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Dr. Bob Carter, MD

Dr. Bob Carter, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Bob Carter, MD is a neurosurgeon in Boston, MA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

55 Fruit St Ste 506 Boston, MA 02114
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(617) 726-8581

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Carter is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Carter is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Carter specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • 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. Carter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carter

4.4

22 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
14%
14%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
EM – Jan 25, 2024
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Thomas M. Love – Jul 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 25, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Carla Parra / Jordan Conner in La Jolla , CA – Feb 08, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kimberly A. in Northbridge, MA – Jun 28, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Carter's goal is to try to help patients navigate the complexities of treatment for brain tumor and brain vascular lesions. By focusing on a multidisciplinary strategy with outstanding colleagues at Massachusetts General Hospital and Massachusetts...read more

biography

Bob S. Carter is Professor and Chief of Neurosurgery at the Massachusetts General Hospital, where he specializes in the treatment of primary brain tumors and complex intracranial surgery for skull base and vascular lesions. Dr. Carter trained at...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Massachusetts General Hospital-harvard Medical School

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • Harvard Medical School-massachusetts General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Carter is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office55 Fruit St Ste 506 Boston, MA 02114
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Massachusetts General Hospital

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

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      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
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