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Gary M Ferguson

Gary M Ferguson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Brigham and Women's Orthopedics Clinic
  2. Brigham and Women's Orthopedics Clinic

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Mayo Clinic, Orthopedics Joint Replacement, 1988
  • Residency: Harvard / MGB Combined Training Program*, Orthopedic Surgery, 1986
  • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Orthopedics, 1985
  • Internship: Baystate Medical Center, General Surgery, 1983
  • Medical Education: Tufts University School of Medicine, 1981

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1990

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
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicaid VT
  • Medicare
  • Medicare ACO
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

375 ratings, 163 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    This was a very pleasant experience. The front desk personnel, the X-ray tech, nurse and Dr Ferguson were very professional and compassionate! My thanks to all.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    nothing, service was great.

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr Ferguson addressed all of my concerns and eliminated most of my knee pain

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Going to Pembroke is so easy; everyone is so nice, Dr Ferguson the best.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Yeah, the experience overall was very good. I like the team. I like the doctor. It was a good experience.

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Dr was great

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    He explained everything. Made me feel very comfortable.

  • Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Unbelievable Doctor

  • Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    My visit was all I expected and I was pleased totally.

  • Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Sage advice with the pro's and con's of different treatment possibilities.

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    He was very efficient asking questions and answered All my questions very good Dr.

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Very thoughtful, listened intently and explained to the best of his knowledge exactly what he thought was wrong and what we were going to do to fix my problem.

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was very kind. He knew exactly what my problem was and he was very gentle in the shots and was just an excellent all-around.

  • Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Very satisfied with results.

  • Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    I was very impressed by the speed that I got shown in to my appointment and also the expertise and explanations my provider gave to me pertaining to my situation.

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was very thorough in explaining things to me.

  • Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is the best provider for my mentally disabled sister who is age [redacted]. He treats her with great respect.

  • Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr Ferguson knew my case the minute he walked in the room. It was a very different issue and he was able to tell me exactly what he figured it was. The way he explained it to me was excellent as I had been nervous about what was going on. He put my mind at easy, and yes I would tell anyone to go see him.

  • Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Respectful. Explained cleatly

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr Ferguson was quite possibly the best doctor I've ever sern

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    The doctor was very kind in his explanation of my concerns. It was the full explanation that I needed to receive. I left the appointment fully understanding my concerns and greatly relieved.

  • Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Great

  • Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Doctor Ferguson was kind and attentive.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    The doctor was very patient and understanding and he explained things in a language that I could really understand and I so appreciated that.

  • Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    My condition was thoroughly explained to me.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    I love Brigham and Women's hospital

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    It was excellent all my questions were answered clearly and concisely. I understood everything they said they receptionist the nurses and especially the doctor were excellent. I was taken in a timely fashion, and I would highly recommend these professionals to my family and friends.

  • Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    I was very impressed with this facility - the cleanliness, convenient parking, and efficiency of the staff. Dr. Ferguson was very pleasant and helpful.

  • Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    It is always informative and reassuring when I meet with Dr. Ferguson. He is extremely knowledgeable and very professional.

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Hi, this is [redacted]. I didn't think Dr. Ferguson followed through on timely enough on my request for a gel injection in my knee. I feel like he could have been more proactive in me getting the gel. Instead, I think he was more comfortable with the cortisone. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is personable, professional and kind. He explains everything about my condition and provides resolution to my problems.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    He took time to reduce concerns and provided expectations

  • Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Excellent Knowledgeable Caring

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Ferguson has a wonderful bedside manner. He addressed pressing issue of pain from a mechanical knee injury. He explained and put me at ease. Discussed the POC and I will see him again should I need a follow up cortisone injection [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is very kind and easy to talk to. He puts you at ease.

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Very knowledgeable and listens to his patient.

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Yes, it was the best orthopedic experience I've had in a long time. I hope I can see him again if needed. He was great and again, I hope I can see him if I need orthopedic care again. That's Dr. Ferguson.

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Dr Ferguson was amazing and thorough! My first experience with him was great. I highly recommend Dr Ferguson!

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Dr Fergurson is very prompt and caring as well as thorough. Very good Doctor and knowledgeable

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    I have only positive experiences with Dr Ferguson, Dr [redacted] and the staff at Brigham and Women's for my hip 2 years ago and now my knee I tell everyone to go there

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Kind and knowledgeable

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    I wish you had a dermatology skin department at this location

  • Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Really great bedside manner. Quick follow up for additional resources

  • Reviewed on 11/9/2025

    VERY PLEASED with care from Dr. Ferguson.

  • Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    Very good

  • Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Dr Ferguson has a very pleasant casual way of addressing his patients that puts people at ease. He's very thorough in his examination and explanation with his patients.

  • Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    The doctor explained all in a friendly, matter of fact way. He had reviewed my X rays and administered the injection efficiently. My knee feels much better.

  • Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    Dr Ferguson is really great. He listens completely and explains everything so that your able to completely understand everything.

  • Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    I was very impressed with Dr. Ferguson! He took the time to go over my X-rays, do stress tests on my knee and explain what my condition was. He provided excellent care. He has already followed up with me and I will touch base with him in 4 weeks with my progress. I would recommend him to anyone.

  • Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was able to see me about one hour before my scheduled appointment. He explained the problem with my right knee and was able to treat the problem during my visit. I now have no pain in my right knee.

  • Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Very knowledgeable professional

  • Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Doctor took a good amount of time with me

  • Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Very caring. Thanks

  • Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Could not have been most helpful

  • Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    I like Doctor Ferguson, he is very knowledgeable and kind. I like the staff that works at that particular facility also.

  • Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    Very thorough facility. Always clean and well managed. Doctors are polite and receptive.

  • Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Excellent experience with Dr. Ferguson. Cortisone shot & pt ordered to conservatively treat the bursitis in my right hip.

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Very caring

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Dr Ferguson was the best. Painless cortisone shot

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Yes, it was good for me, they came and took care of me, they were good for me very good for me, when I started speaking they told me they were listening, they listened and did everything for me, it was good for me, thank you.

  • Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Very focused. Responded with therapy and recommendations that directly addressed my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Knowledgeable, Patient and concerned

  • Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Dr Ferguson was knowledgeable and easy to talk to. He explained everything thoroughly and listened to my concerns

  • Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    It was quick and deliberate. He was aware of the situation and acted accordingly. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Definitely a great provider. His personality was friendly and caring. He treated me as person and not like just a number which sadly so many providers do nowadays..It was a refreshing patient/provider experience. He is an asset to your hospital. He represents your reputation as a healthcare facility in a positive view.

  • Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    He really listened and explained my condition in understandable detail. He also provided suggestions going forward. a most beneficial visit

  • Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    The doctor was very good and explained the issue with my knee in terms I could understand.

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is a great orthopedist. I really feel like he listened to everything I had to say. He explained what he saw in my x-rays, and I feel like we came up with a plan moving forward together. I would recommend him highly to anyone. Thank you. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    The doctor, as always, was very professional and he performed the procedure with good results.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    This was my first experience with Dr Ferguson. He was pleasant, soft spoken, took his time with me, and explained my issue so I could understand what was happening and why we should try PT to minimize my pain. I am very happy to have him as my doctor.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    A very empathetic physician, kind, attentive, reassuring, and very thorough. He listens, explains, instructs and inspires.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr Ferguson was more than satisfactory.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    He made me understand my condition, my strengths and my future options, He explained the benefits of cortiisone shots and the lack of any downsides

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was wonderful. He came in to meet me. He shook my hand. He had a smile on his face. He listened attentively to my issues. He actually examined me, and then he asked me other pointed questions about how it felt, what he could do, what he recommended. He was wonderful, a very nice man. I would recommend him to anyone.

  • Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    I enjoy my time with dr Ferguson fast and painless and I get some relief after the shot

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    My experience with Dr. Ferguson was excellent. He was very personable, very knowledgeable and listened to everything that I had to say. Basically the main reason I set an appointment with Dr. Ferguson was to get an x-ray to confirm any possible arthritis or other reason why my right hip had been bothering me. He was able to confirm that there was no arthritis in my hip And that he was in agreement with me that the reason that my hip was bothering me was basically from overuse. I would recommend Dr. Ferguson 100% to anyone who was having any type of orthopedic injuries at all. He was wonderful.

  • Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was very kind and caring.

  • Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    The Dr. was extremely nice, and explained everything. I had an MRI and he got in touch with me the next day and told me the results.

  • Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Excellent service great care and treatment was very good especially as I was not expecting to it during this visit A S

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Dr Ferguson is kind, thorough, thoughtful and answers all questions. He explained MRI result my rheumatologist ordered prior to this visit. He offered solutions, next steps, empathy and encouragement. I wish we could clone him. Thank you

  • Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Dr Ferguson is a very professional, knowledgeable, very warm provider. I trust his judgement and always feel that he listens to my concerns also. I would rate him as excellent.

  • Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    I drove four hours there and four hours back to seek the doctor's expert opinion. He told me less than the information I already have gathered about my condition in 10 years, and he offered no opinion as to is most likely the thing that I should do and the specific thing I came to ask for help with. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    He was very kind and I needed him to hear me. He gave me hope

  • Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    He was very informative and helpful

  • Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Provider was friendly, knowledgable, explained things simply and thoroughly, provided pertinent info; told me what would happen next -- what I would do, what he would do. Great all around experience.

  • Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is an excellent doctor.

  • Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    Dr Ferguson is the best !!! Patient , kind always

  • Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    I like Dr. Ferguson. He is always very nice and punctual. He explains everything in a way I understand and tells me all my options.

  • Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    Listened well, and did a good exam of my R leg and hip vs my L. Recommended some added exercises for my PT. Didn't want to do any kind of scan and jumped from the exercises to doing some kind of injection. Did speak about perhaps a follow up visit in several weeks. So will schedule an appointment this autumn if needed.

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    Dr Ferguson was kind, thorough, and knowledgeable. He explained my problem and treatment and answered all my questions

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is always delightful and professional.

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    Fine experience...

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Great listener

  • Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    He is a gentle caring doctor, I have seen him twice before and he is always caring and helful.

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr Ferguson was excellent. He articulated the explanation very well. Overall a very good experience.

  • Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was great.

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    The nurse was amazing and friendly .made me feel very comfortable to talk to

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Very thorough, thoughtful and comprehensive. I felt very confident he understood the pain I am experiencing and developed a reasonable plan to try to address it. Much better than some other providers I have seen for the same or similar issues.

  • Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    I felt that I was comfortable. It was the first meeting I had with this particular provider and he was kind and he was gentle and he was attentive and took care of my problem.

  • Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    He was excellent.

  • Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    Very respectful and gave me the information I needed.

  • Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    He was very caring & kind, yet very knowledgeable about my diagnosis &explained everything in a language I could easily understand. He is what everyone would want in a doctor.

  • Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is always welcoming and caring.

  • Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was professional and pleasant. He clearly explained my situation with arthritis in my hip as indicated by the x-rays.

  • Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    He understood my problem and offered a solution immediately. He has relieved my symptoms with instructions to return if I need more medication

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is the kindest man. Listens to everything. And I have no pain as I write this comment.

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Just great

  • Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Dr. Ferguson and his staff were amazing! I felt comfortable and well cared for. What an amazing team!

  • Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Very satisfactory

  • Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    was primarily interested in hearing what I had to say. Very respectful of my opinions and questions. Very patient. A true professional.

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    All good

  • Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    The doctor was helpful and thorough.

  • Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    The reason I neede to see an Orthopaedic Surgeon was due to a situation behind my knee . The technician I saw exrayed my knees . She and Dr, Ferguson were really the only ones that saw me about my situation. Dr. Ferguson was great. I saw Dr. Ferguson because my other Orthopedic Surgeon was away. Dr. Ferguson took his time to review everything to me. I felt very comfortable with him, HE WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL. I would recomend him to everyone I know. I was very lucky to see him.He made me feel very comfortable . THANK YOU.

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    He explained in detail about what was going on with my knees. We both decided on the course of action.

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Outstanding

  • Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Great bedside personality. Very flexible and straight forward

  • Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Dr Ferguson explained everything to me about my condition clearly.

  • Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    This doctor was kind and he put me at ease immediately during this first appointment. He explained things in a thorough, understandable way.

  • Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    I was very happy with Dr. Ferguson. He explained everything and ordered an MRI.

  • Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Great every time !

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Wonderfully talented and charismatic physician! I am confident that I am receiving expert care.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    He was very kind, funny yet very professional.

  • Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Dr Ferguson is a wonderful doctor!

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    Great visit

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    Everything was perfect the aft was exceptional

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Thank you for a wonderful group of people.

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    He was very pleasant and sympathetic to my problem. After listening to me about what led to this problem, he offered some treatment immediately. He did tell me he couldn't address the entire problem because I'd need to see my neurologist. He was honest and helped me with what he could. He made me feel comfortable and made sure I was fine after the injection. I would definitely go back if I need this treatment again.

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Second appt with Doctor Ferguson. Very thorough and informative

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is wonderful. He just listens to his patients. Kind man and he tells you exactly what you need to know. Take care. Bye.

  • Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    He was very thoughtful and helped me understand my problem

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Another simple and straight forward experience. No surprises. Nice

  • Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was one of the most attentive, helpful, caring, expert, and effective doctors with whom I have ever met.

  • Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Overall I was quite disappointed by my experience with Dr Ferguson [redacted] I felt he did not listen nor ask about my concerns, and communicated in a very condescending and patronizing way. I did not feel heard and do not feel confident moving forward with a care provider I cannot communicate effectively with. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is very knowledgeable and professional.

  • Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is always so kind, caring and knowledgeable about my sister [redacted]'s issues.

  • Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    Very good doctor and very knowledgeable and helpful! Great bedside manner too!

  • Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Good experience!

  • Reviewed on 5/10/2025

    Dr Ferguson is wonderful. Referred me to a surgeon. I now have an appt w surgeon.

  • Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was an ultimate gentleman. He was kind, receptive, understanding, and he was very acceptable. He was fantastic is what I'm trying to say. I could not say enough words about how nice the gentleman was and how knowledgeable he was. So thank you.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    He was very good!

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. Ferguson listened attentively and agreed with my assessment of the situation. I felt very comfortable talking with him.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was very kind, understanding, thorough and helpful. I feel much better after my visit with Dr. Ferguson.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr Ferguson was easy to talk to and explained my situation and answered all my questions.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Very detailed explanation and excellent treatment

  • Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    After finishing with our major issue, I brought up a second issue, mainly which I knew was a podiatry problem. And the doctor did answer my question, gave me encouragement, and told me to visit a podiatrist. He gave me background information, which was very helpful. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    Very caring, very informative, very timely, and very responsive.

  • Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    Dr Ferguson was helpful, attentive and clear about my issue

  • Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Felt very comfortable with Dr Ferguson, he was a delight

  • Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    He is great very kind and patient

  • Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Dr. Ferguson has always been very courteous and he takes care of me. I would recommend him to anybody and I see him every three months. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Very informative. Listened

  • Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Outstanding!

  • Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was knowledgeable and experienced and paid close attention to my specific case and concerns. I learned things from him about my case and options that I was unaware of and this gave me confidence in the option I chose to follow. This experience should help anyone seen by him.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    excellent communication skills

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Dr. Ferguson is an excellent provider. He takes the time to listen and understand what you're saying about your condition. He offers suggestions to help you feel better and find some relief from pain.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Always patient. Listens. Recommends treatment which he thinks is best.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    This was the second time I've seen GARY M FERGUSON. He took the time to look back in my records, so he knew my history. He explained my situation is nice detail and made me feel very comfortable that he knew what he was doing.

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    Very professional

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Dr. Ferguson was fantastic I normally have anxiety at doctors offices and feel like I'm not always listened to but he was wonderful and I felt comfortable from start to finish.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Dr Ferguson is a wonderful doctor. He explains everything very well and is very patient. I felt comfortable right away after meeting him.

  • Reviewed on 4/7/2025

    Dr Ferguson was easy to talk to and very knowledgeable about my medical history in spite of never seeing me before. He explained why my knee was bothering me and what to do in order to keep myself healthy

  • Reviewed on 4/7/2025

    First time there and everything was great the place is very clean. The rooms were clean. It took me right away and went right from imaging right to the doctor. I couldn't have had a better experience.