Name: Dr. Christopher Schultz

Specialty: Internal Medicine (Internist)

Qualification / Board Certification: MD — Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

Affiliation(s): Massachusetts General Hospital | Brigham and Women’s Hospital | Newton-Wellesley Hospital | Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital — all Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

Locations (City/State): Newton, MA | Lexington, MA | Boston, MA

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1437325412

About the Doctor

Dr. Christopher Schultz, MD is a board-certified Internist serving patients across Newton, Lexington, and Boston, Massachusetts — three of the most medically sophisticated communities in New England. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City — one of the nation’s top-ranked academic medical institutions and a flagship of one of the most respected hospital systems in the United States. This elite residency training has shaped a clinical practice grounded in comprehensive, evidence-based adult medicine with a strong emphasis on preventive care, health screenings, and chronic disease management.

The most remarkable aspect of Dr. Schultz’s professional profile is the exceptional caliber of his hospital affiliation network. He holds admitting privileges at four hospitals — all four of which carry Castle Connolly Top Hospital designations — including Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. These two institutions are routinely ranked among the very best hospitals in the entire world, both serving as cornerstone academic medical centers of the Mass General Brigham health system and Harvard Medical School’s teaching hospitals. Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital round out his affiliation network, further expanding the breadth of world-class resources available to his patients when hospital-level care is required.

His clinical focus encompasses adult medical examinations, comprehensive preventive care, obesity evaluation and management, and infectious disease screening — a patient-centered primary care scope that prioritizes early detection, health maintenance, and patient education. Dr. Schultz accepts Medicare, Express Scripts, and other major insurance plans, and is currently welcoming new patients across all three of his Massachusetts practice locations.

Highlights at a glance:

• Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
• Residency at NYU Langone Medical Center — one of America’s top academic medical institutions
• Affiliated with four Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
• Admitting privileges at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital — two of the world’s most prestigious medical centers
• Three practice locations — Newton, Lexington & Boston, MA
• Clinical focus on preventive care, obesity management, and infectious disease screening
• Accepts Medicare, Express Scripts, and major insurance plans
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

Dr. Schultz’s academic and clinical training reflects elite postgraduate training at one of America’s most respected academic medical institutions:

Medical School: Medical Degree (MD) — the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Residency: Internal Medicine — NYU Langone Medical Center — New York, NY

Fellowship / Additional Training: General Internal Medicine with emphasis on preventive care, obesity medicine, infectious disease screening, and comprehensive adult health management

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) — Active Certification

Medical Conditions Treated

As a board-certified Internist with training at NYU Langone Medical Center, Dr. Schultz diagnoses, treats, and manages a comprehensive range of adult medical conditions, including:

• Obesity & Weight Management — Documented primary clinical focus
• Infectious Disease Screening & Management
• Adult Medical Examinations — Comprehensive Health Evaluations
• High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
• Type 2 Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome
• High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)
• Heart Disease & Cardiovascular Risk Factors
• Chronic Kidney Disease & Renal Function Concerns
• Respiratory Conditions — Asthma, COPD & Bronchitis
• Digestive & Gastrointestinal Disorders
• Anxiety, Depression & Mental Health Screening
• Anemia & Blood Disorders
• Thyroid Disorders — Hypothyroidism & Hyperthyroidism
• Joint Disorders & Musculoskeletal Pain
• Cancer Risk Assessment & Preventive Screening
• Urinary Tract Infections & Genitourinary Conditions
• Skin Conditions & Dermatological Concerns
• Neurological Symptoms — Headaches, Dizziness & Cognitive Concerns
• Substance Abuse Screening & Referral
• Preventive Health Maintenance & Chronic Disease Follow-Up

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Schultz performs a comprehensive range of diagnostic, preventive, therapeutic, and consultative procedures, including:

• Annual Physical Examinations & Annual Check-Ups
• Ambulatory Care Consultations
• Blood Pressure Testing & Cardiovascular Monitoring
• Bladder and Bowel Management Assessment & Planning
• Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Drivers / Vessel Masters (DOT Physicals)
• Aromatherapy Integration as Complementary Wellness Support
• Routine Blood Work & Laboratory Test Orders
• Obesity Assessment — BMI Evaluation, Metabolic Workup & Treatment Planning
• Infectious Disease Screening — HIV, Hepatitis, TB & STI Testing
• Preventive Health Screenings — Cancer, Diabetes, Cholesterol & Blood Pressure
• Chronic Disease Monitoring & Medication Management
• Immunizations & Adult Vaccination Programs
• Specialist Referrals & Multi-Disciplinary Care Coordination
• Telehealth Consultations (availability — contact office to confirm)

Services Offered

Dr. Schultz’s Internal Medicine practice provides comprehensive, evidence-based primary care for adults across Newton, Lexington, and Boston — combining a strong preventive medicine focus with expert chronic disease management and seamless access to some of the world’s most advanced hospital resources through his four Castle Connolly Top Hospital affiliations. His NYU Langone residency training and multi-location Massachusetts practice position him as a trusted, accessible, and highly connected primary care physician for patients throughout the greater Boston area.

Preventive Care & Annual Wellness Examinations Preventive medicine is at the heart of Dr. Schultz’s clinical approach. He conducts comprehensive annual physical examinations, administers age-appropriate immunizations, and orders evidence-based preventive screenings to identify and address health risks before they develop into serious conditions. His focus on health maintenance ensures that patients receive the proactive, personalized care needed to stay well over the long term.

• Annual physical exams and comprehensive adult wellness visits
• Preventive screenings — blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose, and cancer risk
• Adult immunization programs — flu, pneumococcal, shingles, and COVID-19
• Lifestyle counseling — nutrition, physical activity, and stress management
• Health risk assessments and early intervention planning

Obesity Evaluation & Weight Management Obesity is a documented clinical focus of Dr. Schultz’s practice and one of the most important public health challenges in adult medicine. He provides comprehensive obesity evaluations — including metabolic workup, cardiovascular risk assessment, and behavioral counseling — and develops individualized, evidence-based weight management plans that address the underlying medical, nutritional, and lifestyle factors driving each patient’s weight concerns.

• Obesity evaluation — BMI assessment, metabolic panel, and cardiovascular risk stratification
• Individualized weight management planning — dietary, behavioral, and pharmacological options
• Metabolic syndrome assessment and management
• Referral to bariatric surgery consultation when clinically indicated
• Long-term weight maintenance counseling and follow-up

Infectious Disease Screening Infectious disease screening is a documented area of Dr. Schultz’s clinical practice. He provides comprehensive screening for HIV, hepatitis B and C, tuberculosis, sexually transmitted infections, and other communicable diseases — an essential primary care service that is both preventive and critical for early diagnosis and treatment.

• HIV screening and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) counseling
• Hepatitis B and C screening and management coordination
• Tuberculosis (TB) testing — PPD and IGRA
• STI screening and treatment
• Infectious disease risk assessment and vaccination coordination

Chronic Disease Management Dr. Schultz provides expert, individualized long-term management for patients living with chronic medical conditions. He develops comprehensive treatment plans combining medication management, lifestyle modification, and regular monitoring to help patients achieve stable health outcomes and minimize the risk of complications.

• Hypertension monitoring and medication optimization
• Type 2 diabetes management — glucose control and HbA1c tracking
• High cholesterol management and cardiovascular risk reduction
• Thyroid disorder treatment and hormonal monitoring
• Chronic kidney disease monitoring and renal protection
• Respiratory disease management — asthma and COPD care

Commercial Driver Medical Examinations (DOT Physicals) Dr. Schultz is authorized to perform certified medical examinations for commercial drivers and vessel masters — a specialized service required for Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance and CDL fitness certification.

• DOT-certified physical examinations for commercial vehicle operators
• Medical fitness assessments for vessel masters
• Regulatory documentation and certification

Ambulatory & Consultative Care Dr. Schultz provides ambulatory care consultations for patients managing complex or multi-system health conditions in an outpatient setting, offering expert evaluation and coordinated treatment planning that reduces the need for unnecessary hospitalization.

• Ambulatory care consultations for complex adult medical conditions
• Multi-condition care coordination and individualized treatment planning
• Second-opinion consultations and specialist referral management

Access to World-Class Hospital Resources Through his admitting privileges at four Castle Connolly Top Hospitals — including Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital — Dr. Schultz can admit and co-manage his patients at two of the world’s most advanced academic medical centers when hospital-level care is required. This seamless continuity of care between outpatient and inpatient settings is a significant advantage for his patients.

• Inpatient admission management at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital
• Coordination with subspecialists at Harvard Medical School-affiliated institutions
• Post-hospitalization follow-up and care transition management
• Access to Newton-Wellesley and Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital for community-level inpatient care

Telehealth & Online Consultations Patients interested in virtual care options are encouraged to contact Dr. Schultz’s office directly at (303) 724-4698 to confirm telehealth availability and appropriate scheduling for virtual primary care and follow-up visits.

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Schultz accepts most major insurance plans. Patients are advised to call (303) 724-4698 before scheduling to verify their specific plan and network coverage. Accepted carriers include:

• Medicare
• Express Scripts
• State of Tennessee Health Plan
• All Other Major Third Party Insurance Plans

Note: Insurance information publicly listed for Dr. Schultz is limited. Patients are strongly encouraged to contact the office directly at (303) 724-4698 to confirm full insurance acceptance, network participation, and out-of-pocket costs before scheduling.

Practice Locations

Location 1 — Primary Office (Newton, MA) Address: 2014 Washington St, Newton, MA 02462 Phone: (303) 724-4698

Location 2 — Secondary Office (Lexington, MA) Address: 57 Bedford St, Suite 130, Lexington, MA 02420 Phone: Contact primary office at (303) 724-4698

Location 3 — Additional Office (Boston, MA) Address: 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114 Phone: Contact primary office at (303) 724-4698

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Schultz holds admitting privileges at four hospitals — all of which carry Castle Connolly Top Hospital designations — representing one of the most impressive hospital affiliation networks of any primary care physician in the greater Boston area:

• Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, MA (Castle Connolly Top Hospital — Ranked for General Surgery & 5 Additional Procedures; consistently ranked as one of the top hospitals in the United States and the world; flagship teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School and cornerstone institution of the Mass General Brigham health system)
• Brigham and Women’s Hospital — Boston, MA (Castle Connolly Top Hospital — Ranked in 4 Procedures; one of the nation’s most celebrated academic medical centers and a leading Harvard Medical School teaching hospital, renowned for research excellence and clinical innovation)
• Newton-Wellesley Hospital — Newton, MA (Castle Connolly Top Hospital — Ranked in 2 Specialties & 3 Procedures; a respected community hospital serving the Newton and MetroWest areas and a member of the Mass General Brigham system)
• Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital — Boston, MA (Castle Connolly Top Hospital — Ranked in 2 Specialties & 2 Procedures; community-based academic hospital affiliated with Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the Mass General Brigham health system)