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Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleLocations
- Mass Eye and Ear Ophthalmology Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- 800 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
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- phone: 617-936-6156
- fax: 617-936-6186
- Mass Eye and Ear Ophthalmology Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- 243 Charles Street, Floor 10, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-573-5550
- fax: 617-573-5525
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Longwood Eye Care
- 800 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-936-6156
- fax: 617-936-6186
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
- 243 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02114
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- phone: 617-523-7900
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, 2020
- Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Ophthalmology, 2017
- Internship: Pennsylvania Hospital, Medicine, 2014
- Medical Education: Raymond & Ruth Perelman School of Med. at the University of Pennsylvania, 2013
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2019
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Community Health Options
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid RI
- Medicare
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- Tufts Public Health Plan
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
291 ratings, 130 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 4/4/2026
Yes, she was very, very good, very knowledgeable, always asking great questions and very concerned. So I appreciate that very much.
- Reviewed on 3/31/2026
Thoughtful, receptive, kind, and smart
- Reviewed on 3/30/2026
She was great in all areas
- Reviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr. Wolkow is an exceptional provider. She is professional, respectful, knowledgeable, listens and answers all questions.
- Reviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr Wolkow is fabulous! Smart, talented and professional! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 3/27/2026
Dr. Wolkow is the very best - a gifted surgeon, with a superior intellect, and a kind person. Eye surgery is very scary, with Dr. Wolkow it's a gift to be cared for by such an exceptional doctor.
- Reviewed on 3/26/2026
It was helpful that Dr Wolkow explained everything she was doing , step by step. It kept me calm to know what was happening.
- Reviewed on 3/26/2026
great experience . friendly informative
- Reviewed on 3/24/2026
very positive experience; provider was knowledgeable and helpful
- Reviewed on 3/27/2026
Dr Wolkow is exteremly easy to talk to. She answers all of my questions prior to surgery. Dr Wolkow explained how the eyelid surgery was going to be performed from begining to end. After surgery was completed, eye care medication and written instructions were provided.
- Reviewed on 3/22/2026
Everyone i had a interaction with from nurse to personal giving me eye tests and the doctor Everyone was so nice and kind, took the time needed and was professional.
- Reviewed on 3/21/2026
See you again! Thank you for everything! ?
- Reviewed on 3/19/2026
Great experience!
- Reviewed on 3/18/2026
Was willing to send for biopsy slides to confirm diagnosis. She was very considerate and had helpful ideas.
- Reviewed on 3/17/2026
compassionate, good about explain things, really listened to me and my needs and concerns. I feel very fortunate to have seen her.
- Reviewed on 3/16/2026
Dr Wolkow was excellent...very thorough in her questioning me and explaining the procedure options, knowledgeable, and attentive to details.
- Reviewed on 3/12/2026
Dr. Wolkow was, it was the first time I saw her and she was attentive and she explained everything as she performed it. She listened to me and recommended blood work and an MRI to rule out anything that I wasn't even thinking of. So I appreciated that. It was an overall good experience.
- Reviewed on 3/11/2026
As a first time patient,the care and treatment was top notch.
- Reviewed on 3/9/2026
Very courteous and thoughtful...professional and thorough. You
- Reviewed on 3/1/2026
Very patient and kind. She thoroughly explained her role. Again this was a zoom call due to snowstorm.
- Reviewed on 2/26/2026
The doctor was very clear in presenting the options for treatment.
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
I thought my care under Dr. Wolkow and her team when I had surgery was just fantastic. Everybody was so caring. They brought me warm blankets and I appreciate the training and expertise she has to have been able to take care of what I thought was a rather difficult revision of surgery on my eyelid. She's fantastic. I really admire her.
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
My care provider spent three hours with me during this appointment. She was very thorough and very concerned and wanted to make sure that when we do a surgery it works and it would be no complications hopefully. She is definitely a wonderful provider and I would recommend her stronger to anyone.
- Reviewed on 2/23/2026
My care and treatment were excellent. If needed I will return for additional treatment knowing that my care will be the best.
- Reviewed on 2/22/2026
Dr. Wolkow is wonderful. She listens to presenting concerns and takes wonderful care of patients. Thank you!
- Reviewed on 2/22/2026
Great 'bedside manner' . Was very clear about every step of the procedure, made the experience easy. I felt completely comfortable with her.
- Reviewed on 2/18/2026
Ideal demeanor and compence
- Reviewed on 2/19/2026
She was good.
- Reviewed on 2/15/2026
YAY BRIGHAM & WOMENS clinics!
- Reviewed on 2/26/2026
Natalie Wolkow, MD, PhD, is a fabulous practitioner. I feel cared about, and I completely trust her competence.
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
Dr. Wolkow is thorough and efficient. I feel very comfortable with her.
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
I was very satisfied with Dr. Wolkow . [redacted]
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
Thank you for your expertise and care
- Reviewed on 1/26/2026
Smart, kind thoughtful physician.
- Reviewed on 1/25/2026
Excellent
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Thank you Dr. Wolkow
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
Courteous and to the point
- Reviewed on 1/20/2026
I was very impressed with Dr. Wolkow and her staff. It took a long time to get an appointment and it took awhile to finally see her on the day of the appointment but it was well worth the wait as she took the time needed to assess the problem and devise a solution. She was wonderful. I need surgery but know that I am in the best hands possible. Please thank Dr. Wolkow for my wife and I who are very impressed with her.
- Reviewed on 1/20/2026
Dr. Wolkow was very professional [redacted]
- Reviewed on 1/27/2026
Thank you for your excellent assistance.
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
Dr wolkow is very kind, smart and definitely made me feel comfortable with evaluation and potential treatment strategies. First time meeting her and I was very pleased with my care
- Reviewed on 1/17/2026
Partners in excellence awards for all
- Reviewed on 1/5/2026
Very attentive and informative
- Reviewed on 1/4/2026
Would highly recommend. She was knowledgeable, respectful and explained my issue thoroughly.
- Reviewed on 12/31/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 12/31/2025
I thought Dr Wolkow was fantastic. She listened to my story and answered my questions. I appreciated her perspectives and suggestions on how to treat my eye. I did not feel rushed durning my visit, and was grateful for the time she spent with me. I like how she referred me to Dr [redacted] and followed up with an eye drop regimen for me to follow prior to my appointment with Dr [redacted]. Thank you Dr Wolkow!
- Reviewed on 12/30/2025
I can't say enough positive words about MEE. I have been treating here since [redacted] 2021. EVERY Dr I have come in contact with has been outstanding.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Very knowledgeable and thorough. A good match for me and my situation.
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
She was great...explained everything as she was doing it. Loved her!
- Reviewed on 12/20/2025
Dr. Wolkow is responsive and professional. I feel great confidence in her judgement and her collaborative planning regatmy treatment.
- Reviewed on 12/15/2025
From scheduling , to check in, the techs, and Dr. Wolkow herself, the experience in this practice was excellent. Very prompt, well explained procedures, and great care.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Wolkow and her assistant were beyond informative and friendly.
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
I finally got answers as to what was wrong, I was relieved and looking forward to surgery! The Dr. was awesome!
- Reviewed on 11/29/2025
I came away feeling that I would get the best care in the world. I asked many questions and received concise explanations.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
I found Dr. Wolkow to be very kind and compassionate, explained herself very well, and I would definitely go back. And the tech who worked with her, Dionysus, was excellent.
- Reviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr. Wolkow has given me another chance in life. She is the best. Around 2.5 yrs ago Dr. Wolkow diagnosed this Blepharospasm immediately the 1st time we met. [redacted] I go to Dr. Wolkow every [redacted] and she makes it all OK. I would recommend her to anyone
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Dr. Wolkow is excellent as a doctor, communicator and person. She is a highly skilled surgeon. Her high skill level enabled her to stitch my lower eyelid in such a way that nobody can tell that a large amount of cancerous skin had been surgically removed. She is a total pro!
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
I am very impressed with this doctor and the staff. I mistakenly went to the wrong facility and yet the accommodated me and took me as soon as they could. They're wonderful and I would highly recommend them.
- Reviewed on 11/20/2025
My procedure was explained to me in clear details. I was told what to expect each step of the way and given clear instructions on my post op care. All my questions were answered and My procedure was made easy for me.
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
Dr. Wolkow was willing to answer any questions I posed, and I felt comfortable with the guidance she offered on my eye concerns.
- Reviewed on 11/16/2025
She was very clear and explained the situation to me.
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
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- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
Very professional and informative provider.
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
My experience was very good.
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Dr. Wolkow was wonderful. She was informative, and addressed all of my needs with compassion.
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
The provider was great, knowledgeable, professional. Everything is 100%. Thank you. Bye. I felt very good with her treatment and understanding of my case. Bye.
- Reviewed on 10/25/2025
She was wonderful and helped me make a decision about my eye removal. The only problem is I needed prescriptions for latanoprost and Modine Timo and I forgot to ask for them
- Reviewed on 10/17/2025
She was very thorough - explained what she was doing and why and also arranged the connection with another specialist to gather further information in order to ascertain the most appropriate treatment for my condition.
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
The Dr. was very thorough and respectful towards my questions and concerns. I'm grateful for her careful attention to my particular issues as she examined my eye health well. She also gave me some good answers and feedback to how to move forward with the issues.
- Reviewed on 10/13/2025
She is the best!
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
After my provider examined me, she wanted to have a colleague in a different area to see me. I was able to get into see the second doctor right away, and I was very grateful for that.
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
Service was Good
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
I have the best possible care with MEE and am very pleased with everything ! They even caught an issue missed by doctors at home ( not part of MEE)
- Reviewed on 9/29/2025
Very knowledgeable and intelligent when it came to every issue that I had with my eyes. They listened clearly and took proper notes. Everything was a great experience. I had no issues. I will definitely be going back to her and keeping her as my regular doctor moving forward with anything that has to do with my eyes. Very complicated and complex procedures. She knew everything about them and she was aware about my issues. and she had very good recommendations. I would give them a 10 overall experience being the best. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 9/26/2025
Very knowledgeable and personable.
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
Unprofessional and don't respect patient's time.
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
She did not understand my symptoms, made no reference to the meds I was taking, very little communication from her and no real opportunity was given to me to talk about my eye pain. She did not ask or listen to my symptoms. She spent time examining me quietly, with no questions for me. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 9/23/2025
my doctor took very good care of my eye problem. she was very kind and compassionate in her care
- Reviewed on 9/20/2025
All the doctors and nurses were warm and considerate.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
What a friendly, happy climate. Everyone was too notch. Professional, intelligent, caring.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Well informed and practical
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
She was very respectful to me as a patient but most importantly she talked to me and I was not a number to her
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
Dr, explained in detail about my suggested procedure.
- Reviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr. Wolkow is a wonderful physician, very talented, excellent at explaining procedures, wonderful at making referrals that are relevant. She listens to her patients. She is kind, she is smart, and she is highly skillful. So we're very grateful for her, [redacted]. So thank you very much, and take care.
- Reviewed on 9/2/2025
Excellent Care!
- Reviewed on 8/31/2025
MEE is the best..
- Reviewed on 8/31/2025
Thank you for all the help and wonderful care!
- Reviewed on 8/31/2025
Ref: both doctors I saw, they were very professional and knew whole heartedly their job as optholmists .....well educated in their fields .
- Reviewed on 8/31/2025
The doctor had a wonderful bedside manner and was very knowledgeable about the issue. Very pleasant to work with.
- Reviewed on 8/31/2025
Very professional and well run practice. I was informed at each step.
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
Dr. Wolkow was very knowledgeable, kind, patient, and understanding. She addressed all my concerns and answered all my questions. I was very glad and happy to have met with her.
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
Dr. Was an excellent experience. Seemed very efficient. I would highly recommend her
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
Dr Wolkow and Nurse [redacted] were very attentive and focused on me and my procedure. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 8/23/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 8/23/2025
Both the Resident and primary physician did a great job in discussion my treatment options
- Reviewed on 8/22/2025
Yes, I was treated very well and with excellent attention. Bye.
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
I was very pleased with the exam I had with this provider and her recommendation for follow up appointment for an MRI before further steps are taken to resolve the condition.
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Love this physician she is awesome and her amazing assistances
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
The staff, nurse, and doctors were all great!! My only complaint is that I arrived ahead of time for a 2:45pm appointment and did not see Dr Wolkow until after 5pm.
- Reviewed on 8/15/2025
[redacted] She was personable, knowledgeable about my condition and interested which was most appreciated. I appreciated how she incorporated several different tests the same day since we live a long way away.
- Reviewed on 8/15/2025
This is my first visit with this doctor and it went really well. She listened to everything I had to say. She was able to diagnose me. She performed a test that led her to accurately determine what we should do next. And I was incredibly pleased and it was a good experience.
- Reviewed on 8/14/2025
Nothing except she suggested that I see someone else and the first appt I could get is 3 months from now
- Reviewed on 8/14/2025
The doctor was extremely clear and concise , she answered all of my questions. She explained a surgical procedure in depth . I left the appointment with a clear understanding of my care plan .
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
She was very good. Shen I described about the flash of light I was seeing from my damaged eye she immediately reached out to Dr [redacted], a Retina specialist & he squeezed me into his schedule [redacted]
- Reviewed on 7/26/2025
Very knowledgeable and helpful
- Reviewed on 7/22/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 7/20/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 7/19/2025
Dr. Wolkow was thoughtful, pleasant, and thorough. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire visit, and I would be glad to come back to her as a patient again. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Exam and analysis of surgical procedure needed was made clear.
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
Everyone was polite and helpful
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
I was just totally impressed with her and her knowledge. My wife and I felt that Mass Eye and Ear was definitely the right place for me to be treated.
- Reviewed on 7/14/2025
She is a top doc!!
- Reviewed on 7/14/2025
Yes, this provider was very clear and concise. She explained things so I could understand them, and she has me do a follow-up, which I would appreciate very much, and I need that. So I'm overall very well pleased with this provider.
- Reviewed on 7/14/2025
We appreciated the opportunity to be seen at Mass Eye and Ear Ophthalmology Plastics Longwood on [redacted] with Natalie Wolkow. [redacted] the care we ultimately received from the doctor was truly exceptional - thorough, professional, and compassionate - [redacted] the quality of care more than met our expectations, and we are grateful for the doctor's expertise and attention. Thank you [redacted]
- Reviewed on 7/14/2025
Dr. Wolkow was very personable, professional and caring. I have many allergies and she took the time needed to make sure the medication she used did not cause an allergic reaction. In my experience over the past 6 years dealing with all these allergies, there are only a handful of doctors who did not get frustrated because I had so many allergies. Dr. Wolkow found solutions during the appointment that kept me safe from an allergic reaction and resolution to my issue. Thank you so very much!!!!
- Reviewed on 7/11/2025
Knowledgeable, nice, and explained everything very well
- Reviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. Wolkow was wonderful. She listens and makes sure all my questions are answered. She explains what's she's doing and how the results compare to my last appointments.
- Reviewed on 6/16/2025
Professional and experienced provider. Listen patient patiently and resolve the issues. In decision making, share with the patient. Very respectful to the patient. Excellent provider.
- Reviewed on 6/15/2025
I appreciate that my doctor gave me the impression that she is advocating for me. She assessed me thoroughly and explained everything very well.
- Reviewed on 6/15/2025
Dr. Wolkow is extremely thorough and I'm completely satisfied with my tear duct surgery and follow up. Additionally in my recent visit I mentioned I was having an issue with one of my eyes. She found an eyelash growing in the wrong direction causing my discomfort and removed it. Problem solved!
- Reviewed on 6/14/2025
Dr. Wolkcow has excellent bedside manner- listens to the patients and offers feedback and insight to the problems/diagnosis.
- Reviewed on 6/12/2025
The Doctor Natalie was extremely thorough and explained everything in great detail. She listened to my/our concerns and left the final decision to us. The doctors' office will be in touch with us in a few weeks and ask if we want to proceed. Thorough amount of time and explanations. Options and alternatives were explored, very professional. Thank You
- Reviewed on 5/27/2025
very professional
- Reviewed on 5/24/2025
I will appreciate it if the waiting time is shorter before seeing the doctor, after seeing the nurse.
- Reviewed on 5/24/2025
Very comfortable to communicate with, made me feel like I was important.
- Reviewed on 5/19/2025
Very knowledgeable and compassionate. Explained the procedure very well.
- Reviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Wolkow, was very pleasant to speak with, she sat next to me and listened to my questions and answered them. This meant a lot that she sat next to me and listened. You don't see that in medicine anymore. Her taking that moment to look at me and listen meant a lot. I really appreciated that and I felt that she cared about me and my concerns.
- Reviewed on 5/13/2025
She was excellent and very knowledgeable!
- Reviewed on 5/14/2025
The Dr was very personable and caring.
- Reviewed on 5/12/2025
Excellent service