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Dr. Walter Sussman, DO

Dr. Walter Sussman, DO

Sports Medicine*
10+ years of experience
(774) 737-7117

Dr. Walter Sussman, DO is a sports medicine specialist in Wellesley, MA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 154 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (154 reviews)
(774) 737-7117
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20 Walnut St Ste 14
Wellesley, MA 02481

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Sussman specializes in the areas of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Sussman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sussman

4.9
154 ratings, 150 with a written review
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Will not get to the root of pain -Complex cases
If you have a complex case, do not bother going to this person. He will only treat one area and will not even try to figure out the root of the problem. Always in a rush and the wait time is ridiculous. He treated one tendon in my foot (PRP), which was quite costly for a five minute procedure and unfortunately did not even resolve the pain. He lied that he treated another area, which he absolutely did not. I have no trust in him and it is insulting that he needs to lie. My tendon never healed as he never gave me the proper care and direction after the procedure. Unfortunately I am still in pain and will have to seek another component doctor who cares more of their patients than the $. I was not happy with his care and honestly do not trust him. His procedures are way too expensive without seeing pain relief.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Apr 21, 2025
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He is willing to try anything to help you and he is soooo knowledgeable. All I can say is I trust him completely
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Lynn P. – Apr 16, 2025
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Thoroughly explains things and cares.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Monique B. – Mar 07, 2025
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discussed treatment 1600 miles away from his office. understood the results sofar .will meet him in June to determine next step.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Robert D. – Mar 06, 2025
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I visited him couples times, before that first surgery last year on February 2024 from my left shoulder...grace a God and him my high shoulder are 9.9% better and on December 26 2024 I did a right shoulder I feel lilbit better but he promised me about five a six months with physical therapy help ...will be fix 100% thanks a lot Doctor for that great job and professional..God blessed
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Luis M. – Mar 05, 2025
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Takes time to explain options, answers all questions, great follow-up.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tanya K. – Feb 25, 2025
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Very knowledgeable and gentle, compassionate, caring Dr. Takes the time to listen, confident is his diagnosis.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Angela W. – Jan 25, 2025
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Cured my Chronic Long Term Ankle Tendonosis! Kristin and Lisa Golden deserve alot of credit for picking the correct exercises to cure my condition!! Extremely intelligent and dedicated to relieving your pain. 5 Stars!! Plus!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Laura A. – Jan 25, 2025
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There are no words! Amazing and I would adopt him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Beth B. – Jan 04, 2025
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My ankle fracture had not healed after 6 months and an orthopedist suggested waiting for 3 more months and then having surgery. Dr Sussman suggested a bone stimulation device which I tried and it healed the bone over 3 months. Now I don’t need surgery at all!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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L. K. – Jan 03, 2025
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Excellent experience all around
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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David C. – Jan 03, 2025
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I never dread meeting with the doctor. Always met with a smile. You don’t feel rushed and he gives you informative answers and suggestions as to what direction to go. He is not pushy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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B. P. – Dec 23, 2024
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Dr. Sussman was able to diagnose my pain. Was very patience and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Deirdre A. – Dec 21, 2024
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Staff also helpful and considerate
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Dona J. C. – Oct 30, 2024
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Very professional
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 17, 2024
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Dr. Sussman also reduces my anxiety at each visit. He has provided me with effective solutions for my orthopedic issues. His office staff is outstanding and very professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Carol V. – Oct 04, 2024
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I feel very comfortable and confident that Dr. Sussman has my well being as his focus of care. He’s honest about he can do to help and not do. He offers options and likely outcomes. He shares what insurance will pay for and not pay for so you can make decisions based on your personal situation. His staff are very nice and caring. It’s a great practice for non surgical interventions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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S. F. – Oct 03, 2024
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Dr. Sussman listens and is very good explaining things.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Sep 08, 2024
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Very positive!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Christopher M. – Sep 06, 2024
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Dr. Sussman. What can I say? He’s simply a phenomenal provider. A careful listener who keeps your best interest top of mind. Has the knowledge base and experience to bring relief in both traditional and innovative manner. The idea of using advanced techniques to provide a regenerative solution is most intriguing. If it’s possible to use techniques to regenerate damage to your body, it seems to me a higher level of care than simply using a temporary band aid requiring repeated treatments that eventually exhaust themselves. You owe it to yourself to seek counsel with Dr. Sussman. You won’t be sorry you did. Phenomenal.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Roger B. – Sep 04, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Walter Sussman, DO is a Regenerative Medicine Specialist in Wellesley, MA. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine.

biography

Dr. Walter Sussman is board certified in physical medicine & rehabilitation with fellowship training in sports medicine. Dr. Sussman manages both acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries, and offers non-surgical alternatives to orthopedic surgery/conditions,...read more

  • Sports Medicine

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  • Emory University

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Emory University

    Residency Hospital

  • St Vincent Hospital Worcester Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • Colgate University

    Undergraduate School

  • University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2010
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Sports Medicine
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  • Ultrasound-Guided Elbow Procedures. *Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am.*, 2016;27(3):

  • Sphenopalatine ganglion block for management of refractory chronic post-traumatic headaches after a sport-related concussion. *Clin J Sports Med*., 2016

  • Relationship of attention deficit hyperactive disorder and post-concussion recovery in youth athletes*.* *Clin J Sports Med*.25(4):355-60, 2015

  • Ultrasound-Guided Elbow Procedures. *Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am.*27(3):573-87, 2016

  • Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness: Illustrative Case with Sonographic Findings. *Curr Sports Med Reports*.15(3):168-170, 2016

  • Basic Science and Rational for using Stem Cells for Orthopedic Conditions. In Malanga G, Ibrahim V (Ed.) *Regenerative Treatments in Sports and Orthopedic Medicine. *Springer, 2018

  • Intramuscular vascular malformations: A rare cause of exertional leg pain and a novel treatment approach with ultrasound guided doxycycline sclerotherapy*.* *Am J Sports Med*.;43(3):729-33, 2015

  • Quantitative assessment of the ischiofemoral space and evidence of degenerative changes in the quadratus femoris muscle*.* *Surg Radiol Anat*.;35(4):273-281. [PMID: 23076730], 2013

  • Cervical angina: An overlooked source of non-cardiac chest pain*.* *The Neurohospitalist*;5(1):22-27, 2015

  • Physical Examination: Of the Hip. In Malanga G, Mautner K (Ed.) *Musculoskeletal Physical Examination: An Evidence-Based Approach, 2e*. Elsevier,, 2016

  • Lumbar Degenerative Disk Disease: Workup and Conservative Treatment. In: Pinheiro-Franco JL, Vaccaro AR, Benzel EC, Mayer HM (Ed.) *Advanced Concepts in Lumbar Degenerative Disk Disease*. Springer, 2015

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Good Samaritan Medical Center

    235 N Pearl St
    Brockton, MA 02301
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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