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Dr. Deborah Riester, MD

Dr. Deborah Riester, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Deborah Riester, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Wayland, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Riester has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington and Newton-Wellesley Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

109 Andrew Ave Ste 101 Wayland, MA 01778
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(781) 453-8450

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Riester is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital Newton, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Riester specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Riester's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Riester

3.1

31 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
45%
45%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
42%
42%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
Telehealth
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 28, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 24, 2024
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Telehealth
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Aug 30, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • 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
Aug 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
May 26, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 28, 2023
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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
Helpful
Barbara Ainsley – Jan 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 22, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
A long time, unhappy patient, searching for a new – Sep 20, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Lesli Weissman – Apr 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 05, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara Nathanson – Oct 03, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sandra Yong in Natick, MA – Oct 23, 2018
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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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Deborah Riester, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Wayland, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Riester has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Tufts University School...read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Tufts New England Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Tufts University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Beth Israel Deaconess Healthcare Wayland109 Andrew Ave Ste 101 Wayland, MA 01778
1

Practice

Office655 Concord St Framingham, MA 01702
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    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

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Milford Regional Medical Center

    14 Prospect St
    Milford, MA 01757
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington

    45 Mall Rd
    Burlington, MA 01803
    Recipient of 41
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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