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Dr. John Gittinger, MD

Dr. John Gittinger, MD

Ophthalmology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. John Gittinger, MD is an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1971. He is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
(617) 573-3412

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gittinger specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • 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. Gittinger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gittinger

3.7

11 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
64%
64%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
9%
9%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
27%
27%

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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
Helpful
May 10, 2024
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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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Brian S – Jul 03, 2023
Hi Brian, thank you for sharing your positive...Read More
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 21, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your...Read More
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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
Helpful
Theodore M. Schiff – Jul 20, 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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
May 24, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Sep 03, 2021
Thank you so much for your positive comments! We...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
A – Mar 17, 2021
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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
Helpful
Feb 13, 2021
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 05, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. John Gittinger is fellowship-trained specialist at Mass. Eye and Ear. He treats patients with neuro-ophthalmic (eye disorders related to the brain) disorders.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Nei/nih

    Fellowship Hospital, 1977

  • Nincds/nih

    Fellowship Hospital, 1976

  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1972

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Massachusetts Eye and Ear243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St
    Boston, MA 02114
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

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

    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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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