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Dr. Bob Carter, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 60
Dr. Bob Carter, MD
4.4 (22 Ratings)

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Dr. Bob Carter, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA.
Dr. Bob Carter, MD
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Dr. Bob Carter, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 60
Boston, MA
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Bob Carter, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA.

About

Dr. Carter graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard Medical School.Dr. Bob Carter, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA and has 32 years experience. Dr. Carter currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Carter has experience treating conditions like Cancer of Cerebral Meninges and Meningiomas among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Carter received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 22 times. Dr. Carter's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Carter also speaks French. Dr. Carter is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Destruction of Brain Tumor
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Meningiomas
Destruction of Brain Tumor
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Meningiomas
Benign Neoplasm of Brain
Brain Cancer
Cerebral Edema
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari's Deformity
Cranial Nerve Cancer
Hypothalamus Cancer
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Subdural Hemorrhage
Traumatic Brain Injury
Brain Surgery
Acoustic Neuroma
Aneurysm
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Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
Brain Aneurysm
Brain Disorders
Cancer
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Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chordoma
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Cranial Trauma
Craniopharyngioma
Degenerative Disc Disease
Epilepsy
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Herniated Disc
Hydrocephalus
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Low Back Pain
Myelopathy
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Obstructive Hydrocephalus
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Polyneuropathy
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Secondary Malignancies
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spine Disorders
Stroke
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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Thrombosis
Vascular Disease
Aneurysm Clipping
Brain Tumor Surgery
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Carotid Ultrasound
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Herniated Disc Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Pituitary Gland Tumor Excision
Pituitary Gland Tumor Resection
Pituitary Surgery
Spinal Fusion
Stereotaxis

Insurance Accepted

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  • United Healthcare
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Cigna
  • Molina
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Tricare
    Health Net
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
  • Tufts Health Plans
  • Federal Employee Program (FEP)

Locations

  1. 1 Massachusetts General Hospital
    55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carter
4.4
Based on 22 Reviews
5 Stars (18)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Jul 13, 2019
I am a California resident that was seeking a Neurosurgeon for a Meningioma. After consulting with Dr. Carter, I decided to travel to Massachusetts General Hospital to have the surgery. His expertise along with his ability to communicate with his patients is exceptional.
Thomas M. Love — Jul 13, 2019
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About Me

Languages Spoken
French
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Harvard Medical School-Massachusetts General Hospital
    1993
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard Medical School
    1998
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Bob Carter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carter's profile.

Dr. Carter frequently treats the following conditions: Cancer of Cerebral Meninges and Meningiomas. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Bob Carter, MD is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Bob Carter, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, Boston, MA