Dr. Catherine Waud, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*•Female•Age 63
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
Dr. Catherine Waud, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Worcester, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Waud has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS / BOSTON CAMPUS in 1987. She is affiliated with medical facilities Marlborough Hospital and UMass Memorial Medical Center-Memorial Campus. She is accepting new patients.
UMass Memorial Medical Center-Memorial Campus
67 Belmont St Worcester, MA 01605Accepting new patients
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Dr. Waud's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Waud
3.0
32 ratings, 14 with a written review
| 5 star | 44% | 44% |
| 4 star | 6% | 6% |
| 3 star | 3% | 3% |
| 2 star | 3% | 3% |
| 1 star | 44% | 44% |
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She always rushing through my appts . Never lets me to talk . Also when lab results come back abnormal she doesn’t contact you to let you know anything she’ll have you wait till the appt date . Due to her always rushing and lack of communication it makes I don’t think I’d recommend her
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 13, 2021
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Have been a patient of Dr. Catherine Waud's for over 20 years for several medical issues. Dr. Waud is extremely competent - very thorough - and has been 100% on time for every appointment. I have recommended Dr. Waud in the past to friends who would benefit from her services and they are very pleased with her, and will do so in the future.
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What could be improved
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Joan (Kathy) Highland – Jun 01, 2020
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She is highly qualified in her specialty. She is thorough and no-nonsense. I have been her patient for 20 years. She is abrupt and often interupts her patients when she doesn't want to hear what they are saying. I have seen and heard her rudeness to her staff. Would I switch from her? No I feel she is the best endocrinologist in the area. Just don't feel bad if she is brusque with you.
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6 others found this helpful
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Apr 03, 2019
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I have been going to Dr. Waud for years and I love, love, love her. She is all business, for sure, but when it comes to quality care and having someone you trust to be on top of things, I wouldn't recommend anyone over her. If you want hand holding, go elsewhere. If you want someone you can trust with your life, go see Dr. Waud.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Holly Connors in Dudley, MA – Jun 08, 2018
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I am happy that I did not go online and find reviews of Dr. Waud prior to my appointment. I just moved to the area and was looking for a new endocrinologist. I jumped on my insurance website and picked the closest doctor to my house. If I had read the reviews before my visit I would have been terrified. Well, I can personally say these reviews are far from being correct. Dr. Waud was extremely professional and clearly knows her field. I would recommend her and look forward to building a report.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Garner – Jan 12, 2018
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Dr Waud is rude and condescending, she thinks that she is better than her patient! She prides herself on being smarter than anyone else! She makes her patients feel bad about themselves, especially if you are overweight! She should not be allowed to practice!
What went well
- Office environment
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jane in Massachusetts – Dec 12, 2017
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Dr Waud is rude, demeaning, and insulting, incredibly arrogant, and of very little help. She thinks she is better than you. She does not even want to hear the patients voice, thoughts, or concerns. She treats the patient as if they are absolutely stupid. t. She was unprofessional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Daniela in Hudson, MA – Nov 02, 2017
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I found her perfunctory , as many do, though they simply call her rude and arrogant. I went through a battery of tests, some of which were out of range. Despite this, she essentially told me she'd take me off my meds and refused to prescribe the med I've used successfully for over 10 years for a condition that is lifelong. She is by the book and rigid and, her inability to discuss with the patient her method of treatment and reasoning makes her ineffective as a physician. Find a better Dr.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Holden, MA – Jun 06, 2017
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I found Dr. Waud to be a thorough and knowledgeable physician. She asked lots of question and explained everything that she wanted to investigate in a very understandable way. The staff was terrific & there was no wait time!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cathy in Hudson, MA – Mar 30, 2017
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Dr Waud is extremely thorough and follows through, even after the visit. She even called my pcp's office to request additional testing several weeks after my second appointment. She takes a personal interest but also clearly expects the patient to do so as well and expects compliance appropriately. Excellent care with no sugar coating. I trust this Dr completely and I have all but lost my faith in Dr's.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joanne in Barre, MA – Nov 08, 2016
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Dr. Waud is extremely thorough. Although she is businesslike, she is not rude. She is more than willing to answer any questions, and makes an effort to be sure that you understand what she is describing.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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sw in Southborough, MA – Oct 18, 2016
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my first two appointments with her I felt she was rather abrupt but wanted to give her a chance. But my last visit she was downright rude.
She might be knowledgeable but no manners.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Atlanta, GA – Aug 27, 2016
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There is no likelihood that I would recommend Dr Waud. I did not feel confident in her care whatsoever. Her demeanor is short, she does not take the time to listen, and she was not accurate on information. Due to the possibility of cancer I expressed concern over her saying that there was no rush to remove my thyroid , her abrupt reply was, you don't die from thyroid cancer be it as it may, this was very unprofessional and not reassuring to a patient.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Worcester, MA – Mar 03, 2016
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Dr. Waud is excellent, no-nonsense, and has an eye for details that other doctors I've had have missed. Of the six endocrinologists I've seen over the years, she's the best.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Phobrek in Worcester, MA – Jan 29, 2016
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Dr. Catherine Waud, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Worcester, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Waud has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from...read moreEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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Fellowship HospitalMccm Memorial Hospital
Residency HospitalUniversity Of Massachusetts / Boston Campus
Medical School, 1987
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90%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% lower than the national average
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