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Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD

Psychiatry*
4.3 (9)
Map Pin Small Needham Heights, MA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD

Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Needham Heights, MA. They specialize in Psychiatry, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Psychiatry. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS and is affiliated with Winchester Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Kaster an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Kaster works at Practice in Needham Heights, MA with other offices in Needham, MA. They frequently treat conditions like Anxiety and Major Depressive Disorder along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kaster's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    60 Kendrick St Ste 204, Needham Heights, MA 02494 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 964-8200
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    109 Highland Ave Ste 204, Needham, MA 02494 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 964-8200

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  • Winchester Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • Psychiatry

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    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1346281961
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Psychiatry
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    Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Kaster is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Kaster has seen patients for Anxiety and Major Depressive Disorder, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kaster on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Kaster. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kaster.

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