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Dr. Ashok Muniappan, MD

Dr. Ashok Muniappan, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Ashok Muniappan, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Boston, MA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Massachusetts General Hospital and Emerson Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

55 Fruit St Boston, MA 02114
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Muniappan specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Muniappan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Muniappan

4.1
13 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
77%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
23%
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Awesome Surgeon
My mother was diagnosed with lung cancer in both lungs and Dr Muniappan was her surgeon and we couldn’t have asked for a better surgeon. She underwent 2 surgeries 3 months apart and we can’t say enough how happy we were with not only Dr. Muniappan but his whole support staff, especially Dr Auchincloss.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michael LeClair – Jan 20, 2025
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Impatient, doesn’t listen, rude. More concerned with his own comfort/convenience than that of his patient.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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May 08, 2021
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Dr. Muniappan saved my loved one From having an unnecessary surgery that could have cost him his life!!! Dr. Muniappan conducts himself with the right amount of care, concern and empathy!!! I highly recommend him... Amazing Doctor, Amazing human being... we are grateful to you Ashok Minniappan!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mark and Kendra – Mar 04, 2020
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The best! upon first appointment explained everything to me and we took immediate action, Surgery scheduled and successful lobectomy within weeks of first appointment . Now Cancer free. and enjoying the rest of my life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bill B – Jan 25, 2020
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Rude - doesn't listen - more concern for his convenience that patients' Technical ability - I'm still here, so no questions on this end. Would not recommend because of his attitude. Must be others equally competent.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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MA – Nov 09, 2018
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Best of the best! Our initial appointment with Dr. Muniappan was to seek a second opinion for my Dad's lung cancer diagnosis. Upon meeting with Dr. M we knew right away we had found the perfect surgeon. His diagnosis was right on and his treatment plan made a perfect sense. He gave every effort to try VATS first so his elderly patient could benefit from this minimal invasive surgery. He operated more than six hours yet still made time to meet with us afterwards. Nicest doctor,truly amazing!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
B.B in MA – Sep 07, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ashok Muniappan, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Boston, MA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Massachusetts General Hospital and Emerson Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Tufts University

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Massachusetts General Hospital55 Fruit St Boston, MA 02114
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Practice

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital789 Central Ave Dover, NH 03820
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St
    Boston, MA 02114
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Emerson Hospital

    133 Old Road To 9 Acre Cor
    Concord, MA 01742
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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