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for JOHN MCCARTHY
Margaret Scott Galvin
October 10, 2024
Thinking of you on your birthday my dear friend
Peggy Scott MD
Jim Kaley
September 22, 2024
We were great friends in high school and spent years in the same Boy Scout Troop and worked summers with for the parents of another good friend. I recall his happiness at the birth of Sean. As too often happens lost contact with him. It is wonderful to hear he had such a full life and clearly did so much good. He likely stayed his 16 year old self.
Bill Stavropoulos
June 17, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with the McCarthy Family. Dr McCarthy was my PCP since I the late 1980's. Having grown up in Burlington I still traveled to Lahey from New Hampshire for regular doctor appointments. During my most recent visit Dr. McCarthy joked with me that I was one of "his oldest patients". He then chuckled and pardoned himself saying that I was one of his original patients. Dr. McCarthy was one of the kindest people I've ever met. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him.
Maria Kuschel
June 14, 2024
I was truly saddened to learn of Dr.McCarthy’s death. He was kind, compassionate yet professional. Throughout the years I always enjoyed our conversations. He never “rushed” the appointment and I knew I was in good hands. I send sincere condolences to his family, the medical community and his patients. M.Kuschel
S D
June 10, 2024
I am so heartbroken to hear of Dr. McCarthy's passing. He was one of a kind and leaves such a legacy on this earth in terms of the people he care for over the years. He treated three generations of my family with the highest level of service. He had the best bedside manner. My grandmother loved going to see him, and I'm certain he helped my uncle live longer than he otherwise might have. I trusted his advice. It was obvious to me that he genuinely cared about his patients, above all. A model doctor. Rest in peace, Dr. McCarthy!
Tom Brennan
June 10, 2024
"Dr. Mac" was my PCP for almost 25 years. I first met him in the Emergency Room after my son scratched my cornea. He became my PCP soon thereafter. He was my friend. As noted by so many people, it never felt like it was just an exam. It was always a conversation about our families, your dogs, skiing and most recently, your ill-fated EV test drive. He was so personable and I will miss him dearly. My sincere condolences to the entire McCarthy Clan.
Donald MacDonald
June 7, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Just reading the comments of his friends and Patients are a true statement to the amazing man Dr John McCarthy . All of our hearts are broken and filled with sorrow, He will be greatly missed but will live on in all of our hearts and thoughts. I am hoping that the planned celebration of life for John will be posted for all wishing to attend. We all have such wonderful stories and memories to share. His legacy will live on with all of us that he touched in his dedication to heal the sick but he was so much more than that as he was part of every family that he served which was above and beyond the call of duty. He took that extra time that was so special to every patient as he sincerely cared and you became friends for life with him. It was how he made you feel that was so special to his practice and even if you were hesitant to follow his advise you were still friends. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten Amen
Terri SooHoo
June 7, 2024
To the Family of Dr. John McCarthy:
I am truly sorry for your loss. Dr. McCarthy was my PCP at Lahey for about 30 years. He was a very caring, kind and competent doctor. He patiently went over my page of notes for each annual visit and called me "kiddo" which always made me smile even though I suspected that he wasn´t that much older than myself. I will miss him dearly. May the memories and love fill your hearts and carry you through this difficult time. In peace, Terri SooHoo
Kimberly Blake-Corn
June 7, 2024
I am completely heartbroken to hear of the passing of Dr. McCarthy. My soul is just so, so sad. He has been my primary care physician for over 30 years. I always enjoyed seeing him so much for my annual physical. He's known me since I was 23. He was always so personable and we would often chat about family and our dogs. He always remembered things that we talked about and would follow up with me. One thing I always loved about him being my Dr. was that I knew he genuinely cared. He was that guy that would pull up his stool and would truly listen to what your concerns were. Always made eye contact, (those caring blue eyes) with so much compassion. He'd always greet me with "Hi Kid, what's going on" I'm going to miss him so much. I will never find another Dr. like him. He truly was the best! My heart goes out to his family. Thoughts and prayers. Leahy Clinic lost a great one. May he rest in sweet heavenly peace. God bless you Doc! Fondly, Kimberly Blake-Corn
Yvette Moran
June 6, 2024
My family and I are so saddened to hear about Dr McCarthy´s passing. He cared for me and my family for the last 30 years. He was a kind, compassionate doctor with a wonderful bedside manner who was always a gentleman. At the end of every visit he said his usual "ok kiddo." Besides being our physician, he was our friend. We send our deepest condolences to his family who he always spoke about with love. Thank you Dr McCarthy for the care you provided. The Moran Family
Peter Speert, M.D.
June 6, 2024
I remember Dr. McCarthy as warm and caring. Years ago I found myself in the emergency room with what seemed to me a rather minor infection. Dr. McCarthy examined me and recommended an oral antibiotic. I asked him if it was really necessary. His response: "You´re worth it." After that I was fortunate to have him as my PCP for the rest of my career at Lahey.
Amarild Zeferino
June 4, 2024
Dr MacCarthy was our PCP for the last 34 years. I will miss his warm welcome greeting and his medical knowledge every time we go to Lahey Burlington. He took good care of me and my wife. Thanks for all you did for us.
DAVID C LAVOIE RN
June 4, 2024
I see Dr McCarthy yearly for the past 30 years. He was a wonderful man, kind and considerate. A great doctor who I will miss greatly. The next time we meet will be in heaven. I pray that his wife and children are comforted knowing how many lives he has touched. He will be missed so very much. David lavoie
Jack Judge
June 3, 2024
I am very saddened to hear about the passing of Dr. John MacCarthy. I was one of his patients for many years, and I can testify to what good man he was in life. Mind you, I wasn´t one of his best patients, in the manner of following his very good advice. I found Dr. MacCarthy to be a very knowledgeable, professional, and kind person, and that is the best anyone can ask for. He was always on the go, but he never once denied me his complete attention. To his Family and friends, my deepest condolences, I´ve only had a peek at what you all knew. Jack Judge
Lisa Guarino
June 3, 2024
I'd like to send my condolences to Dr McCarthy's family and friends. He has been my doctor for many many years and I always found him compassionate and caring. I'm going to really miss our visits together especially him calling me kid.
Donald Knight
June 3, 2024
My name is Donald Knight I hadn see Dr. McCarthy for over 20 years and in that time we became good friends. We would take about are family and friends. I'm will surely mess my him as a Doctor and a friend. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Shawn T.
June 3, 2024
I was saddened to hear about Dr.John's passing. He had been my doctor for a number of years. He was professional, respectful, passionate and caring. And always took the time to engage with his patients. When I would meet with him I truly felt like I was his only patient.
My thoughts are with his family.
Shawn T.
Mary Hamel
June 3, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dr. MCCARTHY'S passing. I have been his patient for around 36 years. My heart breaks for his family who he spoke so fondly of always. I will miss my doctor who I consider my friend.
Evelyn Ronzano
May 31, 2024
My family and I are very saddened to hear that our favorite DOCTOR for over 50yrs has passed away. My family goes back to the Clinic in the North End, and we followed him to Lahey Clinic in Burlington. Dr McCarthy was not just a doctor but a person who took the time to listen and ask how things were going on in your life, and your family. Our hearts are broken for all the people he has touched. Our sincere condolences to your family. He will be greatly missed. Sincerely The Ronzano and Henderson Family
Loretta Mastalerz
May 31, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of this beautiful amazing Dr who cared for my handicapped brother for many many years!! His care and kindness and support of my brother was amazing and greatly appreciated!! My brother Anthony Grasso from the McGlaughlin House in North Reading will be heartbroken! Ironically Dr McCarthy passed on Anthony´s birthday!!! Praying for all his family! My deepest condolences!
Loretta Mastalerz
Catherine Spotswood Gibbes (Lahey patient)
May 31, 2024
An absolutely exceptional, caring physician. A fixed star in the firmament at Lahey for more years than I can count. I send heartfelt condolences and join in mourning his loss.
Bob Muchowski
May 29, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dr. McCarthy has been my primary care physician for over twenty years. During that time, he also became my friend. He was an exceptional human being, as well as an excellent doctor. We always got around to talking about my medical issues, but he also took the time to see where I was in my life. We´d talk about books, travel, pretty much everything.
I will miss him deeply.
God bless.
Bob Muchowski
Beth Furtado
May 28, 2024
I have been a patient of Dr. McCarthy for years. He was also the doctor of both my mother and father. To say he will be missed is an understatement. My whole family is shocked and saddened to hear this news. We are praying for his family during this difficult time. With love, The Furtado and Baker Families
Shari Ranieri
May 28, 2024
I´m in complete sadness hearing my favorite doctor in the world for 32 years has passed. Will miss you deeply Dr. McCarthy. God bless your family through this hard time.
Erin Grant
May 23, 2024
May the love of family and friends carry through this time of sorrow.
With sincere sympathy,
Erin Grant
Paula Kozak
May 23, 2024
I was a patient of Dr. McCarthys for over 25 years. The world has lost a good man.
Betty Luiser
May 22, 2024
I am so sorry about Johns death he was a wonderful Dr and friend to my husband and I I am so sad for his family although they don´t know me my heart and thoughts are with them Sincerely Betty Luiser
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