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Dr. Walter O'Donnell, MD
Critical Care Medicine*
4.2 (5)
Boston, MA
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38 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Overview of Dr. Walter O'Donnell, MD
Dr. Walter O'Donnell, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA. They specialize in Critical Care Medicine, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in Critical Care Medicine. They graduated from CORNELL UNIVERSITY / NEW YORK STATE STATUTORY COLLEGES and is affiliated with Newton - Wellesley Hospital, Brigham And Women's Hospital, Salem Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. Patients rated Dr. O'Donnell an average 4.2 star rating.
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Dr. O'Donnell's Office Locations
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Massachusetts General Hospital55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114 Directions (617) 726-9112
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- Newton - Wellesley Hospital
- Brigham And Women's Hospital
- Salem Hospital
- Massachusetts General Hospital
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About Dr. Walter O'Donnell, MD
Specialties*
- Critical Care Medicine
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Years of Experience
- 38 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
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NPI Number
- 1356320758
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- CORNELL UNIVERSITY / NEW YORK STATE STATUTORY COLLEGES
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
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