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Claire Ellen Hamilton

Claire Ellen Hamilton, MD, PhD

Dermatology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Locations

  1. Brigham and Women's Dermatology Associates
  2. Brigham and Women's Dermatology Clinic
  3. Brigham and Women's Dermatology Clinic

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Yale School of Medicine, Pediatric Dermatology, 2020
  • Residency: Yale-New Haven Hospital/Medical Center, Dermatology, 2019
  • Internship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 2016
  • Medical Education: Weill Cornell Medical College, 2015

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicaid VT
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

193 ratings, 78 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 4/4/2026

    love my doctor she is the best

  • Reviewed on 4/2/2026

    Dr Hamilton is great! She makes sure to answer any questions and does a good job of explaining.

  • Reviewed on 3/28/2026

    Dr Claire Hamilton is an outstanding physician. Unfortunately, I see many medical providers and she stands out always as one of the best. She knows my current status and cares to work with me on a good outcome.

  • Reviewed on 3/28/2026

    Dr. Hamilton and her staff are awesome. Always attentive and caring. I couldn't ask for better help. Dr. Hamilton stands out based on my experience with countless professionals in the field of care!

  • Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    The care that I had this past week with all of the dermatologists could not have been any better.

  • Reviewed on 3/21/2026

    Dr Hamilton is always very easy to talk to, she listens to any concerns, professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her.

  • Reviewed on 3/21/2026

    Dr. Hamilton was thorough, professional and pleasant, all three of which I appreciate.

  • Reviewed on 3/21/2026

    Dr Hamilton is the best doctor

  • Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    She worked with scheduler and tried consistently to accommodate the restriction to my schedule- this appointment wasn't routine it was for specific issue around my eyes. Her discussion with me was straightforward, helpful and most importantly she talked with me not at me. Took time to look at photos of eyes at their worst.

  • Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Dr. Hamilton is knowledgeable, takes her time to discuss concerns and genuinely cares about her patients.

  • Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Dr. Hamilton is wonderful. I feel very well taken of.

  • Reviewed on 2/18/2026

    I was so delighted to be able to be seen so quickly, and so close to home. Not only that, Dr. Hamilton was both thorough and thoughtful in her assessment, and I found it was easy to have a balanced dialogue with her.

  • Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Very caring

  • Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    I'm very happy with Dr Hamilton. She is easy to talk to and seems to listen carefully to me. I'm relaxed around her.

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Dr. Hamilton is fantastic. She sees my entire family and we are very pleased with her.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    I am thankful that I have superb medical care and advice from skilled professional experts who care about and listen to their patients. I celebrated my [redacted]st birthday in [redacted] and I likely wouldn't have reached this milestone without the level of medical skill, knowledge, and caring that I have received from my team at MGH. I take a lot of meds and follow the advice my team provides that keep me up and about with good functioning of the strong brain I was born with [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    It was helpful as usual.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr. Hamilton is an excellent provider.

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Provider was so sweet with my son and took care of all my concerns regarding skin, which I had been mentioning to his pediatrician since he was 6 months and now that it escalated, Dr.Hamilton was there to address it. I appreciate her

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    I was very happy with the appointment I had with Dr. Hamilton. She was kind and she was considerate and she was friendly and she paid attention to anything I had to say and she answered any question that I have. I definitely, I already have recommended somebody to her. So yes, I'm happy.

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Excellent experience. A second Dr. was also excellent, unfortunately don't remember his name. Resident

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Outstanding Medical Professional

  • Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    She is very knowledgeable and explains things well. She is very helpful with recommendations too.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr. Hamilton: was very polite and concerned spoke to me regarding the exam and explained to me what her findings were. will be seeing her again in 6months.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Best possible experience

  • Reviewed on 11/29/2025

    Dr. Hamilton goes above and beyond for her patients! We are so grateful for her time and undivided attention. She is a great listener, has fantastic bedside manner and she's up to date on all the latest treatments for our son's condition. We couldn't be happier with our care.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Excellent doctor, fast service and friendly.

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Very professional and thoughtful

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Dr. Hamilton gives the most thorough skin check I have ever had. She is professional in her manner. I have already recommended her to others. I appreciate her expert care.

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    She is AMAZING,

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Dr Hamilton is the best! I wish Avery doctor was as attentive, efficient and knowledgeable as she is. Plus she's got excellent people skills. Overall, I have been extremely pleased with the care at Westwood dermatology.

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Hamilton went above and beyond to help me with my condition. I truly felt cared for every step of the way. Her kindness, patience, and clear explanations made a difficult time much easier to handle. I am truly grateful for the exceptional care she provided to me and my daughter!!!

  • Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    I have been seeing Dr. Hamilton for a while and we go several months between appointments. She always recognizes me and is so friendly and easy to talk too. It is always a pleasure when I get to see her and her team!

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Very professional and knowledgeable

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Explained into away I understood

  • Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    I felt rushed [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    Very helpfull

  • Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    Dr Hamilton has provided totally satisfactory care. The office is well run. I, as a patient, feel very comfortable being treated by Dr. Hamilton.

  • Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    Always a pleasure to see Dr.Hamilton, she saved me several years ago. I owe her.

  • Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    I am so happy for wonderful, caring Doctors , Nurses and staff who listen to my concerns and answering my questions.

  • Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    Very professional

  • Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr. Hamilton was recommended to conduct the exam because my regular doctor had a full schedule. She was extremely accommodating, friendly, helpful and succinct. Her recommendation for treatment is showing success les than a week from the visit.

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    I originally chose Dr. Hamilton because she was head of pediatric dermatology (but seeing adult patients too), and I figured that she would have a terrific "bedside manner". That prediction was so accurate! She is the epitome of a careful, caring physician who very quickly comes to know you as a person, but also as a patient with quirks and sub-optimal practices that could use gentle nudges in the right direction. She has also made me feel totally comfortable in an embarrassing situation. I have implicit trust in her decisions, such as when to do a biopsy, and when one is not needed. She always gives advice that I know I need to pay attention to, knowing that her advice comes from a place of concern, and not any sense of the superiority that can be evident from some doctors in a doctor / patient relationship. Our daughter has something that is being watched by her dermatologist, but she has expressed ongoing concerns about. Of course I suggested that she see Dr. Hamilton for a second opinion (which would be, IMHO, the primary opinion in our daughter's case if it was contrary to her own dermatologists opinion). I obviously would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Hamilton to anyone!

  • Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Great experience like usual

  • Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is a very caring and empathetic physician who goes above and beyond to ensure that the patient gets the best result and best care possible.

  • Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is a real asset to Brigham and Womens

  • Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Dr. Hamilton makes me feel at ease and comfortable to talk to her. She knew who I was and was very attentive and listened to any concerns I had.

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    This Dr was very attentive to my needs!!!

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    It was all good.....

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    I cannot stress my gratitude enough for how much I appreciated Dr. Hamilton just listening to everything I had to say. It meant the world to feel like I was finally being heard.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    verry good

  • Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    She is outstanding. Live Dr. Hamilton as she is both brilliant and wonderful bedside manner. And extremely knowledgeable to boot!

  • Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    Dr Hamilton was wonderful . She treated my infection and irritation immediately. She was spot on AWESOME

  • Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is thorough, efficient, warm, and a good listener. Her resident, Dr. [redacted], was as well.

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    She is a great doctor.

  • Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Excellent work

  • Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Claire Hamilton is very professional and thorough, and my daughter always enjoys seeing her.

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is thorough and professional and feel grateful to have her as my dermatologist.

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr Hamilton is the absolute best!

  • Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Very pleasant and reassuring.

  • Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is caring but not condescending, and really helps answer any questions and concerns in a straight-forward and kind manner.

  • Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    She is always on time, always very helpful, always listens, concise and to the point.

  • Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Had to cancel my appointment because I was slightly sick the day before Reschedule date was way too far in the future This creates a negative incentive to just show up and not do the right thing to protect the health of your staff

  • Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    I had a very good experience.

  • Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is extremely thorough, a good listener, and included my opinion in planning my health care. I feel fortunate to have Dr. Hamilton as my care provider.

  • Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    Dr Hamilton is a wonderful! She is always up to date with what's in my medical record. She listens to my complaints and is able to simple explain what her option is of my current situation. She's a positive asset to the practice!

  • Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    Dr Hamilton is very knowledgeable and professional. She takes the time to explain everything and cares about any concerns I have. I am grateful to have her as my dermatologist.

  • Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is the best doctor that I've ever had in my life. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is an excellent doctor. Very good visit with her.

  • Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Doc Hamilton is superlative! Give her a raise! She is efficient, personable, humorous, solicitous. She was the first dermatologist to diagnose my skin cholesterol condition and script for it; previously, though I had several years of annual exams at Atrius, none had.

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is one of the best doctors I have. She is thorough, listens to me, and provides the care I need. I would like to continue with her as long as she will see me.

  • Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    I would highly recommend Dr Hamilton. She was thorough, caring and listened to my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Excellent care

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Dr Claire Hamilton is an amazing physician. She is very skilled in dermatology and manages my complex care in a remarkable fashion. Her office always follows up quickly when I have a question or concern.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Dr. Hamilton is a top notch provider. She is smart, efficient and willing to help with all issues. Takes great care of her patients.You are lucky to have her!

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Westwood is a great facility, organized and efficient. Dr. Hamilton is an excellent physician providing the best care.

  • Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Dr. Hamilton and her PA are awesome. Friendly, knowledgeable and caring.

  • Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    Clearly explained advice and directions and answered my questions