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Dr. Herbert Cares, MD

Neurosurgery
2.6 (8)
Map Pin Small Newton Lower Falls, MA
Accepting new patients
60 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Herbert Cares, MD

Dr. Herbert Cares, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Newton Lower Falls, MA. They specialize in Neurosurgery, has 60 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurosurgery. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER and is affiliated with Newton - Wellesley Hospital.

Dr. Cares works at Surgical Neurology Inc. in Newton Lower Falls, MA. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and 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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    Surgical Neurology Inc.
    2000 Washington St Ste 220, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 964-0545

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    About Dr. Herbert Cares, MD

    Specialties
    • Neurosurgery
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    • 60 years of experience
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    • English
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER
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    • Neurosurgery
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    Dr. Cares works at Surgical Neurology Inc. in Newton Lower Falls, MA. View the full address on Dr. Cares’s profile.

    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Cares. The overall rating for this provider is 2.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Cares.

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