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Dr. Carolyn Thumser, MD

Dr. Carolyn Thumser, MD

Pediatrics*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Carolyn Thumser, MD is a pediatrician in Newburyport, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1987. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Frisbie Memorial Hospital and Anna Jaques Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

257 Low St Ste A Newburyport, MA 01950
Telehealth available
(978) 465-7121

Biography

"Dr. Thumser joined Children's Health Care in 1990. A native of New York, she attended Colgate University and the State University of New York Health Science Center at Syracuse. She completed her pediatric residency at..."

- Dr. Carolyn Thumser, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Thumser specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Thumser's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thumser

2.9

9 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
44%
44%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
44%
44%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Oct 21, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Parent – Sep 30, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Aug 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ann in Amesbury, MA – Jul 16, 2017
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Hi Ann, thank you for your positive feedback!
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thumser joined Children's Health Care in 1990. A native of New York, she attended Colgate University and the State University of New York Health Science Center at Syracuse. She completed her pediatric residency at the Brown University/Rhode...read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • Rhode Is Hosp-brown University

    Internship Hospital

  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Office257 Low St Ste A Newburyport, MA 01950
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Anna Jaques Hospital

    25 Highland Ave
    Newburyport, MA 01950
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Beverly Hospital

    85 Herrick St
    Beverly, MA 01915
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Frisbie Memorial Hospital

    11 Whitehall Rd
    Rochester, NH 03867

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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