Dr. James W. Todd, MD | Newton Lower Falls, MA | Cardiologist

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Dr. James Todd is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in internal medicine who brings nearly six decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital. His extensive 59-year career has established him as a seasoned physician in heart and vascular care. Dr. Todd is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Todd practices at Tufts Medical Center and sees patients in Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts. He specializes in treating high blood pressure conditions, including complex cases requiring urgent care. His practice also focuses on compassionate end-of-life care, offering hospice services and palliative treatment to help patients and families navigate difficult health decisions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.4

13 Ratings
59 years of experience
21 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, French, Spanish
Brigham & Womens Hospital
5 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Todd's Ratings and Reviews

3.4

13 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (2) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Dr. Todd is absolutely great. His knowledge and communication skills are impeccable, and he really care. He REALLY care! At one visit he found my condition dangerous, and recommend me go to emergency care immediately. I thought he exaggerates, and said"OK", but decide to go home. He'd seen my reaction, so he literally grab my hand and brought to ER. It's all and up with open heart surgery that saved my life and put me on my fit again. I don't see him often now, and I think – this is his greatest achievement. He just found right treatment for my condition, and I feel like another man.

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

July 23rd, 2017

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I've read some of the other reviews, and I disagree with them about the Dr. He has always done right by me, I had issues and he got me admitted to N/W hosp. and seen by the right people. He came and checked up on me several times before I was transferred to Tufts. I never knew this Dr prior to signing as a patient, I am not a friend, neighbor, nor relative. I've had no bad issues with him personally, Like most Dr's he can run late, but that is because he took the time with previous patients. The others whom posted poor reviews here, probably started out with a bad attitude. As for the staff, I only really dealt with Maria when she was there.

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

September 30th, 2013

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Watch out, this so call doctor is all about making money. He has no concerns for you health. His staff is no better, especially Shirley the secretary, useless and obnoxious.

September 4th, 2013

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I find Dr Todd to be knowledgeable in his field, and very thorough in diagnosing a cardio-health issue. He takes a step-by-step approach to determine and isolate what the problem is, whats causing it and how to rectify it. His bedside manner my not suit everyone, but he is a no-nonsense Dr who takes values his time and yours. He doesnt waste time on useless platitudes, but gets right to the point. He scolded me once for cancelling an appt, but he is a professional after all, and has other patients to see and take care of as well.

July 24th, 2012

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Running business not a patient care.Limited, if not absent knowledge of internal medicine. Can be obnoxious if angry at the patient.

Did Well

Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

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

May 24th, 2011

1 person found this helpful

Todd James Office

2000 Washington St Ste 403Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462

Tel: (617) 965-2328

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

Newton Wellesley Hospital

2014 Washington StNewton Lower Falls, MA 02462

Tel: (617) 243-6000


Dr. James Wingate Todd, MD	Dr. Dana Weisshaar, MD	Robert L Deresiewicz	Sahil Girish Shah
Cardiovascular Disease	Cardiovascular Disease	Infectious Disease	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
59 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, French, Spanish	Speaks English
Newton Lower Falls , MA	Cambridge , MA	Boston , MA	Brighton , MA
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Toledo Medical School	Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai	Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicaid
AmeriGroup
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
Integra
MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
Medicaid - Medicaid
Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
Medicare
Medicare - Medicaid
Medicare - Medicare
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Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Arrhythmia
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clot
Heart Attack
Heart Block
Heart Diseases
Heart Failure
High Cholesterol
Hypertension
Internal Medicine
Stroke
Unstable Angina

Dr. James Wingate Todd 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 Brigham & Womens Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine and Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 1967.

NPI Number

Dr. Todd's NPI number is 1720050586.

Emily Anne Larnard
Interventional Cardiology
9 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(0)
Adrian Saputra Gunawan
Diagnostic Radiology
3 Years Exp | Brighton, MA
(0)
Maria Grig
Anesthesiology
7 Years Exp | Cambridge, MA
(0)
Xinrui Lillian Zhang
Nephrology
2 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(0)
Keith Louis Spinali
Diagnostic Radiology
6 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(0)
Michelle Anne Ammerer
Interventional Cardiology
31 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(0)
Michael Gerard J Murray
Pediatrics
44 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(0)
James R Morris
Pediatrics
27 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(0)
Michael Eugene Max Hurley-Welljams-Dorof
Anesthesiology
9 Years Exp | Brighton, MA
(0)
Judith A Rojcewicz
Emergency Medicine
45 Years Exp | Lowell, MA
(0)

What languages does Dr. James Todd speak?: Dr. James Todd speaks English, French, and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Todd affiliated with?: Dr. James Todd is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center.
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