Richard Franklin Lewis, MD

Richard Franklin Lewis, MD

Not currently accepting new patients

4.808889 average rating from 180 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Boston, MA

Dr. Richard Lewis is a board-certified neurologist who specializes in vestibular and balance disorders as well as otoneurology.

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Considered one of the world’s authorities in otoneurology, Dr. Lewis has been an invited speaker at national and international meetings and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in the field. He is the editor of Vestibular Function in Health and Disease, is the associate editor for the Journal for Research in Otolaryngology, is on the editorial board of Otology & Neurotology and The Journal of Neurophysiology, and is an ad hoc reviewer for several other specialty journals. He serves as the Director of the Vestibular section of the Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology Program at Mass Eye and Ear/Harvard Medical School.

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Dr. Lewis’ research focuses on vestibular physiology and pathophysiology, specifically the processing of vestibular information by the brain, vestibular prosthesis, vestibular migraine, and vestibular compensation. His clinical work focuses on patients with vestibular disorders and clinical vestibular testing.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital***, Otoneurology, 1994
  • Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital***, Neurology, 1990
  • Internship: Northwestern University Hospitals, Internal Medicine, 1987
  • Medical Education: Yale University School of Medicine, 1986

Board Certifications

  • Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Languages Spoken

  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.808889 average rating from 180 reviews

  • Loved dr Lewis He was caring and gave me plenty of time

    2026-07-06

  • My experience was very enjoyable. There were some scary points in it, but he reassured me and calmed me right down. And I highly recommend Dr. Lewis anytime. Thank you.

    2026-07-03

  • Great experience.

    2026-06-28

  • Outstanding doctor. The best!!

    2026-06-11

  • He took the time to review medical documents that I brought with me. He was very thorough in his questioning and with his evaluation. He made me feel that the issues I've been having with my migraines were valid and were something he's interested in resolving. He took his time and answered all of my questions.

    2026-06-08

  • Dr. Lewis is a brilliant compassionate doctor who can discuss other disciplines of medicine.He is professional,honorable knowledgeable doctor who I'm grateful for.Mass eye& ear are very fortunate to have this fine doctor.

    2026-06-03

  • Dr. Lewis is knowledgeable and was very articulate regarding my medical issues. He was willing to try alternative medications to help prevent symptoms.

    2026-06-03

  • He was amazing

    2026-06-11

  • Amazing doctor

    2026-06-04

  • He listened to what I had to say about my condition and he asked many questions. He did a preliminary test in the office. I felt as if he was really trying to get to the bottom of my unusual symptoms.

    2026-05-25

  • Excellent care Thank you

    2026-05-24

  • I've been to a variety of specialists over the course of my life. I've never really quite experienced the thoroughness of a physician like this visit. I really felt like he listened to all pertinent issues pertaining to my issue and helped explain my balance issue. While he did clear me to travel abroad, he wants to do a deeper dive with some further testing when I return.

    2026-05-20

  • This care provider who did testing was wonderful explaining what's going to happen, and answered all my questions thoroughly .

    2026-05-14

  • Extremely kind and attentive. He was sensitive to my experience and offered intelligent and compassionate advice

    2026-05-11

  • The person who did my test was exceptional

    2026-05-05

  • Overall very positive.

    2026-05-05

  • I thought Dr. Lewis was extremely professional and he was also ?

    2026-05-07

  • excellent

    2026-05-04

  • The guy who gave me the test was very nice, explained everything thoroughly, and listened to me. I felt safe enough to do the test even though the test itself was scary.

    2026-04-29

  • The person who ran the vestibular tests was beyond kind and reassuring and cheerful. He explained every test and was sympathetic to my suffering. I couldn't recommend him more highly.

    2026-04-30

  • The evaluation was very thorough, [redacted]

    2026-04-28

  • The assistants are so gentle and care to make sure that I understand the procedure and can able to follow the testings. They also answered my questions about my concerns and tests itself. No rush or pressure which I like the most

    2026-05-02

  • The person who administered the tests was amazing, I think his name was Paul but I may be wrong. He was the absolute best! Additionally, the woman working the reception/front desk was excessively helpful when I had issues with the app on my phone. A++ experience even though the tests weren't very fun.

    2026-04-23

  • He listened to everything I had to say. He took his time with me, and asked questions. He ordered some tests, and I believe he's going to solve my problem with Vertigo.

    2026-04-15

  • Dr Lewis is excellent, caring and explains everything. I appreciated the time he took to help me figure things out.

    2026-04-13

  • Excellent knowledg of subject

    2026-04-09

  • Dr. Lewis is very knowledgeable, professional, and helpful.

    2026-04-08

  • The person john was so pleasant and explained everything thoroughly

    2026-03-26

  • Excellent MD knowledgeable and compassionate

    2026-03-25

  • I am very grateful to have Dr. Lewis as one of my doctors. He understands all of my diagnoses and symptoms which is a huge relief! He's extremely knowledgeable about medications and treatments that may help me in the future. I feel like I would be lost in a medical loophole if not for his expertise.

    2026-03-25

  • As always Dr. Lewis was great.

    2026-03-19

  • Dr. Lewis, as always, was professional, knowledgeable, and listened carefully and gave good responses. Thank you.

    2026-03-19

  • The providers were friendly and knowledgeable.

    2026-03-18

  • It was good

    2026-03-17

  • He is one of a kind and you are beyond lucky to still have him after 30 plus years.

    2026-03-16

  • I was very impressed. He knew my whole history and was very thorough.

    2026-03-15

  • Dr. Lewis was excellent. I never felt rushed and was able to explain everything in detail. He ordered tests for me that probably should have been recommended, many, many months ago, but he was the only one to do so. I have been dealing with vestibular neuritis / dizziness, since [redacted]. This is the first time in a long time where I feel there might be a possible solution.

    2026-03-15

  • He is very professional, knowledgeable, and respectful. He is a good listener and does not rush you. I am very happy with him.

    2026-03-13

  • She was very efficient and ready to answer any questions I had.

    2026-03-10

  • Dr Lewis is clearly one of the experts in this field. [redacted]

    2026-02-18

  • Everything is good only neg I would say is that getting paperwork signed needs improvement .

    2026-02-18

  • Very professional, very helpful. Easy to talk to.

    2026-02-14

  • Dr. Lewis cares about about his patients.

    2026-02-26

  • Very thorough and helpful.

    2026-02-05

  • Dr. Lewis is very knowledgeable, kind and caring.

    2026-02-04

  • Provider was professional, attentive, thorough, and took time to review, discuss, and assess. They answered my questions and were thoughtful in responses. The visit did not feel rushed.

    2026-02-02

  • Rich was incredibly helpful. He was extremely knowledgeable about the nature of his work, took time to explain every step of the process, which allowed me to be calm at each stage. I couldn't have been more satisfied with the entire procedure.

    2026-01-28

  • Overall greatly satisfied.

    2026-01-25

  • Very skillful and friendly.

    2026-01-21

  • I felt encouraged for the first time

    2026-01-19

  • Yes, I had a very excellent experience with this provider, so I would definitely recommend using that lab.

    2026-01-16

  • Dr Lewis was extremely personal and sensitive to my concerns. My appointment with Dr Lewis had to be one of the most satisfactory physicians appointments that I have experienced in my [redacted] year old experience with a medical provider, and I consider myself a much experienced and critical patient . I found it astonishing that such an accomplished physician could be as personal , compassionate and thoughtful as he was with me . Dr Lewis is truly the best of the best and I consider myself very fortunate to have him as my physician for a very concerning medical problem .

    2025-12-23

  • The appointment was at a timely period and immediately entered into the testing area, which was done in a professional manner. That's it.

    2025-12-24

  • She was very nice, very understanding of my concerns, explained the process before we started.

    2025-12-22

  • Very professional and knowledgeable

    2025-12-07

  • He was courteous. In-depth, knowledgeable, curious. Hungary for more information. Has an order for PT, where no dr in the last three years hasn't gone. I like the guy

    2025-12-01

  • Excellent doctor. The best. Very smart.

    2025-11-27

  • Excellent!

    2025-11-24

  • Dr. Lewis is a gem! He's a Fantastic doctor who truly cares!

    2025-11-19

  • Excellent listener, caring, companionate, helpful

    2025-11-13

  • Excellent !

    2025-11-12

  • Dr. Lewis was a great listener. He thoroughly investigated my issue, and identified the problem, showing me clearly how to best deal with the illness. A great doctor!

    2025-11-10

  • Very conscientious technician.

    2025-11-06

  • Dr. Lewis is an excellent doctor. Thoughtful, caring and dedicated to finding the cause of my problems.

    2025-11-04

  • Dr. Richard Lewis is great. A true professional.

    2025-10-24

  • He had exceptional knowledge and in-depth understanding of what I said and the combination of discipline that really was helpful.

    2025-10-09

  • I waited a long time for this appointment. I am very happy I finally got to see him.

    2025-10-08

  • He is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. He has it all - expertise, excellent communicator, and warm human being.

    2025-09-24

  • The provider was very thorough, showed a high level of commitment to understanding my condition and to finding a way to help.

    2025-09-22

  • Dr. Lewis is wonderful. He's a great listener as well as a great problem solver. I always look forward to my visits with him because I know I will come away with a deeper understanding of my issues and a plan for treatment.

    2025-09-19

  • We had an easy back and forth where by provider, after giving me information, listened intently to my concerns and responded thoughtfully and insightfully with follow-up instructions for near future answers.

    2025-09-10

  • Dr. Lewis was very agreeable to talk with. He took a careful history, listened to my concerns, did a careful exam, and came up with much clearer, more useful recommendations for understanding the symptoms of dizziness I came for than have any prior providers. He inspired confidence in his knowledge and attention. I look forward to working with him in the future.

    2025-09-08

  • Excellent!!

    2025-08-20

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