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Dr. Ann Marie Joyce, MD

Dr. Ann Marie Joyce, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Ann Marie Joyce, MD is a gastroenterologist in Acton, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Joyce has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. She graduated from University College Galway in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Lowell General Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

45B Discovery Way Acton, MA 01720

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Dr. Joyce's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Joyce

3.3
9 ratings, 6 with a written review
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V Chris Musker
I first met Dr Joyce in Dec 2021 where she preformed my colonoscopy. Something I had put off because of fear and opted only to do home tests. That test proved abnormal and I was referred for the colonoscopy. She was amazing, and treated me as though I were the only patent for the day. Her care, compassion and understanding meant so much to me. She did find a cancerous tumor which I actually saw. I had surgery with another amazing Woman surgeon Dr. Kuhnen. I highly recommend Dr. Joyce if you need to have your colonoscopy. Please remember it can safe your life like it did for me. Her staff and pre op department were wonderful. She is great at what she does and being a woman she totally understands peoples fears and comforts everyone of them. I will continue to have my colonoscopy and will continue to recommend Dr Joyce to all.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ms V Christine Musker – Mar 17, 2022
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ULTRASONIC UPPER ENDOSCOPY; COLONOSCOPY
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 27, 2020
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Professional and compassionate, I had many procedures done with Dr. Joyce, also with Dr. Kaimakliotis @ Lahey, the best G/I doctors.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Jim Z in MA, MA – Mar 09, 2019
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Dr Joyce is wonderful, one of my favorite physicians . She is extremely knowledgeable and really explains whats going on in layman terms. She spends time reviewing procedures, answering all questions, and really meets the expectations of patients. I highly recommend Dr. Joyce as a gastroenterologist and a proceduralist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Enfield, CT – Jul 07, 2017
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Terrible experience cwith this Dr and the Dept ,She couldn't help my issues and the office staff and definitely the Supv . Karen has a terrible attitude and no customer service skills ,, Good elsewhere for the proper overall treatment is my best opinion I can give you ??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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May 14, 2017
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I have been seeing Dr Joyce for a couple of years now. Over the last year I have suffered with severe Gastro issues and she has been unable to help me and I was even told they were at an end. She just gave up because clearly in my opinion she isn't competent enough to help me with my issues. Over the last 20 or so years suffering from severe Gerd I have seen top Drs in major Boston Hospitals who have diagnosed me with conditions that she says I don't have??? Think before going !
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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May 13, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Joyce approaches each case with compassion and empathy, ensuring that all her patients receive not only exceptional medical care but also emotional support throughout their healthcare journey.

biography

Dr. Ann Marie Joyce received her Doctor of Medicine at University College Galway and completed her Internal Medicine Residency at Lahey Clinic Medical Center and Medical Center. She then completed her Gastroenterology Fellowship at Lahey Clinic...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

    2005
  • Lahey Clinic Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004
  • Lahey Clinic Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • Lahey Clinic Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1999
  • University College Galway

    Medical School, 1997
  • University Of Galway

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Locations

Practice

Gastro Health - Acton45B Discovery Way Acton, MA 01720
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Practice

Gastro Health - Chelmsford4 Meeting House Rd Ste 8 Chelmsford, MA 01824
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Ave
    Boston, MA 02215
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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  • Emerson Hospital

    133 Old Road To 9 Acre Cor
    Concord, MA 01742
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lowell General Hospital

    295 Varnum Ave
    Lowell, MA 01854
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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