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Dr. Rachel Perla, MD

Dr. Rachel Perla, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Rachel Perla, MD is an internist in Medford, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington and Lowell General Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

26 City Hall Mall Medford, MA 02155
Telehealth available
(781) 306-5130

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Perla specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Perla's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Perla

3.1
11 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
45%
45%
4 star
9%
9%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
45%
45%

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She has been my doctor for a about 5 years. She listens to my symptoms and concerns, gives me health advice, and always makes sure I leave with a printed out visit summary that I can refer to later. About half the time I see her staff (PA or RN) but they are also helpful.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Helen – Nov 16, 2020
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I’ve been seeing Dr. Perla for about three years. I had a great appointment with her last week that reminded me why I’m glad she’s my doctor! Her staff was helpful and respectful. She listened carefully to my problems, got my past history, and took the time to hear my concerns and determine what was “normal” and what I should be concerned about. I left with a plan and clear next steps to meet my needs. Thank you!
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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Gopi in Cambridge, MA – Nov 04, 2017
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No respect for patient she doesn't care about your well being and this is the first doctor i see never have time for her patients and worse mistake when i chose her.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Marie in Burlington, MA – Jul 28, 2017
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Do not go here. It's a cult. They say you need to see a specialist but have very few available and you need to see THEIR specialists. Doesn't matter if they're over an hour away. They have no concern over your well being whatsoever. The only concern is collecting your insurance company's money.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Hyde Park, MA – Jun 02, 2017
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Excellent and kind provider! Attentive and bright. Very resourceful!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Waltham, MA – Feb 09, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rachel Perla, MD is an internist in Medford, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lahey Hospital and Medical Center,...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Atrius Health26 City Hall Mall Medford, MA 02155
1

Practice

Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates228 Billerica Rd Chelmsford, MA 01824
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Auburn Hospital

    330 Mount Auburn St
    Cambridge, MA 02138
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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

    View all awards

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • 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 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all 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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lowell General Hospital

    295 Varnum Ave
    Lowell, MA 01854
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    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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