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Dr. Peter Dempsey, MD

Dr. Peter Dempsey, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Dempsey, MD is a neurosurgeon in Burlington, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

41 Mall Rd Burlington, MA 01805

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Dr. Dempsey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dempsey

3.7
12 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Dr. Dempsey was excellent
My wife had Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery performed in 2017 by Dr. Dempsey. He was excellent -- caring and exacting. The implanted DBS device has worked very well for six years. Thank you very much, Dr. Dempsey.
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 other person found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2023
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Office visit
Dr. Dempsey was excellent. He listened, answered questions, and gave honest opinions and advice. I did not feel rushed and felt very comfortable. Thank you for your kindness and patience.
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
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Deborah Meehan – Dec 17, 2022
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Dismissive and Rude
I've only had one consult visit with him, but he was the most dismissive doctor and even told me that the shunt that I have to KEEP ME ALIVE could be removed because I "seem fine" without doing any CT scans, MRIs, or XRays. I ran so fast OUT OF HIS OFFICE. THE WORST.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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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Anonymous – Jul 13, 2022
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I saw Dr. Dempsey for consult and biopsy of brain tumor. He was very informative and took time to explain everything. The biopsy went very well. I have total confidence in him and his staff. Will be meeting him and tumor board soon to discuss results and treatment.
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
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Gary M – Oct 21, 2020
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Dr. Dempsey performed DBS surgery on me last week, after months of consultations and evaluations. Dr. Dempsey has always been patient and unhurried when answering questions and explaining the procedure. He is relaxed and confident, and very skillful. I trust him completely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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heyjude – Oct 04, 2019
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I and my family member accompanying me agreed he was not “engaged” when telling me it was too soon to have surgery after being bedriddden for months. Stood in the doorway with his clipboard, his “exam” consisted of touching my leg above the ankle and asking if I felt that. Unsure if my images even looked at. Not confident in his diagnosis enough to have him as my surgeon. Had successful surgery elsewhere, got my life back.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 25, 2019
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My husband had his first visit with Dr. Dempsey today for a subdural hematoma. Dr. Dempsey was calm, caring and of course knowledgeable. He didn't hesitate to take time with us and answer all our questions.
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
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Lowell, MA – Oct 05, 2016
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My first appointment the wait was over an hour. I had 2 visits with Dr Dempsey and his office shows that he took no notes on either one of my CAT scans.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Kevin R in Beverly, MA – Jan 21, 2016
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care philosophy

We are here to take care of what matters most, you. Lahey Health offers access to board-certified specialists in nearly every medical specialty and more than 75 primary care practices in over 30 communities providing you with the full continuum of care, all close to home.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Dartmouth-hitchcock M C, Neurological Surgery Dartmouth-hitchcock M C, General Surgery

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Pittsburgh

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Dartmouth-hitchcock Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Tufts University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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    Practice

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center41 Mall Rd Burlington, MA 01805
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