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Dr. Joseph Upton III, MD

Dr. Joseph Upton III, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Upton III, MD is a plastic surgeon in Chestnut Hill, MA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

830 Boylston St Ste 212 Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(617) 739-1972

Hospital Highlight

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

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Upton III specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Upton III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Upton III

4.7

27 ratings, 9 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Sam Skinner and family – Nov 08, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Jun 06, 2023
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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
Helpful
Eric – Jan 06, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
KEVIN A. HURLEY – Sep 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Luomanen in Sparta – Jun 21, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gail in Chestnut hill, MA – Aug 24, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara Ayers – Jul 20, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laurie Cook in Newton, NH – Jan 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Renata in Boston, MA – Jul 29, 2016
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Upton III, MD is a plastic surgeon in Chestnut Hill, MA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Newton-Wellesley Hospital...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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More than three years ago
Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

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Locations

Practice

Office830 Boylston St Ste 212 Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
1
Paul Glazer M.D. PC822 Boylston St Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
2

Practice

Shriners Hospitals for Children-Boston51 Blossom St Boston, MA 02114
3

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 in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    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

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Ave
    Boston, MA 02215
    Recipient of 10
    hospital 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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham

    148 Chestnut St
    Needham, MA 02492

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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