Summary

Dr. Richard Leiter is an internal medicine physician who specializes in comprehensive care for patients facing serious illnesses. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center in 2015. Dr. Leiter furthered his training through a fellowship at Harvard Interprofessional Palliative Care Program in 2017, bringing 14 years of experience to his practice. He is fluent in English and holds additional credentials including an MA degree and fellowship in the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.

Dr. Leiter practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, where he focuses on helping patients manage complex conditions. His expertise includes treating cancer pain and caring for patients with lung cancer, including advanced cases. Patients consistently rate him highly for his compassionate approach, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Harvard Interprofessional Palliative Care Program
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Boston , MABrookline , MAStoneham , MALyons , CO
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Med School: Regis College Med School: Dhaka Medical College And Hospital Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Leiter

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Options
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Tufts Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Leiter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Leiter has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospice & Palliative Med (internal Med)
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Harvard Interprofessional Palliative Care Program2017

Residency

New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center2015

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School of MedicineGraduated in 2012
Northwestern University (Graduate School)Graduated in 2012

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Dr. Richard Leiter speaks English.
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Dr. Richard Leiter's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
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