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Dr. Bruce Cook, MD

Dr. Bruce Cook, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Bruce Cook, MD is a neurosurgeon in Lawrence, MA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington and North Shore Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

354 Merrimack St Ste 1 Lawrence, MA 01843
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(978) 687-2321

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cook is affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington Burlington, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Cook is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cook specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cook's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cook

3.9

27 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
70%
70%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Disappointedpatient – Nov 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cherie D – Sep 25, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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No help, but did cause lots of stress and hopeless – Jan 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sergio – Jan 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
C.J. – Sep 26, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
JN Salem, NH – Jul 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Meredith in North Andover – Mar 14, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Boston, MA – Jun 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert T. in Haverhill, MA – May 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
G. P. in Lowell, MA – Apr 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kristen Loranger in Lowell Ma – Dec 26, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
KristenS in Fitchburg, MA – Aug 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Bruce Cook, MD is a neurosurgeon in Lawrence, MA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Pittsburgh

    Internship Hospital, 1982

  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Cook is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    New England Neurological Associates P.C.354 Merrimack St Ste 1 Lawrence, MA 01843
    1
    New England Neurological Associates-Lowell LLC10 George St Ste 300 Lowell, MA 01852
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington

      45 Mall Rd
      Burlington, MA 01803
      Recipient of 41
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Emerson Hospital

      133 Old Road To 9 Acre Cor
      Concord, MA 01742
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Anna Jaques Hospital

      25 Highland Ave
      Newburyport, MA 01950
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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