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Dr. Benita Handa, MD

Dr. Benita Handa, MD

Psychiatry*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Benita Handa, MD is a psychiatrist in Burlington, MA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Tufts University in 1993. She is affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

41 Mall Rd Burlington, MA 01805
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(781) 744-8006

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Handa specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Handa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Handa

4.2
13 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
77%
77%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
8%
8%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
15%
15%

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One of the greatest in her field
I have been seeing Dr. Handa for a few years now. I will never forget my first visit with her. Dr. Handa saw I was at my wit's end, and very depressed. I had been through so much in my lifetime, and with the pain from too back surgeries, Dr. Handa worked wonders with me. Dr. Handa is brilliantly smart and knows me very well. I am grateful for Dr. Handa and her professional advice and care. Dr. Handa has helped me, and for this I am grateful.
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
Helpful
Kathy Swisher – Jun 25, 2022
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She is terrific!
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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Dec 13, 2020
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Dr. Handa will listen to your concerns and take them into account when working holistically to find the right medication for you. Even when faced with an upset client, Dr. Handa remains kind and empathetic. (I have BPD and going through a recent suicide loss yet she has handled my episodes very well.)
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 22, 2020
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Dr. Handa is very smart and extremely kind. She does care about me and my problems. And she is very professional. She does give sound advice and find the best medications that work for me and my psychological issues. I do recommend Dr. Handa to any patient who is seeking a nice, kind, professional and know-what-they-are-doing psychiatrist! She is GREAT!
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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Mark Smith in Burlington, MA – Jun 28, 2019
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Difficult to work with and found her to be manipulative and dishonest. Very disheartening when one goes to a provider for help and leave with additional problems
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Mar 20, 2019
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Dr. Handa is an excellent doctor; smart, compassionate, engaging. I highly recommend her.
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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Manchester, NH – Sep 11, 2017
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Dr. Handa has been a tremendous resource who has been engaging and insightful. Unlike other providers who need to relearn your story every time you come in, she makes long term plans with you and follows up and adjusts treatment accordingly each visit. Very happy with my care.
What went well
  • 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 01, 2017
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Dr. Handa, is by far, the best psychiatrist I have ever dealt with over the years with my chronic anxiety issue. Dr. Handa respects your input and your advocating for yourself. She takes the needed amount of time to explain the plan of treatment, and asks if you are comfortable with the planned treatment, as well as being an active listener to your concerns. Dr. Handa is excellent!!! KN
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Kevin in Andover, MA – Feb 08, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Benita Handa, MD is a psychiatrist in Burlington, MA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Tufts University in 1993. She is affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Tufts University

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Lahey Hospital & Medical Center41 Mall Rd Burlington, MA 01805
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Lahey Medical Center Peabody1 Essex Center Dr Peabody, MA 01960
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington

    45 Mall Rd
    Burlington, MA 01803
    Recipient of 41
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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