Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleLocations
- Mass General Brigham Primary Care Clinic
- 260 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
- Get Directions
- phone: 978-499-7200
- fax: 978-499-7488
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Virginia Mason Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2003
- Medical Education: University of Connecticut, 2000
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2003
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- MassHealth ACO
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- 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
338 ratings, 166 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/5/2026
Th Dr. and the nurse were impeccably wonderful.
- Reviewed on 2/6/2026
Provider is very experienced.
- Reviewed on 2/2/2026
I love her. She makes me feel very comfortable.
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
Doctor Jessica Schoonmaker's is an excellent Doctor at every level and I say that as a [redacted] yrs young man who has experience with doctors [redacted] - I feel very fortunate to have JESSICA as my GP
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
My Care Provider Dr. Schoonmaker Provided me with the Best care. Listened to my information and Questions that I asked. Provided me with the Help I needed at that time. Thank You.
- Reviewed on 2/3/2026
Very down-to-earth, practical & caring, yet knowledgeable & professional
- Reviewed on 1/23/2026
I was seen personally by the doctor herself. It was an excellent meeting. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
Love seeing my Primary.
- Reviewed on 1/23/2026
I just want to say that I love Dr. Schoonmaker and I think that she's a fabulous doctor and I'm very glad that she is part of my health team.
- Reviewed on 1/24/2026
I love Dr Schoonmaker. She takes time with me, listens to me and asks all the right questions.
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
great office. has always been easy to work with
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
I was very happy I was able to see my primary care doctor for this visit. I usually only see her for annual appointments.
- Reviewed on 1/17/2026
Dr Schoonmaker is a great listener and someone I respect that gives me good advice
- Reviewed on 1/14/2026
I am grateful to be a patient who is treated well and listened to.
- Reviewed on 1/26/2026
She is excellent
- Reviewed on 1/12/2026
I thought she did a good job explaining what she was doing. She made me feel comfortable.
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
Dr Schoonmaker is always thorough, respectful, and knowledgable.
- Reviewed on 1/3/2026
Dr. Schoonmaker is a credit to her profession. Kind, caring, empathetic and brilliant
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
I've been seeing Dr. Schoonmaker for almost 2 decades. Absolutely the best of the best, in my opinion. When I can't see her, she is always responsive to my questions on the patient portal. I can't thank her enough for the care she provides me.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker was awesome, but I cannot say the same for the nurse that saw me prior to Dr. Schoonmaker coming into the room. There was a discrepancy in dates in my file, i.e. there are dates referring to vaccinations in FL when I was not even living in FL at that time. I tried explaining that several times to the nurse and I absolutely felt like she did not believe me!!!!
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
Excellent, thoughtful, competent, knowledgeable, kind.
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Caring says it all
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Staff handled my needs well and I have no complaints
- Reviewed on 12/20/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is the best PCP I've ever had.
- Reviewed on 12/20/2025
Perfect!
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is warm, she's knowledgeable, she's an excellent listener, and I feel fortunate to have her as a doctor.
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
she is the best
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
This provider is very relatable and always focuses their attention on me any questions I might have.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
Very good
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
She listens. She doesn't rush. I look forward to my annual visits with my doctor.
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr Schoonmaker has a calm answer cating bedside manner. She gives good suggestions, listens to my concerns, and is patient. I feel well taken care of by her and appreciated the time she took to explain everything.
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
Doctor Schoonmaker is always kind, thoughtful and always listens.
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Open conversation. Great listener and vibrant personality. Easy to communicate with
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
I fear for the day my Doctor retires or leaves as that is how much I like and trust her. I could say the same about the facility although I doubt the facility itself is going anywhere.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
she knows me and is always concerned that i am seen and heard when i need her. she's respectful and understanding.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
Very thorough
- Reviewed on 11/29/2025
Dr Schoonmaker is the absolute best. She's wonderful to deal with and very knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 11/29/2025
I've been going to this care provider for years & am extremely happy with her & the entire staff.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
I have no complaints....only compliments and satisfaction.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
She knows my history and reviewed past visit with expressing some changes and test she felt might be helpful. Did take time with me.
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
I was happy with my visit with my provider. She listened to my concerns, explained my test results and discussed my follow up care and future visit. Did thorough exam. Spent enough time with me. I have no complaints.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
I love Dr.Schoonmaker. She takes her time to listen. She gave me good advice and care.
- Reviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr Schoonmaker listens and is respectful.
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
Very helpful with health suggestions
- Reviewed on 11/15/2025
I wish I could see Dr Schoonmaker every 12 month.
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
She is excellent!
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr Schoonmaker is the best. She has given me excellent care for many years. She is thorough and always helpful. I feel safe in her care.
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
My experience with this provider was perfectly satisfactory as it has been for the decades she has been my PCP.
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
Dr Schoonmaker is my PCP and is always attentive and caring.
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
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- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
In 60 plus years she is the best
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
I was seen in a timely & efficient manner. There is no clear diagnosis yet but the correct steps were taken
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
She has always been helpful
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is awesome! She is kind, knowledgable, and courteous.
- Reviewed on 10/28/2025
Very pleasant Dr helps with whatever I need
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
She is delightful and caring!! I love seeing her!!
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Very happy with Dr. Schoonmaker as my PCP
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
I cannot say enough about Dr Schoonmaker. She is very knowledgable. Compassionate and explains everything. Wonderful person. ?
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
I have been seeing her for several years. She is my kind of doctor.
- Reviewed on 10/21/2025
Outstanding provider. I wish everyone could have a PCP as skilled as Dr. Schoonmaker. She is patient, knowledgeable, kind, and thorough.
- Reviewed on 10/19/2025
Jessica Schoonmaker is without a doubt the best primary care provider. Having been a registered nurse for 50 years I have interacted with many practitioners and no one measures up to Jessica
- Reviewed on 10/17/2025
It was excellent as always.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
I would definitely recommend Dr Schoonmaker. She really listens and is very knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
I feel extremely fortunate that Jessica Schoonmaker is my primary care physician and has been for years. She is bright, kind and caring, knowledgeable and sensible.
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
Best. Doc. Ever.
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
It is very refreshing to have a Dr that addresses all your concerns without making me feel rushed
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
No complaints
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
A very, very good experience with Dr. Schoonmaker. Extremely positive experience.
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
I have been with PMA for 25 + years. Have seen many positive changes.
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is a most wonderful doctor. Always informative, caring & professional.
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
I love my PCP. SHE-is always thorough and knows my entire history. SHE spends as much time as needed always. Couldn't be happier
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr.Schoonmaker has always taken the time to listen carefully and respond with knowledge and respect. Her calm demeanor is very much appreciated. I have full confidence and trust in her.
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
I love Dr. Schoonmaker! She is forthright, has a great sense of humor and an excellent understanding of my physical condition, (especially since I only see her once a year!) She also has a great way of grounding me when I go off on tangents!
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
I greatly value working with Dr. Schoonmaker. She is knowledgeable., an excellent communicator and very caring provider. I trust her abilities to support my health goals and appreciate her concern as I manage my health issues. I feel very fortunate to be working with her.
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr Schoonmaker provides positive feedback on my good habits that have contributed to improvements in my blood work. She also checks that I am keeping up with my visits to other health professionals. Overall, in my opinion, she does a great job!
- Reviewed on 10/4/2025
She is very interested in your well being. And goes over everything in detail. Answers all my questions and I am happy with having her as my primary doctor. I am glad you are not calling anymore. It was very difficult at times to try to give our full attention.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Excellent!
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
I am very comfortable with Dr S knowledge and bed side manner. I am very fortunate to have a female physician, too. I appreciate her helping me!
- Reviewed on 9/30/2025
I've always been pleased with Dr Schoonmaker
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
This was my initial visit with Dr. Jessica. She was warm, professional, and extremely knowledge. She listened and addressed my questions and concerns. I was very pleased to have found a competent and thorough PCP.
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
I feel fortunate to have Dr Schoonmaker as my primary care physician.
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
I was very comfortable talking with. Could not be happier
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
I'm always comfortable talking with Dr Schoonmaker.
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
I am grateful beyond words that Dr. Schoonmaker is my primary care physician. She is caring and supportive and thorough. Beyond that she is a good listener and a compassionate human being.
- Reviewed on 9/21/2025
Dr Schoonmaker has been taking care of me for many, many years. She's very knowledgeable, has a great bedside manner and very patiently listens as I express my concerns to her. She's the best!
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
She is the best doctor you have in the building.
- Reviewed on 9/20/2025
Dr Jessica Schoonmaker is very nice and thorough..
- Reviewed on 9/20/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is a knowledgeable, compassionate,caring doctor! I feel so fortunate to have her as my primary care doctor.
- Reviewed on 9/19/2025
This doctor is smart, attentive, listens and comments to any and all questions and concerns. She reduces my stress in life immensely, and makes my visits to my doctor great.
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
Dr Schoonmaker is fantastic. She listens to my concerns and addressed all my questions. She works in a collaborative fashion which I like
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
I LOVE Dr. Schoonmaker!!! My daughter and best friend see her too. She listens and follows through. She is a great example to how doctors should treat their patients.
- Reviewed on 9/12/2025
The care provider was beautiful and very accurate. The survey has been very torturous and my cousin, who is the patient, would not have been able to follow all the prompts. Too confusing. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
She is the best
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
I think the appointment went very well and I received the answers to any questions I had.
- Reviewed on 9/5/2025
She always listens to me and never rushes me.
- Reviewed on 9/5/2025
I have always had a good experience with Dr. Schoonmaker. I have been going to Pentucket Medical for a very long time an am very happy going there.
- Reviewed on 9/3/2025
The cna or pc was wonderful
- Reviewed on 9/1/2025
Yes, Dr. Jessica, she is.
- Reviewed on 8/31/2025
Very attentive listen to what you say
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
They are the best always there for me I trust Dr Schoonmaker always she takes the best care of me would not go to another Dr.
- Reviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker always listens to what I have to say.
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
Very thorough and prompt feedback.
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
Dr Schoonmaker always listens to me and gives me positive feedback. She understands my issues and is not judgmental. I have seen her for many years and she always is interested in my needs. She explains things I don't understand and sorts out any confusion I have with meds or labs. She does tell it like it is and I appreciate that. I always look forward to future visits.
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is a wonderful doctor. She answered all of my questions. She had lots of good advice and different thoughts on how to deal with some of the different things I was dealing with. I would highly recommend her as a doctor and a person.
- Reviewed on 8/18/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is a Wonderful, kind, knowledgeable, Smart Doctor! She explains everything well and very patient! Always follows up quickly with Questions from the Portal! Wish she was taking on new patients because my kids Need a Doctor!
- Reviewed on 8/8/2025
I have had quite a bit of success with Dr. Schoonmaker and I will continue to treat with her because I respect her very much as a physician as well as a person. Thank you very much.
- Reviewed on 8/7/2025
Very good experience!
- Reviewed on 8/6/2025
I have been with this provider for quite some time. She is intelligent, articulate, caring, and she listens very well. We work together as a unit, not her and the doctor, me and the dumb patient. So she is amazing. You need more like her.
- Reviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr Schoonmaker is a wonderful PC physician. She listens and puts the pieces together and talks about what's next. She inspires trust. And she certainly knows what she is doing. On top of all that, she is kind and very personable. I am glad I see her!
- Reviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is an extraordinary practitioner. She is a great listener and she is engaged in my health. what more could one ask for!
- Reviewed on 7/24/2025
I wish we had more time to spend together.
- Reviewed on 7/23/2025
Always takes care of my needs and follows up with me.
- Reviewed on 7/21/2025
Been seeing her over 20 yrs. I don't take any prescriptions which is why I answered no to the question re someone discussing them with me.
- Reviewed on 7/21/2025
I like my doctor very much.
- Reviewed on 7/19/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is excellent. Very thorough and she answers all my questions. I am grateful for her ordering more blood tests and picking up that I might have a serious illness. She referred me to an hematologist and I do have Multiple Myeloma. I highly recommend Dr. Schoonmaker.
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 7/14/2025
nice job Thank you all
- Reviewed on 7/13/2025
Dr Schoonmaker is the best PCP I've ever had. I feel so fortunate to be in her practice.
- Reviewed on 7/13/2025
I Have Seen Dr.Schoonmaker for several Years now. She Aways listens to what I have to say. I ask Questions and She explains everything to me. She takes care of My Prescriptions. I also can Call her any time if I Need anything. She is very Courteous and Kind..easy to talk to. Thank You. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 7/4/2025
I'm blessed to have Dr. Schoonmaker as my doctor. She's awesome. She listens, she's caring, and she's just the best.
- Reviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is calm and gentle. She definitely listens carefully and makes suggestions about my health. She has been my doctor for many years.
- Reviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is top-notch. I am a new patient of hers but I've know her for some time and feel very fortunate to now have her as my PCP. I know that she'll be very attentive to any of my needs health-wise.
- Reviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker has always been wonderful. I would not want to go to any other doctor. She treats me with care and respect and listens to me and is never judgmental and gives incredible advice.
- Reviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is a very caring, thorough provider. She is always thorough and helpful and listens and totally satisfied with her. She's a great doctor. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 6/28/2025
Jessica is Excellent at all levels - couldn't be happier - at [redacted] I've seen a few Doctors she ranks among the BEST??
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
Dr. Jessica Schoonmaker is an excellent primary doctor. She knows my history, listens to my concerns, takes me serious and is respectful. She is the best doctor I've been privileged to know.
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
As usual, it was fine.
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
I've been a patient of Jessica Schoonmaker since we moved to NBPT in 2010. She truly is the best !!!!
- Reviewed on 6/23/2025
Dr Schoonmaker is professional, kind, and takes time to discuss and explain things .
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
ACCURATE TIMELY UNDERSTANDING AND CORDUAL
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
Been with her 20+yrs she's excellent
- Reviewed on 6/20/2025
Dr. Jessica Schoonmaker is kind, caring, compassionate, and takes her time. She's an excellent doctor, and I wouldn't go anywhere else.
- Reviewed on 6/19/2025
She is wonderful I have seen her for several years now and would refer others to her but I know she is very booked up!! I can see why.
- Reviewed on 6/17/2025
I have been going to Dr. Schoonmaker for many years and I consider myself to be very lucky to have a doctor that I love. With the problems in health care today, Dr. Schoonmker is the utmost professional. She listens, asks relevant questions, and explains test results in a way that is meaningful. I never feel rushed in her office. I honestly feel very fortunate that she is my Doctor.
- Reviewed on 6/19/2025
Always satisfied with Dr Schoonmaker. He always takes the time to listen and checks any concerns I may have.
- Reviewed on 6/14/2025
I had a lot of lab work done as part of a regular check-up. I could not find an explanation of the results on line, and a more thorough conversation with the primary care doctor reviewing the results would have been helpful.
- Reviewed on 6/13/2025
I appreciated the thoroughness that Dr. Schoonmaker took to go over the potential tests she was going to run and how we could get to the bottom of the problem. And I thought she was phenomenal and was covering all bases in terms of trying to determine what was causing my problem.
- Reviewed on 6/11/2025
Always feel comfortable when with Doctor scoonmaker. She uses common sense and makes time to carefully explain everything.
- Reviewed on 6/8/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker has been my primary care physician for years and I'm totally satisfied with her.
- Reviewed on 6/8/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is caring and listens about my concerns.
- Reviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is always attentive to my concerns and explains the situation so I can understand it.
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
I was a new patient to her and she listened carefully to my concerns and address them appropriately. She was very kind and very competent, I liked her very much.
- Reviewed on 5/27/2025
She is through and compassionate
- Reviewed on 5/26/2025
Dr Jessica was one of the best listeners and kind to me. My PCP was not in office; she had a cancellation for the day after I called so this was my first visit with her. She also found incorrect information in my chart! I'd like her for my PCP.
- Reviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr.Schoonmaker is the BEST. Caring and through with my physical and other visits.
- Reviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is great. She pays attention to what I'm saying, she explains test results clearly. She knows that I'm very comfortable with the patient portal, and whenever I send an inquiry, I get a prompt response.
- Reviewed on 5/19/2025
Dr. S. Always listens carefully, asks pertinent questions, and responds both thoroughly and understandably
- Reviewed on 5/14/2025
Always treated as the only patient. Plenty of time and conversation.
- Reviewed on 5/13/2025
Always very helpful and answers any questions
- Reviewed on 5/12/2025
It was very pleasant with Dr. Schoonmaker. I've had her for years and I've never had a problem with her. She's very intelligent and knows what she's doing. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr Schoonmaker gave me some great suggestions on exercising & watching my daily calories
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
She's the best!
- Reviewed on 5/8/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker listened carefully to what I had to say and was very helpful both physically and mentally.
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker was absolutely wonderful with me and my appointment. She spent an enormous amount of time with me helping me with my questions, my concerns and with what she was trying to figure out with my situation. I was blessed to have her there for me that day.
- Reviewed on 5/5/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is always great. I know she has my best interest.
- Reviewed on 5/3/2025
Have always had excellent communication with Dr. schoonmaker. And appreciate everything she has done for me.
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is the best I have had in over 100 years
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is a great example for Mass Gen. Brigham. She listens and understands the patients. I've had Dr. Schoonmaker for several years along with [redacted] PA, they're the best medical team I have. I wouldn't want it any other way. Very satisfied :)
- Reviewed on 4/24/2025
I've seen Dr. Schoonmaker for many years and she's excellent. She remembers everything about my care. She's very respectful. She takes enough time. She helps me out. I think she is absolutely wonderful. My only concern is that every year the time I get to see her gets shifted further into the future. So not a year but more than a year. So that's just a scheduling thing. But overall she's an excellent doctor and I'm happy to have her. I'm thankful that I have her.
- Reviewed on 4/23/2025
Dr Schoonmaker has been my care provider for many years. She has continuously listened to and documented my concerns. Her follow up is excellent. She's always answered any questions I had. When I had specific concerns or complaints she set up tests and appointments which allowed my concerns to be addressed. Both her and the full care team are extremely responsive via the patient portal which is an excellent tool.
- Reviewed on 4/17/2025
I'm very satisfied with Jessica Schoonmaker, my doctor. She's very thorough, I'm very happy and she's the best. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Nothing, I am very satisfied and 1000% happy with my provider
- Reviewed on 4/10/2025
Prepared, engaged a good experience I am fortunate to have her as my Doctor
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
Dr. Schoonmaker is kind and personable. She treats me with respect and is not judgemental. She is thorough and takes her time.
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
She takes her time and listens to what I have to say. She never rushes me, wven when they are running behind schedule.
- Reviewed on 4/5/2025
Dr Schoonmaker is wonderful! easy to talk to and a great listener