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Summary
Dr. William Sullivan is a board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism, with additional expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Deaconess Hospital. With 46 years of clinical experience, Dr. Sullivan has built extensive knowledge in managing complex hormonal and metabolic disorders. He is fluent in Spanish and Russian, enabling him to serve diverse patient communities.
Dr. Sullivan practices at multiple Beth Israel Deaconess locations, including the main Medical Center in Boston and the West Campus, as well as Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham. He treats patients with high blood sugar conditions and hyperglycemic emergencies. His clinical expertise includes performing glucose tests and comprehensive metabolic assessments to help diagnose and monitor diabetes management.
Dr. Sullivan practices at multiple Beth Israel Deaconess locations, including the main Medical Center in Boston and the West Campus, as well as Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham. He treats patients with high blood sugar conditions and hyperglycemic emergencies. His clinical expertise includes performing glucose tests and comprehensive metabolic assessments to help diagnose and monitor diabetes management.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 46 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, Russian
- Deaconess Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. William Mc Hugh Sullivan has 3 locationsJoslin Diabetes Center
1 Joslin PlBoston, MA 02215 Tel: (617) 732-2400
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Joslin Diabetes Center At Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital
145 Rosemary St Ste DNeedham, MA 02494 Tel: (781) 453-8525
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
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| Dr. William Mc Hugh Sullivan, MD | Dr. Mary Ann Valliere, MD | Dr. Robert David Arbeit, MD | Dr. Bruce Ryan Bistrian, MD |
| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Infectious Disease | Infectious Disease | Nutrition |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 46 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 54 Years of Experience | 61 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, Russian | |||
| Boston , MA | Worcester , MA | West Newton , MA | Boston , MA |
| Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School | Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Mc Hugh Sullivan
Medical Specialties
Dr. William Mc Hugh Sullivan has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. William Mc Hugh Sullivan has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
46 Years Experience
Dr. William Mc Hugh Sullivan 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 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Deaconess Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1980.
NPI Number
Dr. Sullivan's NPI number is 1922107234.
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- Dr. William Sullivan is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center West Campus, and BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER.
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- Dr. William Sullivan's office is located at 1 Joslin Pl, Boston, MA, 02215.
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