Dr. George Tolis, MD | Boston, MA | Cardiothoracic Surgeon

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Dr. George Tolis treats coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and myocardial ischemia, and performs aortic valve replacement, coronary artery bypass graft, and minimally-invasive heart surgery. He practices thoracic surgery and surgery and has 31 years of experience.

Dr. Tolis earned his degree from Harvard Medical School and is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and Boston Medical Center Brighton, seeing patients in Boston, Massachusetts, and New York, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Tolis 4.33 out of 5.

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4.3

39 Ratings
31 years of experience
Harvard Medical School
16 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
4 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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4.3

39 Ratings with 16 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Dr. Tolis was kind and compassionate as well as having a sense of humor. During a very scary time for us we felt confident that everything would come out alright. My husband had an aortic aneurism repaired and has been well ever since.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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March 26th, 2019

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Thank you Dr. Tolis for taking excellent care of my dad. I can not recommend you enough. You are very attentive, kind, and caring. I can tell you care and enjoy the work you do. You were able to manage our big family and repeated things without a fuss. Thank you for giving us a second chance and reassuring us God willingly our dad will have an excellent surgery.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 16th, 2019

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"The experience with Dr. Tolis was wonderful. He is the warmest, most engaged surgeon I have ever met (and I have met many). His confidence and ability to communicate before and after the procedure has helped me to heal ahead of the average timeline. When you lay down on the first gurney, you become the passenger/observer. That can be a cause of fear and anxiety. Having a doctor like this really makes you feel you will be OK." Jim Iodice Aortic Valve, Double Bypass done at Massachusetts General Hospital on 04 /24/2018

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 19th, 2018

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He was on call and saved my daddy’s life the night before Father’s Day. Forever grateful.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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June 23rd, 2018

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Dr Tolis Jr is the surgeon I had for open heart surgery. I have a great deal of respect for this doctor and want the world to know. Thank you Dr. Tolis

November 3rd, 2017

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Preformed open hart surgery on me Friday afternoon and I was Home on Wednesday feeling pretty good. I would say that’s a job well done.

November 2nd, 2017

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He saved my dad's life by repairing a very serious and usually fatal aortic dissection.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner

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August 20th, 2017

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Dr. Tolas saved my life 8 years ago. I was rushed to Lenox Hill Hospital in NYC with severe chest pain. It was an aortic dissection. I was lucky that it was Dr Tolas who performed the surgery. Thank you Dr Tolas

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October 10th, 2014

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I am extremely grateful for dr. Tolis' s work. He is an exceptional professional and conducted the surgery and post surgery procedures to the highest level of quality and comfort. Thank you.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 5th, 2013

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At the age of 51 doctor Tolis performed a Tripple bypass. On me. I couldn't. Have found a more dedicated and compassionate professional.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 19th, 2013

Brigham And Womens Hospital

75 Francis StBoston, MA 02115

Tel: (617) 732-5500

Lenox Hill Hospital

100 E 77th StNew York, NY 10075

Tel: (212) 434-2000

Boston Medical Center Brighton

736 Cambridge StBrighton, MA 02135

Tel: (617) 789-3000

Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114

Tel: (617) 726-2000


Dr. George Tolis JR., MD	Constantine P Spanos	Mark Archer Eckardt	Abdulaziz Saleh Alfadhel
Thoracic Surgery	Colorectal Surgery	Surgical Oncology	Anesthesiology

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31 Years of Experience	34 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Boston , MA	BOSTON , MA	Boston , MA	MEDFORD , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School	Med School: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki Medical School	Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: King Saud University Riyadh College Of Medicine
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Dr. George Tolis holds an expired medical license in the states of Massachusetts and New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Tolis' NPI number is 1841272283.

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Where is Dr. George Tolis's office located?: Dr. George Tolis's office is located at 75 Francis St, Boston, MA, 02115.
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Which hospitals is Dr. George Tolis affiliated with?: Dr. George Tolis is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham And Womens Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and Boston Medical Center Brighton.

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