condition.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of Pittsburgh, Doctor of Medicine
Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine

Practice

Tufts MC Primary Care Boston

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Professional memberships

American College of Physicians
American Medical Association
Society of General Internal Medicine

Awards and publications

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, Brown University
Arthur Mirsky Award, University of Pittsburgh
Phi Beta Kappa, College of the Holy Cross
Gerstner E, McNamara MB, Norden AD, LaFrankie D, Wen PY. Effect of adding temozolomide to radiation therapy on the incidence of pseudo-progression. Journal of neuro-oncology, 2009. 94(1): p97-101.
Norden AD, Drappatz J, Muzikansky A, David K, Gerard M, McNamara MB, Phan P, Ross A, Kesari S, Wen PY. An exploratory survival analysis of anti-angiogenic therapy for recurrent malignant glioma. Journal of Neuro-oncology, 2009. 92(2): p149-155.

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1093152134

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Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.65
Bedside manner
5.00
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My visit was great. Dr. McNamara is a great listener, is professional & lovely to talk to. Open to suggestions too.
She was very easy to talk to, and I did not feel rushed at all. I am very happy to have found such a great PCP.
She was amazing. Took the time to go over any questions I had and more. Would highly recommend!
Verified patient
Dr. McNamara is friendly and addressed my concerns. I would recommend to coworkers and friends.
She was really nice and helpful and showed that she cares about the individual patient
She was very helpful and personable. It was my first appointment and I plan to return
Verified patient
Dr. McNamara was great! She’s very companionate, easy to talk to and thorough!
Verified patient
I enjoyed it. Can't wait for Dr. McNamara to be my primary care. She ROCKS!
Warm, welcoming, and caring. Very glad to have found her as my PCP.
Verified patient
Excited to have Dr. McNamara as my PCP moving forward. Everyone in the office was welcoming and pretty organized. Dr. M herself was super welcoming, calming and empathetic. She made me feel super comfortable, heard and taken care of.
Verified patient
Dr McNamara was so friendly and knowledgeable. She made me feel comfortable immediately and gave a thorough exam to ensure my health was in good form.
Verified patient
Dr McNamara was great! She took time to get to know me and really listen. She made great recommendation and follow up was impressive.
Verified patient
Very satisfied with my visit. Dr. McNamara was super friendly, easy to talk to, and very professional. One of the best doctor visits I've had!
Verified patient
I would highly recommend Dr. McNamara to other patients searching for a PCP. She was kind and understanding and took her time to answer all of my questions. She was really great!
Dr. McNamara was professional, kind, warm and helpful! I felt at ease with her for the duration of the exam, and felt she took her time and truly cared about my wellbeing. She's fantastic!
She wasAmazing I was very embarrassed with what I had to go in to see her about but she made the whole situation and ordeal so easy to deal with she made me feel like a friend opposed to a patient she is amazing doctor
Verified patient
Great - on time, very thorough.
She was very nice, ansered all my questions.
Very good visit, caring provider, seen promptly.
Excellent.
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Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Margaret McNamara work with?

Dr. Margaret McNamara works with Tufts MC Primary Care Boston.

Where is Dr. Margaret McNamara's office located?

Dr. Margaret McNamara's office is located at 800 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111.

Which board certifications does Dr. Margaret McNamara have?

Dr. Margaret McNamara is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Margaret McNamara?

Dr. Margaret McNamara frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Arthritis, Hearing Problems, Illness, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Margaret McNamara on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Margaret McNamara speak?

Dr. Margaret McNamara speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Margaret McNamara in reviews?

47 patients have reviewed Dr. Margaret McNamara. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.65/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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