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Dr. Peter Mowschenson, MB

Dr. Peter Mowschenson, MB

General Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Mowschenson, MB is a general surgeon in Brookline, MA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY / UNIVERSITY OF LONDON FACILITY OF MEDICINE in 1973. He is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 136 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (136 reviews)

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1180 Beacon St Brookline, MA 02446
Telehealth available

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Dr. Mowschenson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mowschenson

4.8
136 ratings, 104 with a written review
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Down to Earth doctor who makes himself available
Telehealth
Dr. Mowschenson is a no nonsense, efficient but caring doctor. He makes himself available to his patients without the usual hassles, and is highly experienced in his field. I was able to meet him via telehealth services and I was able to schedule my parathyriodectomy much more quickly than elsewhere. Surgery was a breeze. I would absolutely recommend him.
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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Heather Salmeron-Garcia – Jul 26, 2024
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Best surgical experience ever!
Dr. Mowschenson was absolutely phenomenal from his first call to me (yes he calls directly!) to his follow up after surgery. His entire staff was pleasant to deal with and certainly take their lead from Dr M!
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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Brian Meehan – Oct 25, 2023
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Amazing
Dr Mowschenson is the best. There honestly aren’t enough stars to give him and his team. Thank you for a wonderful experience from start to finish.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ed – Oct 21, 2023
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Dr. Peter Mowschenson
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Peter Mowschenson....not only is he a highly skilled surgeon, but is a knowledgeable, compassionate, and personable professional. I had a severe case of Hyperparathyroidism & Hypercalcemia and he was recommended to diagnose and verify that I had dysfunctional Parathyroid glands....he performed my surgery yesterday at Beth Israel and I couldn't have asked for a better outcome! He is simply the BEST!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Doug Glazier – Jun 15, 2023
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I never would have believed that my parathyroidectomy would make me feel normal and like my younger energetic self. Dr. Mowschenson took my fear of surgery away, and was always available by texting or phone to answer questions I had. Dr. Mowschenson has a kind and gentle manner and I would recommend him to anyone. Have the parathyroidectomy, you won't believe how wonderful you will feel. Anita B. Westborough
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
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Anita Breeze – Mar 31, 2023
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This was my first telehealth experience. I had my parathyroidectomy 2 weeks ago and have been very pleased with the result. Dr. Mowschenson's website, "bostonparathyroidsurgery.com" was very informative. It has been easy to reach out to him with questions. He customized my care from speaking with my endocrinologist to gather more information about my workup, to the timing of my surgery, and follow up calls after the surgery. I would highly recommend him.
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
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Feb 23, 2023
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I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Mowschenson. When I called his office after being referred to him for parathyroid surgery, he returned my call promptly. He immediately evidenced calm competence, was very friendly, reassuring, informative and responsive, Hi s website gives a thorough over its of hyperparathyroidism and what the surgery involves. He called promptly after my scans to report the results and to discuss next steps. Scheduling the surgery was easy, and the whole procedure went well. I would recommend Dr. Mowschenson very highly!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 01, 2023
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Satisfying professional experience
I cannot say enough, how good an experience I have had with Dr. Mowschenson and his entire staff, from my first visit that was a consult/workup to my surgery . It has been 10 days since I had thyroid surgery. Dr. Mowschenson and his staff did a wonderful job. Easy communication all my questions through calls,texts or emails were answered on short time. Dr. Mowschenson personally answered all my questions and explained everything and assured me along the way. The surgery day all staff was very professionally everything went smoothly all things explained. After the surgery pain was minimal my recovery was good. You can be rest assured that you will receive high quality, excellent care. I highly recommend Dr. Mowschenson and his entire staff. I will definitely refer anyone i care about
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Samah Elhassan – Dec 21, 2022
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Highly recommend Dr. Mowschenson!!
Dr. Mowschenson is a caring and thoughtful doctor from the first meeting to the surgery and afterwards!! He calmed my worries and answered all my questions regarding my thyroid surgery. He was able to remove my enlarged thyroid without iodine and after the surgery there was no pain and no scar!! His follow up care was the best!! His medical team and Andrea were also so supportive and caring. Thank you Dr Mowschenson for your outstanding care and surgical skills!! Jeanne C.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jeanne C. – Nov 08, 2022
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Excellent surgeon
Had my parathyroids removed. Everything went according to plan. Incredibly efficient surgeon.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 02, 2022
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Don't go to anyone else
Dr. M was recommended above all other surgeons by my endocrinologist when I had decided a partial thyroidectomy was my preferred treatment route. He shared that Dr. M was next level experienced and smart that if anything were to go wrong, he could think on his feet for the best outcome. His office is efficient, scheduling was easy, & he was patient with all my questions. His whole approach was patient centered (not seen much these days), & his website was so informative. He is reachable directly via all modern communication methods, unlike most drs where you go through layers of people & phone queues to reach someone who may or may not be helpful. He is personable, professional, an excellent communicator, reassuring & most importantly, an outstanding surgeon. The outpatient operation went smoothly and as expected. It's clear that the pre-op and post-op nurses adore him (always a good sign!). The results were as expected for me, and the scar is barely noticeable one year out. 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dale – Oct 25, 2022
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The best!
I cannot say enough positive things about Dr. Mowschenson! He conducted a full thyroidectomy for me. Throughout the process, he was responsive and reassuring (which helped ease my concerns significantly leading up to the surgery). The surgery/post surgery was exactly as he had described on his website, and the scar is already minimal (4 weeks post surgery). Andrea (Dr. Mowschenson’s administrative assistant) was also super helpful and lovely to work with! Highly recommend all around!
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
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Oct 21, 2022
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Excellent doctor
Dr Mowschenson operated on me for hyperparathyroidism 10 months ago. He is personable, very thorough, professional and no nonsense. Gets to the point quickly. His office staff is also excellent. The outpatient operation went smoothly and quickly. A very, very small incision—invisible by 6 months post surgery. All of my symptoms are gone: weakness, hair loss (growing back at 6 months), joint pain, etc. So very happy with the results and I recommend Dr. Mowschenson wholeheartedly.
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
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Paula Levine – Aug 30, 2022
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Exceptional Surgeon!
I was referred by a friend and reached out to Dr. M for a 2nd opinion via email on a Saturday. He called me within an hour! I knew without a doubt within the 1st phone call that if I had to have surgery, he was my guy! Fast forward a few months and my thyroidectomy surgery with Dr. Mowschenson was seamless. My incision is healing beautifully and after only 2 weeks no one even notices! My complete confidence in Dr. M helped keep my anxiety levels in check and I feel hugely grateful to him for making my surgery and recovery a huge success!
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
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Brenda M – Aug 19, 2022
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Dr. Mowschenson made surgery a much less anxiety-provoking experience. I can’t thank him enough!
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
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Jul 12, 2022
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Amazing surgeon
Dr. Mowschenson is a phenomenal and kind surgeon. He initially called me on a Saturday night, soon after my diagnosis. He was reassuring and explained everything clearly. My thyroid surgery went smoothly, and the recovery has been great. He called me again on a Saturday, while on vacation, to discuss the pathology. I can't recommend him enough.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Susan S – Apr 03, 2022
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Parathyroid Surgery
Surgery went very smoothly. Scar is looking good already. Dr Mowchesenson and his staff were very helpful and communication was excellent!
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
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SW – Mar 20, 2022
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Pararthyroid Surgery
Outstanding patient connection. Online resources for information were very helpful in understanding the procedure. Dr. Mowschenson's personal outreach for communication was remarkable and reassuring.
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
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Susan – Mar 02, 2022
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I had a great experience having my parathyroid removed by Dr. Mowshenson and his team at SEMC. Professional, informative, competent, and caring.
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
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Feb 16, 2022
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He is thorough and very responsive.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Marissa Grilli – Jan 23, 2022
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Dr. Peter Mowschenson, MB is a general surgeon in Brookline, MA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY / UNIVERSITY OF LONDON FACILITY OF MEDICINE in 1973. He is...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • Beth Israel Hospital Harvard

    Residency Hospital
  • Guys Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of London / United Medical And Dental Schools Of Guy's And Saint Thomas's Hospitals

    Undergraduate School
  • Kings College School Of Medicine And Dentistry / University Of London Facility Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Practice

Anderson Holdings1180 Beacon St Brookline, MA 02446
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Ave
    Boston, MA 02215
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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