About
Kimberly R. Buckman, MD brings more than three decades of medical training and experience to her Wayland, Massachusetts practice. She earned her undergraduate degree in Environment, Technology and Society from Clark University in Worcester. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia in 1993. Her internship and internal medicine residency followed at Boston University - Boston City Hospital in Boston, where she trained through 1996.
Dr. Buckman holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and a Diplomate from the National Board of Medical Examiners. She maintains a hospital affiliation with Newton Wellesley Hospital and holds membership in the Massachusetts Medical Society and the Middlesex District Medical Society. Her clinical interests include preventive medicine, obesity, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, women's health, and mental health. She takes a holistic view of wellness, weaving in exercise, nutrition, meditation, yoga, and integrative therapies alongside traditional care. Born and raised in Metro West Boston, she still lives in the community she has served for 21 years. Outside the office, she enjoys hiking, skiing, traveling, drawing, puzzles, and spending time with her family and golden retriever Ginger.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Clark University, Worcester, MA - Bachelor of Arts, Environment, Technology and Society, 1987
Medical School
Temple University, School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA - Doctorate of Medicine, 1993
Residency
Boston University - Boston City Hospital, Boston, MA - Internal Medicine Residency, 1994-1996
Additional Training
Internship: Boston University - Boston City Hospital, Boston, MA, 1993-1994
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Buckman right for?
Dr. Buckman is a strong fit for adults who want a physician addressing both physical and emotional health. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease benefit from her focused, long-term approach. She works well with women seeking comprehensive primary and preventive care. Patients drawn to integrative therapies alongside conventional medicine will find her approach resonant. Anyone who values direct, after-hours access to their own physician will feel well-served here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Buckman focuses on preventive medicine, obesity, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, women's health, and mental health. She treats the physical and emotional dimensions of health together. Her approach addresses root causes rather than symptoms alone.
Yes. Dr. Buckman holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also holds a Diplomate from the National Board of Medical Examiners. She first earned board certification in internal medicine in 1996.
Dr. Buckman earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia in 1993. She completed her internship and internal medicine residency at Boston University - Boston City Hospital, finishing in 1996. Her undergraduate degree came from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Yes. Dr. Buckman integrates conventional treatment with diet, exercise, meditation, yoga, acupuncture, chiropractic care, and herbal medicine. She takes a holistic view of wellness for every patient. She tailors these approaches to fit each individual's health goals and needs.
Yes. Members can reach Dr. Buckman by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is a core feature of her concierge practice. Patients always speak with Dr. Buckman directly, not a covering physician or answering service.
Dr. Buckman maintains a hospital affiliation with Newton Wellesley Hospital. This affiliation allows her to coordinate care for patients who need hospital-level services.
Dr. Buckman holds membership in the Massachusetts Medical Society and the Middlesex District Medical Society. These memberships reflect her ongoing engagement with the regional medical community. She has practiced in Metro West Boston for 21 years.
Yes. Women's health is one of Dr. Buckman's core clinical interests. She provides comprehensive preventive and primary care for women, integrating both conventional and holistic approaches. Female patients often seek her out for her whole-person perspective on health.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026