Pediatrics in Marblehead, MA - Primary Care | Specialists
Pediatrics • Marblehead, MA
Clinic Type
Pediatrics
Address
70 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead, MA 01945
Phone
781-631-7800
mghpfr@mgb.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Emergency Care
If this is a medical emergency, call 9-1-1. For immediate help with a psychological crisis, including suicidal thoughts, call 9-8-8.
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FAQs
What is the affiliation of the provider?
Affiliation is the local physician organization to which the doctor belongs.
What is a primary care provider (PCP)?
A PCP is a doctor (or in some cases, a nurse practitioner or physician assistant) who sees patients for everyday medical issues and is often the first contact for general health concerns.
What does 'accepting new patients' mean and how reliable is it?
Providers who are 'accepting new patients' are able to book new patient appointments within 90 days. Acceptance can change, so please confirm when scheduling.
What does 'near-term availability' mean?
Primary care providers with 'near-term availability' can book new patient appointments within 30 days. Availability is subject to change.
What is Concierge Medicine?
Concierge Medicine is a model where providers care for a limited population of patients, typically with an annual membership fee.
Do providers accept more insurance plans than shown?
Providers may accept more insurance plans than displayed; please confirm at the time of setting up your appointment.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (aggregated from Google and Facebook): 4.1/5 stars (30 reviews)
- WebMD Care: 3/5 stars (5 ratings)
- Yelp: 3/5 stars (11 reviews)
Patients praise
- Physicians described as highly qualified and attentive, specifically Dr. Gast
- Nurses frequently praised as excellent with children
- Practice noted as accommodating with scheduling and urgent appointments
- Long-term multi-generational patient loyalty reported
Common complaints
- Reports of poor office staff organization
- Concerns regarding professional judgment and diagnostic accuracy
- Perceived lack of attentiveness or judgmental behavior by some staff
"I will never forget and can't thank Dr. Gast enough for taking care of my son... My son being under her care is nothing but an assurance that he's in good hands. Thanks to their nurses too, they are all very nice."
— Birdeye User Review"Very unprofessional. No longer the same practice... Very disorganized very poor at accurately diagnosing patients."
— Yelp User ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More pediatrics clinics in Marblehead
Marblehead Pediatrics is a small pediatrics practice based in Marblehead, MA, with three offices all located at 70 Atlantic Ave. Despite the name suggesting a medical clinic, the provided details list the company as in the “Accounting” industry, with a very small team of 2 employees. The practice offers pediatric services related to allergies, Lyme disease, dosage charts, exam and immunization schedules, and parent resources/forms. They maintain policies and parent guidance, and provide contact numbers (781-631-7800; 781-631-4319). Web presence shows moderate local traffic (about 757 monthly visits) with a low bounce rate, indicating limited but stable online engagement. If you’re seeking pediatric care in Marblehead, verify the current services and correct industry classification directly with the office.
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