Summary

Dr. Richard Bird specializes in internal medicine, preventive medicine, and physical medicine & rehabilitation. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Harvard Medical School. With 37 years of clinical experience, Dr. Bird brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in Spanish and French.

Dr. Bird practices at Boston Medical Center and Boston Medical Center Brighton, with locations in Dorchester and Boston, Massachusetts. His expertise includes managing type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, and mood disorders in children. He performs routine blood work, A1C testing, and provides COVID-19 vaccinations. Patients consistently rate Dr. Bird highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • speaks French, Spanish
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Cranson Bird has 4 locations

Uphams Corner Health Center

415 Columbia RdDorchester, MA 02125
Mon8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Dr. Richard Cranson Bird

500 Columbia RdDorchester, MA 02125

Boston Medical Center

1 Boston Medical Ctr PlBoston, MA 02118

Saint Elizabeths Medical Center

736 Cambridge StBrighton, MA 02135

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Dr. Richard Cranson Bird JR., MDKerry L. Folkman, MSN, NP-CDr. Manjunath Govindaiah, MDDr. Sanjiban Dey, MD
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37 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu Speaks English
Dorchester , MABrookline , MAWilmington , MAStoneham , MA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Regis College Med School: Vijayanagar Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: Dhaka Medical College And Hospital
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Cranson Bird

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Cranson Bird has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Cranson Bird has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Preventative Medicine
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Cranson Bird holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Harvard Medical School.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Bird's NPI number is 1316040603.

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Dr. Richard Bird's office is located at 415 Columbia Rd, Dorchester, MA, 02125.
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Dr. Richard Bird is affiliated with Boston Medical Center and Boston Medical Center Brighton.
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