Overall Patient Rating
“I expect we will see better medications in the future for many of the diseases we deal with.”
Dr. Gary Keilson was almost thirty years old when he applied to medical school, having worked in toxicology and environmental health as his first career. “I enjoyed my job but later became interested in medicine and thought I would enjoy having more interaction with people. So even though my wife was pregnant with twins at the time I decided to go to medical school and become a physician.”
As a neurologist, Dr. Keilson treats everything from migraine headaches and back pain to more serious conditions such as Parkinson’s disease. One of the things Dr. Keilson works hard at is reassuring his patients. “A lot of people come in and are worried that something is terribly wrong with them and most of the time that is not the case. Many of the diseases that we treat are variable. Plus there are always new treatments being developed that have the potential to help people.”
Dr. Keilson has a special interest in treating those suffering from various kinds of headaches, as well as neuro-muscular diseases. “Most headaches are caused by a chemical imbalance. The research is still in its infancy with headaches, but we’ve learned there is a hormonal component and there is a genetic component. A lot of people are resigned to living with headaches but treatment can really make a difference. I encourage anyone suffering from headaches to talk to their doctor.”
Dr. Keilson hopes that many of the neurological diseases that are difficult to treat now will have better options in the future. “We have made progress in many areas but diseases like ALS and Huntington’s chorea still have no effective treatments. However, there are medications available now for diseases like Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s that simply weren’t available 10 years ago. I expect we will see better medications in the future for many of the diseases we deal with.”
Dr. Keilson enjoys the detective work that it takes to find the underlying cause of a neurological illness. “I enjoy studying a patient’s neuroanatomy, the structure of the brain and the nervous system. It’s fascinating the way you can pinpoint different problems based on anatomy. Neurologists also perform neuralgic exams, and I enjoy the hands-on aspect of that kind of medicine.”
Dr. Keilson also enjoys working with his many colleagues in the Division of Neurology at Reliant Medical Group. “There is a lot of collegiality within our group. We discuss difficult cases with each other and always try to help each other out. We also have a very dedicated support staff and that really makes a difference in patient care.”
Star ratings are based on patient responses to the question, “How Likely are you to Recommend Care Provider?” The average score is then displayed in an easy to view, 5-star format. Learn more about how we measure our patient experience. (opens in new window)
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Keilson is an exceptional doctor. He is extremely knowledge and an expert in his field. He is also personable and easy to communicate with. He is calming and approachable. I would highly recommend him without any reservations in doing so.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very caring and thorough physician.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Exhibits a personality of caring and listening to your concerns. It is very thorough in his examination
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I thought he was excellent. He explained things to me. He has a hreat sense of humor.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Excellent MD, very kind to my special needs daughter. Explains things, listens to concerns.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He is a physician who all physicians should aspire to be.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Courteous, kind, professional, informative
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
The best
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr K is kind and thorough
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Easy to talk to....love his personality
This patient rated the doctor 4.5 out of 5 stars.
listened, through explaination
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He is a very good doctor very compassionate very informative very helpful like him a lot!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He has always been pleasant and thorough and very informative.
This patient rated the doctor 4.5 out of 5 stars.
This was my first visit and all went well. Working on finding the best treatment options going forward.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Understands my diagnosis.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Excellent care and communication
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He’s an excellent provider who listens to my specific concerns and gives me a treatment for me and not what the “book” says. His bedside manner is very compassionate and empathetic. I feel heard at my visits with him.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He is very professional, kind, listens, and knowledgeable.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He is very thorough
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Attentive to questions, answered promptly to my understanding. Took his time and cared about his patients questions. Observed patients every movement to better understand patients issues.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Unlike multiple other neurologist that I have seen, he seems to actually care about helping me. He is kind and a good listener and has really helped me so far.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Caring, knowledgeable physician.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Loved him
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Keilson is great.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Keilson was warm and receptive to any concerns and/or questions I had.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Complete confidence in his approach to care
This patient rated the doctor 4 out of 5 stars.
He listened to my concerns, addressed my questions, and thoughtfully walked me through what was going on. The blood work has been approved (results pending). I'm waiting to hear about getting the MRI that Dr. Keilson suggested.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He’s incredibly professional, caring, and helpful. I feel very comfortable and confident with the level of care he provides and I feel safe with him. He has helped me so much.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I was very pleased with Dr. Keilson he was thorough he made me feel comfortable and explained what was going on with the new onset of neuropathy Dr. Keilson also ordered blood work. Gave me a prescription that seems to be helping.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Keilson is always polite and if there is an issue brought to his attention, he will always be helpful in finding an answer.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Provides excellent care, very supportive
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I have been with Gary for a while now and trust him with my life. highly recommended
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He was informative and easy to talk to
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Thoroughly competent and compassionate
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He’s very nice. He’s also very knowledgeable. What can I say? You want a nice and knowledgeable neurologist.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He cares very kind very understand he's patient
This patient rated the doctor 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Answered all questions. Made suggestions. Very pleasant.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I have been treated by Dr K for over a decade. I would not know what to do without his help. I am confident that the other staff members are good, but he is by far the BEST.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Keilson is a very caring with his patients and knowledgeable about his profession..
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He did a great procedure and made me feel relaxed
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Keilson has been taking care of my needs for many years. He has always taken time to help me understand my medical situation and provide care.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Easy to be with and caring
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He is very professional and extremely knowledgeable and compassionate.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very good at listening
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr, KEILSON has been my neurologist for at least 12-14 years and I’m very satisfied with Dr. K as my neurologist.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He treated me with caring and respect. Answered all of my questions without me feeling rushed.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very through,professional and friendly. He is concerned about me
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He is an outstanding and compassionate doctor
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Keilson has great bedside manner. He knows how to talk to his patients, build a rapport, and put his patients at ease.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Kielson is very calm, caring, compassionate Dr. who has always been very professional, knowledgeable & ensured you have the treatment needed.
Offices and Locations
Worcester Medical Center
Overview
Specialties
Neurology
Clinical Interests
Botox Injections for Movement Disorders
Electromyography (EMG)
Headaches
Multiple Sclerosis
Neuromuscular Disorders
Spasticity
Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education
University of Virginia, Medical Education
Saint Vincent Hospital, Internship
UMass Memorial Health Care, Residency
Languages Spoken
English
Insurance
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