WEINSTOCK, Joel V., MD Dr. Joel Vincent Weinstock passed away on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Born on March 21, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan to middle-class parents Esther and Herman Weinstock, Dr. Weinstock worked for greater than 50 years at Wayne State University, The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, and Tufts Medical Center in Boston where he was a devoted physician leader, researcher, educator, and fierce advocate for his patients and their families. An international pioneer in the study and treatment of inflammatory conditions of the digestive system, Dr. Weinstock coined the term "hygiene hypothesis" – the theory that raising children in extremely hygienic environments has an adverse impact on immune development, predisposing them to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other immunological disorders later in life. Dr. Weinstock is world-renowned for his innovative and extensive research on helminths – small, parasitic worms, once more common in the intestinal tract, that have shown to be protective against IBD. As devoted as Dr. Weinstock was to fathering breakthroughs in his field of study, Joel was an equally devoted and successful husband and father to his family. Dr. Weinstock is survived by his wife of 40 years, Alison, and their adult children Lisa, Jeff, and Andrew, who all reside in the Boston area. Funeral Services will take place on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 11:30am at Beit Olam East 44 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA 01778. www.brezniakfd.com

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Published by Boston Globe from May 10 to May 11, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for JOEL WEINSTOCK

25 Entries

Melissa Mazzaferro Cardone

February 20, 2023

I am so saddened to find out that Dr. Weinstock passed away. I was selfishly looking him up because I missed him. He was a caring and compassionate doctor who not only took care of my physical ailments but also concerned himself with my overall well-being. I´m currently going through a GI issue and I said to my family: "I miss Dr. Weinstock. He would know what to do."
Dr. Weinstock was such a brilliant GI physician but was very unassuming. He was a kind and gentle soul. He made me feel at ease during difficult times.

I missed him before he passed away and miss him more now. Dr. Weinstock was one in a million. They don´t make humans like him anymore.
Rest easy Doc

Vera Mark

July 28, 2022

Dr. Weinstock provided care and guidance at a critical juncture in my harrowing GI journey. He was patient, kind and conveyed a Zen-like calm that was so soothing. His commitment to patient self-advocacy was empowering. It enabled me to see beyond my illness. He was an outstanding doctor, among the very best, and I remain forever grateful. Deepest condolences to his family and colleagues.

Ross

June 22, 2022

Dr Weinstock was the most caring, sincere, and attentive doctor I have ever had. He treated patients as humans, and always said "you´re the client". I came to him in a difficult time and he held my hand through the entire process. My family will always remember and appreciate him.

Lin Bell

June 17, 2022

I just received the news of Dr. Weinstock's passing. I am beyond devastated. He was my beloved and caring GI who was compassionate, caring, and my partner in navigating my Crohn's Disease for the past ten years. After hitting the walls with GI's at Mass General Hospital and Brigham & Women's, I hired him on the spot when he indicated that I was the boss, he worked for me, and he had options for me. We ended each and every visit with a huge bear hug. I just could never address him as Joel though despite his okay to do so.

My deepest sympathies to all who knew and loved him.

May Dr. Weinstock's memory forever be a blessing.

leeann taylor

June 15, 2022

he was very nice Dr he took good cares of me i am going to miss him very much

leeanntaylor

June 14, 2022

My condolences to his family

Theodore S. Schuster

June 14, 2022

Dr. Weinstock saved my life. I am eternally grateful to him for his exceptional expertise and caring dedication.
My sincerest condolences to his family and collogues. His passing is a devastating loss to his patients, the medical community and all of humanity.
Rest In Peace my friend!!!!!!!!!!

Bill O´

June 12, 2022

Dr Weinstock was a great doctor and a great man. He took care of me allowing me to have a normal, healthy life when I feared I may not and always told me he would do what he could so that I could live a long life. I´m very sad to hear of his passing - my condolences to his family.

Gereen Treeful

June 12, 2022

I'm sorry to hear of Dr. Weinstock 's passing he was the kindest and most caring Doctor, I have ever known, I am so,sorry Sincerely Gereen Treeful

Jeffrey Inglese

May 31, 2022

I am very sad to hear that Doctor Weinstock had passed . I was a patient of his and he was excellent and always made me feel comfortable about calling him . I remember telling be him I felt
uncomfortable with calling him about little issues and he would yell at me and say that's why I am here. He would then call every couple of weeks to check in on me. He made me feel comfortable about anything that I had to ask him. He will be missed

Audrey Rabinowitz

May 20, 2022

Dr. Weinstock diagnosed my son's condition when he was in college in Boston about 8 years ago. His kind and gentle demeanor was like no other doctor I've known. He always took the time to answer my son's many questions. He gave us both his cell phone and told us to call any time. He knew that I lived in NY and told me not to worry - he would be my stand-in parent in Boston. My son moved back to NY after graduation but has gone back to Boston for his annual appointments with Dr. Weinstock, because you don't leave a doctor like Joel Weinstock. We are so deeply sorry that he has left us. Our condolences to his family and to the Tufts Medical community. He will be missed by so many.

David, Joanne, and Adam

May 18, 2022

Our deepest condolences to the Weinstock Family on the passing of Dr. Weinstock.

Dr. Weinstock was my wife's and son's doctor for nearly ten years. When my son was very ill, Dr. Weinstock met with my family for over two hours during one of the biggest blizzards of the year. One year later, my son was in remission thanks to Dr. Weinstock. And not long after that, Dr. Weinstock helped my wife achieve remission as well. We often referred other family members and friends to Dr. Weinstock because of the unmatched care we knew he would provide.

Dr. Weinstock was a truly kind and genuine person who will be forever missed. May God comfort your family as only He can.

John DeLuca

May 15, 2022

I am very sorry to hear that this wonderful man has passed. He has been my doctor for many years keeping my Crohn´s in check after surgery. I will miss him greatly. I will miss his compassion, wit and smile. He was always upbeat and encouraging even as he was dealing with his own health problems. He would call periodically to check on me in between appointments and gave me his number to call anytime if I needed him. He was not only my doctor he was a friend.
Heartfelt condolences to all family, friends and patients.

Katie Lovett

May 13, 2022

I am so sad to hear about Dr. Weinstock. He was the nicest person and such a caring doctor. He wouldn´t hesitate to call me back outside the "normal" workday. Not long ago he helped me get again navigate an issue with my insurance making sure I could continue on my medicine. We need more doctors like him.

Jill Murray

May 13, 2022

My deepest sympathy to the family.
Dr. Weinstock took care of my tummy troubles for many years. Due to Covid In had been meeting with him on video phone. The last time we spoke was in Feb. and at the end of our conversation he said remember you can call me any time if you have a problem. Remember I'm not only your doctor, I'm also your friend. Then he smiled that big beautiful smile that would make his eyes sparkle. He was a very special man and his smile is forever etched in my mind.

Judy Matulsky

May 12, 2022

I am so thankful for the care Dr. Weinstock extended to my son. He truly got Josh on the right path to manage his illness. Not to mention the times he guided me through my anxiety with the management of Josh´s illness. Such a kind, caring and knowledgeable man. We will miss him may he Rest In Peace.

Pam and Kim Dougherty

May 12, 2022

I am in shock and so sorry to hear we lost a great man. He was my daughter Kim´s doctor for many years and was always compassionate of her special needs. We will miss him dearly.

Vincent Bessette

May 12, 2022

As a long time patient of Dr. Weinstock, our family wishes to express our deepest sympathies to the entire Weinstock Family on your great loss.
To us , Dr. Weinstock was more than a doctor,he was a friend and confidant. We will be forever indebted for his care, devotion, and compassion in maintaining my very complicated health issues for the past 11 years. Dr. Weinstock will always hold a special place in our hearts. May he rest in eternal peace.

Joshua Matulsky

May 12, 2022

Dr. Weinstock got me on the right path with my health and I will be forever grateful. He was caring, compassionate and had such a calming affect that can't be described. He was truly the best doctor I've ever had.

Thank you Dr. Weinstock.

Sending my thoughts and condolences

Irene Namer

May 11, 2022

Dr Weinstock a remarkable doctor at Tufts Medical Center passed away over the weekend. Without him I would of died with crohns and colitis. He even inspired me to pursue medicine and gastroenterology as a career. He led the pathway for it. Please send prayers. He TRULY felt like a family member to me. When I was in a flare up he turned his car around before leaving to Cork Ireland just to see me before he left on his flight. He literally cared a lot about me and made sure to help keep me in shape. I´m extremely shocked by this. Yehi zichra baruch!

Robert Reece

May 11, 2022

Joel was the best doctor I ever had. I'll miss his warmth, his understanding and his intelligence. He solved my medical problem where others failed. I will be forever grateful.

Michael Levy

May 11, 2022

Dr. Weinstock has been my doctor for many many years. I have never met a more compassionate man, sometimes calling me on a Saturday night or holiday to check on me. He understood me both medically and mentally and, for that I will always be thankful.

Besides his wealth of knowlegde, I will miss his upbeat and optimistic attitude. He always made me smile.

RIP To a great guy and a great doctor.

Lois A. Baxter

May 11, 2022

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Weinstock. I was one of his first patient at Tufts and he took excellent care of me--was always so caring and compassionate.

He will truly be missed - RIP Dr. Weinstock.

Lois