Summary

Dr. Barbara Mendes specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. They earned their medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed residency training at Cook County Hospital. With 41 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Mendes brings extensive experience to patient care. They are fluent in Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, and English, enabling them to serve diverse communities.

Dr. Mendes practices at Bowdoin Street Health Center in Dorchester, Massachusetts, and maintains hospital privileges at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center East Campus. They have particular expertise in caring for patients with Alzheimer's disease and cognitive impairment. Dr. Mendes also treats heart rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation. Patients rate their care highly, giving them an average rating of 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 41 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, English
  • Cook County Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Bowdoin Street Health Center

230 Bowdoin StDorchester, MA 02122
Mon8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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Speaks Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, English Speaks English, French, Haitian Creole Speaks English, Swahili
Dorchester , MALeominster , MABoca Raton , FLDracut , MA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - HMO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Integra
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Well Sense Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cook County Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Mendes' NPI number is 1639104771.

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What languages does Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes speak?
Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes speaks Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes affiliated with?
Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center East Campus.
Where is Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes's office located?
Dr. Barbara Lee Mendes's office is located at 230 Bowdoin St, Dorchester, MA, 02122.

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