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David Woodsome Faling

David Woodsome Faling, MD

Internal Medicine

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Brigham and Women's Primary Care Clinic

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Minnesota Hospitals, Internal Medicine, 1993
  • Medical Education: Tufts University School of Medicine, 1990

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1993

Insurance

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  • 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
  • MassHealth ACO
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicare
  • Medicare ACO
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

220 ratings, 96 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    Dr. Faling gives you plenty of time to explain any issues you may have. He gives you a through exam; and goes over all your lab tests. You have a complete idea about your health status and ways to improve.

  • Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    He listen carefully and made me feel important

  • Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    This was an initial visit. He had familiarized himself with my medical history and asked relevant questions and was attentive. I was also impressed by the medical assistant that did thorough in-take and was very pleasant.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Dr. Faling is wonderful. I always learn something new when I see him.

  • Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Dr Faling is the best dr. I have ever had. New Drs. Could learn a lot from him about patient interaction and support!

  • Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Dr. Faling is the ultimate professional and I have complete faith in his ability to guide my healthcare.

  • Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    Dr. Faling is knowledgeable, friendly, and a great listener. He explains things in laymen's terms.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Thank god for Dr. Faling

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    I had an excellent experience with Dr. Faling and the entire office. From start to finish, everything was professional, efficient, and thoughtful. One of the things I appreciate most is the app-it makes such a difference being able to easily message the staff or Dr. Faling directly with questions or follow-ups. The communication is clear, timely, and makes managing my care feel much more connected and convenient. Dr. Faling took the time to listen, explain things clearly, and make sure I felt comfortable with the plan moving forward.

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Dr. David Faling is an excellent doctor. He is kind an compassionate. He is also extremely knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    He Was Awesome !

  • Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    As always Dr Faling is caring and makes you feel very satisfied with your visit.

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    I have known Dr. Faling for 25+ years and I feel he knows me well. He was my wife's primary physician even longer. We have trusted and respected him.

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Dr Faling and the rest of my care team are outstanding. They are knowledgeable, caring, and genuinely care about my health. I would recommend each and every one of them highly

  • Reviewed on 1/5/2026

    Dr. Faling is a very experienced and knowledgeable physician. He is great to talk to, and has wonderful judgement.

  • Reviewed on 1/5/2026

    I haven't had a male PCP in a very long time. I appreciate Dr.Faling's efforts to take the time to address all of my concerns in a respectful manner.

  • Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    I am very fortunate to have Dr Faling as my primary Dr for well over 40 years , it's rear. Thank you

  • Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    Yes, Dr. Faling has been my husband's care provider for 25, 30 years and he is always wonderful with him and thorough and is always very professional.

  • Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Dr. Faling is a kind doctor. And kind with his time. He has been my physician for over 30 years. I have complete trust in every word he says. [redacted] I drive from [redacted] to see him. And always will while I can have him as my doctor.

  • Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Very caring. Listens to my opinion. Spends time with me. Discusses options.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    I have been with him for 30 years. He always takes the time to go over every detail. Never in a rush. Best doctor and friend anyone would ever want

  • Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    I actually like going to the doctors office. Dr Faling and his wonderful assistant [redacted] make visits stress free. Excellent patient education when reviewing test results. Lots of good things to say about Dr Faling

  • Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Excellent care as always.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    I am extremely happy and comfortable with Dr. Faling and [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Very good

  • Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    this care provider is excellent

  • Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Always a pleasure to see Dr Faling. I feel listened to and am treated with respect.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Excellent as always. Thank you

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    I've been going to Dr. Faling for many years now and I feel he really know me and genuinely cares for my health. I actually enjoy seeing him and feel he is an asset to B&WH. I'm fortunate to be under his care. Thank you, [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Excellent Provider - I have been with this Provider for many years

  • Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Dr. Faling is a very knowledgeable, kind and caring clinician. He takes care to explain things clearly and I had thought I was taking care of myself adequately but found my self prescribed treatments were creating more problems. I am so grateful to him. I know he is very busy but when he was with me he didn't make me feel rushed.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Always a great experience

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Dr. Faling is the best! He is super thorough with my concerns with my health. Nothing overlooked. Listens to my issues very carefully, and helps me schedule what tests I need. He is definitely one of the best doctors I have ever been to. I am so thankful to find him.

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Dr Faling has been my primary care doctor for many years and I could not be more pleased with his care and concern

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Very kind, very knowledgeable

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    As a primary care physician myself, as a primary care teacher and administrator and researcher, I know what the qualities of superb quality primary care are and Dr. Falling has all of those qualities. I'm lucky and privileged to have him as my physician.

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Very smooth and concise. Listened and discussed all items.

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Always good

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    This was my first physical exam by this physician. I thought the exam was thorough, organized and complete.

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    he is absolutely fabulous in every category!

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    There aren't many doctors around like Dr. Faling. As a health professional myself, MGB is very fortunate to have him. He really cares about his patients and staff. It is very Evident.

  • Reviewed on 11/9/2025

    I would say he is caring,understanding and very thoughtful.

  • Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Dr Faling is very concerned about my well being and is extremely thorough with his exams

  • Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Faling is the prototype primary care physician - a little appreciated role. He knows me well and logically progresses thru our visit. Explains everything. Answer every question and discusses those réponses.

  • Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Dr. Faling is the best & most compassionate physician I ever had. He's focused on helping me with my medical problems.

  • Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    Dr Faling and [redacted] are fantastic

  • Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Nice person, very thorough, always good referrals.

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    I have a great experience with my pcp and his office staff for over 20 years. Looking forward to continuing medical care under him. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Great listener and explains things very clearly/

  • Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    [redacted] Meeting Dr. Faling and his assistant-[redacted]-exceeded my expectations, [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Dr. Faling was very friendly, listened to my list of concerns and addressed them all

  • Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    Dr Faling and nurses are great and reassuring.

  • Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    I believe that Dr Faling genuinely cares about me as a person and patient and he is knowledgeable about all aspects of my continued care. I am fortunate to have him as a provider.

  • Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    My wife and I love Dr. Faling. I have been blessed to have Dr. Faling as my primary care doctor for 32 years. He is also my wife's primary care doctor as well.

  • Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Dr Faling has been my primary doctor for many years. I have absolute confidence in Dr Faling in what he says about me and what he does. He always takes time with me and I walk away feeling better than when I walked into his office.

  • Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    I am [redacted] years old ; throughout my years I have been a patient of many doctors. Without a doubt doctor Faling is at the top of the list. He is extremely attentive, knowledgeable, and very caring.

  • Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Long time patient of this doctor. Very good relationship.

  • Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    He is caring, skilled and has an excellent ability to communicate.

  • Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Very knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    I have been seeing Dr. Faling for many years and found him to be a caring provider and knowledgeable and willing to hear things from the patients.

  • Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    I have the best care I could ever hope to get. I drive from cape cod to foxboro because I have alway gotten the best care fron dr faling!

  • Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    This provider has been excellent. He listens and explains procedures. I would highly recommend this provider to family & friends.

  • Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Dr. Faling is the reason I returned to Brigham. He DOES listen, pays attention to details and takes action. As a Patient you feel he is present and that he is viewing you as an individual with a unique set of health status'. In the end, it is his compassion that underpins his methods. Excellent Dr.

  • Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Dr. Faling is a wonderful , caring physician.

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Dr. Faling has been my care provider for 30 some years. Both he and his staff have always provided exceptional care.

  • Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    Has helped me for years

  • Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    The staff is so competent and professional I have never had a negative experience for as long as I have been going there

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    Doctor Faling has been my primary care doctor for over thirty years. He is a wonderful, caring, very knowledgeable doctor and I have complete trust and him.

  • Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    I really appreciate Dr. Faling. He explains medical concepts clearly and calmly, listens carefully, and never makes me feel like he's rushing to the next patient.

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr Faling always listens to me and always gives me great advice plus always sends me to excellent other Dr's.

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    I could not ask for better care or a better experience. I did not see doctors for many years because I was uncomfortable seeing one. With Dr. Faling I feel at ease and I feel that he is very knowledgeable. I make sure that I am at my appointments and I feel confident that I am getting the best care possible from the entire team. They treat me like a "long time friend" that they care about. ??????

  • Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    I have known the Dr. For many years Great caring person

  • Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Dr. Faling, has been my primary care physician for over 30 years and he is by far the best doctor I have ever been associated with. I feel I am very lucky that he is my primary care physician.

  • Reviewed on 7/6/2025

    He is very caring and very thoughtful about my health concerns. And goes over everything that I needed to talk about!

  • Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    I have been seeing Dr. Faling for 28 years. He is the best. Everyone should have the care and understanding with their Primary Care.

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Dr Faling and I have the best patient/physician relationship I have ever had. It is collegial. He is always well-informed about the internal medicine field, which is saying something given the breakneck pace at which new findings are made. I in turn provide him with updates on what is happening in the development of new vaccines and biopharmaceuticals. His approach matches well with my needs. He assesses the best treatment path forward for me, we discuss it in detail including options, and I do my part by following his instructions. The outcome results speak for themselves.

  • Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Dr. Faling has been my primary care physician for many years. He always took the time during my appointments to listen and address my concerns. He always made recommendations for my medical treatment. I am very satisfied with his care

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Very professional

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    I was Dr. Faling's first patient in the late 90s. He has given me the best care and the best attention any person could ever ask for. I'm blessed to have him as my internist.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Dr Faling is the best GP that I have ever with. He is an amazing asset to your hospital. Highly intelligent, Friendly, and caring. I know I, am and always have been in great hands when I visit with him and [redacted] his long time nurse. God bless the both

  • Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    Just perfect

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    David's been wonderful since the day I've had him, 30 plus years ago, and he's still wonderful today.

  • Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Outstanding physician.

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    I have been his patient for years because I know he cares about my health and advices me how to stay healthy.

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    I am grateful and blessed to be a patient of Dr. Faling. He knows my history, remembers my questions and concerns, and has guided through very difficult health situations. He always is able to advise, explain, and encourage me and I believe that he always has my best interests in mind.

  • Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Both physician's assistant [redacted] and Dr. David Faling could not have been more warm, supportive and professional. Many thanks.

  • Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Has a very calming effect and listens carefully.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    He's been my primary for almost 30 years. I trust his judgement implicitly.

  • Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    Doctor Faling is the best.

  • Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Treated with respect and concern took time to listen and understand my health situation

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Great PT doctor, have known his care for abt 30 yrs

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Dr. Faling was attentive and helpful in our deciding with what direction I should go for treating my osteoporosis. He was very caring and thorough in my annual visit. He noticed my high vitamin D on the blood work and the need for a tetanus shot along with a colonoscopy. He is the best!

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    Excellent communication and answered all my questions.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    We go back a long time. Dr Faling has always been there for good counsel during trying times.

  • Reviewed on 3/30/2025

    Dr Faling is a great doctor. I am always pleased, dealing with him as a doctor and a kind person.

  • Reviewed on 3/29/2025

    Dr. Faling, is a great primary care provider, who is very attentive to all my concerns.