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Dr. Matthew Gardiner, MD

Dr. Matthew Gardiner, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Gardiner, MD is an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
(617) 573-3202

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gardiner specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • 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. Gardiner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gardiner

4.5

42 ratings, 27 with a written review
5 Star
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3 Star
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2 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
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 17, 2025
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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
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Ross and Rosmarie – Feb 14, 2025
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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
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Laurie Beaudette – Jun 20, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Margaret Schatkin – Mar 14, 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
  • Long wait times
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George White – Jan 18, 2023
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What went well
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What could be improved
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RICHARD DECOSTE – Jun 07, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 13, 2022
Dr. Gardiner's Reply –
Thank you for your kind words about Dr. Gardiner.
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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
Helpful
Colleen Chatterton – May 06, 2022
Hi Colleen, thank you for such a wonderful review...Read More
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Gladys McCollum – Oct 14, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 18, 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
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Caryn Mofenson – Aug 05, 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
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Rita Raponi – Aug 03, 2021
Hi Rita, we are so happy to hear that you are...Read More
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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
Patiene of Dr. Gardiner – Jul 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
  • Long wait times
Helpful
C.Thompson – Jun 18, 2021
Dr. Gardiner's Reply –
Thank you so much for the positive review!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 03, 2021
Dr. Gardiner's Reply –
Thank you for your wonderful feedback!
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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
Helpful
Apr 26, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
arnold g konig, MD – Apr 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mike S. – Feb 27, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Karen – Feb 27, 2021
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Eye Health Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Matthew Gardiner is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist at Mass. Eye and Ear. He offers emergency & comprehensive eye care for routine/complex conditions.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003

  • Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Hospital University Pa

    Internship Hospital, 1997

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Massachusetts Eye and Ear243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
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Practice

Mass Eye and Ear Assoc1 Montvale Ave Stoneham, MA 02180
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St
    Boston, MA 02115
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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