Dean Eliott, MD
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4.797403 average rating from 231 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
Director, Emeritus, of the Mass Eye and Ear Retina Service, Dr. Dean Eliott enjoys a national reputation as a gifted vitreoretinal surgeon and is sought by colleagues for difficult surgical cases. He is especially interested in treating retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, non-diabetic retinal vascular disease, trauma, and complex surgical problems.
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After receiving his medical training from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Dr. Eliott completed his ophthalmology residency at Wilmer Eye Institute/Johns Hopkins Hospital. This was followed by a vitreoretinal fellowship at Duke University where he was also Chief Resident and a faculty member. Dr. Eliott then spent twelve years on the faculty at Kresge Eye Institute in Detroit where he was Director of the Retina Service and Retina Fellowship Director. Before coming to Mass Eye and Ear, Dr. Eliott was Professor of Ophthalmology, Director of Clinical Affairs, and Director of Vitreoretinal Fellowship at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine's Doheny Eye Institute in Los Angeles.
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Dr. Eliott co-directs the Diabetic Eye Disease Center of Excellence at Harvard Medical School-a multidisciplinary collaboration among clinicians and scientists who are pooling their knowledge and resources with the goal of advancing breakthroughs in treatment for patients with diabetic eye disease. Additionally, he plays an important role training ophthalmology residents and fellows in the clinic and in the operating room as Director of the Retina Fellowship and Co-Director of Mass Eye and Ear's Vitrectomy Course. He also is a sought after regional, national, and international speaker.
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In addition, Dr. Eliott has established a focused translational research program, where he is investigating ways to improve the diagnoses and outcomes for proliferative vitreoretinopathy; age-related macular degeneration; diabetic macular edema; and complex vitreoretinal surgical conditions, such as retinal detachment. As a clinical innovator and clinician scientist, Dr. Eliott is particularly interested in implantable and sustained-release steroid devices, vision-restoring electrical devices, and stem cell therapy. He continually receives research funding from the government and industry, and he has received several honors, including an American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award, the Crystal Apple Teaching Award from the Young Physicians group of the American Society of Retina Specialists, and the Vitreous Society Honor Award.
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Clinical Interests
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Diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, surgery for retina-vitreous disorders and ocular trauma
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, Vitreoretinal Surgery, 1993
- Residency: Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins, Ophthalmology, 1992
- Internship: Cornell University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1989
- Medical Education: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 1988
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.797403 average rating from 231 reviews
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All doctors should be like dr eliott. Cannot say enough good things about him. Down to earth, personable and with a sense of humor. Not to mention skilled, thorough and compassionate. And I am not easily impressed. Hes a 10 out of 10!!!
2026-07-06
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Dr. Eliott and his team are exceptional. I'm very happy with them. [redacted]
2026-07-08
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Dr. Eliott and his staff were incredibly welcoming, expert, and kind in the care they provided.
2026-06-25
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Well, after almost 10 years experience with Dr Eliott, I have to give him at least a "13" on a scale of 1-10! In addition to his expertise and professionalism, he is KIND (and "one of a kind" hard to find today).
2026-06-22
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Very knowledgeable, explained things clearly, nice person.
2026-06-20
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Dr Elliot was Great!! Very informative,Direct,Proffesional.The whole office visit with the Dr's and nurses was great!'Nice teamwork. Thx [redacted]
2026-06-08
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Got lost in the que had to prompt devretary. Doctor and resident are of the finist quality.
2026-06-07
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Dr. Eliott is truly exceptional, and so is his Fellow, Dr. [redacted]. I am very lucky to be on the patient list for Dr. Eliott's practice. [redacted]
2026-06-07
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Very knowledgeable doctor, too busy of an office and too far of a travel for myself, but I thought he was very thorough. But the office for my first experience was confusing and I almost missed my appointment because I was sitting in the wrong area.
2026-05-28
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nicely helped. Dr Eliott is very nice to us and helped to take decisions Thanks for his quick appointment for us
2026-05-26
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Dr. Dean Eliott is professional, friendly, and thorough. He is an excellent doctor with excellent knowledge and bedside manner. I am extremely grateful for his expertise and would highly recommend Dr. Eliott to anyone in need of a doctor in his field.
2026-05-24
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I appreciate Dr. Eliot seeing me in a timely manner!
2026-05-23
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The Prompt way they Handle my case/care making time for me even though it was not scheduled. Am very Grateful to Dr. Eliott and his team.
2026-05-21
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Dr Dean Elliott was attentive and provided me with answers to all my questions.
2026-05-14
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Dr Dean Eliott was very respectful and courteous and a wonderful doctor
2026-05-12
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The Dr is knowledgeable and willing to answer questions. I do not like the fact that so much time is spent with back to patient and typing into screen. I would prefer direct engagement and automatic discussion around what is being looked at on the screen.
2026-05-11
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Have been treated at MEEI for over 10 years by Dr. Eliott. He saved my vision initially and continues to see me today.
2026-05-11
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Very user friendly! Very personable and professional and easy to talk with. After seeing 2 other professionals he was able to explain wha others did not. Very impressed with this MD and am grateful I was able to get an appointment with him. We are fortunate to have such talent and expertise at MEE.
2026-05-10
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Excellent care with an outstanding Doctor and the prospect of having some surgery on my second eye. Total confidence that the results will be very good. [redacted]
2026-05-10
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I feel lucky to have an appointment with Dr Eliott who is an outstanding specialist. I was greatly impressed not only by his amazing diagnostic skills but also by his kind support.
2026-05-04
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Overall, my experience with Dr. Elliott and his staff was very positive. [redacted]
2026-05-07
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I trust him completely. He's terrific
2026-05-03
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Dr. Eliott was excellent, listened carefully and answered my questions, pointing out specifics on the photographs that were taken that day, and comparing them with previous films. [redacted]
2026-04-29
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Thank you to Dr Eliott and the whole team at mass eye and ear. I am grateful to have access to this level of medical expertise. The whole team was professional and nice. Thank you again.
2026-04-28
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It was ok - quick and to the point.
2026-04-29
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Dr. Eliott performed the surgery on my left eye (Retinal Detachment) and saved my sight. Dr. Eliott is a gifted surgeon and I am forever grateful to both him and his exceptional staff for the ongoing support I have received since 2021
2026-04-28
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I feel very lucky to be able to have this provider overseeing my care He is an excellent physician that excels with people and listens
2026-04-26
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Dr. Eliott is an extraordinary physician/ surgeon in EVERY aspect of the medical care and concern he has provided me the past two years.
2026-04-21
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Mass eye and ear has the best providers I have dealt with. All around great. It's why their the best!
2026-04-20
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Excellent care
2026-04-15
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Dr Eliott is the best
2026-04-13
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Doctors were tremendous
2026-04-13
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Excellent due expertise. [redacted].
2026-04-15
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Dr Eliott saved my eyesight 7 years ago. He is the absolute best!
2026-04-13
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I have been seeing Dr Elliot for several years. He is knowledgeable and probably the most dedicated doctor I have encountered. I feel reassured that he is taking such good care of me. He is top notch.
2026-04-13
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The experience was a most positive one. I would highly recommend Dr. Eliott to anyone. I always feel confident in the doctors analysis of my condition after each visit.
2026-04-12
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Dr Dean Eliot is the Best !!
2026-04-11
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The demand for care is very strong which sometimes creates long wait times.
2026-04-08
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Great. My sight is good given the care received.
2026-03-25
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Accurate and to the point!
2026-03-24
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This was my best visit to your hospital. The whole staff made me very comfortable
2026-03-23
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He hsd s lot of expertise, is a poor communicator [redacted]
2026-03-18
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Excellent care and concern
2026-02-23
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Very happy with expertise and care team. They took exceptional care of me.
2026-02-23
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Dr. Eliott is a quick study of available tests from other hospitals. Think he is very competent. He could be more patient focused to acknowledge their presence when you meet with him and personally give a summary when office visit is over.
2026-02-28
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My first experience with Dr Eliott 15 years ago [redacted] I knew I had the right guy. [redacted]
2026-02-26
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Dr. Eliott knows my history and is always on top of his game.
2026-02-23
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Best experience I've had.
2026-02-19
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Very good.
2026-02-26
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He was great [redacted]
2026-02-13
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I always feel confident that the exam will provide vital information that will be used for my good.
2026-02-10
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When I arrived, there was no record of my appointment, despite listed on the portal and been sent reminders. The computer system was down at the time. Despite these problems, I was accommodated with an appointment and was able to see Dr. Dean Eliott.
2026-02-08
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I had heard that Dr Eliott might not have the best bed side manner. I found to be false. I really liked the way he explained everything to me. He knew I was science oriented and treated me like I could understand. I really liked him. 2 thumbs up!!
2026-02-04
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The overall appointment was very long, but very thorough
2026-02-04
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I would like to have had at least another two or three minutes to talk with this provider about some extra questions I've had. I would have liked just a little bit more time. I realized he was very busy, but I would have liked to have had just a few more minutes with him.
2026-01-12
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Always feel like I am getting the best medical care available.
2026-01-11
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Good afternoon. My name is [redacted]. I had a doctor, Dean Elliott, who is my primary retinal surgeon, and I owe my eyesight to him. So I brag about Mass Eye and Ear all the time. [redacted] So I'm thrilled with the care, the courtesy. I'm indebted to Mass. [redacted] So thank you and thank you for having me.
2025-12-24
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Dr. Elliott is excellent, top of his field. [redacted]
2025-12-17
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I've been seeing Dr. Elliott for several years now and he's performed several surgeries and he's a fabulous doctor. Someone who's incredibly honest and very caring at the same time. So, yeah, he is the best doctor that I've probably ever seen. Thank you.
2025-12-17
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Great care!
2025-12-15
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He is very knowledgeable. kind and respectful.
2025-12-15
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Dr. Eliott was caring and understanding and he helped me to understand things even if he had to repeat them. Excellent doctor. Thank you.
2025-12-15
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I am happy with M.G.H. eye and ear Everyone is very professional. I will recommended to anyone.
2025-12-05
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Everyone was knowledgeable, courteous, professional, thorough and personable.
2025-12-01
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Dr. Eliott and his staff are the best!
2025-12-02
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Dr Elliot is such a professional excellent doctor who know exactly everything about retina problems. He is kind gentle and honest with his information on a patient's situation. He is the tops
2025-11-24
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I think this provider was the best person I worked with. Very attentive and knows exactly what he's doing, very professional.
2025-11-26
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I go every 3 months and this last visit I was in and out within 2.5 hours. Normal visits are 3.5 to 4 hours. I was over the moon to move thru the visit so quickly.
2025-11-04
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Dr. Eliott is excellent in his field, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him
2025-11-02
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Dr. Eliott is a renowned ophthalmologist and I'm grateful to be his patient.
2025-10-27
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Dr. Eliott and his staff are always thorough, listen and take the time to allow me to ask clarifying questions. Explanations are clear and helpful for making decisions.
2025-10-27
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Dr. Eliott is great and I'm lucky to have him as a doctor.
2025-10-27
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Your service far exceeds our experience from Stanford in Palo Alto, CA!!! You guys rock!!!
2025-10-27
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Dr Eliott is amazing and I am so happy to be his patient.
2025-10-27
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Dr Eliott is the best. He is patient, kind, and knowledgable. I travel 2 hours to see him. It's worth it.
2025-10-26
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Years ago I had a bad retina detachment it is important to me that I followup with the best doctors. Despite the long wait this visit it gives me peace of mind to see Dr Eliott or Someone of his caliber. The wait was well worth it and I understand that things come up
2025-10-26
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The provider was courteous and concerned about me and problem.
2025-10-15
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Great overall experience and resolved my health issue promptly and professionally!
2025-10-14
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I was an add - on patient and still seen in a timely manner and just as complete as a usual appt.
2025-10-13
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Dr. Eliott is an extraordinary surgeon and a kind and caring person!!
2025-10-13
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He is the BEST!!!!
2025-10-14
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Above and beyond in all aspects [redacted] .... Keep up the great work
2025-10-13
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Wonderful with both the Doctor and his Fellow.
2025-10-13
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I just think you need to speed up the process. Clearly, way too many patients are scheduled to fit into the time that's allotted for the clinic. I go to the retina clinic. I think Dr. Eliott is great, but I'm not sure who's doing the scheduling. But it's kind of ridiculous that an appointment takes more than four hours. Thank you.
2025-10-09
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Dr Dean Eliot is the best eye doctor
2025-10-08
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I completely trust Dr. Eliott and that's the reason I come back every year!
2025-10-08
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Dr. Dean Eliott has been wonderful! I've been attending his clinic for over 2 years, and he is always supportive, honest and adjusts my eye injections as needed. His team is wonderful. [redacted] Thank you.
2025-10-11
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Dr. Dean Eliott led a team that saved my eyesight and has given me peace of mind since then. Thank you. I'm grateful every single day.
2025-10-08
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Dr. ELLIOTT IS THE BEST EYE SURGEON IN NEW ENGLAND. WHAT IS DISAPPOINTING? THE MAN IS BEING TREATED LIKE A MACHIN, YES A MACHINE. NOT LIKE A HUMAN BEING. I WAS THERE FOR 4 AND A HALF HOURS. RECEVED APPROXIMATLY 5 MINUTES OF DR. ELLIOTTS TIME, BECAUSE, OF THE AMOUNT OF PEOPLE THAT ARE SCHEDULED!!! THIS IS CRUEL TO DR. ELLIOTT AND CRUEL FOR ALL THE PEOPLE WAITING IN THE RECEPTION AREA. THERE WERE PEOPLE STANDING FOR HOURS!!! WHAT IS THIS HOSPITAL DOING? NO BREAK FOR Dr. Elliott or his stafff. Poor, poor over scheduling. Very frustrating visit... .CEO come to the 12 floor and take a look SPEND THE ENTIRE DAY. NO LUNCH.NO BATHROOM BREAK. JUST SIT, SIT ,SIT AND OBSERVE GET OUT OF YOUR OFFICE....
2025-10-06
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I am so happy that I have Dr Eliott as my retina specialist.
2025-10-05
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Superb!
2025-09-22
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The staff is hurried to much
2025-09-22
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This is [redacted], and I'm a patient of Dr. Dean Elliott, and I really enjoy my visits with Dr. Elliott and all of his fellows and technicians. They are very friendly, all of them, and very knowledgeable, and they seem to enjoy working with one another. So I am very happy with my experiences so far with Dr. Dean Elliott. Thank you.
2025-09-22
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He is wonderful
2025-09-10
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The best doctor in this area. Grateful for being the patient here.
2025-09-10
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The doctor, the Fellow, and their assistants were kind and professional. It was an A+ experience.
2025-09-07
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Dr. Eliott is absolutely the best!
2025-09-05
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The doctor is very good at what he does, and I'm happy with him.
2025-09-04
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Very Good
2025-09-04
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