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Dr. Arthur Shektman, MD

Dr. Arthur Shektman, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Arthur Shektman, MD is a plastic surgeon in Wellesley Hills, MA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 68 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (68 reviews)

Practice

332 Washington St Ste 340 Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

Make an Appointment

(781) 239-0680

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shektman is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital Newton, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shektman specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Shektman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shektman

4.3

68 ratings, 55 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
1%
1%
1 Star
16%
16%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jan 27, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 31, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 09, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Feb 08, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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MZ – Feb 06, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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MP – Oct 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 06, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Maureen – Aug 25, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 24, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Nah – Aug 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Jul 12, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Kara in Salem, MA – Jun 21, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 13, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Dr Rosemary Calverley in Foxboro, MA – Dec 08, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Ms.Ramiel in Needham, MA – Jul 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 14, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Jessica in Danielson, CT – Dec 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 16, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
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OW in Boston. MA – Oct 31, 2016
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Robin in Boston, MA – Oct 09, 2016
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Arthur Shektman is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon serving Wellesley for 25 years. As a plastic surgeon he believes in providing the highest quality of care to his patients in a timely fashion.

biography

Dr. Arthur Shektman is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon serving Wellesley for more than 25 years. Dr. Shektman is experienced in Breast Lift / Augmentation, Facelifts, Liposuction and Laser Surgery. He is also a professional member of the American...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Plastic Surgery Residency - Albert Einstein School Of Medicine/montefiore Medical Center, New York City

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • Plastic Surgery Residency - Albert Einstein School Of Medicine/montefiore Medical Center, New York City

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • General Surgery Residency - Hahnemann University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • General Surgery Residency - Hahnemann University School Of Medicine|plastic Surgery Residency - Albert Einstein School Of Medicine/montefiore Medical Center, New York City

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990

  • Brandeis University, Boston - B.s. In Biology

    Undergraduate School, 1985
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Plastic Surgery
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  • "I had a wonderful experience! I couldn't be happier with my results!"

  • "I am so pleased with him and his staff. I felt so comfortable and never once did I feel there was any pressure."

  • "He was very insightful and gave me honest opinion about my procedure. I will definitely be referring people here!"

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Locations

Practice

Office332 Washington St Ste 340 Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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