25 of the Best Primary Care Doctors Near Me in Athol, MA - MediFind
Primary Care • Athol, MA
Clinic Type
Primary Care
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617-278-8180
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Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. Elizabeth Nottleson): 4.3/5
- U.S. News & World Report (Dr. Heidi J. Foley): 3/5 (95 ratings)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Jacquelyn McKean): 4.2/5 (4 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Maireni Cruz): 4.3/5 (6 reviews)
Patients praise
- attentiveness and thoroughness during examinations
- good listening skills and patient-centered care
- willingness to refer to specialists when necessary
- punctuality in office practices
Common complaints
- concerns about medical expertise and financial motivations
- mixed patient feedback regarding administrative or communication experiences
"Dr. Nottleson is the best primary care physician I have ever had. She knows each patient and they're case, treats you personally, with a true sense of caring."
— Healthgrades user review (Dr. Elizabeth Nottleson)"He was pleasant, thorough, and seemed genuinely concerned for my general health and wellbeing. He took all the time I needed to discuss issues and encouraged me to ask more questions."
— Healthgrades user review (Dr. Maireni Cruz)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Tricia L. Vorderstrasse, MD - Family Medicine Doctor in Athol, MA — May 14, 2026
- THE BEST 10 FAMILY PRACTICE NEAR ATHOL, MA 01331 - Yelp
- NORTH QUABBIN FAMILY PHYSICIANS, PC - CLOSED - Yelp
- Dr. Jessica R Schoonmaker, MD - Newburyport, MA - Internal Medicine — May 28, 2026
- Dr. Anila Z. Medina, MD - Internal Medicine Physician in Worcester, MA — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More primary care clinics in Athol
Athol Memorial Hospital, now operating as Athol Hospital, is a small nonprofit community hospital in Athol, Massachusetts. Key points: - Founded 1950; 25 beds; emergency department; helipad - History: Originally Athol Memorial Hospital; merged with Heywood Hospital (Gardner) in 2013 to form Heywood Healthcare; later renamed Athol Hospital - Ownership/status: Part of Heywood Healthcare; currently listed with an uncertain future after Heywood Healthcare filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2023 - Location: Athol, MA (HQ and operations tied to 2033 Main St, Athol, MA 01331; also listed Gardner, MA address) - Standards: Joint Commission-accredited - Contact: Main phone numbers include (978) 249-3511 and (978) 632-3420 If you’re looking for services, status updates, or visitation information, check the official site atholhospital.org or contact the hospital directly.
Athol Primary Care at Heywood Hospital is part of Heywood Healthcare, a regional, independent community health system serving north central Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. The system includes Heywood Hospital (134-bed acute care in Gardner), Athol Hospital (25-bed Critical Access in Athol), and Heywood Medical Group, which operates multiple primary care clinics and urgent care sites across the region. Key Athol Primary Care details: - Part of Heywood Medical Group with a presence in Athol. - Primary care services and specialists available through the Athol locations listed under Heywood Medical Group. - Athol Hospital serves as the local hospital campus for the Athol area, complemented by satellite clinics in the region. If you need directions, contact info, or a specific Athol Primary Care location within Heywood Medical Group, I can pull exact addresses and hours.
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