Dr. Michelle A. Lafornara, MD | Brookline, MA | Obstetrician-Gynecologist

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Dr. Michelle Lafornara treats antepartum depression, pregnancy, and vaginal bleeding after the first trimester, and has practiced obstetrics and gynecology and emergency medicine for 23 years. She sees patients in Brookline, Massachusetts. Dr. Lafornara earned her medical degree from Albany Medical College. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lafornara 4.62 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.6

8 Ratings
23 years of experience
32 insurance plans accepted
Albany Medical College
7 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
1 office location
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Lafornara's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

8 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Dr. Lafornara may be an okay doctor but every visit I've had with her has left me feeling ignored (my visit notes clearly show that she either doesn't listen to me or doesn't believe anything I say), condescended to, and incredibly stressed out. This culminated in a recent visit where I believe I was billed for a higher level of service than I received and the staff at this office was not helpful in resolving the issue.

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Had a good bedside manner
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Saw me in a timely manner
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August 31st, 2026

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Excellent doctor. Had a good experience

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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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August 25th, 2013

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Love Dr. Lafornara! I highly recommend her. She took time to talk to me at all my many appointments -- when I was pregnant and in the years before. I never felt that she was in a rush. She was great throughout a surprisingly speedy delivery, and a difficult recovery - a very reassuring person. I was so sad to have to leave her when we moved away.

July 16th, 2012

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Would not have made it through my pregnancy without her. She is compassionate, caring, relatable, professional.

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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

Needs Improvement

December 10th, 2011

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This is my first pregnancy but compared with all other medical care I have ever received in my life, by far she is the best. Recommend her highly.

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

February 23rd, 2011

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She is definitely the best physician I have come across. Her kindness is unparalleled.

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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

Needs Improvement

March 14th, 2010

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It was a pleasure seeing Dr. Lafornia. She really took the time to talk to me.

Did Well

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 30th, 2009

Boston Obstetrics And Gynecology Llc

1 Brookline Pl Ste 423Brookline, MA 02445

Tel: (617) 566-1535

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. Michelle A Lafornara, MD	Dr. Sherma St Fort Morton, MD	Kaitlen S Howell	Markley Holmes Boyer
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Obstetrics & Gynecology	Emergency Medicine	Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (8 Ratings)	4.8 (19 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	63 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English
Brookline , MA	Durham , NC	Boston , MA	BOSTON , MA
Med School: Albany Medical College	Med School: University of Florida College of Medicine	Med School: Harvard Medical School	Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Birth Control
C-section
Child Birth
Emergency Medicine
Hot Flashes
Infertility
Menopause
Menstrual Pain
Overactive Urinary Bladder
Pap Smear
Pelvic Exam
Pregnancy
Prenatal Care
Women's Health

Dr. Michelle A Lafornara 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

Medical School

Graduated from Albany Medical College in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. Lafornara's NPI number is 1801056585.

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Where is Dr. Michelle Lafornara's office located?: Dr. Michelle Lafornara's office is located at 1 Brookline Pl Ste 423, Brookline, MA, 02445.

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