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Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Wellesley

Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Gastroenterology • Wellesley, MA

About

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is a nonprofit community medical center near Boston with a broad range of services, including emergency care, outpatient surgery, and specialized medical care. It operates as part of the Mass General Brigham system, collaborating with Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Tufts CTSI to provide access to advanced specialty care.

Clinic Type

Gastroenterology

Address

Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Phone

617-243-6000

Email

nwhexperience@partners.org

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours Lab Hours and Holiday Hours Vary

Services Offered

  • Gastroenterology
  • Hepatology
  • Endoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
  • ERCP
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound
  • Video Capsule Endoscopy
  • Ablation therapy for Barrett’s esophagus
  • Manometry (esophageal and anorectal)
  • Liver biopsy

Technology & Equipment

  • Endoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • EGD
  • ERCP
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound
  • Video Capsule Endoscopy
  • Esophageal and anorectal manometry

Team

  • Laurence S. Bailen, MD — Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Medical Director of the GI Endoscopy Unit
  • Jeffrey A. Schwartz, MD — Gastroenterologist

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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FAQs

What services does the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology provide?

The division provides wide-ranging expertise in gastroenterology and hepatology, including esophageal disorders, GERD, inflammatory bowel diseases, colon cancer screening, liver diseases, and pancreatic, gallbladder, and bile duct disorders, with endoscopic evaluation and treatment such as upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound, video capsule endoscopy, Barrett’s esophagus ablation, and motility studies.

What procedures are offered?

Colonoscopy, Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), ERCP, Endoscopic Ultrasound, Video Capsule Endoscopy, ablation therapies for Barrett’s esophagus, and manometry for esophageal and anorectal motility.

Who can I contact for an appointment?

Contact Newton-Wellesley Hospital at 2014 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02462, or call 617-243-6000.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • Birdeye (Gastroenterology Healthcare Associates): 4.1 out of 5 stars (80 reviews)
  • Vitals (Dr. Benjamin Levitzky): 4.4 out of 5 stars (21 ratings)
  • Healthgrades (Dr. Benjamin Levitzky): 3.7 out of 5 stars (22 ratings)
  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital (Pediatric Gastroenterology): 98 percent patient/family satisfaction rate

Patients praise

  • High satisfaction in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition care
  • Many patients report professional, knowledgeable, and caring doctors who explain conditions well
  • Friendly and helpful nursing staff, especially during procedures like colonoscopies

Common complaints

  • Poor administrative and front-office communication, including difficulty scheduling, unresponsive staff, and rude treatment
  • Delays or lack of follow-up on test results and appointments
  • Perceived lack of attentiveness or listening from some providers

"The scheduling staff here do not like to help anyone! They turn their voicemails on about an hour before it says they actually are closed."

— LocalityBiz reviewer

"We are dedicated to providing a welcoming, caring experience for you and your child, and 98 percent of our patients and families report being completely satisfied with the care they received."

— Newton-Wellesley Hospital Official Website

"All nursing staff were super friendly, made me feel at ease. Dr.... Wonderful, unassuming, respectful doctor."

— Healthgrades reviewer

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

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