Dr. Deborah J. Riester, MD | Wayland, MA | Endocrinology

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Dr. Riester graduated from the Tufts University School of Medicine in 1985. She works in Wayland, MA and specializes in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism and Internal Medicine. Dr. Riester is affiliated with Newton Wellesley Hospital.

3.7

50 Ratings
41 years of experience
speaks English
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
22 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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She DOES NOT LISTEN to her patients! She is very condescending yet she is uninformed about key health issues. What this amounts to is a terrific waste of time when I came to her with my family history of rare genetic disorder, and she ignored it. If a Doc is too self-important to put the patient ahead of her ego, FIND A NEW DOCTOR! All my appointments were a waste of my time and Reister was always 40 or more minutes late to appointments. Never again! Stay away.

February 20th, 2021

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Been a long time patience. What is outstanding about is she cares for her patients and treats the cause of the problem and not just the symptoms.

December 8th, 2018

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She usually has a wait, but otherwise amazing

October 5th, 2018

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She always knows what she is doing and has so much exeperience. She spend a lot of time in the room with you and never fails to diagnose a problem.

October 5th, 2018

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NEVER on time. averages 45 minutes last for every appointment. repeats herself, does not seem to listen. her staff sucks. no consistency and when they are supposed to call in referrals it doesn't get done without repeated phone calls. relies on her staff to get stuff done and it doesn't get done. can't remember from one appointment to another what is going on.

June 13th, 2018

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quick atention,good attention to detail,visit for uti,yet mad sure all system testing wnl. very impressive. will see again for thorough thyroid eval.

March 28th, 2017

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My diabetes was out of control. After I saw Dr Riester doing much better. On a plan and see her on a regular basis.

September 9th, 2016

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got right to the point. took care of my problem, ordered some tests and asked lots of questions to make sure she had the story straight. If your looking for a doc that asks you 3 questions and out the door go someplace else, She is thorough.

March 7th, 2016

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Dr. Reister was my GP for 10 years. She was excellent. I always felt very cared for.

October 23rd, 2015

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I waited a bit to get in but she helpedme tremendously . She ran some tests and didnt just guess like my other doctors

October 11th, 2015

Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care Andrew Avenue

109 Andrew Ave Ste 101Wayland, MA 01778

Tel: (781) 453-8450

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

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Dr. Deborah Joanne Riester, MD	Dr. Kenan Joel Sauder, MD	Mary C Dockery	Dr. Constantine Khoury, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Cytopathology	Nurse Practitioner	Hospital Medicine
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3.7 (50 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	23 Years of Experience		11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Wayland , MA	Newton Lower Falls , MA	Norwood , MA	South Weymouth , MA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine	Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine		Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Acromegaly
Addison Disease
Cushing Disease
Diabetes
Diabetes (Types I & II)
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
Fatigue
Gland Issues
Hormones
Hyperthyroidism
Hypopituitarism
Hypothyroidism
Internal Medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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What languages does Dr. Deborah Riester speak?: Dr. Deborah Riester speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Deborah Riester's office located?: Dr. Deborah Riester's office is located at 109 Andrew Ave Ste 101, Wayland, MA, 01778.
Which hospitals is Dr. Deborah Riester affiliated with?: Dr. Deborah Riester is affiliated with Newton Wellesley Hospital.
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