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Dr. Joel Passer, MD

Dr. Joel Passer, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Joel Passer, MD is a neurosurgeon in Burlington, MA. Dr. Passer has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He is affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

41 Mall Rd Burlington, MA 01805

Make an Appointment

(781) 744-8640

Hospital Highlight

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

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Passer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Passer

3.8
5 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
60%
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4 star
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3 star
20%
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2 star
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1 star
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I had been referred to him for cavernous malformation in my brain and he went over all of my MRI results thoroughly and answered all my questions and concerns. Very caring and a fantastic bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jessica – Jul 28, 2023
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When other failed me Dr. Passer listened
I've been to see multiple neurologists and they all referred me to a psychiatrist. Dr. Passer listened and watched and offered possible answers. He is truly a caring doctor. Thank you.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2023
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Outstanding
How anybody could rate this man one star is beyond me?!? I would not have enough space, time or command of the English language to express my gratitude to him, at a time (because of my brain injury) when I was unreasonable and angry. He saved not just my life, but much more importantly, the quality of it. He is extraordinarily brilliant, humble and patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
Vickie Henshaw – Apr 08, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Passer, MD is a neurosurgeon in Burlington, MA. Dr. Passer has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He is affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Medical School
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Locations

Practice

Lahey Hospital & Medical Center41 Mall Rd Burlington, MA 01805
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

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    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: 7:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: closed
    • Fri: 7:00am - 1:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

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 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    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.

    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
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