5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
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.
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
- 37 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, French
- 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 locationsUphams Corner Health Center
415 Columbia RdDorchester, MA 02125 Tel: (617) 287-8000
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
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, French | Speaks English | Speaks English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu | Speaks English |
| Dorchester , MA | Brookline , MA | Wilmington , MA | Lyons , CO |
| Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Regis College | Med School: Vijayanagar Institute Of Medical Sciences | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Cranson Bird
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Cranson Bird has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Cranson Bird has the following 8 areas of expertise
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 Cranson Bird speaks Spanish and French.
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- Dr. Richard Cranson Bird is affiliated with Boston Medical Center and Boston Medical Center Brighton.
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