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Dr. James Hennessey, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 76
Dr. James Hennessey, MD

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Dr. James Hennessey, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 76
Needham, MA
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Hennessey, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Needham, MA.
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About Dr. James Hennessey, MD

Dr. Hennessey graduated from 882 TRAINING GROUP. Dr. James Hennessey, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Needham, MA and has 49 years experience. Dr. Hennessey has experience treating conditions like Endocrine Gland Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumors, Vitamin_Deficiency, Vitamin D Deficiency, Thyroid Cyst, Thyroid Nodule, Hypoparathyroidism, Goiter and Thyroiditis among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Hennessey's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Hennessey also speaks German. Dr. Hennessey is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Experience Check

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Endocrine Gland Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Thyroid Cyst
Thyroid Nodule
Hypoparathyroidism
Goiter
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Thyroiditis
Hyperthyroidism
Thyrotoxicosis
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Graves' Disease
Hashimoto's Disease
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Thyroid Eye Disease
Osteopenia
Hypothyroidism
Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Osteoporosis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Hyperparathyroidism
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Obesity
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Hypogonadism
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Pituitary Tumor
Hypercalcemia
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Hypothalamus Cancer
Growth Hormone Deficiency
Pheochromocytoma
Hypopituitarism
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Adrenal Incidentaloma
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Abnormal Thyroid
Acromegaly and Gigantism
Adrenal Insufficiency
Adrenogenital Disorders
Chronic Thyroiditis
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital Hypothyroidism with Diffuse Goiter
Congenital Hypothyroidism without Goiter
Craniopharyngioma
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Drug Induced Thyroiditis
Dyslipidemia
Female Infertility
Gynecomastia
Hemochromatosis
Hyperaldosteronism
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperprolactinemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Lipedema
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Lipid Disorders
Lipoprotein Disorders
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Morbid Obesity
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Overweight
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Perimenopause
Peripheral Edema
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)
Postpartum Thyroiditis
Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Secondary Hypertension
Subacute Thyroiditis
Symptomatic Menopause
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Atrophy
Thyroid Goiter
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
Vitamin B12 Anemia
ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
Aspiration or Injection of Thyroid Cyst
Cholesterol Screening
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Diabetes Screening
Diabetic Evaluation
Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Screening
Ultrasound, Thyroid
VAP Lipid Testing
Water Deprivation Test

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • MVP Health Plan EPO
    MVP Health Care PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
  • Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Aetna
    Select
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
  • Complete HMO
    Complete PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Tufts PPO
  • Maines Choice - Preferred HMO
    Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
    Harvard Pilgrim Health Care HMO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Preferred Blue PPO
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPO
    Blue Select HMO
  • Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
    Navigate HMO
    Medica Choice
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate POS
  • Flex Connecticut EPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO

Where Dr. James Hennessey, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham
    148 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492
  2. 2 Harvard University
    110 Francis St, Boston, MA 02215
  3. 3 Office
    330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215

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Meet Dr. James Hennessey, MD

Languages Spoken
German
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Specialties*
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FAQs About Dr. Hennessey's Practice

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

Dr. Hennessey frequently treats the following conditions: Endocrine Gland Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumors, Vitamin_Deficiency, Vitamin D Deficiency, Thyroid Cyst, Thyroid Nodule, Hypoparathyroidism, Goiter and Thyroiditis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Hennessey, MD is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Hennessey, MD holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • 882 TRAINING GROUP
    1977
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine
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.

Hospitals Where Dr. James Hennessey, MD Practices

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth

    275 Sandwich St, Plymouth, MA

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham

    148 Chestnut St, Needham, MA

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA

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