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Dr. James Otis, MD

Dr. James Otis, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Otis, MD is a family medicine physician in Springfield, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Otis has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1985. He is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Baystate Neuroendovascular Program

3300 Main St Springfield, MA 01107
Telehealth available

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  • Above average experience
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Dr. Otis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Otis

3.7

22 ratings, 16 with a written review
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Katy – Sep 11, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mar 23, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 29, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jsl – Feb 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 30, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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Nov 25, 2023
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Sep 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Apr 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Mar 17, 2023
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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What could be improved
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Jul 18, 2021
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
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Boston, MA – Sep 28, 2016
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
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boston, ma – Sep 28, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Rhonda in Dartmouth, MA – Jan 04, 2016
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care philosophy

Exceptional care without exception for each individual's needs
  • Family Medicine

  • Neurology

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

  • Boston University Affil Hosps|med Sloan Kettering Canc Ct

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990
  • Boston University Affil Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Dr. Otis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Baystate Neuroendovascular Program

    Baystate Neurology - Springfield - Main Street3300 Main St Springfield, MA 01107
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Baystate Medical Center

      759 Chestnut St
      Springfield, MA 01199
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      72%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

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