

Overall Patient Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars - 98 total ratings“What I like the most about Pulmonology is that people come in with a problem and we can define what it is and then find ways to get them feeling better.”
A graduate of Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Dr. Erin O’Shea first thought she would have a career in scientific research but later decided medicine suited her better and she enrolled in the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. “I liked the fact that it was more social being a doctor than being a scientist, I really enjoy getting to know patients and hearing their stories.”
Dr. O’Shea says she finds working in Pulmonology and Critical Care Medicine very satisfying. “Critical care is very exciting and fast-paced, which I enjoy. What I like the most about Pulmonology is that people come in with a problem and we can define what it is and then find ways to get them feeling better,” she explains. “These two areas of medicine complement each other very well.”
In her practice Dr. O’Shea treats patients with many different problems including sleep apnea, COPD, lung cancer, chronic cough, pulmonary nodules, and interstitial lung disease. She has a special interest in helping patients with sleep problems, known as sleep medicine. “Usually we can figure out what is causing the problem with a sleep study and then if it is a breathing problem such as with sleep apnea we have treatments for that. We can also counsel people who are having problems with insomnia. There are a lot of ways to improve the quality of your sleep, and we can guide people on that.”Dr. O’Shea says one of the things she learned during the pandemic is how to use telemedicine more effectively. “Now we can easily do remote visits if it makes sense for the patient. They can enjoy the convenience of seeing their doctor without leaving home. It can save a lot of time for the patient while still being very productive, especially for follow-up appointments.”
In her spare time Dr. O’Shea enjoys playing the violin and piano and has played in the orchestra at UMass. She also enjoys gardening and travel.
Star ratings are based on patient responses to 5 questions about the care they have received from their provider. Responses are measured on a scale of 1-5 and the average score is displayed in an easy to view, 5-star format. Learn more about how we measure our patient experience.

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This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I make a 65 mile round trip from Connecticut to see Dr. O'Shea Paudel as I find her to be a very caring medical practitioner, who does not rush through the appointment but is very concerned about how you are doing. Reliant could not do better than to have Dr Paudel as a staff physician. I like her a lot.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. O'Shea Paudel is by far the best doctor I have ever been treated by. She listens and pays attention to any concerns I have. She actively works to mitigate my symptoms and works tirelessly to identify any causes and treatments so that I may live a life worth living.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very good explanation of my care and what I needed to stay healthy
Offices and Locations
Worcester Medical Center
Overview
Specialties
Pulmonology
Clinical Interests
Sleep Disorders
Partnering Provider
Certifications
ABIM- American Board of Internal Medicine
ABIM- Sleep Medicine
Education
Doctorate: University of New England
Internship & Residency: Saint Vincent Hospital
Fellowship: Saint Vincent Hospital & UMass School of Medicine
Insurance
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