John Weyl Winkelman, MD, PhD

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4.939884 average rating from 173 reviews

• Dr Winkelman is outstanding; I would recommend him to anyone.

  2026-08-09

• Both timely and efficient. Discussions were understandable and informative.

  2026-08-08

• Dr. Winkleman is pleasant and listens to me when I have questions. He explains, in laymen's terms until I comprehend

  2026-07-31

• Excellent knowledge of his field.

  2026-07-26

• If you could give this provider a higher score than 10, I would. He has been the best doctor. He is my favorite doctor and I have several. He goes out of his way to help me. He is fabulous and every doctor should have to go to a class with him because he truly is a fabulous doctor.

  2026-07-17

• Dr. Winkelman has saved me from the life-disrupting effects of restless legs syndrome. He is my hero!

  2026-07-12

• Dr. Winkelman is a wonderful physician. I have had a very traumatic 12 months and it was very beneficial to talk with Dr. Winkelman about it. He was very interested and caring about the major life changes I have and am still experiencing. A follow up virtual appointment was scheduled but he encouraged me to contact him sooner if my situation worsens.

  2026-07-12

• Great

  2026-07-07

• He's responsive, detailed, just reat!

  2026-07-05

• One of the best doctors I have ever had.

  2026-07-04

• I can't say enough good things about dr Winkleman. He consistently treats me with kindness, respect, and genuine compassion. He takes the time to listen to my concerns, explains everything clearly, and makes me feel like an active partner in my care rather than just another patient. I always leave my appointments feeling heard, valued, and confident in the care I've received.

  2026-07-01

• Dr. Winkelman is an important part of my care plan. His care and expertise has helped me manage an almost unmanageable condition. I'm grateful for him every day.

  2026-07-01

• Dr. Winkelman is knowledgeable, collegial, caring, and compassionate. He listens well, explains things thoroughly, and gives patients a sense of control over their treatment. I hope he never retires.

  2026-06-23

• Dr Winkelman is an excellent provider. He is up to date on the issues affecting my condition, he listens carefully, he remembers your history w/o time consuming rehashing and he always comes up with a plan for the next 6 months. Also he makes sure that I know he is available via the portal. One of the best!

  2026-06-18

• Good

  2026-06-17

• Dr. Winkelman is kind, caring and knowledgeable. He is one of the finest doctors I have ever seen.

  2026-06-10

• Expert, to the point and thorough

  2026-06-10

• THIS PROVIDER IS ABSOLUTELY THE BEST OF MY ENTIRE LIFETIME AND I AM [redacted] YEARS OLD. HE IS THE MOST CARING DOCTOR THAT I COULD EVER IMAGINE BEING FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO HAVE AS MY DOCTOR. I BELIEVE THAT HE GENUINELY CARES ABOUT THE INDIVIDUALS IN HIS CARE. HE IS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON.

  2026-05-26

• Dr Winkelman is very knowledgeable and caring. I am fortunate to be his patient.

  2026-05-17

• Dr. Winkelman has been remarkable in treating my RSL over the past few years and really listening to my description of symptoms and recommending courses of treatment that have continued to improved my quality of life.

  2026-05-13

• Dr. Winkelman is the absolute best, he gave me my life back.

  2026-05-13

• Very grateful to have this provider

  2026-05-09

• Great experience

  2026-05-08

• Dr. Winkelman is an outstanding care provider. He has great concern for my issues and is actively going about finding remedies to give me a better quality of life. I like that he does have a sense of humor under all of the seriousness that he must have.

  2026-05-07

• Dr. Winkelman was very generous with the time he spent with me.

  2026-05-03

• Top notch in his field. Caring, Concise, etc.VERY, VERY KNOWEDGEABLE IN HIS AREA.

  2026-05-02

• He is very knowledgeable and empathetic.

  2026-05-02

• Very patient, caring, and knowledgeable.

  2026-04-23

• He is caring and an expert in his field. For the first time in my life I am getting treatment that works.

  2026-04-19

• I have been seeing this provider for 28 years and I consider that I am getting the best care for my Sleep Apnea, Restless Legs Syndrome and Peripheral Neuropathy possible and I am most thankful for that.

  2026-04-19

• I don't really have any further comments. Dr. Winkelman helped me so much with my restless legs issue. I waited a long time to get an appointment to see him but I'm so glad that I did.

  2026-04-18

• As usual, Dr. Winkelman was thorough and spent sufficient time to address my needs.

  2026-04-16

• Dr. Winkelman is a very caring doctor, I am very lucky to have found him.

  2026-04-13

• Dr. Winkelman is a terrific doctor. He knows all of my medical history and gives me suggestions which are very helpful.

  2026-04-11

• Very thorough medical Analysis

  2026-04-09

• Dr Winkelman is an outstanding physician and I'm grateful for his care.

  2026-04-03

• Dr. Winkelman is one of the best doctors I have ever had. I feel privileged to be his patient. In my experience, I have never received more effective treatment from a doctor than from Dr. Winkelman. He listens to what I say. I feel heard by Dr. Winkelman.

  2026-04-01

• I have been a patient of Dr. Winkelman's for many years...started at Brigham & Women's! He's one of my best Dr.'s:)

  2026-03-29

• Dr. Winkelman is an expert Restless Leg Syndrome physician, and has helped me enormously over the past several years treating me for this malady. I've been fortunate to experience some success.

  2026-03-26

• Very helpful and creative

  2026-03-20

• Dr. Winkelman asks me appropriate questions concerning my sleep health and he always listens carefully to what I have to say. He also responds to any questions I may have.

  2026-03-20

• Dr Winkelman has always been so compassionate and supportive. He always provides me with the most updated treatments and supports.

  2026-03-14

• Dr Winkelman is a superb physician. He is the only physician of the 17 physicians consulted about my ailment who provided relief from my anguish and he established a medical management plan that works for me.

  2026-03-14

• Dr. Winkelman has always been an excellent provider; he listens and is always responsive to my questions and concerns.

  2026-03-14

• Dr. Winkelman is an outstanding doctor. He is very knowledgeable and thorough. He has meticulous notes from previous appointments and has been a pioneer in what was previously a mostly unknown condition. I was sent to him by Springfield Neurology ( many years ago) because they couldn't figure out my problem which is Restless Legs. Mass General is very lucky to have his expertise in their sleep dept.

  2026-03-12

• He is the only sleep md I have seen who actually takes a position and voices opinions on options. Others I have seen too often let you control the narrative, which isn't always helpful as a lay person who relies on Dr. Google.

  2026-03-02

• Outstanding expertise, excellent communication and attitude

  2026-02-18

• Dr. Winkelman is a brilliant clinician and a kind, patient person. I am very privileged to be able to see him.

  2026-02-17

• Outstanding provider. Caring and trustworthy.

  2026-02-07

• Always see Dr. Winkelman virtually which is much easier than driving into Mass General. The office always responds to medication requests in a timely fashion

  2026-02-07

• I was lucky to be forwarded from Dr. Winkelman's predecessor to Dr. Winkelman. And in our first virtual meeting, he was spot on and ordered certain tests and had me definitely on the right road. And I'm very, very thankful that I was hooked up with the doctor. And I actually felt like I hit the number working with him. Thank you.

  2026-01-30

• Dr.Winkelman is very knowledgeable and thoughtful.

  2026-01-19

• Best!!!

  2026-01-18

• Dr. Winkelman is a fantastic physician. I feel that he is what every doctor should be and you're very lucky to have him on your staff. I would do everything I could to keep him. He is fantastic and I see a lot of doctors and he is truly the best.

  2025-12-15

• He was great. He listened and responded and it was great. Thanks.

  2025-12-15

• Dr. Winkelman literally saved me from the horror of Augmentation from meds I was prescribed ( by another provider) to treat RLS. I consider him a savior to many who suffer with RLS.

  2025-12-12

• I've been with Dr Winkelman for many years. He comtinuus to be a step ahead of my needs. He is truly a respected leader in the treatment and study of RLS!

  2025-12-12

• He is very precise. And I think that once he gets to know his patients, he really wants to help them. Not all doctors are that way. In his field, he could easily have patients that are not truthful with their issues.

  2025-12-11

• I'm very happy with Dr Winkelman as a provider and his office staff.

  2025-12-12

• Excellent and caring. He listens thoughtfully and explains patiently the best solution to go forward with a plan.

  2025-12-06

• If I could give a million plus signs after my 10 rating I would. There is nobody better than Dr Winkelman. He is a blessing to me and the only person who could help me with something I've battled for over 30 yrs.

  2025-12-06

• Dr. Winkelman is the best!

  2025-11-29

• Dr. W in a kind and caring medical doctor and an expert in sleep issues especially RLS.

  2025-11-29

• Great

  2025-11-26

• He has helped me tremendously. My issues are getting out of control and he was able to completely resolve them.

  2025-11-23

• Most experienced, knowledgable, caring, thorough

  2025-11-23

• Dr. Winkelman has been a great doctor for [redacted]. He has treated his restless leg like no other doctor has. He's got great results with the medicine that he's taking, which is [redacted]. And Dr. Winkelman really takes everything into account with [redacted]'s health and other conditions as well. And he is always there to answer any questions very timely, very kindly, calmly, and informative. We really, really think the world of him. We appreciate everything he does for us. Thank you.

  2025-11-21

• Very professional, knowledgeable and kind.

  2025-11-20

• Dr Winkelmen is a caring person.

  2025-11-19

• I appreciate how effectively Dr. Winkelman conducts our visit without a sense of urgency. He is engaging, hearing, clear, and tranquil. It is a pleasure to meet with someone that matches my tendency for the same.

  2025-11-19

• He pushes me in good ways.

  2025-11-13

• I have always found Dr. Winkelman to be very attentive, knowledgeable of my circumstances, and someone who provides feedback and clear advice on his recommendations for treatment. Very happy to have him as my doctor.

  2025-11-12

• Dr Winkelman is respectful , knowledgeable, thorough, and helpful. I am fortunate to have him as my doctor.

  2025-11-08

• He is kind, respectful and knowledgeable. I feel that he really cares about me. He has helped me immensely. I highly recommend him.

  2025-11-05

• Dr Winkelman knows his field and is always helpful.

  2025-11-05

• Dr Winkelman is excellent. Besides being an expert in the field, he was very easy to communicate with. He listened, and answered all my questions. He was very knowledgeable about my medical background. The medical plan he advised me to follow (on a previous visit) was working well, and this time he tweaked it further. I am very confident that I am receiving care from the best possible doctor in this field.

  2025-10-30

• It is a pleasure to be able to talk to one of the world's most prominent RLS experts.

  2025-10-16

• Dr. Winkelman is a leader in the field of my condition and it shows in his patient care. He knew the details of my history and our last appointment. He encouraged me to reach out through the gateway any time with questions.

  2025-10-15

• He is a great provider listens to all my concerns and answers all my questions

  2025-10-11

• I feel I always get the best care possible. I have had this provider now for at least 27 years

  2025-10-11

• Remote video is limiting, incomplete.

  2025-10-02

• The best for RLS

  2025-10-01