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Dr. Edward Butler, MD

Infectious Disease Medicine*
4.4 (19)
Map Pin Small Medford, MA
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Edward Butler, MD

Dr. Edward Butler, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist in Medford, MA. They specialize in Infectious Disease Medicine, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Infectious Disease. They graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Butler, completed a residency at New England Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Butler an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Butler works at Tufts Medical Center Community Care in Medford, MA. They frequently treat conditions like Infectious Diarrheal Disease and Enteritis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Butler's Office Locations

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    Tufts Medical Center Community Care
    170 Governors Ave, Medford, MA 02155 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (781) 306-6264

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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Enteritis
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Dysentery
Gastritis
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Actinic Keratosis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Bacterial Dysentery
Bacterial Sepsis
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bunion
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Burn Injuries
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Mouth
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chickenpox
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Confusion
Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dyshydrotic Eczema
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Endocarditis
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Food Poisoning
Foot Infection
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Genital Herpes
Genital Warts
Gonorrhea Infections
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
Hives
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Impetigo
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Indigestion
Infective Arthritis
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Ulcer
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Joint Pain
Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lyme Disease
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Meningitis
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngeal Candidiasis
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Potassium Deficiency
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Runner's Knee
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Salmonella Food Poisoning
Sarcoidosis
Scabies
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Second-Degree Burns
Sepsis
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Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Infections
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Spermatocele
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Symptomatic Menopause
Syphilis Infections
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Tuberculosis
Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Valley Fever
Varicose Eczema
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin K Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Whooping Cough
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Pap Smear
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Vaccination
Wellness Examination
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    4.4
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    Specialties*
    • Infectious Disease Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 49 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1699756916
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • New England Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • New England Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Tufts University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Edward Butler, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Butler is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Butler has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Butler works at Tufts Medical Center Community Care in Medford, MA. View the full address on Dr. Butler’s profile.

    Dr. Butler has seen patients for Infectious Diarrheal Disease and Enteritis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Butler on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    19 patients have reviewed Dr. Butler. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Butler.

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