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Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD

(Dr. Ilan Hartstein, M.D.)

(2 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

Tufts University School of Medicine

Professional interests include: cataract surgery, diabetes, dry eyes, and more.

7851 Walker Street Suite #207
La Palma, CA 90623

(714) 522-4862

Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD is an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD is affiliated with La Palma Intercommunity Hospital.

Office Locations

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital

7851 Walker Street Suite #207
La Palma, CA 90623

(714) 522-4862

(714) 455-3669

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LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

comprehensive eye exam

eye exam

secondary cataract surgery

YAG laser capsulotomy

YAG laser surgery

In 2023, Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD had a list price for comprehensive eye exam, eye exam, secondary cataract surgery, YAG laser capsulotomy, and YAG laser surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

anterior segment surgery

cataract surgery

cataract surgery with IOL implantation

extracapsular cataract extraction with IOL implantation

extracapsular lens removal

eyelid procedures

glaucoma surgery

intraocular lens implant

laser eye surgery

lens removal surgery

lens replacement surgery

simple cataract surgery

In 2023, Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD had a list price for anterior segment surgery, cataract surgery, cataract surgery with IOL implantation, extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE) with IOL implantation, extracapsular lens removal, eyelid procedures, glaucoma surgery, intraocular lens (IOL) implant, laser eye surgery, lens removal surgery, lens replacement surgery, and simple cataract surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

epilation for trichiasis

laser glaucoma surgery

laser trabeculoplasty

scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging

SCODI of the posterior segment

visual field test

In 2012, Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD had a list price for epilation for trichiasis (non-surgical removal of misdirected eyelash), extraocular surgery, eye tests, fundus photography, gonioscopy, lacrimal surgery, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, laser glaucoma surgery, laser trabeculoplasty, scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging (SCODI), SCODI of the posterior segment (SCODI-P), and visual field test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2012 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	14
doctor visit	136
eye procedures	1842
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	41
laser treatment	67
ultrasound (sonogram)	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2013 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	30
doctor visit	81
eye procedures	2072
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	49
laser treatment	88

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	194
Female	292

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	318
Black	16
Hispanic	55
Asian	79
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	206
From 75 to 84	176
85 and over	77
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2013

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	40
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2014 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	12
doctor visit	106
eye procedures	2139
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	47
laser treatment	61

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	200
Female	291

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	319
Black	16
Hispanic	52
Asian	86
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	215
From 75 to 84	181
85 and over	74
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2014

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	41
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2015 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	22
doctor visit	67
eye procedures	2164
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	45
laser treatment	64
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	378
Female	578

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	622
Black	0
Hispanic	118
Asian	154
Other	36
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	446
From 75 to 84	352
85 and over	118
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2015

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	42
Dementia	6
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2016 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and diagnostic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	19
diagnostic imaging	33
doctor visit	53
eye procedures	2128
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	53
laser treatment	68
ultrasound (sonogram)	33

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	185
Female	286

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	291
Black	19
Hispanic	67
Asian	75
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	181
85 and over	61
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2016

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	46
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2017 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and diagnostic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	12
diagnostic imaging	13
doctor visit	45
eye procedures	2001
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	41
laser treatment	63
ultrasound (sonogram)	13

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	182
Female	278

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	288
Black	0
Hispanic	58
Asian	79
Other	21
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	190
85 and over	68
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2017

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	46
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2018 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	18
doctor visit	59
eye procedures	2162
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	54
laser treatment	78

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	175
Female	269

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	263
Black	15
Hispanic	59
Asian	82
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	191
85 and over	62
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2018

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	44
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2019 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	44
doctor visit	69
eye procedures	2447
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	51
laser treatment	98
ultrasound (sonogram)	23

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	177
Female	285

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	262
Black	0
Hispanic	61
Asian	97
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	171
From 75 to 84	198
85 and over	74
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2019

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	46
Dementia	13
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2020 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	22
doctor visit	56
eye procedures	1804
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	40
laser treatment	52

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	154
Female	243

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	222
Black	0
Hispanic	57
Asian	86
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	172
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2020

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	46
Dementia	13
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2021 were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	31
doctor visit	91
excision	11
eye procedures	2047
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	33
laser treatment	63
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	188
Female	277

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	245
Black	0
Hispanic	65
Asian	112
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	167
From 75 to 84	204
85 and over	78
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2021

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	44
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2022 were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, laser treatment and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	20
doctor visit	70
excision	13
eye procedures	2050
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	52
laser treatment	47
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	13

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	175
Female	291

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	248
Black	0
Hispanic	68
Asian	106
Other	31
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	197
85 and over	85
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	44
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA during 2023 were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, laser treatment and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	12
doctor visit	68
eye procedures	2035
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	38
laser treatment	34

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	289

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	266
Black	0
Hispanic	66
Asian	107
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	176
From 75 to 84	191
85 and over	88
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	44
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in La Palma, CA were eye procedures, laser treatment, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and diagnostic imaging.

capsulotomy	21
diagnostic imaging	23
doctor visit	75
excision	12
eye procedures	2074
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	45
laser treatment	65
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	17

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD.

**Gender**
Female	281
Male	182

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	5
Asian / Pacific Islander	88
Non-Hispanic White	278
Hispanic	60
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	15

**Age**
85 and over	65
75 to 84	186
Less than 65	19
65 to 74	187

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	40
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine

Residency: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 4.25 out of 5 stars based on 2 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in La Palma, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ilan Hartstein, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$702 AcrySof $209	Simbrinza $19	ReSTOR $17	Ilevro $13	$443
Coopervision Inc.	$145 Clariti Contact Lens $73	CVI Contact Lens $72
ABB Con-Cise Optical Group LLC	$135 Contact Lens $135
Shire North American Group Inc	$126 XIIDRA $105	$21
Actavis Pharma Inc	$95 COMBIGAN $63	ALPHAGAN P $32
Other	$396 ULTRA $54	LENSAR LASER SYSTEM $50	None Specified $37	RESTASIS MULTIDOSE $29	Rhopressa $24	Other $202

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$825
Travel and Lodging	$552
Education	$164
Gift	$37
Entertainment	$21

Biography

Dr. Ilan Hartstein's specialty is ophthalmology (eye disease). Dr. Hartstein is professionally affiliated with La Palma Intercommunity Hospital. He is a graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine.