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Dr. Carolyn Shaak, MD

Dr. Carolyn Shaak, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Carolyn Shaak, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Needham, MA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1979. She is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

405 Great Plain Ave Needham, MA 02492
(781) 453-6996

Dr. Shaak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shaak specializes in the area of Obstetrics & Gynecology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • 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. Shaak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaak

4.4
19 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
79%
79%
4 star
5%
5%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
11%
11%

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I have been a patient of Dr.Shaak’s for 30 years. I liked her from my very first appointment when she was located on Beacon Street, Boston. Your appointment is never rushed and she takes the time to explain things to you and she answers all my questions.
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
Helpful
Jul 15, 2023
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Very knowledgeable. First doctor to look at more than my TSH when evaluating thyroid issues. Careful and methodical, but gave weight to my symptoms—not just a cursory look at basic labs. After working with her for one year, I feel better than I can remember feeling in a long time.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Jennifer Lee – Oct 13, 2019
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I have been going to Women Well for 8 years. I was referred by my Social Worker at age 50 by Children's Hospital before my son, age 19 would undergo a heart transplant. I have never been disappointed with my care and have greatly benefitted from Organic Hormone Support that I recommend to everyone. I go to the group but I don't have major medical problems so I don't see Dr. Schaak regularly but I have met with her a few times and she is amazing-so informative, so smart, so in touch, an honor.
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
21 others found this helpful
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Jane Calvert Kellogg in Needham, MA – Feb 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Carolyn Shaak, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Needham, MA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1979. She is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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

  • University Of Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Shaak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Corp.405 Great Plain Ave Needham, MA 02492
    1

    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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