Dr. Roger L. Christian, MD | Boston, MA | General Surgeon

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Dr. Roger Christian is a surgeon specializing in gastroenterology and surgical oncology with six decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, bringing extensive expertise to complex surgical cases. Patients benefit from his 60 years of dedicated practice in these specialized fields.

Dr. Christian practices at two prestigious Boston locations: Brigham and Women's Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. His surgical expertise focuses on gastrointestinal conditions and cancer treatment procedures. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
5

9 Ratings
60 years of experience
Harvard Medical School
6 written reviews
3 specialties
2 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Christian's Ratings and Reviews

5

9 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Dr. Roger Christian saved my sanity; he was calm, knowledgeable, able to give me breathing room to make a good decision and a par excellence surgeon. How I wish there were more like Dr. Christian in the medical community.

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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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September 16th, 2015

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Dr. Christian is an exceptional doctor, surgeon and human being. He is so kind and caring and I knew that I was in the best hands possible. I am so thankful that he was my surgeon. He took great care of me.

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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

February 2nd, 2012

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Dr. Christian is an exceptional doctor. He clearly explained all procedures in a very kind and gentle manner. I was so grateful to have him as my doctor during the most stressful time of my life.

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

September 12th, 2011

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Excellent surgeon and exceptional human being.

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

May 31st, 2011

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Dr. Christian is an exceptional doctor/surgeon. He had an appreciation of my anxiety while under his care. He is thorough, and took whatever time necessary to answer my questions and calm my anxieties. His surgical procedure was flawless (I am often complimented by other doctors/surgeons who want to know who performed the surgery).

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

June 1st, 2010

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Dr. Christian was referred to us and we did not know at the time what an exceptional man we had been referred. He treated us both, with knowledge,kindness and respect during the most difficult time. I would recommend this gentleman surgeon to anyone requiring his skill and empathy.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

April 26th, 2010

Brigham And Womens Hospital

75 Francis StBoston, MA 02115

Dana Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

Tel: (617) 632-3000

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Roger Lawton Christian, MD	Dr. Henry Lin, FACS, MD	Dr. Jacobo Borovoy	Dr. Hyoung Tae Kwon
Surgery	Surgery	Pediatrics	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (9 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
60 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience	36 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English
Boston , MA	Easton , MA	BRIGHTON , MA	Boston , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School	Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine	Med School: Universidad Anahuac Escuela De Medicina	Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
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Gastroenterology
Surgical Oncology

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1966.

NPI Number

Dr. Christian's NPI number is 1831156199.

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