William Rutherfoord Boysen, MD
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4.842066 average rating from 271 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
Dr. Boysen graduated from Amherst College and obtained his medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed urology residency at the University of Chicago Medical Center and fellowship in complex genitourinary reconstruction and cancer survivorship at Duke University Medical Center. He is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School and serves as the Assistant Program Director for the Brigham and Women's Urology Residency Training Program.
He is board certified in urology and a member of the American Urological Association (AUA) and the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons (GURS).
Dr. Boysen's clinical and research interests include all aspects of reconstructive urology: urethral reconstruction, genitourinary trauma, gender affirmation surgery, and prosthetic urology. He is particularly interested in the care of cancer survivors and managing the long-term side effects of their life-saving treatments. He also works closely with colleagues in Plastic Surgery to provide all forms of gender affirming bottom surgery.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, 2020
- Residency: University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, Urology, 2019
- Internship: University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, General Surgery, 2014
- Medical Education: Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, 2013
Board Certifications
- Urology, American Board of Urology
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.842066 average rating from 271 reviews
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Yes, my name is [redacted] and my doctor is Dr. Boysen. I believe in my heart and soul that he is one of the best doctors urology has. He explained everything to me, gave me prescription what I needed and was listening to everything I said and I think he's just a wonderful doctor.
2026-08-07
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Remarkable doctor, remarkable person.
2026-08-07
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Very respectful, professional, and compassionate
2026-08-05
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The entire experience with the Doctor was pleasant and comfortable. He provided very detailed information in an easy to understand format. He was very patient and understanding. [redacted]
2026-08-05
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He is exceptional, kind and thoughtful.
2026-07-25
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Very happy Explained what was going to happen.
2026-07-25
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You are very lucky to have Dr. Boysen on staff. Very attentive knowledgeable and kind. I am so happy that I found him as my urologist.
2026-07-22
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Dr Boysen is always very professional and directly to the point.
2026-07-22
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Doctors fantastic [redacted]
2026-07-24
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The receptionist was not at all interested in helping me or doing her job. The medical staff was outstanding.
2026-07-21
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Dr Boysen was excellent, he even apologized for being 10 minutes late. He was very aware of my extensive history and took great care giving me confidence in my upcoming surgery.
2026-07-20
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Very caring
2026-07-20
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The doctor was very nice and listened to what I had to say
2026-07-15
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The provider is very good. I had an emergency procedure because of a complication from an onchological gynecological surgery. I was well taken care of.
2026-07-12
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What I like about him is he goes through different options with you. He reviews your whole folder with you since your last visit and then if anything came up or whatever or anything that you want to explore, he takes time to explain everything to you, the policy and the cons.
2026-07-10
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My meeting went very well, discussed all information and was comfortable talking about my prognosis.
2026-07-07
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He was very thorough and respectful.
2026-07-03
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William Boysen is the best. Real comfortable with him. Very polite and kind and knows his stuff.
2026-07-03
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Dr Boysen was fantastic. He explained everything about the urology portion of my operation to my complete satisfaction. I will feel highly comfortable with Dr. Boysen scrubbing in on my op! :-)
2026-07-02
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I was treated with great care and respect. Thank you to them. Dr. Boysen is an excellent doctor.
2026-06-30
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Doctor Boysen was great talking to me about medical promblem
2026-06-30
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Dr. Boysen is the best-knowledgeable and caring. Very patiently listened to my yaking. Good man!
2026-06-28
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It was sufficient and efficient as a meeting
2026-06-28
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This routine visit went well. All people I saw were prompt, respectful, attentive, and clear communicators.
2026-06-27
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I needed a second opinion, on multiple topics, I got exactly what I was looking for
2026-06-24
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Dr. Boysen has always listened to me and been extremely supportive.
2026-06-23
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The office didn't explain the need for a urine sample and subsequent bladder emptying test. I was put under a lot of pressure to provide a sample when I was not ready too.
2026-06-23
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Veery good experience. This provider fit me into his schedule to deal with a very urgent problem.
2026-06-17
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I liked him. He explained my opinions in a way I understood
2026-06-17
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Never have had a bad experience with this office. They are always on time and very polite. Dr. Boysen is careful and very compassionate. Spent a lot of time with me discussing options for my problem. No issues at all. I would highly recommend him as a provider.
2026-06-15
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Dr. Boysen has my complete confidence.
2026-06-13
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Dr. Boysen is an excellent provider and I feel lucky to be in his care.
2026-06-11
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Straightforward and compassionate. A rare combination.
2026-06-11
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I was really impressed with Dr Boysen.
2026-06-08
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Dr Boysen is great. [redacted]
2026-06-07
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Dr Boysen treated me professionally and with respect. I would recommend him to my family and friends.
2026-06-04
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Dr Boysen listened and answered my questions in a friendly and personable manner. He was patient and I felt heard.
2026-05-26
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I think that he is very knowledgeable. He gives me a lot of information. He listens to what I have to say and then adds comments and gives me ideas what to do with my issue. I really think that he is a great doctor and I recommend him.
2026-05-18
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Dr. Boysen clearly understood my concerns and gave me all the information I needed to make my decision for surgery.
2026-05-11
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Though he was a bit late , most drs are and he did not make me feel rushed for time despite this. He was very personable and respectful. He made sure all my questions were answered and was very knowledgeable .
2026-05-06
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I want to say I appreciate the fact that Dr. Boysen actually read the information I had provided in all of the forms provided to me prior to my appointment. He is rare in that regard. He knew my history, and the issues I was dealing with when we sat down, so I didn't need to provide my whole history from scratch. This allowed us to use our time much more constructively, and allowed us to spend more time trying to find solutions rather than just me repeating things I already provided in the forms.
2026-05-03
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Yeah, Dr. Boysen was well organized, very professional, and very informative during the time that I spent with him.
2026-05-04
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Given the strange circumstances, the doctor was gracious and helpful.
2026-05-02
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Dr. Boysen was excellent.
2026-05-02
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He is an amazing surgeon, a dedicated Physician, and possesses a quality character.
2026-04-15
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He listens and tries to help in anyway he can in hopes of solving your problem.
2026-04-13
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I've been seeing Dr. Boysen for a while now, & we have a good rapport. My situation is pretty much stable, with little more that can be done at this point. We meet once a year & if I have any issues, I contact him through patient gateway.
2026-04-02
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Very straightforward physician, which is exactly what I would want.
2026-04-02
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I enjoy Doctor's thoughtful comments and suggestions.
2026-03-31
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Dr. Boysen and the nurse were very professional
2026-03-28
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Dr. Boysen is excellent - he has a good understanding of my medical issues - and he explained the test results and go-forward options in a clear and patient way.
2026-03-24
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Dr. Boysen is very experienced urologist, always thinks about problems and assists in treating the issues.
2026-03-26
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Everything was just fine
2026-03-24
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He is a wonderful doctor
2026-03-09
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The receptionist was fantastic, kind, courteous, respectful, super organized, one of the best welcomes I've had in the place. And the doctor was not only open and communicative, but has been amazing with follow-up. Couldn't be happier.
2026-02-26
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Dr. Boysen listens, really listens, and he is upbeat. He is clearly an extremely expert physician. He is a "friend".
2026-02-22
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Dr. Boysen was very helpful in answering all my questions and concerns. He explained everything regarding my upcoming procedure in great detail. I was very pleased after my discussion with Dr. Boysen.
2026-02-17
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This was my initial visit with this provider for an issue that other providers have treated. I'm seeing a positive difference and am very impressed and satisfied with this provider.
2026-02-15
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Everything thing went fine.
2026-02-14
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Dr Boysen is a gifted physician and an equally gifted communicator. He makes you feel valued and heard as a patient.
2026-02-14
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Most men, including myself, have going to the urologist, but Dr. Boysen makes the experience as comfortable as possible. And, he is clearly very knowledgeable and competent.
2026-02-13
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Dr. Boysen is terrific. He asks the right questions, listens attentively, discusses conditions and treatment options. Thank you Dr. Boysen.
2026-02-11
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BEST OF BEST
2026-02-26
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He was very respectful, professional, good listener and explained well. Was also open to further discussion if I had questions in the future. He had some good tips to deal with some situations I was experiencing. Can't think of one negative aspect of our appointment.
2026-02-25
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Dr. Boysen is kind, considerate, knowledgeable, and respectful. I am greatly looking forward to pursuing surgery with him and I can't recommend him strongly enough to anyone seeking gender affirming care.
2026-01-21
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I have seen Dr Boysen for a number of years. I find his medical advice to be always on point and extremely accurate. He is easy to talk to about sensitive subjects. He makes you feel at ease. I drive by over hundreds of urologist to make my appointments with him.
2026-01-21
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The doctor is a very good guy, very bedside manner. I thought he was very good. He explained everything. I really, really look forward to seeing him. He showed he really cares.
2026-01-19
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Excellent. I specifically asked for Dr. Boysen
2026-01-17
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Dr. Boysen was very attentive and listened and answered all my questions and helped me through a difficult situation. So I can't think of anything he could have done better. Plus, the office was incredibly efficient. I couldn't believe how quickly I was seen and going through a number of procedures quickly and then seeing Dr. Boysen. It was pretty amazing.
2026-01-15
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Dr Boysen should be an example for which others follow. He is kind patient and caring. He doesn't make you feel rushed or like just another number. He a Dr. Like doctors of the days were you were made to feel listen to and you mattered to them. He is a young man with really good values and compassion. In a field where rushing patient through like an assembly line He has manger to still leads in making his patient feel listened to and important. More Dr. Should follow his lead.
2026-01-12
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Excellent. Explains what is going on and listens to me.
2026-01-01
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Dr Boysen is an amazing physician who cares very much about his patients. He is kind, knowledgeable and a wonderful person. I would highly recommend him.
2025-12-29
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2025-12-28
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Great doctor. Very knowledgeable and addressed all my questions thoroughly and respectfully. Highly recommend Dr Boysen
2025-12-24
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Excellent visit
2025-12-07
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Dr. Boysen was excellent. He explained my options clearly, with pictures and words, and was very open about the benefits and risks associated with each of the options. He answered all my questions, and demonstrated throughout that he was listening to my concerns. At the end of the consult, I agreed to the option that he thought was best and Dr. Boysen looked at his calendar and scheduled the surgery right in the session. I left feeling optimistic about the outcomes.
2025-12-03
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I was impressed by Dr. Boysen's competence and concern. He answered my questions well and patiently and eased my anxiousness about my upcoming procedure.
2025-11-30
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Medical Assistant and physician were superb. The procedure was performed quickly and efficiently All instructions were clear
2025-11-29
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Dr. Boysen is professional and direct. I appreciate his willingness to try something that is new to me. I needed some young, fresh, professional, and knowledgeable Urologist, and I have one now in Dr. Boysen.
2025-11-29
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Dr. Boysen was wonderful to talk to. He listened to question and applied logic to his answers. Though him I have a treatment plan.
2025-12-02
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He's the best listen while making eye contact very important to me it shows he was truly interested in what I said. Would I recommend him to people definitely, thank you Dr Boysen.
2025-11-26
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Very professional and knowledgeable
2025-11-26
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Amazing
2025-11-26
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He's a fine doctor. Wonderful to have a good doctor. [redacted]
2025-11-20
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Dr Boysen is a very caring person and explained everything to me very well and explained what he was looking for and what he saw. Was very pleased with the way he listened to me about any questions that I had to ask him.
2025-11-15
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Dr. Boysen took the time to explain the results of my latest ultrasound and we discussed updates as far as with my nephrologist and other testing I've done along with medications. Very personable and took the time to explain things in terms I could thoroughly understand.
2025-11-15
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Dr. Boysen was a consummate professional and was courteous, kind, and a great communicator. I was apprehensive about discussing my condition and my previous treatment, but he was a great listener and very attentive. I would strongly recommend him.
2025-11-01
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Him and his staff has excellent manors. Very soft to there touch, but yet firm in there approach of 100% honesty. I would recommend this doctor and his team any time someone asked.
2025-10-30
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Great Doctor and the discussion were informative and helpful.
2025-10-23
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He was informative and care about my needs.
2025-10-22
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Everything was good
2025-10-21
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Dr Boysen has always been the consummate professional. I would reccomend him to any of my friends and associates.
2025-10-10
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Hi, I visited Dr. Boysen in a very, for a situation that was high anxiety for me. I was very happy with the way he explained what he knew, asked me what I was looking for in my opinion, what my thoughts were, what my questions were, and then he responded in a very clear and concise way. how things might proceed. It did involve a second appointment with Dr. [redacted], and [redacted] Dr. Boyson said, I'll speak to him and see what I can work out. Considering I was in a high anxiety state, I was most appreciative. He did do so.
2025-10-09
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Informative, helpful. Clear explanation of what would be done. Gave me options and let me decide how to go forward.
2025-10-01
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Yes, I find Dr. Boysen very professional, courteous, explains everything. He's been great in comparison to other urologists I've dealt with in the past. I would recommend him to anyone.
2025-09-29
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Dr Boysen always knows my complete medical history. He explains all options for further treatment and answers my questions and concerns. He is very caring and knowledgeable. One of the best doctors I've ever met.
2025-09-28
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He treated me with care and proactively discussed what to expect and when to expect follow up. Good manners overall.
2025-09-27
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Very good visit, extra helpful with treatment schedule.
2025-09-25
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He seemed rushed and unable to go into the detail I felt needed to help resolve or control my condition.Altho explaining what he could do to help control, not cure as there IS no cure he thought it best to again to leave it to my dermatologist to go into more detail. [redacted]
2025-09-22
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I really like this provider and I think he really does his job well
2025-09-22
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