Rose Shorter, MD
Associate Chief of Primary Care
Specialties:
Internal Medicine | Primary Care
About Rose Shorter, MD
Dr. Rose Shorter completed her Bachelor’s degree in Biology at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Rose then continued her medical expertise earning her Doctorate’s degree at the University of Rochester School of Medicine in Rochester, New York. She then finished her residency at Bay State Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. She is board certified in internal medicine.
Dr. Shorter was inspired to become a physician with the desire to be of service to the world and the drive to understand how and why things work. She says patients who have suffered incredible loss, pain and unthinkable challenges and still show up to their life bravely asking, what is next, also inspire her.
Outside of work, Dr. Shorter is passionate about raising her family, running, reading, cooking and playing the saxophone.
Locations
100 Rosebrook Way
Wareham, MA
02571
Wareham, MA
02571
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
Ratings & Reviews
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Patient Comments (59)
Impressed. It is difficult when switching to a provider that your research on a Dr. is in your best interest. Choosing Dr. Rose Shorter was reassuring and I am looking forward to having her and working with her advice on keeping me healthy. The whole process at Rosebrook in Wareham is organized, professional, and efficient. One thing that stood out is with checking in at main desk the person says, "Welcome to our practice." What? Simple kind words that was impressive and sincere. Something that is lost in todays world. I knew from that moment on I made the right choice. Many thanks to all staff.
Dr Shorter is one of the best Drs I have ever met. She is kind, friendly, compassionate, knowledgeable & helpful. Love that she is my Dr.
Dr Shorter is the BEST! She remembers important details about her patients. She makes me feel very comfortable and confident that my issues will be addressed. Her staff seem to really like her, which is so important. My husband sees her too and feels the same.
It was full attention when talking and never felt rushed.
All good! Thank you
Dr. Shorter always treats my mother as if she is her only patient, gives her enough time, and is very, very respectful.
Dr. Rose Shorter is very informed. She listens to me and we can actually have a really good conversation about my health goals and my issues. And I think she's a fabulous doctor.
Dr. Shorter and her nursing staff are always kind, patient, attentive and caring. I'm grateful for the care that I received from Dr. Shorter.
Nothing every one from the front office staff to medical assistance to providers are amazing !
No issues. Visit went well.
I feel blessed to have Dr. Shorter as my PCP !
The only thing that could have made this experience better would have been to be able to schedule a physical exam sooner than 13 months out
Dr. Shorter took the time to go over all my concerns and helped me understand them.
My visit today was with Dr. Shorter. She was very pleasant and she listened to what I was telling her. She offered great advice and was understanding. I'm very happy to have her as my new PCP.
Office and nurse staff very professional.Dr. Shorter is an excellent doctor and very helpful !
Dr. Shorter and her team are top notch providers. I left Cape Cod Healthcare to follow Dr. Shorter because of her knowledge, compassion, skill and interest. I have never had as good a relationship with my healthcare provider. Thanks Dr. Shorter!
Dr shorter treated me with respect and talk to me about my concerns. Everything was great.
I've had a good experience in this facility. My PCP Dr Rose Shorter is the best- she listens to all of my concerns, explains everything clearly, she is not pushy and respects my health decisions, , she never makes me feel rushed at all, & her medical knowledge is incredible!!
Southcoast Health and its staff are 1st class.
The Dr. always explains things throughly and she is always very nice.
Making an appointment was made in a timely and professional manner. Being my first visit with dr Shorter, I am very, very happy with this Dr. She seems to be through and very interested in my care, and easy to talk with.
5stars
Dr Shorter is extremely personable and easy to talk with. She felt more like a friend who cared about me rather than someone just doing a job.She's a real asset to the Southcoast group.
I am grateful that I was able to return to Dr. Shorter after I had been with another provider. Dr. Shorter is one of the best, most caring, knowledgable doctors I know.
Dr. Shorter is an excellent physician.
Everybody is always accommodating and pleasant. Greatly appreciated.
I followed Dr. Shorter from cape cod Healthcare. She has been my doctor for many years. She is a great Doctor and takes my health seriously. I have a bit longer drive to see her but , well worth it
All personnel were courteous and informative. Everyone took the time to listen and explain all information with me.
All personnel that I interacted with were friendly, efficient and professional.
The office is organized and very welcoming. Doctor Shorter is very informative and helpful.
Dr Shorter is a rare gem. It is evident that she cares about her patients and their health. She is smart, informed, friendly and approachable. She listens and works with the patient. She is wonderful!
Dr. Shorter is my physician. She is fantastic. She always is very professional and well educated towards my needs. She is very understanding and is open to suggestions and ideas of how we may correct some of the problems in my health. I'm very, very fortunate to have a physician as her and I hope to have a long time with her in the future. Have yourself a good day and Merry Christmas.
Dr. Shorter is an exceptional doctor. I feel extremely comfortable with her care.
Dr. Shorter is truly attentive to my well being. She's the best Dr. that I have ever been to. Thanks Dr. Shorter! [Name] [Name]
I just think Dr. Shorter is the best. She always listens, makes great suggestions and is just positive and professional. The girls that work me up before I see her have always been great, as well as the check-in and checkout people. I couldn't be happier with the care I have been given at SouthCoast.
Doctor Shorter always listens intently and always shows concern. She always asks if there are any other issues. Her nurse is always friendly and thorough in her questions and updating my information.
Every time I call the office everybody is so kind and very interested in taking care of my needs!!
Dr Shorter does a very nice job of listening and asking probing to clarify and understand me.I can not think of anything that Dr Shorter could have done to improve my experience
Efficiency, professional and personable. More than medicine!!!
Dr Shorter goes over all my testing,she answers any questions I mighthave, I feel she is very thorough.
All were very professional, caring & listened.
Because Dr. Shorter is very thorough, attentive, professional, knowledgeable, experienced, personable, pleasant and very nice. The state of healthcare is so dismal and the bottom line is prioritized over patient care all across this country, that has never been my experience with Dr. Shorter & I feel very fortunate to have her as my primary care physician. And her staff are top notch! The facility is great too!
Dr. Shorter is a gem. She listens and is always responsive.
All is good, great staff nurses Doctors ect.
Always happy with my care and service
Everything they were really good at what they do
Nothing more to add. Everything was great!
The doctor was par excellence. I had seen her when she was with another provider and I've been with her ever since. About 7 years. She is absolutely outstanding and so caring. The Medical Assistants were super and nurses are outstanding.
Wonderful care always— the best!
First time I met Dr shorter she was awesome I felt very comfortable with her and she took very good care of me and the staff was awesome also everyone was super nice and helpful
Always very professional everyone I encounter
Everyone is polite liked Dr.Shorter ,knowledgeable caring informative and caring visit was great thanks and happy face
Dr Shorter was very helpful and compassionate
Rose Shorter has a great staff she is an excellent Doctor
[Name] the MA was wonderful, very kind and efficient. Dr Shorter was thorough and took the time to listen to my concerns. I'm grateful for the great care provided during my visit today.
Dr Shorter is always well prepared and has genuine interest in keeping me healthy and solving any issues that occur. Everyone at the office is friendly, efficient and well informed. I couldn't ask for anything more!
Dr. Rose Shorter is the best. That is why I followed her from CC Healthcare to Southcoast. She is down to earth and listens to my health concerns and we discuss solutions. Excellent DR.
Dr shorter is the best doctor.I had her as my PCP when she worked for CCHC and I left CCHC for southcoast HC and followed her.she has been my doctor for 10 years. She reminds me of the Dr's way back when who really knew you and listened.not just a number.Kudos to sr shorter
Great visit. Very easy to talk to. Very informed.
Everyone was courteous and helpful.
Never a problem. All went well.
She answers all my needs and concerns and makes me feel very assuring.
Dr Shorter is a top notch, caring Doctor
Roe Shorter is a very dedicated doctor. She listens thoroughly. I've seen her for years. She's an amazing MD. She has a cheerful outlook. She's positive. She's a people person. I would give her all 10s. She's an amazing doctor and a real asset to South Coast medicine. I followed her over there after she left Cape Cod Healthcare and was seeing her here for years. You couldn't ask for a better all around primary care physician.