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David Saul Binder

David Saul Binder, MBA, MD

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Male

About David Saul Binder

Dr. Binder completed his residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, where he was Chief Resident. Upon completion of residency training, he completed a fellowship in Pain Management at Brigham & Women's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Boston and Beth-Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is Board Certified in both Pain Management and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Dr. Binder focuses on treating low back pain, neck pain and musculoskeletal conditions. He places emphasis on incorporating a multidisciplinary approach focused on reducing pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life. In addition to providing conservative treatments, he also performs various spine and joint interventional procedures such as epidural steroid injections.

In addition to his clinical roles Dr. Binder is the Director of Innovation at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and serves as the Medical Director for the Spaulding Outpatient Center in Cambridge. Dr. Binder has an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

Locations

  1. Massachusetts General Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic
    • 52 Second Avenue, Blue Building, Suite 1150, Waltham, MA 02451
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  2. Spaulding Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic
  3. Spaulding Rehabilitation Medical Procedure Clinic
  4. Spaulding Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic
  5. Massachusetts General Orthopaedic Spine Center
    • 55 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 3rd Floor, Suite 3A, Boston, MA 02114
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital (for MD/DO), Anesthesia Pain Management, 2007
  • Residency: Tufts Medical Center, PM&R, 2006
  • Internship: Cambridge Health Alliance, Transitional, 2003
  • Medical Education: State University of New York at Buffalo, 2002

Board Certifications

  • Pain Medicine: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2008
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2007

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
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Maine Community Health Options
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicaid VT
  • Medicare
  • Medicare ACO
  • Multiplan
  • NH Healthy Families
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense
  • WellSense NH

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

266 ratings, 100 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    Excellence

  • Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Very positive experience. Dr Binder was courteous, very knowledgeable and extremely patient, listening to my concerns and answering all my questions. Has a wonderful, calming demeanor.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Dr. Binder was lovely. I have a complex intersection of orthopedic issues and new findings not necessarily related to my orthopedic surgeries. Dr. Binder clearly understood that figuring out causality was key and ordered a range of tests and bloodwork before coming up with a treatment plan. He also did a physical exam. He reviewed my MRI's. He is doing the "work" to come up with an appropriate treatment plan....rare in this era of medical care to take the time and analyze the data before making recommendations. He ordered all the test. I will see him in 5 weeks.

  • Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Dr. Binder is a very caring, very highly, highly good doctor. And I trust him with my spine and neck and back. He's a very, very good doctor. No question about it.

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Dr. Binder was very thorough during our initial visit despite the limited information he had available. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    great doctor. very attentive

  • Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Dr. Binder has been my orthopedic for over a decade now. He continues to provide care with compassion and expertise. He is always available to answer questions and provide realistic and reasonable solutions.

  • Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    I had a wonderful experience with this doctor and with the staff. They were kind. They were knowledgeable. They were very helpful.

  • Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    Had a very good experience, still waiting for the neurologist to give me a call. Overall is a great experience.

  • Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Dr. Binder was very patient & kind, he listens and explains things so you can understand. He gives you recommendations. Very pleasant visit. He listens to his patients which is very important to patients.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    My appointment with Dr. Binder was very successful. I found him to be very calm, very knowledgeable, and explained everything as far as the procedure I was having in a way that I understood everything and very happy with the outcome so far. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    I was new patient so it is hard to cover entire history but he was able to review some of many records and recent tests I brought in today that was entered into my MGH records.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    I had seen Dr. Binder in the past and was waiting to make sure it was him that I could see again. I am very confident in everything he does and says and he's very, very informative, very pleasant and overall a complete professional. I can't say enough good about him so I think he's an asset to Mass General. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Good listener, kind and friendly.

  • Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    Great place,courteous and respectful

  • Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Liked the provider a lot. He gave me an overall plan and said call anytime if I had a problem.

  • Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Dr. Binder helped me. Thanks for keeping him!!

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Dr. Binder took an ample amount of time listening to what I had to say about my condition, examining me, showing me images from my MRI, and explaining what was causing the pain I have been experiencing. He also laid out clearly several treatment options and made arrangements for follow-up and ordered additional tests to be sure that his diagnosis was complete and accurate.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    [redacted] Dr. Binder is a serious physician and one of the most decent people I have met in the past two years. I respect him.

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Thank you for the great care !

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Very good doctor who explained everything to me and a very good listener.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Good doctors and nurses. Thank you

  • Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Everyone was friendly and helpful

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Binder gave me great assurance of the best course to follow for my ailments . I'll continue to rely on his expertise should I need more care in the future. I'm grateful for his availability.

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Dr. Binder is an excellent doctor. I have been going to him for many years.

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    No problems

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    I have known this doctor for many years. He is a lifesaver! Very knowledgable and intuitive.

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Dr Binder is very professional and knowledgeable, he listens carefully and treats his patients well. I really respect him and his expertise in this area.

  • Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Good.

  • Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Dr. Binder was thorough in his examination to determine the extent of my neck and back pain. He also evaluated my strength and range of motion. He listened to my concerns and answered my questions. He asked for my input regarding my treatment plan. He asked if I felt comfortable getting a series of x-rays. He inquired about my ongoing physical therapy and if I felt it would be beneficial to have additional sessions. You never know what to expect when meeting a new doctor. This was a positive experience. This has nothing to do with my neck and back pain, but Dr. Binder's low-key, soft spoken demeanor had a calming affect on me. I had an extremely stressful prior two months so it was a welcome relief.

  • Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    First time with this provider, he was courteous, polite, respectable, and took time to explain things to me

  • Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    Dr very clear about diagnosis and follow up

  • Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    He is kind, thoughtful, and knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Very pleasant and gentle demeanor and didn't talk down to you. Listened to what I had to say

  • Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    He was very courteous and listened to what ever I said. He answered all questions asked and didn't rush me and made sure I under stood him

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    I'd have to say Dr. Binder is one of the (if not THE) most pleasant doctor to communicate with. One thing I'm having trouble understanding is how to get care for a 'specific area' of my spine (which is sacrum/pelvis) that my other pain surgeon/management relief team doesn't practice. Please provide me with greater understanding. My entire spine (at every level) has significant injury, ranging from moderate to severe in multiple areas that has progressed beyond normal wear & tear. There's a high level of HAA5 (BEYOND MAXIMUM ALLOWANCE) contaminating the water, that scientists conclude: it accelerates degeneration of spinal cord nerves fiber/tissue & cellular vacuolisation. ?? The toxic chemicals are easily absorbed into the skin while bathing, showering, hand washing.......and I've been having chronic anaphylactic type reactions since being exposed. FYI: I have MODIC TYPE 1, 2, AND 3 at Cervical, Thoracic, & Lumber (in addition to Stenosis of each, along with trauma-induced Sigmoid Curvature/Levo + Dextro Scoliosis). ?I need care for ALL my body parts that are injured. The SACRUM/PELVIS injury has chronic pain also. Pain relief that I can tolerate (considering my super- sensitivities to previous pharmacologic ingredients) is my desire. My body can still achieve great relief from the most basic (quality of life) integrative tools: Comforting (soft) ERGONOMICS which alone will help with pain relief. Soft bed (that was prescribed long ago, paired with Hot soaking tub to support longer lasting relief of therapies: myofascial-soft tissue mobilization; oxygen therapy; full body stretching; physical & chiropractic therapy. Therapeutic Sleep contributes greatly to pain relief/well-being.

  • Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    Dr. Binder was great. I appreciate that he cares about his patients.

  • Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    I trust Dr Binder's knowledge and expertise. He listens carefully and asks for my input into my plan of care.

  • Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    [redacted] I was surprised the doctor did not look into my medical history before the visit. I was disappointed that the doctor gave me no advice on what to do about my pain other than to just accept it.

  • Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    Excellent Dr who listens and explains he's very thorough and I have recommended him to several friends

  • Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    He listened to what I had to say

  • Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Very courteous, thoughtful,thorough and knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Dr Binder was able to immediately focus on the presenting problem arrange for appropriate imaging and a follow up plan.

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Dr. Binder was very professional and knowledgeable. He listened to everything I had to say and went over and above and beyond to answer my questions. And even when I had questions after the appointment, I went back in and he answered. It was a very good experience.

  • Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    He was very thorough, respectful, and listened to my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    "Dr. Binder has been my physician for many years, and I cannot say enough about his outstanding care . He is consistently thorough, compassionate, and attentive, always taking the time to listen and explain. I feel fortunate to be under his care and deeply value the trust and confidence he inspires."

  • Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Dr.Binder was knowledgeable, kind, professional and caring. I felt very comfortable and confident during the procedure. I would not hesitate to do this procedure again!

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    All MGH providers are excellent

  • Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    He seemed caring and explained everything well.

  • Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Dr. Binder is very kind and very caring

  • Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Outstanding care by Dr. Binder and his team.

  • Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    Dr. Binder was knowledgeable, compassionate, thorough, kind, and very skilled. He spent as much time with me as I needed. He listened patiently and explained thoroughly.

  • Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    Dr. Binder is a very busy man, but has always apologized if running behind. He takes time to explain the procedure and what to expect.

  • Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Excellent communication skills, maintained eye contact--was not glued to his computer--easy, friendly manner--insures confidence--

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Amazing team of caring professionals!

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    I was pleased with the way he presented options for me as regarding the procedures he could use to correct my condition.

  • Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Excellent.

  • Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    Provider has clinics in multiple sites across MGH. I work in the Waltham campus and wanted an appointment there. Scheduled was unable to help me and informed me that I would have to call Waltham site directly to book there.

  • Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. Binder was kind, thoughtful and thorough in his explanation of what to expect during future procedure

  • Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    It was a helpful experience.

  • Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    A very fine professional and I'm lucky to have him on my team. Many thanks.

  • Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    Dr Binder was professional and caring as well as a good listener.

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Dr. Binder was respectful and considerate and understood my situation. He offered me 2 options which I accepted

  • Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    I've been a pt of Dr Binder for several yrs. I cannot state enough professional compliments about him! He is warm, attentive, knowledgeable & progressive. He has a kind, patient demeanor & I have come to regard him as tremendous physician. His personality & knowledge inspires me to feel confident & reassured. He is a tremendous doctor & I am lucky to have him as my physician.

  • Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Very professional

  • Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Dr Binder was very courteous and professional. He was very attentive with my concerns. I was very pleased with his professionalism.

  • Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Friendly, showed genuine concern for my medical problem.

  • Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Excellent provider

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    My first visit with Dr Binder and his office staff was to discover my back issues and he was very attentive to my input and made several suggestions for further discovery of my condition.

  • Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    I have a lot of confidence in this provider. Collaboratively discussed my issues and came to mutually agreed upon next steps.

  • Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    I appreciated very much Dr. Binder's manners and respectful demeanor. He apologized for being a few minutes late. He even asked if it was ok with me if he entered information on the computer while we talked. I also said hello and good bye, basic manners that other physicians at MGH have not shown on my recent appointments. I cannot rate Dr. Binder on his competence or clinical management of my health issue yet.

  • Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    Dr. Binder was very cordial and explained the condition and the relief I would feel from the procedure. The outcome was very good.

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Last time I woke up before the procedure is over,it was horrible!!This time with Anethesia it was wonderful!!Thank you!!!

  • Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    Thank you very M Thank you very much for your excellent care.

  • Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    Dr. Binder inspired confidence in his recommendations and offered a new path to treatment that I had not properly considered before

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Great, good first impression

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    This provider was one of the best I have seen. I felt like his listened to everything I had to say and didn't interrupt me. He took the time to answer all of my questions in detail. It did not feel as though he was rushing through the appointment.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Excellent care and concern. Procedure went well for me with no problems. Very pleased

  • Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Dr. Binder focuses on me and not on the computer. He is always very attentive and listens to me.

  • Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Wonderful, respectful and professional. One of the best physicians I have had the pleasure of seeing in a long time.

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    I have no problem with Dr. Binder at all. I called for an appointment and I got an appointment the very next day I called, which is unusual, but I did get one and I have follow up scheduled as soon as possible. And, like I said, I've been going to him for quite some time and I have no problem at all with him. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    He seemed rushed and uninterested. I had sent him a message that I wanted to discuss a particular kind of PT and I didn't get to discuss PT at all.

  • Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Yeah, when I arrived for my appointment, it was a short wait. The person behind the front desk, the admitting person, was exceptionally good. She was really cool. And I only spent about a couple of minutes waiting to see the doctor, and I was really impressed by the art that was in that waiting area. It was incredible. Really good art. And it helps the patient, you know, kind of don't worry so much about what might happen or what might not be happening, but it just is good dissuasion, sort of. My doctor is excellent, easy to talk to, you know, pleasant.

  • Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    I think Dr. Binder is great

  • Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Caring and professional

  • Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Dr. Binder has the most amazing "bedside manner ". He listened to everything I had to say. He is so patient I feel like I'm his only patient. He is definitely an asset to MGH and his patients.

  • Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Dr. Binder was thorough, pleasant, respectful, and I very much appreciated his case.

  • Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    He explained everything he was going to do, made me feel very comfortable and confident. I have already recommended him to my friends. After years of back pain, I left Spaulding with no pain. I am to continue treatment and have so much confidence in my doctor.

  • Reviewed on 5/10/2025

    He explained things t me in simple terms ,which helped me understand things so much better

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Excellent physician, professional staff. Overall a great experience. Thank you!

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    So fsr... very good!!

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Dr. Binder was patient and listened to my concerns and questions and had taken the time to review the questionnaire that I had completed and provided to the front desk at the time of my check in.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    I wish every provider exhibited the level of efficient communication and care that Dr Binder provides: with empathy. He LISTENS, is an excellent provider and good communicator.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    He's a very good doctor. I wish him the best. Thank you very much. Thank you, doctor.

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    He seems very knowledgeable and he reassured me that this would work. Most likely.

  • Reviewed on 4/7/2025

    Dr. Binder was very, very helpful. He's very informative. He was very descriptive and he was very, very caring and understanding and I just felt very comfortable with him.

  • Reviewed on 4/6/2025

    Excellent patient experience with Dr Binder and staff. Dr Binder was exceptional in his care and evaluation of my problem. Outstanding provider.

  • Reviewed on 4/1/2025

    Excellent Doctor I highly appreciate and recommend Dr. Binder