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Dr. Deirdre Connolly, MD

Dr. Deirdre Connolly, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Deirdre Connolly, MD is a family medicine physician in Chelmsford, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rush Medical College in 1996. She is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

23 Village Sq Chelmsford, MA 01824
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Connolly specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Connolly's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Connolly

3.7
33 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 star
61%
61%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
3%
3%
2 star
3%
3%
1 star
27%
27%

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One of The Best
I've been to many Doctors in my 74 years. For more than a dozen years I have been a patient of Dr. Deidre Connolly. She is easy to talk with and I have shared many laughs with her. Dr. Connolly is a very good listener and knows the right questions to ask regarding my health issues. The office staff has been very helpful and pleasant to deal with both on the phone and in person. I'm happy to say if you are in need of a great Doctor give Dr. Connolly a call. Tom King - Tewksbury
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 07, 2024
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Perfect for me
She sat down and listened thoroughly. Respects my choice, provided education when asked, relaxed and patient. Very comfortable and earned my trust
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Michael H – Jul 29, 2024
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Did not wait long, The staff is curious and friendly always, I have been seeing Dr Connolly for approximately 18 years, and find her to be thorough and attentive, and compassionate always, listens to what I have to say, and acts accordingly if I need tests done. I like my Dr and the whole Staff. Thank You for all You do!
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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Aline Santos – Feb 07, 2024
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Great overall medical care!
I have been going to Dr. Connolly for a long time now and she has always been responsive to my needs as a patient. Also, when I see her for my annual physical, she always makes sure to connect with me on a personal level, asking about my job, family, life, etc. I don't get that "rushed through" feeling like you're a patient "number of the day" that you can get with managed care. Dr. Connolly goes above and beyond for her patients. For example, I wanted a prescription for a sleeping pill and despite the fact that she was working from home with covid, she made sure to call in to the pharmacy before the weekend so I could get some sleep! I can't say enough about her!!! If you have serious medical issues and need constant attention with scheduling appointments, lab results, return phone calls, etc. then maybe she's not for you. But if you are a reasonably healthy person, you will be very satisfied with the quality of care you receive from 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
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Aug 20, 2022
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Dr Connolly had been my mom’s doctor for many years. As caregiver now for my elderly mom, I have had many interactions with Dr Connolly. She has gone above and beyond helping us navigate through numerous health issues, and now helping us with compassionate end of life care as my mom has entered hospice. Dr Connolly returns calls quickly, spends as much time as we have needed explaining things, listening to our concerns, and helping us navigate tests and decisions. She even offered to make a home visit if we needed one. What other doctor in this day and age has ever offered to do that for her patients? Her office staff has been very kind, and they have always been on top of scheduling tests and contacting us with updates. I really couldn’t express more, my thankfulness for Dr Connolly and her staff. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
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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Susan Anganes – Jan 18, 2021
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This doctor is indifferent and unresponsive. I had three major experiences in past two years where I would be concerned about my lab reports or diagnostic tests, would call the office, wait for two to three days after being told by the front desk staff that doctor would call me back in 24 hours. Then I call second time and the same story repeats. Sometimes after two calls, a nurse would call me back with some answer but never the doctor. Then my latest experience had become the last straw and I ended up switching to a new physician. I had a diagnostic test done last year which showed some abnormalities and as usual, I hadn't received any call from the doctor's office. Then this year, she repeated the same test after realizing she overlooked the last year's result but same pattern of not returning calls continued.I can not tell how frustrating it is to deal with this doctor. She doesn't address patient's concerns and doesn't return phone calls. Poor service and a lot of apathy!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
6 others found this helpful
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Sri D – Oct 28, 2020
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Dr. Connolly is an awesome dr. She is empathetic, compassionate and understanding. She will listen and makes sure that you are part of the decisions that effect you. Some people have a hard time with her, but I don’t if you get to know her and are open and honest with her she will take good care of you. I can be myself and be brutally honest with her and I know that she is on my side. Thanks Dr. Connolly for being you!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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BC – Mar 27, 2020
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Dr Connelly is smart, caring and she is a good Listener. She referred me to a specialist for surgery that saved my life. I have complete trust in her . She is wonderful.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Kay in Lowell ma – Jan 10, 2018
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Dr. Connolly is thorough, smart, and caring. I've been a nurse since 1980. I've worked with alot of doctors in my life. And I know what a good doctor looks like. She's it, the one I want on my side. SGW Lowell.
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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SGW in Lowell – Jul 21, 2017
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She and her staff are great! I am lucky to have them.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Peter in Littleton, MA – Feb 23, 2017
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Dr. Connolly is amazing. She takes her time with you. You won't feel like you're being rushed! She's a great listener! She makes you feel so comfortable. I recommend her to anyone. She doesn't just look at a screen, and prescribes medication. She gets to know you, unlike some doctors. It's a team effort, we are both involved! Thank you Dr. Connolly
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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Jessica – Feb 09, 2017
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Been a patient for close to 20 years. Love her! She is very thorough, attentive & caring. Best there is. Down to earth & so understanding.
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
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Paula in Boston, MA – Jan 11, 2017
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Dr. Connolly has been my PCP for about 5 years. She has always gone above and beyond to treat my complex medical needs. She has not only recommended various specialists (at least 5 from 3 different hospitals) but she keeps abreast of it ALL. On more than one occasion she visited me in the hospital just to say hi and ask how I was doing. I would and have recommended Dr. Connolly to family & friends and they were pleased with her care. Dr. Connolly's staff is always friendly & helpful.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Valerie Giguere in Lowell, MA – May 05, 2016
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Dr. Connolly and her staff are well deserving of a 5 star rating. Dr. Connolly has saved my life twice, and has jumped through many hoops to get testing, diagnosis, impossible insurance requests, and tireless effort on her part and her entire staff for a challenging patient. Her team worked flawlessly to save my life this week, as I present with a multitude of health issues, I consider these people my heroes.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Linda Dalessio in Westford MA – Apr 09, 2016
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Does not call back on an emergency
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
  • Long wait times
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About Me

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Dr. Deirdre Connolly, MD is a family medicine physician in Chelmsford, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rush Medical College in 1996. She is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Family Medicine

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  • Rush Presbyterian St Luke's Hospital Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • Rush Medical College

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Lowell General Hospital23 Village Sq Chelmsford, MA 01824
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Practice

Office10 Research Pl Ste 200 North Chelmsford, MA 01863
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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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