Summary

Dr. Michael Docktor is a gastroenterology specialist who focuses on digestive health conditions in children and adolescents. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers and completed his residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles in 2005. Dr. Docktor further specialized through fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology at Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School, completing his advanced training in 2008. With 21 years of experience in medicine, he holds board certification in pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics and communicates with patients and families in English.

Dr. Docktor practices at Boston Children's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, where he serves in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. He provides expert care for children with Crohn's disease and helps families navigate feeding challenges in infants and picky eaters. His clinical expertise includes performing infusion therapy and utilizing specialized diagnostic tests like C-reactive protein analysis to monitor inflammation and guide treatment decisions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Docktor highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5 for his compassionate and comprehensive care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School - Boston, MA
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Boston , MASACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CAMontgomery , AL
Med School: Rutgers Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: Georgia State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael J. Docktor

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael J. Docktor has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael J. Docktor has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School - Boston, MA2008
Boston Children's Hospital, Fellow:Pediatric Gastroenterology2008

Residency

Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Children's Hospital Los Angeles2006
Children's Hospital-Los Angeles CA2005
Children's Hospital Los Angeles - Los Angeles, CA2005

Medical School

RutgersGraduated in 2005

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Michael J. Docktor affiliated with?
Dr. Michael J. Docktor is affiliated with Boston Childrens Hospital.
Does Dr. Michael J. Docktor accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Michael J. Docktor's office located?
Dr. Michael J. Docktor's office is located at 300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA, 02115.
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