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Dr. Terence Doorly, MD

Dr. Terence Doorly, MD

Neurosurgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Terence Doorly, MD is a neurosurgeon in Peabody, MA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF DUBLIN / TRINITY COLLEGE / SCHOOL OF PHYSIC in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities North Shore Medical Center and Massachusetts General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

4 Centennial Dr Ste 204 Peabody, MA 01960
Telehealth available

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Dr. Doorly's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Doorly

4.3
36 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Excellent interactions, surgery, and follow-up
Dr. Doorly did an excellent job describing the nature of my condition, the multi-site surgical intervention that was required, and the likely outcome. The surgery went very well and the results were as hoped. Dr. Doorly was very good at answering all questions and follow-up experience was positive.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Steve G – Jun 12, 2024
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Changed my life
Dr. Doorly performed 3 Microdiscectomy Surgeries on my L4/L5 & L5/S1. After spending nearly 20 years in pain (debilitating at times) I am now back to active sports with little to no pain. Fantastic bedside manner, great guy. I will never be able to thank him and his staff enough. Seriously, he changed my life.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Michael Miller – Sep 22, 2023
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Easy to make initial consult. Wait time was average as far as I’m concerned.information about my issue was given in language I could understand and drawings and pictures were used which is useful. He is a kind gentle man.( he might do stand up comedy on the weekends!) I found him trustworthy and he did a fine job with my surgery
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Nancy – Aug 22, 2023
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He is God?? Love him!
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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Jan 08, 2022
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With Dr. Doorly’s surgical skills, along with years of therapy, I learned to walk again, despite my Cauda Equina Syndrome. This 1/1,000,000 injury needs immediate treatment in order to fully recover. Dr. Doorly was equally caring, kind, and spent a lot of time explaining how I should plan to live with my injury. He visited often in the hospital and he and his team were always available for advice and treatment. Ten years later I needed another surgery, and again, he carefully walked me through what to expect (complete with pain management drawings), and he led me through recovery. He was encouraging, thorough, empathetic and his knowledge made me know I was in excellent hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 04, 2021
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Dr. Doorly did my L4-5 laminectomy discectomy almost a month ago. Long story short I suffered back pain for years until recently leg pain in both legs and back pain before I met Dr. Doorly. He spent several consultations with me and phone calls because “I” wasn’t ready to have surgery yet. I took 2 MRIs in a 3 month span and the nerve was getting more and more compressed which meant permanent nerve damage. Best question he asked me was “what are you waiting for?” I proceeded with surgery and as soon as I woke up from surgery I FELT NO PAIN!! Leg pain GONE, back pain GONE! Dr. Doorly thank you so much!! If you are so lucky to have him as your surgeon just know he is THE BEST, his beside manner is amazing, his personality, he’s hilarious, professional and very educated, I highly recommend him and his entire staff. Thank you all again for everything and giving me my life back. I am forever grateful and love you all from the bottom of me heart.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Jennifer Laroche – Nov 06, 2019
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First time to see Dr. Terence Doorly, very happy with my First Visit, everything Dr.T.Doorly explain me, whats' going on with my problems,. Will recommend 100%. Thank you.
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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Salem, MA – May 20, 2017
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Attended a shared consultation and found it to be excellent. Dr. Doorly was able to address all of my concerns and issues in this setting. I found him to be extremely knowledgeable, patient and through. Very happy to be in his care.
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
10 others found this helpful
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Anita in Gloucester, MA – Mar 03, 2016
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Straight to the point and thorough. My entire experience from start to finish exceeded my expectations and I have very high standards. if you are fortunate enough to have this man as you're neurosurgeon. Excellence is a word I rarely use to describe, in this case, it's barely enough to express my gratitude to Dr Doorly.
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
16 others found this helpful
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Feb 26, 2016
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Dr. Terence Doorly, MD is a neurosurgeon in Peabody, MA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF DUBLIN / TRINITY COLLEGE / SCHOOL OF PHYSIC in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities North...read more
  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • St Michael's Hospital|wellesley Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Hospital For Sick Children|royal College Of Surgeons|st Laurence's Hospital|toronto General Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • St James Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Dublin / Trinity College / School Of Physic

    Medical School, 1979
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    Practice

    Margaret A. Robinson4 Centennial Dr Ste 204 Peabody, MA 01960
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    Practice

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