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Dr. Teresa Chen, MD

Dr. Teresa Chen, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Teresa Chen, MD is an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1993. She is affiliated with medical facilities Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
(617) 523-7900

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chen specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 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. Chen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chen

3.7

29 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
62%
62%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
28%
28%

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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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Nov 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alice's Mom – Jun 09, 2023
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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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
Albert Cremin – Dec 17, 2022
Dr. Chen's Reply –
Hi Albert, thank you so much for your kind words!
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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
Albert Cremin – Dec 03, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Demetrios (Jim) Vargelis – Nov 25, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mary Ellen Breen – Aug 28, 2021
Hi Mary Ellen, thank you so much for 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 12, 2021
Dr. Chen's Reply –
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback!
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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
Helpful
Aug 12, 2021
Dr. Chen's Reply –
Thank you so much for the positive review!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Victorino da Cruz – Apr 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Stephen S Curran – Nov 06, 2020
Dr. Chen's Reply –
Thank you, Stephen; we appreciate your feedback!
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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
Helpful
Dr. Marilyn D. Monteiro – Jul 31, 2020
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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
Helpful
Jennie – Jul 17, 2020
Your wonderful feedback and rating mean a lot to...Read More
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joy in Westchester, NY – Nov 01, 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 13, 2016
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Eye Health Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Teresa Chen is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist at Mass. Eye and Ear. She specializes in adult and pediatric glaucoma.

  • Ophthalmology

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

  • Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998

  • University Ill Ee Infirm

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • Brigham And Womens Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1994

  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 1993
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

  • 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 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

  • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    4940 Eastern Ave
    Baltimore, MD 21224
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

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

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering 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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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