Graduated from Harvard University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Fenway Health
Affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
4.97
61 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.5
Recent reviews
Doctor Ralph was very attentive and helpful on explaining the causes of my pain, to the point of showing a book of human physiology to help me better understand the affected area. Would highly recommend!
October 26, 2018Guilherme S.Verified patient
Very professional and a great listener. The staff is very friendly and it’s a very welcoming environment.
Dr. Vetters focuses on seeing patients from 12-29 years old.
Dr. Vetters is the Medical Director of the Sidney Borum Jr. Health Center, a program of Fenway Health. He is from Texas and Missouri and graduated from Harvard College in 1985. His first career was as a union organizer in New England for workers in higher education and the public sector. In 1998 he went back to school and graduated from the Harvard Medical School in 2003 after also getting his masters in public health at the Harvard School of Public Health in maternal and child health. He graduated from the Boston Combined Residency Program in Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital and Boston Medical Center in 2006 and has been working as a pediatrician at the Sidney Borum Health Center since that time. Dr. Vetters focuses on providing care to high risk adolescents and young adults, specifically developing programs that support the needs of homeless youth and inner city LGBT youth.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Harvard University, Doctor of Medicine
Boston Children's Hospital, Residency in Pediatrics
Boston Medical Center, Residency in Pediatrics
Practice
Fenway Health
Affiliation
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics
Professional memberships
Academic Pediatric Association
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1427068873
Ralph Vetters does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.97
Wait time
4.50
Bedside manner
4.98
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Dr. Vetters was incredibly informative, sensitive, with a helpful/nonjudgmental demeanor. I highly recommend !
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Very professional and a great listener. The staff is very friendly and it’s a very welcoming environment.
February 23, 2018Maria M.Verified patient
Very personal and professional, you can tell he really cares about his patients!
November 29, 2016David V.Verified patient
Very personable and trustworthy guy. Gave great advice and very knowledgable!
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Professional, friendly, intelligent, helpful. Really glad I went here.
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Loved him! He was sweet and kind and answered all of my questions
September 15, 2016Susmita P.Verified patient
He was so friendly and he really listened to what you said.
More than 1 year agoMelanie Q.Verified patient
Very personable and friendly, convenient office by the T
September 6, 2016Tristan T.Verified patient
Doctor Ralph was very attentive and helpful on explaining the causes of my pain, to the point of showing a book of human physiology to help me better understand the affected area. Would highly recommend!
October 26, 2018Guilherme S.Verified patient
Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. It was a first appointment, which extended the wait time while I filled out paperwork but certainly wasn't by fault of anyone on staff. Everyone from check-in to next steps at check-out was extremely friendly, approachable, and clear. Can't recommend it enough. Despite coming in for the last appointment of the day and needing additional tests and exams that weren't expected, I never felt rushed or as if I couldn't keep asking questions.
December 13, 2017Aidan N.Verified patient
Dr. Vetters was incredibly kind, caring and understanding. Medical appointments are usually very difficult and emotional for me, but Dr. Vetters made me feel very comfortable right away. He is wonderful about LGBTQ+ health concerns, vaccines and birth control. Definitely recommend!
November 12, 2016Gale B.Verified patient
Dr. Vetters was extremely understanding and spent a substantial amount of time with me explaining my medication in order for me to fully understand. Would be the only primary care doctor I would see in Boston!
October 5, 2016Rebecca L.Verified patient
Very professional and friendly. I had a very good experience here and would recommend Dr. Vetters to anyone looking for a primary care provider.
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Very kind and efficient staff!
May 4, 2016Emilie J.Verified patient
Though he was delayed, Dr. Vetters was an excellent doctor. He was very attentive, courteous, and personable throughout my appointment with him. Very highly recommended.
April 2, 2015Min Kyu K.Verified patient
Fabulous engaging doctor and accommodating office
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Frequently asked questions
Which hospital is Dr. Ralph Vetters affiliated with?
Dr. Ralph Vetters is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ralph Vetters?
Dr. Ralph Vetters frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Illness, and Pediatric Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ralph Vetters on their profile.
How do patients rate Dr. Ralph Vetters in reviews?
61 patients have reviewed Dr. Ralph Vetters. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.97/5. They have a 4.98/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.