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Dr. Herbert Cares, MD

Dr. Herbert Cares, MD

Neurosurgery*
60+ years of experience

Dr. Herbert Cares, MD is a neurosurgeon in Newton Lower Falls, MA and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER in 1963. He is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

2000 Washington St Ste 220 Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462

Make an Appointment

(617) 964-0545

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cares is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital Newton, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cares specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cares' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cares

2.7

10 ratings, 3 with a written review
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Chiari malformation – Feb 07, 2025
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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
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Frank Koudelka – Jul 06, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kim – Dec 28, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Herbert Cares, MD is a neurosurgeon in Newton Lower Falls, MA and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER in 1963. He is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Michigan / Medical Center

    Medical School, 1963
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Locations

Practice

Surgical Neurology Inc.2000 Washington St Ste 220 Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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