Search

 See All Neurosurgeons in Newton Lower Falls, MA

Dr. Herbert Cares, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 86
Dr. Herbert Cares, MD
2.9 (9 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Map Pin Small Newton Lower Falls, MA
Dr. Herbert Cares, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Newton Lower Falls, MA.
Dr. Herbert Cares, MD
2.9 (9 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!

Dr. Herbert Cares, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 86
Newton Lower Falls, MA
Accepting new patients
62 years of experience
Dr. Herbert Cares, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Newton Lower Falls, MA.

About

Dr. Cares graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Herbert Cares, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Newton Lower Falls, MA and has 62 years experience. Dr. Cares currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital. At present, Dr. Cares received an average rating of 2.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Cares' office accepts new patients. Dr. Cares is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Compare with other Neurosurgeons

Compare Dr. Cares with our nearby Neurosurgeons at Tufts Medical Center
Photo: Dr. Ron Riesenburger, MD
Dr. Ron Riesenburger, MD
34 reviews
Learn More Photo: Dr. Marie Roguski, MD
Dr. Marie Roguski, MD
4 reviews
Learn More Photo: Dr. Adel Malek, MD
Dr. Adel Malek, MD
17 reviews
Learn More Photo: Dr. Carl Heilman, MD
Dr. Carl Heilman, MD
39 reviews
Learn More Photo: Dr. James Kryzanski, MD
Dr. James Kryzanski, MD
55 reviews
Learn More Photo: Dr. Julian Wu, MD
Dr. Julian Wu, MD
15 reviews
Learn More
These providers are on the medical staff of Tufts Medical Center
These providers are on the medical staff of Tufts Medical Center.
Advertisement

Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Spinal Stenosis
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Spinal Stenosis
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Spinal Stenosis
Low Back Pain
Radiculopathy
Spondylolisthesis
Back Pain
Broken Neck
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Hydrocephalus
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Meningiomas
Myelomalacia
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Pathological Spine Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Subdural Hemorrhage
Syringomyelia
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Upper Back Pain
Brain Surgery
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Neuroplasty
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities

Insurance Accepted

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
    Harvard Pilgrim Health Care HMO
    Maines Choice - Standard HMO
  • Select
    Choice Plus POS II
    Aetna
    Open Choice PPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
  • Tufts PPO
  • Complete HMO
    Complete PPO Plus
  • Preferred Blue PPO
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPO
  • MVP Health Care PPO
    MVP Health Plan EPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Medica Choice
    Navigate POS
    Navigate HMO
    Options PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
  • Choice Care Network PPO
    Choice POS
    Choice Care PPO
  • Flex Connecticut EPO
  • Blue Card PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Surgical Neurology Inc.
    2000 Washington St Ste 220, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 964-0545
  2. 2 Arthur C. Sgalia MD LLC
    54 Hopedale St, Hopedale, MA 01747
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 473-2690

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cares
2.9
Based on 9 Reviews
5 Stars (2)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (4)

Leave a review

How likely are you to recommend Dr. Cares?

(Select your rating)
Patient Reviews
Jul 06, 2024
I had back surgery several years ago and my back couldn’t be better. He was all I could have asked for in a surgeon.
Frank Koudelka — Jul 06, 2024
See more reviews on Healthgrades
Photo: Dr. Herbert Cares, MD
How would you rate your experience with Dr. Herbert Cares, MD?
  • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Cares to family and friends

Dr. Cares' Office & Staff

  • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
  • Office environment, cleanliness, comfort, etc.
  • Staff friendliness and courteousness
  • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

Experience with Dr. Cares

  • Level of trust in provider's decisions
  • How well provider explains medical condition(s)
  • How well provider listens and answers questions
  • Hpends appropriate amount of time with patients

Tell Us About Yourself

  • Your gender:
  • Your age group:
  • Number of office visits you've had in the last 2 years:

Finish Here

  • How would you like to confirm your survey information?
    Standard text messaging and data rates may apply.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. Herbert Cares, MD.
Claim Your Profile
Are you Dr. Herbert Cares, MD?
Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim my profile

About Me

Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Specialties*
  • *Sharecare does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER
    1963
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Common Questions and Answers
Responses are sourced directly from patients.
Does Dr. Cares communicate via email?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(1)
Does Dr. Cares offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(2)
Does Dr. Cares offer an online patient portal?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(2)
Does Dr. Cares have free onsite parking?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(2)
Does Dr. Cares offer weekend visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(1)
Does Dr. Cares offer evening visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(2)
Does Dr. Cares specialize in working with children or adolescents?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Cares specialize in working with seniors?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Cares specialize in couples therapy?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Cares specialize in working with LGBTQ+ community?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Cares accept insurance?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Find contact information here to make an appointment.

A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Herbert Cares, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cares' profile.

Dr. Herbert Cares, MD is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Herbert Cares, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St, Newton, MA