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Dr. Ronald Lechan, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
3.4 (5)
Map Pin Small Boston, MA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Ronald Lechan, MD

Dr. Ronald Lechan, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Boston, MA. They specialize in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, has 47 years of experience, and is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. They graduated from University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine and is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Tufts Medical Center.

Dr. Lechan works at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. They frequently treat conditions like Adrenal Insufficiency, Hypopituitarism and Growth Hormone Deficiency along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts 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. Lechan's Office Locations

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    Tufts Medical Center Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
    800 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 636-5689
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    Tufts Medical Center Department of Endocrinology
    260 Tremont St Fl 2, Boston, MA 02116 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 636-5689
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    750 Washington St Fl 2, Boston, MA 02111 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 636-4719

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    Aug 13, 2018
    Very compassionate, trustworthy, reviews past history & I highly recommend him. He also explains information to you in a clear way.
    April L. Smith — Aug 13, 2018
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    About Dr. Ronald Lechan, MD

    Specialties
    • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1700824018
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Tufts New England Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
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    Medical Education
    • University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Ronald Lechan, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lechan is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Lechan has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

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

    Dr. Lechan works at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. View the full address on Dr. Lechan’s profile.

    Dr. Lechan has seen patients for Adrenal Insufficiency, Hypopituitarism and Growth Hormone Deficiency, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lechan on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Lechan. The overall rating for this provider is 3.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lechan.

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