Dr. Robert S. Chernack | Somerville, MA | General Surgeon

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Dr. Robert Chernack is a medical doctor who specializes in surgery, orthopedic surgery, and physical medicine and rehabilitation. He earned his medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston University Medical Center. With 44 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Chernack brings extensive expertise to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Chernack practices at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates in Somerville, Massachusetts. His clinical focus includes treating knee osteoarthritis and other forms of osteoarthritis, helping patients manage joint pain and mobility challenges. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.4

16 Ratings
44 years of experience
2 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Boston University Medical Center
5 written reviews
3 specialties
2 areas of expertise
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Chernack's Ratings and Reviews

3.4

16 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Have seen him several times over the years and have found him to be thorough in his treatment

January 12th, 2016

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Loved the guy.... Knows shoulders cold!!! Had me do an additional 4 weeks of rehab to make sure an MRI was needed...only wish he did the surgeries ...Had gone to him as a second opinion... Glad I did... He ordered the MRI which found a large rotator tear... Spent extra time with me to explain what he believed the problem was ... Awesome bedside manner... Especially if you enjoy a person that's real with a sense of humor ... I prefer that to the dry / cold surgeon ... Again just wish he performed the surgeries

August 4th, 2015

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Dr. Chernack helped my knee pain tremendously and is very supportive in follow up.

September 28th, 2014

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Quick, casual assessment. Second opinions differ greatly from Dr. Chernack's diagnosis, treatment and follow up appointments.Consider overall evaluation of Dr. Chernack and contact all his patients!

July 2nd, 2012

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Once I got to see Dr Chernack, he was very attentive. He asked relevent questions and gave detailed analyses of how to procede as well as what could be expected. I say he was well worth the wait. Once I met with him I received nearly an hour of consultation though this was not at Harvard Vanguard but at another venue in which he practices.

July 22nd, 2010

Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates Somerville

40 Holland StSomerville, MA 02144

Tel: (617) 629-6000

Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm


Dr. Robert Stuart Chernack	Dr. Henry Lin, FACS, MD	Dr. Mohammad Alfaqih, MD	Dr. Benjamin Hyun Lee, MD
Surgery	Surgery	Diagnostic Radiology	Pathology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (16 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
44 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English
Somerville , MA	Easton , MA	Boston , MA	BOSTON , MA
Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine	Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine	Med School: King Saud University Riyadh College Of Medicine	Med School: School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Medical Center
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Tufts Health Plan

Orthopedic Surgery
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Boston University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Chernack's NPI number is 1700941143.

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