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About Mass Eye and Ear

Mass Eye and Ear is a member of Mass General Brigham and a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. We are internationally renowned for exceptional eye and ENT (ear, nose, throat, and head and neck) patient care, research, and education, and are home to the world's largest vision and hearing research centers. Our clinicians and researchers work side-by-side to better understand these conditions, develop new treatments, conduct clinical trials—all with a shared goal of improving care and outcomes.

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Dedicated to Eye and ENT innovation and clinical excellence

At Mass Eye and Ear, a member of Mass General Brigham, we are committed to providing the highest quality and safest eye and ear, nose and throat care for patients—near and far. We have earned a reputation as a leader in eye, ear, nose, throat, and head and neck care, pushing the boundaries of medical innovation, advancing a culture of education and collaboration, and serving our diverse communities.

Patients from New England—and across the globe—turn to us for their ophthalmology and otolaryngology care. Our trusted clinicians are leaders in their fields and handle the most complex cases.

U.S. News & World Report ranks us as one of the best hospitals in Eye care, including (along with our partner, Massachusetts General Hospital) #4 for Ophthalmology

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Patients and visitors of Mass Eye and Ear

Here are some helpful resources for patients, families, and visitors.

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Our doctors provide outstanding care across dozens of specialties.

Locations

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Our network includes our main campus and sites throughout Greater Boston and beyond.

Patient Gateway

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Communicate with your care team, review medications, pay medical bills, and more.

Visitor information

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Services and programs

Mass Eye and Ear specializes in ophthalmology (eye care) and otolaryngology (ear, nose, throat, and head and neck care). Our clinicians provide care ranging from the routine to the very complex.
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Top hospital in Eye care

Mass Eye and Ear has the No. 1 ranking in New England in Ophthalmology, based on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals rankings.
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$100 million+

in research funding in 2025

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physicians and researchers

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Mass Eye and Ear, founded in 1824, is an international center for treatment and research and a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School.
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Education and training

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Stephen's story

Unified approach restores health and hope for young dad after rare tumor diagnosis

When mild hearing loss led to a surprising diagnosis, Stephen Greene turned to Mass General Brigham for expert, compassionate care. Discover how a multidisciplinary team including Mass Eye and Ear specialists helped him recover from a rare brain tumor and return to the life he loves.
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Eye and ENT clinical trials and research

As a leading specialty hospital, Mass Eye and Ear advances Eye and ENT research with the goal of improving diagnosis and treatment. Our investigators are engaged in ophthalmology and otolaryngology research from the laboratory through clinical trials, translating discoveries into new therapies, diagnostics, and care approaches that expand treatment options for our patients.
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Find and Eye or ENT clinical trial

Search Rally for Eye and ENT clinical trials

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Leadership

Our leaders are committed to the education of future healthcare professionals, as well as the education of the public concerning the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of eye and ENT diseases.

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CarolAnn Williams, president, Mass Eye and Ear

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You make the difference when you give

We invite you to partner with Mass Eye and Ear to improve the lives of people impacted by eye, ear, nose, throat, head and neck conditions.
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Learn more about Mass Eye and Ear

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Research and innovation

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Contact Mass Eye and Ear

Helpful, compassionate Mass Eye and Ear care coordinators are just a call away to help guide your care, answer questions, schedule appointments, and plan your visit.
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Mass Eye and Ear Phone Directory

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International Patient Services

Contact information for international patients

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