Summary

Dr. Ronald Lechan is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism, bringing five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree and PhD from the University of Vermont Medical Center before completing his internal medicine internship and residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Dr. Lechan then pursued fellowship training in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism at Tufts Medical Center in 1980, establishing a foundation that has guided his career for 50 years. He provides care in English to patients throughout the Boston area.

Dr. Lechan practices at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, where he focuses on treating complex hormonal conditions. His expertise includes managing adrenal disease and various disorders of the thyroid gland. He also specializes in treating hypothalamic disease, which affects the brain region that controls many important body functions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive endocrine care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tufts Medical Center - Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Tufts Medical Center Endocrinology

260 Tremont Street Biewend Building, 2nd FloorBoston, MA 02116

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
50 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, French, English Speaks Spanish, French Speaks English
Boston , MABoston , MABoston , MABurlington , MA
Med School: University of Vermont Medical Center Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ronald M Lechan

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Medicaid Wellforce Care Plan ACO (Fallon)
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TMIN Aetna
  • TMIN AllaraCare
  • TMIN Cigna
  • TMIN Fallon
  • TMIN Fallon Med Adv
  • TMIN Fallon Navicare SCO
  • TMIN Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • TMIN Tufts Medicare Preferred PPO
  • TMIN Unicare
  • TMIN United Healthcare
  • TMIN United Healthcare Med Adv
  • TMIN United Healthcare OneCare
  • TMIN United Healthcare SCO
  • TMIN United Healthcare VACCN
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Public Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Wellforce MSSP ACOMedicare ACO

Medical Specialties

Ronald M Lechan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ronald M Lechan has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Endocrinology
  • Endocrinology & Metabolism
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothalamic Diseases
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Pancreatic Tumor (Islet Cell Adenoma)
  • Pituitary Diseases
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Ronald M Lechan 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 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Tufts Medical Center - Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism in 1980.

Residency

Completed their residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Internal Medicine in 1978.

Internship

Completed their internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Internal Medicine in 1977.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Vermont Medical Center in 1976.

NPI Number

Ronald M Lechan's NPI number is 1700824018.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ronald M Lechan's office located?
Ronald M Lechan's office is located at 260 Tremont Street Biewend Building, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA, 02116.
Does Ronald M Lechan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Ronald M Lechan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Ronald M Lechan affiliated with?
Ronald M Lechan is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center.
Does Ronald M Lechan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Ronald M Lechan accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Ronald M Lechan accepting new patients?
Ronald M Lechan is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Ronald M Lechan's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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