Boston Medical Center
Cardiology • Cambridge, MA
About
Summary: Boston Medical Center – Brighton is a 291-bed nonprofit teaching hospital affiliated with Boston University, located in Brighton. It offers comprehensive emergency and specialty care, with notable strengths in cardiovascular services, including an advanced center for cardiac surgery, a cutting-edge robotic surgery program, and a nationally recognized Stroke Center (Joint Commission Gold Seal). The hospital houses a Level III NICU and a robust cardiology/cardiac surgery program, serving a diverse local population and connected to broader Boston University Medical Campus resources. Key leadership and administrative contacts are listed, reflecting its organizational structure and ongoing programs in patient care, nursing, and supportive services.
Clinic Type
Cardiology
Address
Boston Medical Center – Brighton, 36 Cambridge St., Brighton, MA (Main Hospital campus)
Phone
1.617.789.5027
BMCPricingEstimates@bmc.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals (Dr. Michael Orlov): 4.2 out of 5 stars (10 ratings)
- Vitals (Dr. John Wylie): 4.9 out of 5 stars (14 ratings)
Patients praise
- Praise for individual cardiologists being thorough, compassionate, and attentive
- Patients report positive outcomes and successful management of complex cardiac conditions
- Recognition for high-quality cardiac surgery and advanced cardiac care procedures
- Staff and hospital environment described as helpful and pleasant by many patients
Common complaints
- Concerns regarding perceived incompetence or lack of follow-up on tests by specific providers
- Reports of poor communication and feeling rushed during appointments
- Complaints about administrative issues, such as difficulty scheduling or being assigned to out-of-network providers
- Negative experiences with hospital procedures and staff responsiveness in other departments impacting overall perception
"I could not have been in more capable and caring hands. Everyone with whom I interacted was both competent and caring."
— Patient story (Stephen Cloutier)"He ordered many tests but never followed up or pay attention to them. The words I can describe him are 'Negligence and unprofessional'."
— Vitals review (Dr. Carey D. Kimmelstiel)"They all show me the utmost respect, so I really do appreciate going there. And Dr. Misra is very personable and kind. He is honestly one of the best doctors I've ever had!"
— Patient story (Alex Marques)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- A Family Affair: One Cardiologist, Generations of Life-Saving Care | BMC Health System — Apr 6, 2026
- BMC Researcher Aims to Expand Access to Heart Care Around the World - HealthCity — Apr 17, 2026
- Boston Medical Center Health System Announces New Leadership Appointments and Expanded Roles to Support Integrated System Vision | Boston Medical Center — Jul 17, 2025
- Inclusive Innovation in Cardiometabolic Health - HealthCity — Nov 20, 2025
- Jessica Fetterman, PhD, Deepa M. Gopal, MD, Awarded NIH Grant to Explore Cardiovascular Disease | Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine — Sep 17, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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