Summary

Dr. Donald Hess Jr. treats inguinal hernia, sports hernia, and ventral hernia, and performs hernia repair surgery in children and inguinal herniorrhaphy. He has practiced surgery for 36 years and is affiliated with Boston Medical Center and Boston Medical Center Brighton.

Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Hess earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed residency training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Harvard Medical School in 1997 and a fellowship at New England Deaconess Hospital in 1995. He sees patients in Boston, Massachusetts.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • New England Deaconess Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Department of Surgery

300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks English
Boston , MAEaston , MABoston , MARoslindale , MA
Med School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Donald T. Hess Jr. has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Donald T. Hess Jr. has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Donald T. Hess Jr. holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at New England Deaconess Hospital in 1995.

Residency

Completed their residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Harvard Medical School in 1997, and Deaconess Hospital in 1991.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1990.

NPI Number

Donald T. Hess Jr.'s NPI number is 1629031406.

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