
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- Chinese - Mandarin
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Meijuan Zhao
Meijuan Zhao, MD is an assistant professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School. She received her medical degree from Shanghai Medical University School of Medicine in Shanghai, China and she completed a neurology residency in Beijing. She did a surgical internship at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Boston. She completed her Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at SUNY Upstate in Syracuse, NY and a fellowship in spinal cord injury at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Zhao has been providing PM & R outpatient consultations at MGH. In addition, she performs EMG/NCS studies at the neurology EMG lab at MGH. She is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine.
Her special interests include diagnosis and non-operative management of upper extremity disorders, electrodiagnostic studies, general musculoskeletal medicine and sports medicine.
Locations
- Spaulding Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic
- 300 1st Avenue, Charlestown, MA 02129
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-952-6220
- fax: 617-952-5940
- Massachusetts General Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic
- 101 Merrimac Street, Suite 1000, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-643-2420
- fax: 617-726-7875
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: VA Boston Healthcare System, Spinal Cord Injury, 2005
- Residency: SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital, PM & R, 2004
- Internship: Boston Medical Center (BMC), Surgery, 2001
- Residency: Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Neurology, 1993
- Medical Education: Fudan University, 1989
Board Certifications
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2006
Insurance
- 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
- 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
147 ratings, 68 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 2/2/2026
Dr. Zhao is an extremely competent professional who had great knowledge of my background and my imaging. She was responsive and helpful with my questions and she offered me great resources and treatment plans. She is awesome!
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
I was pleased with my Virtual visit with Dr. Zhao. She was very knowledgeable, and the follow up to schedule a MRI was the morning after the Xray. Subsequent to the MRI, I will be seeing Dr. Zhao in the office.
- Reviewed on 1/26/2026
Excellent service. U guys are the best!
- Reviewed on 1/20/2026
I requested the Dr speak loud and slow because I have a hearing issue. She accommodated this request.
- Reviewed on 1/12/2026
Friendly and helpful.
- Reviewed on 12/25/2025
Dr. Zhao is an excellent doctor!
- Reviewed on 12/1/2025
I trust Dr. Zhao. She's very knowledgeable and she cares about her patients.
- Reviewed on 11/29/2025
I felt that Dr. Zhao was proficient in assessing the changes in my condition and relevant history including a good review of the images of the fixation of my leg/ankle fractures. She additionally had a open mind about how to proceed with a distinct approach to be patient-focused in the medical decision making process. She understood that I was not able to make it through the process of getting the diagnostics done without being assisted with the progress in my recovery and improving my mobility safely. She demonstrated that she was very aware of the fact that I was suffering from pains in the right leg due to spasms in the muscles that I was without any help from. She validated the seriousness of my condition and my experience in a way that was both ethical and professional.
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
Dr. Zhao is very professional and listens carefully to you. She explains her diagnosis and the care plan. I am very glad to have her helping me with my health care.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
The Dr was caring and explained everything well.
- Reviewed on 11/20/2025
She was very empathic
- Reviewed on 11/16/2025
Very good and understanding.
- Reviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr. Zhao always always considerate and kind
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
During my appointment with Dr. Zhao, she was attentive and listened and made sure that she understood what I was saying, especially in reference to the imaging and other test results I had brought with me for her to look at. And I felt that she took what I said and really carefully considered it. And I really appreciated that as I came to see her about a persistent health issue that others have not been able to help me with or shed light on.
- Reviewed on 11/7/2025
She is always attentive and listens. Knows my records and is always helpful.
- Reviewed on 11/3/2025
Excellent in all aspects.
- Reviewed on 11/3/2025
This was my first visit with her. I felt confident she is a solid well qualified doctor who will try to help me with non surgical options. Liked her.
- Reviewed on 11/1/2025
wonderful bedside manner, excellent at explaining assessment and welcomed questions.
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
I think she's very competent.
- Reviewed on 10/17/2025
I was very impressed with her. She was efficient and matter of fact, listens to me and clearly knew what she was doing. And I had great confidence in her recommendation.
- Reviewed on 10/5/2025
Dr. M. Zhao is wonderful . She is always a good listener and her diagnosis is always spot on. The ultimate professional!
- Reviewed on 10/5/2025
Dr. Zhao is exceptionally well trained and knowledgeable about PM&R but neurology as well. This allowed her to organize and summarize my HPI and elements of my work up and treatments over the past ~ 10 weeks expertly and comprehensively. Most important to me, was her review of the results from the EMG and NCT, which had not happened. She could give me an idea of what to expect going forward. She reviewed, with me the results of the imaging studies I had. Her care, while narrowly focused, felt more comprehensive care. It's hard to describe, but it was like I had a quarterback for my original Chief Complaint. Dr Zhao is an OUTSTANDING PHYSICIAN with a deep and broad background in Neurology and PMR, very reassuring. She is caring, empathetic, knowledgeable and warm. Someone in whom I could have faith and trust. Not sure residents and fellows are getting such comprehensive training or mentoring. My good fortune to have been scheduled with Dr. Zhao.
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
Very caring, friendly, and knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Very helpful
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
She was very helpful and her physical exam of my pain was very thorough. The only thing is I have received my x-ray results and haven't heard back from her as far as I can tell. I should check patient gateway, but that's the only issue that I have.
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
Very happy with Dr Zhao and her technique for relieving pain
- Reviewed on 9/26/2025
courteous, very thorough, very professional.
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
She's excellent.
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
Major difference for me based on her care
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
Everyone in the office is exceptional. I shoed up on the wrong day and the receptionist was so sweet to me! I couldn't have asked for a better experience
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr Zhao was on time, courteous, thorough, and listened carefully to my needs and information. She is an excellent doctor
- Reviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Zhao is top notch!
- Reviewed on 8/17/2025
Dr. Zhao was very helpful and informative, referring me for MRI, X-ray and Physical Therapy.
- Reviewed on 8/14/2025
The doctor was very friendly and explained everything that I needed answered.
- Reviewed on 8/11/2025
Appointment went well. I will be going back to PT, which hasn't worked on a long term basis but I will try it again.
- Reviewed on 8/10/2025
This was my first visit, and from the gentleman at the lobby desk to [redacted], [redacted] and [redacted] And Dr. Zhao, everyone was kind, compassionate and professional. Thank you!
- Reviewed on 8/7/2025
Yes, the experience was very good, as was the service. Thank you so much for treating me very well.
- Reviewed on 8/5/2025
While some aspects of this exams and treatment were painful, the end result was wonderful.
- Reviewed on 7/28/2025
Very sensitive and professional attitude of the doctor and all office staff towards the patient.
- Reviewed on 7/23/2025
I have had pain in my hips for two years - With the treatment by Dr. Zhao, I am pain free! She was thorough and thoughtful in her approach.
- Reviewed on 7/12/2025
I am very happy to have found Dr Zhao. She knew exactly where my issues with pain were located and she has been very successful treating them. I am very satisfied with my care
- Reviewed on 7/2/2025
Initially too long a lead time for an appointment but I was lucky to get a cancellation appointment.
- Reviewed on 6/28/2025
I 'm basically very fortunate to have this provider!
- Reviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr. Zhao is very knowledgeable, caring and passion. Highly recommend this doctors to others.
- Reviewed on 6/15/2025
she listened carefully
- Reviewed on 6/15/2025
Dr Zhao is careful, thorough and thoughtful in making a diagnosis and recommending treatment. She relates well to patients---on my recommendation she saw my son and persuaded him to have his long overdue hip replacements.
- Reviewed on 6/11/2025
Everything was good but I never got an email following up about the X-rays.
- Reviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr. Zhao was courteous, professional, and thorough in her explanations and examination.
- Reviewed on 6/4/2025
Always a good experience
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
She quickly moved the process of my getting xrays and seeing the appropriate doctor.
- Reviewed on 5/29/2025
Extremely professional and understanding.
- Reviewed on 5/26/2025
Felt they were prepared to help.
- Reviewed on 5/25/2025
Dr. Zhao definetly knows what she is doing, I had this problem for quite sometime , and it has improved I would recommend her to anyone. .
- Reviewed on 5/25/2025
Dr. Zhao is terrific. She's one of the best providers I have. She always sees me on a timely basis and she's very good at explaining things and she comes across as very knowledgeable and competent, not to mention likable.
- Reviewed on 5/24/2025
Dr. Zhao is an excellent doctor!
- Reviewed on 5/28/2025
I left without really knowing my plan.
- Reviewed on 5/18/2025
Dr. Zhao was gracious and knowledgeable. Despite my late arrival (traffic and parking were unexpectedly difficult), she kindly found time for me. Our discussion of my knee problem ended with a plan that I can work on--which was my hoped-for outcome.
- Reviewed on 5/18/2025
I felt like my provider listened and was thorough with my examination, I felt confident that I'll get the care that I need.
- Reviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr. Zhao is excellent!!
- Reviewed on 5/11/2025
Dr. Zhao has always been always there for me when I needed to speak to her concerning any problem I might have had and she's always been very quick and helpful getting me in for MRIs or scans or anything and figuring out exactly what was going on with me. So I really appreciated that.
- Reviewed on 5/8/2025
After an accident, contacting this physician, she was able to see me quickly and that was very much appreciated.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
This was a virtual appt. As always, Dr. Zhao was up to date on my current health issues, medications and results. She was not only professional and offered offered her solid advice as to what to do next, but also empathetic and aware of my life style. I have seen her for 10+ years and trust her totally with my rehab needs and care.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
I thought Dr. Zhao was very thorough and explained my symptoms and her diagnosis very clearly. I found her reassuring and I was extremely comfortable with her treatment plan. She will see me in a follow-up appointment which I also found reassuring.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Dr Zhao is an exceptional Dr! I've seen her for years & every interaction with her has been through, and clinically expert. She is also very empathetic, kind and a great listener. I am grateful for her wonderful medical care.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Dr. Zhao is knowledgeable, helpful, listens well and suggests a good recovery plan. I recommend her highly!
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
Knowledgeable, caring, empathetic
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
Dr. Zao is excellent and has alleviated my soft tissue pain for years. Her skill has dramatically improved the quality of my life as an athletic person.
- Reviewed on 4/1/2025
Dr. Shapiro was wonderful and helped me to get a better understanding of the injuries that I have suffered and where I am on my road to recovery. I genuinely appreciated her attention and am so grateful that there are doctors like her at MGH.