Surgical Services
Using state-of-the-art technology, our skilled team of surgeons provides multidisciplinary care across a number of surgical specialties and centers
With a long, proud history spanning more than 150 years, Boston Medical Center (BMC) has a reputation for excellence in adult and pediatric surgical care, from minimally invasive procedures to expert trauma surgery. As an academic medical center, BMC is a referral center for some of the most difficult cases. And through research and teaching, we prepare the next generation of surgeons while always staying on the cutting edge of medical and surgical care to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Surgical Services and Centers
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Acute Care and Trauma Surgery
The BMC Trauma Center has a reputation as one of the country's finest centers. Verified by the American College of Surgeons as a Level I adult trauma center, BMC provides the highest level of care to patients with serious, life-threatening injuries.
The BMC Trauma Center has a reputation as one of the country's finest centers. Verified by the American College of Surgeons as a Level I adult trauma center, BMC provides the highest level of care to patients with serious, life-threatening injuries.
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Breast Surgery
At Boston Medical Center (BMC), the care of patients with breast cancer is a collaborative, multidisciplinary process. BMC’s Breast Health Program incorporates a coordinated multispecialty approach to care, bringing together the expertise of diverse specialists to manage care from the first consultation through treatment and follow-up visits.
At Boston Medical Center (BMC), the care of patients with breast cancer is a collaborative, multidisciplinary process. BMC’s Breast Health Program incorporates a coordinated multispecialty approach to care, bringing together the expertise of diverse specialists to manage care from the first consultation through treatment and follow-up visits.
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Cardiac Surgery
BMC has provided outstanding cardiac surgical care for more than 70 years. As one of the first cardiac surgery departments in the United States, we continue to build on that history of excellence every day. Our multidisciplinary team works with your cardiologist, cardiac nurses, other BMC specialists, and – most importantly – you and your family to provide the highest quality care and ensure the best possible outcome.
BMC has provided outstanding cardiac surgical care for more than 70 years. As one of the first cardiac surgery departments in the United States, we continue to build on that history of excellence every day. Our multidisciplinary team works with your cardiologist, cardiac nurses, other BMC specialists, and – most importantly – you and your family to provide the highest quality care and ensure the best possible outcome.
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Colorectal Surgery
The colorectal surgery team at Boston Medical Center is highly skilled in treating common and complex conditions that affect the colon, rectum, and anus. Through multidisciplinary collaboration with the Division of Gastroenterology, and other specialists, our colorectal surgeons develop an integrated treatment plan to ensure that each patient receives the most appropriate care. We offer cutting-edge treatments, including robotic surgery, transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEMS), and other minimally invasive approaches to ensure patients recover as quickly as possible and achieve the best possible outcome.
The colorectal surgery team at Boston Medical Center is highly skilled in treating common and complex conditions that affect the colon, rectum, and anus. Through multidisciplinary collaboration with the Division of Gastroenterology, and other specialists, our colorectal surgeons develop an integrated treatment plan to ensure that each patient receives the most appropriate care. We offer cutting-edge treatments, including robotic surgery, transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEMS), and other minimally invasive approaches to ensure patients recover as quickly as possible and achieve the best possible outcome.
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Endocrine Surgery
Providing treatment for diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands, BMC surgeons possess a high level of expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders within the endocrine system – a collection of glands responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism, growth and development, and tissue function, among other things. Working in collaboration with colleagues from endocrinology, diabetes and nutrition, gastroenterology, and radiation oncology, a multidisciplinary approach to care for patients is provided.
Providing treatment for diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands, BMC surgeons possess a high level of expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders within the endocrine system – a collection of glands responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism, growth and development, and tissue function, among other things. Working in collaboration with colleagues from endocrinology, diabetes and nutrition, gastroenterology, and radiation oncology, a multidisciplinary approach to care for patients is provided.
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Gynecologic Surgery
Boston Medical Center is proud to be a nationally recognized leader in women's health. Those who seek care with the Department of Gynecology are provided with comprehensive gynecologic healthcare.
Boston Medical Center is proud to be a nationally recognized leader in women's health. Those who seek care with the Department of Gynecology are provided with comprehensive gynecologic healthcare.
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Head and Neck Surgery
The Head and Neck Cancer Center is a major provider for patients with early-stage, recurrent, or aggressive head and neck cancers. The nationally recognized team of multidisciplinary specialists who care for these patients collaborate to manage patient care from the first consultation through treatment and follow-up.
The Head and Neck Cancer Center is a major provider for patients with early-stage, recurrent, or aggressive head and neck cancers. The nationally recognized team of multidisciplinary specialists who care for these patients collaborate to manage patient care from the first consultation through treatment and follow-up.
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Ophthalmologic Surgery
Boston University Eye Associates offers routine eye examinations as well as a wide array of diagnostic evaluations and treatments for patients of all ages with eye conditions that include cataracts, ocular surface disorders, glaucoma, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. If necessary, ophthalmologists perform surgical treatments for the most common conditions and refer patients to specialists if other testing or treatment might be needed.
Boston University Eye Associates offers routine eye examinations as well as a wide array of diagnostic evaluations and treatments for patients of all ages with eye conditions that include cataracts, ocular surface disorders, glaucoma, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. If necessary, ophthalmologists perform surgical treatments for the most common conditions and refer patients to specialists if other testing or treatment might be needed.
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Orthopedic Surgery
The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Boston Medical Center, one of the most outstanding in New England, provides comprehensive, exceptional orthopedic care to every patient, without exception.
The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Boston Medical Center, one of the most outstanding in New England, provides comprehensive, exceptional orthopedic care to every patient, without exception.
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Pediatric Surgery
Boston Medical Center provides general surgery to infants, children and adolescents who require surgical intervention for routine and complex medical issues. The team partners with nurses, child life specialists and other departments to ensure that children receive care in a family friendly environment.
Boston Medical Center provides general surgery to infants, children and adolescents who require surgical intervention for routine and complex medical issues. The team partners with nurses, child life specialists and other departments to ensure that children receive care in a family friendly environment.
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Plastic Surgery
The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Boston Medical Center provides a range of services including plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery for trauma or cancer patients, hand surgery and microsurgery.
The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Boston Medical Center provides a range of services including plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery for trauma or cancer patients, hand surgery and microsurgery.
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Podiatry Surgery
Podiatrists at Boston Medical Center manage all foot disorders with expertise in preventing amputation, treating diabetic ulcers, wound infections, and performing reconstructive surgery. Other commonly treated conditions include high-risk diabetic foot care, arthritis, bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, arch pain (plantar fasciitis), neuromas, ankle sprains, Achilles tendon injuries, sports and work-related injuries (fracture/dislocations), and general management of nail and skin disorders.
Podiatrists at Boston Medical Center manage all foot disorders with expertise in preventing amputation, treating diabetic ulcers, wound infections, and performing reconstructive surgery. Other commonly treated conditions include high-risk diabetic foot care, arthritis, bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, arch pain (plantar fasciitis), neuromas, ankle sprains, Achilles tendon injuries, sports and work-related injuries (fracture/dislocations), and general management of nail and skin disorders.
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Surgical Oncology
Surgical oncologists provide comprehensive, expert surgical treatment for patients with a broad range of cancers. The team of surgeons, nurses, and support service personnel are among the best in the country, and the treatment approach, facilities, and technology available are state-of-the-art.
Surgical oncologists provide comprehensive, expert surgical treatment for patients with a broad range of cancers. The team of surgeons, nurses, and support service personnel are among the best in the country, and the treatment approach, facilities, and technology available are state-of-the-art.
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Thoracic Surgery
The Division of Thoracic Surgery provides comprehensive, expert care for patients with diseases of the lung, chest, or esophagus. The team of physicians, nurses, and support service personnel are among the best in the country, and the treatment approach, facilities, and technology available are state-of-the-art.
The Division of Thoracic Surgery provides comprehensive, expert care for patients with diseases of the lung, chest, or esophagus. The team of physicians, nurses, and support service personnel are among the best in the country, and the treatment approach, facilities, and technology available are state-of-the-art.
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Transgender Surgery
The Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery is the first center in New England to provide such a comprehensive program and is a leader nationally in delivery of transgender medical and surgical care.
The Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery is the first center in New England to provide such a comprehensive program and is a leader nationally in delivery of transgender medical and surgical care.
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Transplant Surgery
The Kidney Transplant Program at Boston Medical Center (BMC) is fully committed to providing every patient with exceptional care, without exception. Since our first transplant in 1977, our program has evolved into a high-quality service sought out by local, regional, national and international patients and their families.
The Kidney Transplant Program at Boston Medical Center (BMC) is fully committed to providing every patient with exceptional care, without exception. Since our first transplant in 1977, our program has evolved into a high-quality service sought out by local, regional, national and international patients and their families.
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Urologic Surgery
Patients in need of urologic care have access to the most advanced care using the latest technology and techniques.
Patients in need of urologic care have access to the most advanced care using the latest technology and techniques.
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Vascular Surgery
The Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery provides state-of-the-art surgical services and medical care for patients with vascular disease. Our vascular surgeons deliver high-quality care with a combination of medical therapies, cutting edge minimally-invasive techniques and complex open surgery.
The Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery provides state-of-the-art surgical services and medical care for patients with vascular disease. Our vascular surgeons deliver high-quality care with a combination of medical therapies, cutting edge minimally-invasive techniques and complex open surgery.
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Weight Loss Surgery
At Boston Medical Center, we work with each patient to find the best weight loss surgery option and treatment. Bariatric surgery can change your life, help you lose weight, and give you tools to manage your weight and weight-related health problems.
At Boston Medical Center, we work with each patient to find the best weight loss surgery option and treatment. Bariatric surgery can change your life, help you lose weight, and give you tools to manage your weight and weight-related health problems.
Residency and Fellowship
Surgery Residency Program
Surgery Fellowship Program
Chairs
Jennifer F Tseng, MD, MPH
Utley Professor and Chair of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Pancreas, Stomach, Biliary Tract, Hereditary Cancer Syndromes, Pancreatic Cysts
David McAneny, MD
Vice Chair of Surgery
Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Endocrine surgery, Surgical oncology, Pancreas surgery, Hepatobiliary surgery, GI tract surgery
Toby C Chai, MD
Special Interests
Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Reconstruction, Bladder Problems, Urinary Fistula
Stephen P Christiansen, MD
Special Interests
Pediatric Ophthalmology, Adult and Childhood Strabismus, Pediatric Cataract, Pediatric Glaucoma, Tearing
Gregory A Grillone, MD
Special Interests
Benign and Malignant Tumors of the Head and Neck, Robotic Surgery and Minimally Invasive Surgery for Head and Neck Tumors, Laryngeal, Voice and Swallowing Disorders, Surgical Treatment of Sleep Apnea, Diseases of the Trachea and Esophagus, Zenker's Diverticulum
Aviva Lee-Parritz, MD
Chair and Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston MA
Special Interests
Diabetes in pregnancy, Cervical incompetence, Surgical complications of pregnancy, Maternal heart disease, Medical complications of pregnancy
Paul Tornetta, MD
Professor and Chairman, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Orthopedic Trauma, Nonunion repair, Infected nonunions and fractures
Chiefs
Peter A Burke, MD
Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Nutritional support and injury prevention
Catherine C Chen, MD
Assistant Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Neonatal surgery; Pediatric general surgery; Thoracic surgery
Niloo M Edwards, MD
Special Interests
Aortic surgery, mitral valve repair, Endocarditis - infections of the heart
Alik Farber, MD
Special Interests
Peripheral Arterial Disease (claudication, critical ischemia), Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms, Carotid Stenosis, Dialysis Access, Diabetic foot
Jason F Hall, MD
Associate Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, Laparoscopic, Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Anorectal and Sphincter Sparing Surgery
Donald T Hess, MD
Director, Bariatric Surgery Program
Assistant Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Abdominal Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Gallbladder Surgery, Gastric Bypass Revision Surgery, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Surgery, General Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minimally Invasive Surgery
Sayeed K Malek, MBBS
Hau T Pham, DPM
Assistant Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Diabetic Foot ulcer, Wound care, Foot and Ankle trauma/injury, Bunion, hammertoes, Foot deformity
Jaromir Slama, MD
Assistant Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Special Interests
Body Contouring, Breast Surgery, Breast Reconstruction, Gender Affirming Surgery, Complex Reconstructions
