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
The Endocrine Surgery team has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands as well as endocrine tumors in the gastrointestinal tract and pancreas. We collaborate with colleagues from endocrinology, gastroenterology, nephrology, radiology, medical oncology, and radiation oncology to provide multidisciplinary care to all patients.
The Endocrine Surgery team has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands as well as endocrine tumors in the gastrointestinal tract and pancreas. We collaborate with colleagues from endocrinology, gastroenterology, nephrology, radiology, medical oncology, and radiation oncology to provide multidisciplinary care to all patients.
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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 gender affirming 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 gender affirming care.
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Transplant Surgery
For more than 40 years, the Kidney Transplant Program at Boston Medical Center (BMC) has provided compassionate, expert care. Our experienced transplant surgeons are supported by a multidisciplinary clinical team, devoted to improving our patients’ quality of life through organ transplantation. The transplant team carefully guides patients and loved ones every step of the way throughout the process.
For more than 40 years, the Kidney Transplant Program at Boston Medical Center (BMC) has provided compassionate, expert care. Our experienced transplant surgeons are supported by a multidisciplinary clinical team, devoted to improving our patients’ quality of life through organ transplantation. The transplant team carefully guides patients and loved ones every step of the way throughout the process.
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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
Toby C Chai, MD
Stephen P Christiansen, MD
Gregory A Grillone, MD
Aviva Lee-Parritz, MD
Chair and Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston MA
Paul Tornetta, MD
Professor and Chairman, Boston University School of Medicine
Chiefs
Peter A Burke, MD
Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Niloo M Edwards, MD
Jason F Hall, MD
Associate Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Donald T Hess, MD
Director, Bariatric Surgery Program
Assistant Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Hau T Pham, DPM
Assistant Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine
Teviah E Sachs, MD, MPH
Associate Professor of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston MA
Special Interests
Surgical Oncology, Liver, Pancreas and Biliary Cancers, Cancers of the Stomach, Sarcoma, Melanoma
