Kristen H Gunning, MD

Patient Feedback

4.936364 average rating from 220 reviews

• Dr. Gunning is excellent, prepared, great listener.

  2026-07-05

• I have seen Dr. Gunning for the last 8 to 10 years and find her very thorough and understanding.

  2026-07-04

• I was very pleased that I was able to see Dr. Gunning since my regular PCP was not available. She listened to my concerns and was able to recommend treatment for me.

  2026-07-04

• She was personable & listened carefully to me.Explained my next steps to take.

  2026-07-03

• Dr. Gunning is the best primary care doctor I have ever had. I never feel rushed, she always listens and discusses her thoughts on my health issues. I am always amazed at how much time she gives to a patient for their yearly physical. Anyone who has her as their doctor, like myself, is very lucky. Kudos to her!

  2026-07-07

• She's very caring and seems to be on top of everything I need

  2026-07-02

• My care provider is excellent

  2026-07-02

• Excellence all around.

  2026-07-01

• Dr. Gunning is awesome. She is extremely knowledgeable has great suggestions and always spend time explaining matters

  2026-06-27

• MGH is on the top of their game

  2026-06-27

• Extremely pleased with my primary care specialist, very knowledgable about thing's that I had questions about.

  2026-06-25

• Dr. Gunning's comportment was thorough and quite pleasant.

  2026-06-21

• The provider definitely addressed my concerns.

  2026-06-21

• Excellent experience

  2026-06-17

• Dr. Gunning has been my Primary Care doctor for over 18 years. I consider her a friend, and am very appreciative of her wonderful care. She is the best!

  2026-06-14

• Dr Gunning is wonderful. She knows my history, she listens and refers me when appropriate

  2026-06-08

• I couldn't be happier with the care that I have received from Dr. Gunning.

  2026-06-07

• Very knowledgeable, professional, has clear, precise explanations and is a good listener.

  2026-06-04

• Great doctor.

  2026-06-03

• Wonderful experience with Dr Gunning

  2026-05-30

• Made sure to thoroughly understand my history.

  2026-05-27

• Dr Gunning is very easy to talk to & I feel she respects my opinion.

  2026-05-23

• Exceptional professionalism and care!

  2026-05-23

• She ways listens to me and offers suggestions. She is easy to talk to and has a good sense of humor.

  2026-05-21

• She is very thorough and knows me well!

  2026-05-16

• She is knowledgeable about my health and caring in her interaction.

  2026-05-16

• Dr. Gunning was lovely to meet with. She listened to me and my concerns. She was very personable. As a physician, I have had appointments where I did not feel that my training was taken into account. This was NOT the case with Dr. Gunning. I felt very respected and heard

  2026-05-04

• Dr.Gunning is the best.

  2026-05-03

• Dr Gunning is always extremely helpful and reasonable.

  2026-04-27

• Doctor Gunning was extraordinary, listening, providing her professional knowledge and giving me all the time and attention I needed.

  2026-04-21

• Also thorough and adresses my concerns

  2026-04-20

• Dr Gunning is an excellent physician. She spends all the time you need and never rushes you out. Excellent clinical skills.

  2026-04-19

• I really like my doctor and while I've lived in the suburbs for years now still haven't changed to a more conveniently located one. I feel comfortable with her and the time with her feels meaningful, she takes the time to listen and ask thoughtful questions. I appreciate the dialogue and respect her a lot.

  2026-04-18

• Dr. Gunning is amazing!

  2026-04-15

• Very thoughtful, great listener, very smart.

  2026-04-13

• Dr. Gunning had been my primary care doctor for more than 5 years. She is an excellent primary care doctor. She is extremely smart and always gives me great advice.

  2026-04-12

• She is absolutely wonderful.

  2026-04-12

• everything was fine

  2026-04-14

• I could not be happier with Dr gunning and the way that she takes care of my health concerns. I have complete confidence and faith in her choices. She has always listened carefully to what I said and had intelligent discussions with me.

  2026-04-11

• Very caring & thorough.

  2026-04-06

• Dr. Gunning is one of the best doctors I've ever had. She listens, she is professional, but she has such a good bedside manner. I'm very, very fortunate to have her.

  2026-04-08

• Dr. Gunning along with her nurses (telephone and in person) have always been very patient, caring, knowledgeable and respectful. Prompt responses to inquiries. I trust them 100% and will always recommend their medical services.

  2026-03-30

• Kristen is a caring, intelligent , wonderful physician. I have been seeing her for years and cannot say enough good things about her.

  2026-03-19

• The provider was very attentive and listened to my concerns and the reason I was there. She took the time to explain things and to send me for the testing I needed. I would definitely recommend this provider.

  2026-03-19

• Dr. Gunning is very smart and very kind. She has helped me adjust my medications, some of which have been prescribed by other physicians, and has offered a variety of new concepts that have helped me. I think she is the best doctor that I've ever met. Thank you very much.

  2026-03-19

• This was my first time seeing this provider and she was fabulous!

  2026-03-15

• Friendly, knowledgeable, concerned, a pleasure to have her as my doctor.

  2026-03-14

• Every aspect of Bulfinch Medical is excellent!

  2026-03-12

• Dr. Gunning is an excellent care provider. I feel completely comfortable with her and can discuss any and all aspects of my health care with her. She listens and we always have thoughtful and productive discussions. It gives me peace of mind to know she is here to support me.

  2026-03-09

• She is the best. She listens to what you have to say and talks to you about things. She doesn't just say yes, no, this, that, or the other thing. She talks with you, she listens with you, and you make a decision together about things.

  2026-03-09

• Dr Gunning is an exceptional Primary Care Physician. I am fortunate to have her.

  2026-03-07

• Yes, I'd like to give my impression of what I think of Dr. Gunning. I think Dr. Gunning is a very, very intelligent woman. She's very kind and she listens to what you have to say. And I like her a lot. I give her 100%.

  2026-03-05

• I was thrilled that Dr. Gunning took the time to see me and she's extremely knowledgeable in everything. I really appreciated her expertise.

  2026-03-05

• Experienced Knowledgeable Thorough Efficient

  2026-02-27

• Dr. Gunning is very knowledgable, thorough and has a wonderful bedside manner. I am so fortunate to have her as my doctor!

  2026-02-13

• I am very pleased with Dr. Gunning. She is an excellent doctor and takes very good care of me. Whenever I need something, she always handles it right away. She is a very good doctor. Thank you.

  2026-02-12

• Dr Gunning is very professional, approachable and prepared for each visit. She listens and gives great feedback and suggestions/solutions. I've been with MGH pcp's and have always had a good experience. Dr Gunning is the best PCP I've had to date.

  2026-02-25

• Knowledgeable and thorough

  2026-02-04

• As usual Bulfinch medical is outstanding. Everybody takes pride, enthusiasm and caring at the top level. The patient is the Top priority in every aspect.

  2026-02-04

• I have been very fortunate to be a patient of Dr. Kristen Gunning's for many years and have consistently received excellent care and guidance from her and her staff.

  2026-02-05

• Dr Gunning was very helpful and listened to all my concerns. She asked me many questions in order to help my issues. Although we had never met, I was very comfortable in her care.

  2026-02-05

• Excellent

  2026-01-29

• Dr. Gunning is fantastic!

  2026-01-26

• Excellent experience. Timely, knowledgeable and effective.

  2026-01-21

• I'm very satisfied

  2026-01-18

• She took the time to listen and help to get me referred to the right specialists.

  2026-01-18

• DR.GUNNING always takes the time to listen to you.

  2026-01-17

• Extremely professional. Answered every question in detail. Explained everything. Made me very comfortable.

  2026-01-12

• I've been going to Dr. Kristen Gunning for probably 15 years and she is the best doctor I've ever been to. She, all of the attributes, you see I rated them all fours and tens. Just incredible. It's what you want a doctor to be. Someone has the knowledge and listens and just knows your condition when you come in, knows your background. Everything, it's just the best. And I'm just so happy I have her as a doctor and I'm just feel lucky about it.

  2026-01-22

• Very wonderful caring doctor

  2026-01-11

• Dr Gunning is a skilled, passionate and professional care provider. She's attentive, knowledgeable and absolutely considerate of my health care. She explains everything medical in terms that I easily understand. She makes me feel like a valued client.

  2026-01-11

• Dr Gunning is excellent

  2026-01-10

• A wonderful experience was provided

  2026-01-07

• Dr. Gunning is always, she is my provider for many, many years and we have no problems with her. She's a wonderful person, very understanding and she gives us the right advice of what we can do and how to try to rehab. We have no complaints whatsoever. Thank you. Bye-bye.

  2026-01-08

• I am always pleased by the efficiency of the staff and of Dr Gunning. Dr Gunning is a dedicated and thorough clinician.

  2026-01-04

• I feel like I am cared about here

  2026-01-04

• first rate

  2025-12-31

• Dr Gunning has been my provider for years. I trust her explicitly!

  2025-12-29

• Yes, Dr. Kristen is the best. She's been caring for me for about 20 years and I respect and appreciate everything she does for me.

  2025-12-22

• I have the very best provider. Very professional, knowledgeable, respectful, supportive, patient kind, and a caring and caring person.

  2025-12-16

• Dr. Gunning is the GOAT. I have a complex medical history and several ongoing conditions, but am otherwise healthy. She keeps on top of everything, and she's a wonderful person and doctor.

  2025-12-14

• Dr. Gunning has been my PCP for many years. I am grateful to have her as my physician, and consider her a great friend.

  2025-12-14

• Dr Gunning has always reviewed my history before my appointment. Her questions and thoughts are helpful.

  2025-12-11

• Dr Gunning and MGH do a great job

  2025-12-01

• Dr. Gunning is an absolute gem! I always feel welcomed and at ease, and am given wonderful care. Thank you for being such a wonderful doctor!"

  2025-11-30

• Dr. Gunning always provides an extremely thorough and comprehensive exam. I feel in very good hands with her in terms of just how thorough, you know, we discuss pretty much everything about my health and over the last year and even appointments that I'll need in the next year and beyond.

  2025-11-28

• Great place

  2025-12-02

• She was very thorough and patient. She explained and answered all my questions.

  2025-11-20

• Dr. Gunning is by far the best doctor I have ever had. She is so patient. She follows up. She takes time with me. She's the best. I've been through a lot. I feel like she's my guardian angel. I'm so lucky that I got her when my old doctor left about 10, 15 years ago. I can't even remember when, but she's the best. Unbelievable. [redacted]

  2025-11-20

• Wonderful care and concern . Recommend her highly . Could not ask for a better Physician !

  2025-11-15

• My provider was great. She knows me well after many years of seeing her and she is a calming voice for me as I tend to get nervous for my appointments.

  2025-11-01

• Everyone was terrific! Warm and prompt receptionist. Friendly and helpful Medical assistant Terrific physician who was respectful, careful, efficient and helpful.

  2025-11-01

• [redacted] Dr. Gunning is knowledgeable and caring doctor who I am fortunate enough to have been my doctor for many years. [redacted]

  2025-10-27

• Dr Gunning is a superb doctor who listens well, cares about us as individuals and always has good ideas on how to cope with any of our issues

  2025-10-25

• Dr Gunning is a competent and caring physician. She truly cares about my health and well being. She's an excellent primary care provider.

  2025-10-21

• Dr. Gunning is highly professional and caring. She's thorough. She knows my entire history. She doesn't rush me out the door. She listens to all my concerns and cares and questions. And I would recommend her highly to anyone.

  2025-10-22

• Great experience. On time. Detailed. They listened. Great feedback. .

  2025-10-19

• I have great regard for Dr Gunning. I never wait, she is always organized and covers all my questions. I have been seeing her for many years. She is one of the top Doctors that is very knowledgeable and very thoroughly addresses all my concerns. I have no complaints and look forward to meeting with her in 6 months.

  2025-10-19

• Dr. Kristen Gunning was excellent as always! She us both professional and personable.

  2025-10-12

• Dr Gunning had been my primary care provider for 17 years. I'm very happy with her professionalism and her ability to communicate. She has a way of bringing the technicalities of medicine to a level that is easily understood.

  2025-10-08

• It was very comprehensive.

  2025-10-04

• A good doctor. Very knowledgeable

  2025-10-04

• Dr. Gunning is a terrific communicator. She is smart, empathic, and follows up on tests and vaccines.

  2025-10-01

• Dr. Gunning knows me extremely well, and she has always been timely, thoughtful, respectful, and very smart about my healthcare, period. I've worked in healthcare for a long time, so I know a good provider when I see one, period. She is top of the list, period. I also feel very confident with her and her clinical acumen. And her ability to find pathways to treat me appropriately and as the best possible way that I can address my problems period. I highly respect her and I recommend her to anybody period who would be lucky enough to have her period.

  2025-10-01

• I have been a patient of Dr. Gunning's for 15+ years and the care has always been consistently a "10". Any concerns that I might have are addressed thoughtfully, she is a great listener, exams are thorough, and I feel Dr. Gunning and her team are readily available when I need them.

  2025-09-29

• Dr.Gunning was thorough on her exam and immediately sent me to X-ray which identified the problems I had been dealing with and prescribed exercises therapy

  2025-09-28

• She is a good doctor and I highly recommend her.

  2025-09-28

• Very happy experience

  2025-09-22

• Dr Gunning is caring and listens to my concerns and helpful

  2025-09-18

• Dr Gunning is absolutely excellent and a most enjoyable person to see.

  2025-09-19

• I could not ask for a better PCP then Kristen Gunning!

  2025-09-05

• I feel blessed to have such a dedicated and intelligent physician to guide me to my future Health needs [redacted]

  2025-09-06

• top excellent professional care! TLC

  2025-09-04

• She's the best ...lucky to have her

  2025-08-31

• when it comes to medical care, period. I feel very comfortable every time I'm seeing her. She's extremely thorough, handles all of my needs, and I couldn't think of going to any other provider.

  2025-08-29

• Very positive, and I felt that the doctor really cared about my well-being.

  2025-08-25