Tamara Bockow Kaplan, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.77931 average rating from 58 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
Dr. Tamara Kaplan is a neurologist specializing in multiple sclerosis and other neuroimmunologic conditions. Dr. Kaplan graduated from the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her residency in the Mass General Brigham Harvard Neurology Residency Program and a fellowship in multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Kaplan serves as Vice Chair of Education for the Mass General Brigham Department of Neurology and is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. She is deeply involved in educating medical students, residents, and fellows and developing innovative approaches to neurology education.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Neurology/MS-Neuroimmunology, 2017
- Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Neurology, 2016
- Internship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2013
- Medical Education: University of Pennsylvania, 2012
Board Certifications
- Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.77931 average rating from 58 reviews
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I was very thankful to get an appointment so quickly. Everyone was exceptional. Took the time to listen to me and I did not feel rushed out. I am very happy we went to this facility
2026-08-05
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I felt listened to and heard by Dr. Kaplan and colleagues. I was able to express my concerns in regards to some medical experiences that I was having for the last couple weeks prior to the appointment. One of the things I also appreciated was the explanation of some medications that would have been helpful or maybe helpful for some additional medical supports for me in regards to my medical care that I asked for and also just being able to voice my concerns and my decisions and feeling I felt
2026-07-24
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This was my first visit with Dr. Kaplan. I am grateful for the time she spent with me, her experience and expertise were evident. She was patient with my history and my questions, and she seems to have outstanding problem solving skills. As I am switching my medical care from another institution, Dr. Kaplan offers a new perspective, and a refreshing change.
2026-07-15
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Hi, I spent a little bit too much time, I think, with a younger doctor who did a lot of the intake for me, all my discussion about my issues, records. She was great taking notes and she was great checking my body for things and then discussing me with the doctor. But I think she actually spent more time with me than the main doctor that I was supposed to see and then she joined in actually with the group, with the two of them. And she was great, but I was not expecting to spend more than half of my time with her, which I think was the case this time. So with the original doctor, Kaplan, who I was scheduled with, did spend time with me. I felt like it was a little bit more rushed by the time she came in with me. And she did take the time to sit with me and talk. And they discussed among themselves, but I wish I could have spent a little more time with the actual doctor. Thank you.
2026-07-03
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Dr. Kaplan is brilliant and understands MS and made a good decision on my part to change my medicine and she's very patient and understanding.
2026-06-18
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I have been a patient of Dr. Kaplan for many years. She always treats me with respect and greets me with a smile. She takes an appropriate amount of time with me and listens very carefully. She is always interested in my care and well-being. We always talk about cutting edge research and I feel that she has my best interest at heart. She made a point of it to walk me to the front desk personally to make sure that I had an appropriate timeframe for follow up. Given her new educational duties her schedule is somewhat limited. As long as I book appointments while in advance, I know I will be well cared for. She's a fantastic provider and should be commended.
2026-06-17
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She is always friendly, calm, and interested in what I say. For example untold that I sing well, though my talking is bad. She expressed that this was interesting and had her accompany use her iPhone to find a song for me to sing to. I felt very good about what I had shown them!
2026-06-04
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very Warm, knowledgeable, professional
2026-05-27
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Dr Kaplan is lovely and I always feel heard and supported in her care.
2026-05-20
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I had top notch care from start to finish.
2026-04-21
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Dr. Kaplan is exceptional, knowledgeable, priceless. She is educated and she has referred me to many exceptional doctors. She is the best.
2026-04-10
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Yes, I've been seeing Dr. Kaplan for a long time. I really like her very much, so I'm very happy with her. Only thing I'm not happy, but it's good for her. She's being promoted to some level of a chair. So I'll only be able to see her every year now instead of every six months. So I'm going to have to swap between her and the nurse practitioner. So it's good for her. She's very good. I like her a lot. At least I can still see her, but like I said, no complaints on her. I like her very much.
2026-03-13
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She's great! Best neurologist I ever had
2026-03-04
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Dr.Kaplan is always caring & is up to date with my diagnosis.
2026-03-04
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I very much appreciate Tamara Bockow-Kaplan because she takes care of me and she sees things that I'm even unaware of. She takes the time and effort to make sure that I am going to be well cared for. [redacted] I appreciate her ongoing care.
2026-02-27
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I think Doctor Kaplan is the best provider I have ever had at the MS center
2026-02-25
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Dr. Kaplan is wonderful, very smart, very educated, and a beautiful person. Thank you.
2026-02-20
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She really cares and pays attention.
2026-02-17
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Dr. Kaplan is an amazing provider. She's interested in your life. She's got fantastic experience and medical knowledge, and she knows exactly how to treat a patient. She knows how to care for a patient, and she really doesn't just care for you, she cares for your whole family. I can't imagine anybody else treating me for my MS except Dr. Kaplan. She's absolutely remarkable, and I'm so grateful that the Brigham hired her. Thank you.
2026-02-27
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Dr. Kaplan always listens to my questions and concerns and addresses them accordingly. I never feel rushed at my appointment and I always feel heard and responses are given that match what would be appropriate in my situation.
2026-01-30
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Dr. Kaplan provided great care and listened to all my concerns and questions. I felt listened to and heard by Dr. Kaplan. Thank you for everything you do and helping with my medical care!
2025-12-24
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Dr. Kaplan is the best. She takes the time to explain things to you & to answer any questions that you may have.
2025-12-17
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Shes awesome.
2025-12-16
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Dr. Kaplan is the best. I wouldn't go to anyone else.
2025-12-11
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Dr. Kaplan took time to talk about my concerns and after the examination was able to reassure me by comparing the results of this exam with my previous one.
2025-12-11
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I love Dr. Kaplan - she is a thoughtful and compassionate doctor. I feel very grateful for her support, especially in dealing with a complicated and seemingly unpredictable (at least to me!) disease like MS.
2025-12-11
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Dr. Kaplan is a caring knowledgable physician who provides excellent care. She is a warm and caring person as well!
2025-11-19
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Dr Kaplan was fantastic, she laid out my diagnosis and suggested treatment plans that made sense. I could not have asked for anything better.
2025-10-09
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My experience with Dr.Kaplan is always wonderful
2025-09-17
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