Summary

Dr. Gary Portnay specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, with additional expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences and completed his residency at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center. With 58 years of clinical experience, Dr. Portnay brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He speaks Russian and Italian in addition to English.

Dr. Portnay practices at Winchester Hospital and sees patients in Billerica, Massachusetts. His expertise includes caring for patients with type 2 diabetes, diabetes mellitus, and geriatric diabetes. He performs procedures such as colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopies, and dilated eye exams to provide comprehensive care. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 58 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, Italian
  • St Elizabeths Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Gary Ira Portnay has 2 locations

Lahey Health Primary Care Billerica

790 Boston RdBillerica, MA 01821
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

Lahey Health Primary Care, Billerica

790 Boston Rd Ste 8Billerica, MA 01821

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Dr. Gary Ira Portnay, MDDr. Ami Saraiya Makwana, MDDr. Jocelyn Reid Farmer, MDDr. John J Oconnor, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismDiagnostic RadiologyAllergy & ImmunologyAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
58 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, Italian
Billerica , MABoston , MABurlington , MASouth Weymouth , MA
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary Ira Portnay

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UniCare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary Ira Portnay has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary Ira Portnay has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Thyroid Diseases
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Elizabeths Medical Center

Medical School

Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & SciencesGraduated in 1968

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Gary Portnay accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Gary Portnay accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Gary Portnay accepting new patients?
Dr. Gary Portnay is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Gary Portnay's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Gary Portnay's office located?
Dr. Gary Portnay's office is located at 790 Boston Rd, Billerica, MA, 01821.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gary Portnay affiliated with?
Dr. Gary Portnay is affiliated with Winchester Hospital.
Does Dr. Gary Portnay accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Gary Portnay has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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