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Allen C Lam

Allen C Lam, MD

Otolaryngology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Mass Eye and Ear Otolaryngology Services
  2. Mass Eye and Ear Otolaryngology Services

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear***, Otolaryngology, 2015
  • Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Surgery, 2011
  • Medical Education: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 2010

Insurance

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  • Aetna
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid CT
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicaid VT
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Tufts Public Health Plan
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

230 ratings, 79 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    So nice and friendly! Interacted with child and listened to all my concerns and questions and answered all with great detail.

  • Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    First time with Dr Lam and very pleased with him.

  • Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Nothing else. I had questions and they were able to direct to the correct provider to consult further with. So all went well.

  • Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Dr. Lam was very nice and did a great job removing the wax from my ear.

  • Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Prompt, clear, respectful, & informative.

  • Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    fantastic

  • Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Dr. LAM is exceptional. He gave me excellent information on a health Challenge I had no idea about. His nurse is excellent and helped me get my appointment calling me back.

  • Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Took the time to understand my situation and explain in a way I could understand what is happening. I found this to be very helpful. He is also a very caring person.

  • Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Dr. Lam was very helpful, professional and understanding my issues.

  • Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    One of kindest and most thorough doctors I've seen. I would recommend him to anyone.

  • Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Dr. Lam is an excellent doctor and I couldn't be happier to have him as a provider.

  • Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    Dr Lam is outstanding in his medical knowledge and his concern for patient's wellbeing. His patience and willingness to explain diagnosis and treatment are rare qualities in our hurried society. I am well satisfied and grateful for this caring physician.

  • Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    It was the first check on my hearing in 45 years. I felt the technician and the Doctor explained things clearly. My goal of this visit was to document a baseline for my hearing and its limitations

  • Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Both Dr Lam, and [redacted], the audiologist who tested my hearing, were very thorough and did a great job in answering all my questions and concerns. They were very pleasant to work with.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    The hearing test seemed very thorough but a little rushed. In general I was very pleased with the audiologist who administered the hearing test and Dr. Lam

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Explained limited resolution to my issue but did cover options thoroughly

  • Reviewed on 1/5/2026

    The Provider has listened to my issues & let me ask all questions I needed answered. The Provider provided all the information I needed to go ahead with procedures we spoke about. The Provider has helped me with three procedures at different appointments and follow ups. I can not describe how happy and satisfied I am with the Provider and Mass General Brigham Thanks

  • Reviewed on 1/4/2026

    I felt that the provider listened to what I was saying and explained my diagnosis as well as next steps clearly. I would recommend this provider.

  • Reviewed on 1/4/2026

    Right on time. Great care.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr. Lam provided excellent care.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Very respectful and thoughtful provider.

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Dr. Lam was very informative and explained everything extremely well including some information that the previous provider in Boston had not mentioned which could possibly affect my children. I was extremely satisfied with the care provided.

  • Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    Dr. Lam is knowledgeable, caring, and overall an outstanding doctor.

  • Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Dr. Lam was great.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr. Lam is always excellent. I am happy to have him as my ENT doctor. And one of the questions asked if I saw a nurse and I said no, but I'm not sure. I did see a woman before I saw Dr. Lam, but I didn't know for sure if she was a nurse or a medical assistant. That's it. Always happy at the office. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Excellent doctor. Proficient, efficient, kind, and personable.

  • Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    I thought the provider was great, took the time to listen and not rush through.

  • Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Very nice and pleasant, listened to all my questions and explained what he was going to do. Asked he questions and seemed to really care.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    He's very supportive and helpful

  • Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Dr. Lam is fantastic as always. He takes his time, listens carefully, explains things thoroughly and addresses all concerns. He's incredibly knowledgeable and kind.

  • Reviewed on 11/9/2025

    Dr. Lam is an incredible doctor he listens and explains everything.

  • Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Everyone understood my situation and now I must follow up with the next provider.

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    He is perfect. I would not change a thing.

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    So happy I saw Dr. Lam. Excellent doctor. He took the time to listen and explained. This meant a lot. The staff is excellent and so nice/helpful. Office is nice and clean. I love Newton Wellesley!

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Dr. Lam is outstanding. Excellent listener. Patient. Knowledgeable. Kind.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    It was great. I don't have anything to complain about. It was great and I am grateful.

  • Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Dr Lam is an absolute professional, he takes the time to explain everything and is very patient

  • Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Dr. Lam was excellent. I saw him on an Emergency basis, he listened, examined, explained and providedme with options. Dr. Lam looked at all aspects of my condition, never rushed and very understanding of what I felt and needed. I am most appreciative of his excellent care.

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Both [redacted] and Alan Lam are very knowledgeable and were extremely thorough and helpful.

  • Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Dr Lam is always thoughtful and caring and is excellent with my special needs son.

  • Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    We really enjoyed our experience and he was so nice!

  • Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Friendly efficient professional

  • Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Dr. Lam was very knowledgeable. He explained everything he was doing. He was very concerned about the situation and was very thorough in checking out [redacted]'s ear. [redacted] thank you very much.

  • Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Both the Audiologist and MD were excellent. I was quite pleased with the care they provided. They were kind, respectful and professional.

  • Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    Dr. Lam was friendly yet professional.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    He was very attentive to my needs. And in his explanation of everything, it was done in a matter that was very understandable. Our conversation was easy and I was very delightful in speaking with him.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr. Lam provides kind, compassionate and informed care. We trust him endlessly - he listens carefully and asks thoughtful questions. He was highly recommended from a trusted friend and I couldn't be happier about his care. I consider him a benchmark of his profession.

  • Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Dr Lam explained things so well! I have had ear issues for years and finally went to see a specialist and I was worried I would be dismissed since I'm not currently having the issues. But he listened and explained everything with diagrams too

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Excellent service and all info was clearly shared with me.

  • Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    I wish I had asked to do the study with my hearing aids on.

  • Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    He took me early and effortlessly took care of the problem. What a sweet man!

  • Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Both doctors were superb. The first doctor who administered the test was helpful and patient. The second doctor was brilliant, answered my questions with insight and care, and warmly tolerated my attempt to interpret the hearing data as well as provide thoughtful clarity into recent studies on hearing loss and dementia.

  • Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Best doctor I've ever seen. Recommend him to anyone. Mr. Lam is unbelievably awesome and really cares about his patients.

  • Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    Excellent doctor. Very gentle and warm. No pain!

  • Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Although this visit was scheduled with Dr Allen Lam, I also saw and was evaluated by an audiologist. Although the audiologist is not mentioned in this questionnaire, she was very personable, professional, and efficient. This baseline hearing evaluation was a key part of my discussion with Dr Lam, who was spectacular in reviewing my audiology results, its implications, and future visits.

  • Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Friendly knowledgeable & professional

  • Reviewed on 7/6/2025

    I was happy with my provider he was interested with what I am dealing with.

  • Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Before my appt with Dr Lam, I had a hearing test. After the test, I realized that several of the words I was asked to repeat could be heard or construed as other words; for instance, air/ear/here/hair, etc. As someone with hearing difficulties, I was not able to distinguish or hear the difference between the words.

  • Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Great service, very patient and communicative.

  • Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Dr. Lam is one of the best doctors, very professional, very on time. He responds to the messages in patient gateway right away. He gives the appointment right away and he cares a lot. He is very, very knowledgeable about what his specialty is. And I am very lucky to have him as my doctor. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Very warm and kind.

  • Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Excellent service

  • Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    Friendly and professional. Explained results of my tests and discussed issues and how best to handle them. Very thorough.

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Dr Lam helped me considerably when I was in a lot of pain. He followed up with me to ensure that I was getting better. He listened and answered all my questions. I am a physician, so it was really good too have a provider who trust me at my level.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    It was surprisingly wonderful to have my ear problem examined and treated in the one appointment. The doctor was patient, calm and effective.

  • Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Perfectly fine.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    I've had long experience with Dr. Lam and I can say that he is a fine communicator, practitioner and a sensitive and caring doctor.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    It wasn't a nurse but the audiologist but she was excellent

  • Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    The Audiology Technician was informative and explained everything clearly. Dr. Lam was very pleasant and explained my testing results and made appropriate recommendations.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Excellent service. Went through history and made recommendations.

  • Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Dr Lam explained my test results in language that I could understand and answered all my questions. I would definitely recommend him to others.

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    He listens, and he cares. The whole time he intently focusses on me, as if I was the most important person in the universe!

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Dr. Lam was awesome. I came in and I was in pain and had a problem and he dealt with it, helped me out. He ordered some tests. He contacted me later. He was awesome.

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Hello, hi, Dr. Lam is wonderful. So he listened to what happens to my child and also give available suggestions and care and also not pushing us to do any procedures, which is not necessary. So and also share a lot of experience, you know, so we really appreciate that. So we would definitely recommend Dr. Lam to other patients. Thank you so much.

  • Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    Respect for pacient, previous providers, staff. Attentive and pleasant.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. Lam is great! He was able to explain what was going on, conduct a procedure, and explain what the results were.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr Lam was exceptional.

  • Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Reviewed my xray with me for clear understanding of my situtation. Very understanding, gave excellent advise for my condition with prognosis.