Dr. Claire G. Carswell, MD | Belmont, MA | Psychiatrist

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Dr. Carswell graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 1990. She works in Belmont, MA and specializes in Psychiatry and Psychology. Dr. Carswell is affiliated with Mclean Hospital.

3.4

10 Ratings
36 years of experience
2 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Medical University Of South Carolina
6 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Flexible scheduling

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Dr. Carswell's Ratings and Reviews

3.4

10 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Flexible scheduling: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Dr. Carswell is amazing and her thorough treatment has changed my life.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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March 6th, 2013

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Uncaring. She does not listen to patients and does not return calls. Prescribes huge amount of medication.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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November 26th, 2012

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Very disappointing care. Does not listen to patient. Prescribes without thinking of side effects and does not return phone calls about meds

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

June 10th, 2011

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Dr. Carswell has always been one of my favorites. She cares for you-- not just treats you.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 15th, 2010

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The visit was overall wonderful & I would suggest anyone looking for a great psychologist in the area to Dr. Carswell. She is sweet and informative!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 4th, 2010

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For a doctor at one of the best psychiatric hospitals in the country (Mclean) I was surprised at Dr. Carswell's poor bedside manner. She was my admitting doctor and I expected her to be a bit more understanding and compassionate. Instead I found her to be arrogant and condescending.In fairness to McLean, I found all of the other psychiatrists to be professional and attentive.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis

Needs Improvement

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

February 12th, 2010

Mclean Hospital

115 Mill StBelmont, MA 02478

Tel: (617) 855-2000

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


Dr. Claire Griffin Carswell, MD	Nancy Ellen Boutin, PMHNP	Dr. John Ellis, MD	Rachel Noel, PMHNP-BC, NP
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (10 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.2 (10 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	41 Years of Experience	5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks French, English, Creole
Belmont , MA	Burlington , MA	Brookline , MA	Boston , MA
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine		Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Florida Atlantic University
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Clinical Depression
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Insomnia
Manic Depressive Disorder
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Psychology
Schizophrenia
Sleep Disorders

Dr. Claire Griffin Carswell holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical University Of South Carolina.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Carswell's NPI number is 1114008992.

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