About
Connie Y. Chen, MD brings an uncommon academic foundation to internal medicine. Before pursuing medicine, she earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Summa Cum Laude from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in New York. She then earned her Doctorate of Medicine Cum Laude from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1998. Her internship and residency in internal medicine followed at Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University in St. Louis, where she trained through 2001. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains her Massachusetts license. Dr. Chen is a member of the American College of Physicians, as well as the honor societies Tau Beta Pi and Eta Kappa Nu. She previously served on the Board of Directors at Del Webb Memorial Hospital in 2006 and 2007.
Dr. Chen believes building long-term, trusting relationships with patients is essential to good care. She takes an approach grounded in science and data, favoring conservative treatments such as nutrition and exercise before turning to medication. She respects each patient's preferences and works to make every care plan feel genuinely personal. Her practice affiliates with Emerson Hospital, and she refers patients to Massachusetts General Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Mass Eye and Ear when specialist care is needed. Outside the office, Dr. Chen enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering, 1994 (Summa Cum Laude)
Medical School
State University of New York at Buffalo, Doctorate of Medicine, 1998 (Cum Laude)
Residency
Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University, St. Louis, MO, Internal Medicine Residency and Internship, 1998-2001
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Chen right for?
Dr. Chen is a strong fit for adults who want a preventive, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her data-grounded care plans. She works especially well with patients who value conservative treatment strategies and personalized attention. Adults seeking thorough annual wellness evaluations and direct physician access will find her practice a natural home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Chen specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine. She focuses on catching and managing health issues early through evidence-based screenings and advanced diagnostics. Her approach prioritizes lifestyle interventions like nutrition and exercise alongside medication when clinically appropriate.
Yes, Dr. Chen holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree Cum Laude from the State University of New York at Buffalo and completed her residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University in St. Louis.
Dr. Chen grounds her care in science and data. She favors conservative treatments such as nutrition and exercise before turning to medication. She builds every care plan around the individual patient's preferences and health goals.
Dr. Chen earned her Doctorate of Medicine Cum Laude from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1998. She completed her residency and internship in internal medicine at Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University in St. Louis through 2001. Before medicine, she graduated Summa Cum Laude in Electrical Engineering from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art.
Dr. Chen holds an affiliation with Emerson Hospital. For specialty care, she refers patients to Massachusetts General Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Mass Eye and Ear. These referral relationships give her patients access to leading specialists in the region.
Dr. Chen is a member of the American College of Physicians. She also holds membership in the engineering honor societies Tau Beta Pi and Eta Kappa Nu, reflecting her academic background before medical school.
Dr. Chen sees adult patients seeking primary and preventive care. She works with patients managing chronic conditions as well as those focused on maintaining long-term health. Her data-driven approach suits patients who want a thorough, personalized care plan.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026