Kevin S Emerick, MD

Kevin S Emerick, MD

Not currently accepting new patients

4.923457 average rating from 324 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Stoneham, MA
  • Boston, MA

Specializing in treating patients with head and neck tumors, Dr. Kevin Emerick is an accomplished head and neck surgeon. His clinical interests include head and neck cancer, advanced and high-risk cutaneous malignancy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, microvascular reconstruction, and pedicled flap reconstruction.

Dr. Emerick has been involved in the creation of the Mass. Eye and Ear/Mass General Cutaneous Oncology Center. This is a multidisciplinary group focused on providing the highest level of clinical care for patients with advanced skin cancers. Additionally, it provides a foundation for important research and patient education.

Throughout his career, Dr. Emerick been an invited speaker at regional and national meetings and has published more than 40 peer-reviewed papers and several textbook chapters. He also dedicates a portion of his time to advising and mentoring residents and fellows.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: University of Michigan Medical Center, Head & Neck Oncologic Surgery, 2007
  • Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Otolaryngology, 2006
  • Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, General Surgery, 2002
  • Medical Education: Indiana University School of Medicine, 2001

Board Certifications

  • Otolaryngology, American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Languages Spoken

  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.923457 average rating from 324 reviews

  • Excellent service [redacted]

    2026-07-08

  • Dr. Kevin explained clearly and thoroughly my options and made his recommendations. I felt very comfortable working with him and would trust him to do what is needed.

    2026-07-07

  • Dr. Emerick is very empathetic to his patients and you feel his care and thoughtfulness on each visit. He explains everything thoroughly and gives lots of room to listen and hear concerns/questions.

    2026-07-02

  • Great experience. Provider instilled confidence in his care.

    2026-07-01

  • Professional alway all the way.

    2026-06-22

  • Very concise and explained the next steps in my treatment and care plan.

    2026-06-22

  • Both the PA [redacted] and Dr Emerick are outstanding in every way. They obviously care for my well being. Their kind, gentle demeanor are so welcome!

    2026-06-21

  • Extremely professional care

    2026-06-17

  • Quite knowledgeable about my particular situation and he made me feel very comfortable.

    2026-06-16

  • Excellent

    2026-06-15

  • My experience was wonderful. Dr Emerick and his receptionist are amazing every time I have an appointment.

    2026-06-14

  • I was just great. They answered all my questions. Thank you,

    2026-06-12

  • very caring doctor had read my medical history

    2026-06-11

  • He is a great Doctor. I am lucky to have him.

    2026-06-11

  • He is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. He always takes the time to listen to my concerns. He is a true professional in his field.

    2026-06-11

  • He is the best provider I have... he cares and is proactive in his approach to my care.... Just wonderful... highly recommend Dr. Emerick [redacted]

    2026-06-10

  • Felt very comfortable from checking in to checking out. Very attentive care.

    2026-06-10

  • Dr. Emerick is a wonderful doctor. He's already done one surgery on me and I'm getting ready to have the second one. Dr. Emerick is very professional. He's very considerate and I consider he's part of my dream team and an exceptional surgeon. So I have told people about him. Can't say enough nice things.

    2026-06-10

  • GREAT!

    2026-06-07

  • Top notch beyond the best the most professional people I've ever met down earth and totally understanding a hard thing to find in this world today

    2026-06-07

  • I was very pleased with my visit. I came away with a full understanding of my condition and of the treatment plan to treat it.

    2026-06-07

  • Dr Emerick is my surgeon from years ago ..he's the best and I owe him SO much ..including my current health and life ....

    2026-05-31

  • Dr Emerick told me my lymph nodes were fine and one more year of checkups were needed to clear me.

    2026-05-27

  • Excellent Care Always!!

    2026-05-27

  • Dr Emerick provided clear information about my ailments and treatment.

    2026-05-27

  • Very satisfied.

    2026-05-23

  • Dr. Emerick is always very concerned and inquisitive about how I am doing. He has been very supportive for my progress.

    2026-05-20

  • Friendly , personable , & professional

    2026-05-20

  • Dr Emerick has a great style, very knowledgeable and able to explain complex issues to a layperson,

    2026-05-22

  • Dr Emerick seemed to really be concerned with my decision for care

    2026-05-20

  • Best experience I've had with providers .

    2026-05-17

  • The doctor was reassuring, warm and very knowledgeable. I was most pleased.

    2026-05-13

  • Wonderful experience. I'd recommend him anywhere. Thank you.

    2026-05-13

  • We were very happy with Dr. Kevin Emmerich. He was comprehensive, thoughtful, respectful, and offered us all options.

    2026-05-13

  • I met him briefly, I am putting my diagnosis in his hands and hoping for the best. That's the most true impression I can give,

    2026-05-05

  • Dr Emerick was knowledgeable and professional, Courteous and polite

    2026-05-08

  • Everything is conducted in a very professional manner! The entire staff does a wonderful job.

    2026-05-07

  • Dr. Emerick & the Physician Assistant were both caring & informative...they listened carefully & addressed all of our questions in a thorough manner....I'm very appreciative that Dr Emerick & his team will be managing my upcoming surgery

    2026-05-06

  • Dr. Emerick is a wonderful physician and explained to me what was going to be going on. I feel very comfortable. Thank you.

    2026-05-06

  • Excellent care team Maria was very kind. Kristen is wonderful and very competent. Dr Emerick is of course amazing. Feel very confident in their care.

    2026-05-03

  • Provider was honest and understanding of my concerns. A definite positive influence to me!

    2026-05-03

  • Very professional

    2026-05-03

  • Dr. Emerick is the consummate professional. He is an excellent listener, presents information in a manner that it can be easily understood and provides the next steps forward in the treatment process.

    2026-04-22

  • My experience was very positive. I am dealing with what could be a serious health problem, and everyone in the office, clinical and support staff, could not have been more helpful and reassuring to both me and my husband

    2026-04-19

  • Excellent

    2026-04-16

  • Dr. Emerick is professional, brilliant, courteous, personable, and precise in his cancer evaluation of my melanoma.His experience was obvious in that he scheduled surgery, directly addressed my specific needs, and offered alternative options if the cancer is a bit obstinate.

    2026-04-15

  • Superb physician. Listens carefully and sympathetically. Makes sure patient understands and he's questions answered. Has an exceptionally caring demeanor. Confident yet gentle.

    2026-04-15

  • My care is currently just starting so test results are still being processed. So far, everything has been excellent. Just waiting on details for the recommended surgery.

    2026-04-15

  • Very professional and caring

    2026-04-15

  • Dr. Emerick was able to put my condition into a way that I could understand it. I was accompanied by my wife and he explained everything in a way that put us both at ease.

    2026-04-15

  • He was courteous and knowledgeable.

    2026-04-14

  • Dr. Emerick was fantastic, he was very informative, respectful, and caring.

    2026-04-11

  • I can't say I'm looking forward to my upcoming surgery but I feel very comfortable with Dr. Emerick, I believe I'll be in very good hands. He was kind, compassionate and explained everything in a manner that was easy to understand. His nurse was equally as professional.

    2026-04-09

  • Fantastic! Dr [redacted] and Doctor Emerick are the best!

    2026-04-08

  • Dr. Emerick is without a doubt the most effective doctor I've ever interacted with and I've interacted with many. In addition to the perfect bedside manner, calm, sense of humor, knowledgeable, he just has a type of gravitas that makes dealing with difficult topics easier and never, ever makes me or any of my family members feel rushed, which is hard to find these days. We're very grateful for Dr. Emerick.

    2026-04-03

  • Dr. Emerick is a wonderful person as well as an excellent doctor

    2026-04-02

  • I know that I am getting the best care .

    2026-03-31

  • I can not say enough, kind understand I'm so grateful Dr. Emerick is my doctor.

    2026-04-01

  • Very professional and courteous

    2026-03-29

  • I feel indeed fortunate that I live in the greater Boston area, so that I can have access to Mass Eye' & Ear

    2026-03-29

  • Very compassionate.

    2026-03-31

  • Thanks for all your excellent service

    2026-03-25

  • very easy to talk with very supportive regarding treatment and future planning

    2026-03-24

  • Perfect

    2026-03-20

  • Dr. Emerick is terrific. Everyone in his office treats me wonderfully. The care I've received from him and his office has been outstanding.

    2026-03-20

  • Always professional and informative.

    2026-03-18

  • Very satisfied with my care and treatment

    2026-03-18

  • Very good people

    2026-03-16

  • Excellent provider and office staff. Could not have asked for better care!! Thanks.

    2026-03-11

  • Very kind, knowledgeable, and capable.

    2026-03-08

  • Extremely concerned listened to me .explained all my options ! In plain language . Most important !He looked at me !!! Answered all my questions ,as well as my family's ! Did not rush us at all !!! Dr.Emerick Could not have been more accommodating !

    2026-03-08

  • I rely on Dr Emrick's expertise. I was disappointed that the sonagram results were not available at the time of consultation as the exam had been more probing than my previous three visits. I was told I would get results only if there were an anomoly. I have yet to receive a desired "all clear" message

    2026-03-05

  • I think he is so personable and sweet. He does make you comfortable and will answer any questions. Did not feel rushed.

    2026-03-04

  • Cannot say enough good things about Dr. Emerick and his PA: Attentive, calming, knowledgeable.

    2026-03-04

  • everybody was polite, professional very nice experience

    2026-03-04

  • I am very grateful to have Dr. Emerick on my care team.

    2026-03-01

  • Very professional, and personable

    2026-02-20

  • I was very nervous about my appointment. Not knowing what I would be facing certainly kept me awake at night and on my mind daily. My Nurse Practitioner made me more comfortable as we talked and answered questions. Dr. Emerick also made me more comfortable. His explanation of my condition and the procedure explanation were through and clear.

    2026-02-19

  • Very happy with the Oncology team responding to the mass in my neck. I feel confident that I'm in good hands.

    2026-02-17

  • Very professional.

    2026-02-16

  • Dr Emerick is a real class act! He is the kind of doctor you wish all your doctors were like.

    2026-02-16

  • The staff was exceptional. Everyone explained everything very well and put me at ease So knowledgeable, professional and super kind and understanding, a very appreciated combination.

    2026-02-14

  • Dr. Emerick and his physician's assistant saw my mother and they were both wonderful, fantastic. They were attentive, they were responsive, they listened with intent and I couldn't have asked for a better experience for my mother. She is [redacted] years old and it was really important for her to be heard and to be seen and for both the physician's assistant and Dr. Emerick to really pay attention and they did. It was a wonderful experience. Thank you.

    2026-02-25

  • Dr. Emerick and his staff are wonderful. I get an ultrasound one hour before my appointment with the doctor and he has results to discuss with me always a good experience.

    2026-02-04

  • always informative and answers any questions or concerns I have . I always leave feeling good about my health situation. I feel lucky to be able to see Doctor Emerick and his staff.

    2026-02-04

  • Treated me kindness and respect. Was thorough with his plan. Answered every question I had. [redacted]

    2026-02-04

  • Courteous, professional and thorough

    2026-02-01

  • My experience was good, it always is. It was short but sweet and I left feeling good there. So my experience was very good all the way around. Thank you.

    2026-01-30

  • Dr. Emerick is, in my opinion, an accomplished surgeon with an extremely compassionate manner. Truly a rare combination.

    2026-01-28

  • He is excellent. He answered all my questions. He spent as much time as I needed. That's all I can say.

    2026-01-28

  • Doctor was patient and caring and discussed medical options

    2026-01-27

  • I really liked the response from my original visit to getting a plan moving forward and enacting it

    2026-01-25

  • Dr. Emerick has provided excellent care for treating my Merkel Cell Carcinoma. However it is obvious that his once a month visits to the MGH Stoneham office is becoming too popular. Maybe it should be expanded.

    2026-01-26

  • Excellent provider and nice and friendly staff. After several visits with other providers this Dr was able to provide more information and options to me.

    2026-01-22

  • Dr. Emerick is fantastic. I am so grateful for him and his team.

    2026-01-21

  • Very professional

    2026-01-21

  • Dr. Emerick is a wonderful, caring and outstanding doctor. I highly recommend him

    2026-01-21

  • Professional and caring

    2026-01-19

  • Yeah, he's a great doctor and all his help have been good to me. I appreciate all of them.

    2026-01-18

  • Treated me with concern in a manner I could easily understand

    2026-01-18

  • Dr Emerick is an excellent physician... he is thorough and explains things in layman's terms... great experience!

    2026-01-18

  • Professional

    2026-01-18

  • I belieive that my provider has the experience and knowledge to resolve my medical situation in a timely manner.

    2026-01-11

  • Dr Emerick was very kind and caring While explaining all the different options in the care plan. He was friendly and seemed very compassionate about the upcoming Procedures. He was easy to talk with and instilled confidence going forward.

    2026-01-08

  • Great experience wonderful doctor. Very talented ad kid.

    2025-12-29

  • Very knowledgeable to my condition.

    2025-12-28

  • Dr. Emerick is incredibly professional and thorough in his approach to my diagnosis. He doesn't ignore anything and works on obtaining the best possible results.

    2025-12-25

  • always very nice

    2025-12-24

  • very pro

    2025-12-24

  • Dr Emerick is the most professional, highly skilled and personable providers I have been treated by in the medical field. His calm, demeanor is reassuring, particularly in a cancer diagnosis. I have the utmost respect and confidence for Dr Emerick and in the quality of care he provides. I feel so grateful and fortunate to be one of his patients.

    2025-12-24

  • Excellent

    2025-12-22

  • [redacted] Dr. Emerick the best doctor I've ever had

    2025-12-21

  • Dr. Emerick is a highly skilled doctor and surgeon, very compassionate with his patients.

    2025-12-19

  • The doctor was awesome. I don't see how he could have been any better.

    2025-12-17

  • Dr. Is professional and caring. Provides excellent feedback.

    2025-12-16

  • He was easy to discuss my concerns with. He listened and commented. He was thoughtful and I felt very engaged in his work and a very nice repor.

    2025-12-16

  • Love going here. Always prompt respectful and feel treated like family on my side of course.

    2025-12-16

  • Dr Emerick does an excellent job.

    2025-12-11

  • This was my first experience with Dr. Emerick. I'm very content and looking forward to getting my surgery completed as soon as possible. He's very accommodating, well understood, and very patient to explain everything that needed to be done.

    2025-11-28

  • Dr Emerick is an outstanding doctor/provider. He is extremely thorough in all areas.

    2025-11-26

  • Dr. Emerick was very caring with the surprising news that I received.

    2025-11-23

  • The best

    2025-11-19

  • I was extremely grateful and respected both Dr. Emerick and Dr. [redacted]. I was lucky to have both consult with me concerning possible surgery on my head. Both were very patient, very thorough, very understanding, professional, friendly, were respectful of my questions, not only mine, but also my wife's, and really am grateful for what they did for me at the time. [redacted]

    2025-11-19

  • Appointment with Dr. Emerick was at the recommendation & referral of Dr. [redacted], dermatologist. Far more important than I anticipated. Both [redacted], PPA, & Dr. Emerick were very clear & thorough explaining to me the data from the Mohs surgery. And, medical reasons he is recommending the preventive care program going forward. Helped me understand & make decisions regarding my healthcare.

    2025-11-19

  • [redacted] Dr Emerick is the best!

    2025-11-16

  • Very experienced and friendly provider.

    2025-11-19

  • very friendly, courteous and thorough in addressing my issues

    2025-11-14

  • This was my first visit with Dr. Emerick and Dr. [redacted] and I found them to be very professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. They explained my diagnosis clearly, and what I should expect with the scheduled surgery.

    2025-11-12

  • I always get what I expected & more

    2025-11-06

  • Hello, Dr. Emerick was so calm and so knowledgeable. He instilled confidence and gave a complete sense of security. He is certainly someone I would recommend to others.

    2025-10-31

  • Dr Emerick is a great doctor. He provided excellent care. He is friendly and made me feel comfortable.

    2025-10-30

  • Kevin Emerick is THE BEST? He is gentle, kind and friendly. I couldn't think of a better rating!

    2025-10-29

  • He was great they both were

    2025-10-19

  • he was great, respectful and thoughtful and I trust him

    2025-10-16

  • They were extremely well informed as to my previous experiences with MEEI and my current situation! Reinforced the high level of respect and expertise that defines MEEI and all the staff that enable the entire process to proceed efficiently and with the desired results!

    2025-10-15

  • good treatment

    2025-10-08

  • Dr Emerick is one of the best doctors that I have ever met. He is so understanding and kind to me. I feel very comfortable in discussing any health concerns I may have with him.

    2025-09-30

  • Provider went over the problem and detailed the issue and the recommended the treatment very thoroughly

    2025-09-28

  • Dr. Emerick was very kind to me. He understood that I needed extra help due to my hearing problem and went out of his way to make sure I understood what he was telling me.

    2025-09-24

  • Kind, considerate, skilled and experienced

    2025-09-21

  • Everything was good

    2025-09-21

  • He explains well and listens very carefully to what my concerns are

    2025-09-19

  • Always a reassuring and comforting experience

    2025-09-18

  • The provider was thorough, friendly and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him to a friend.

    2025-09-17

  • Dr. Emerick and his staff are exceptional. Dr. Emerick is such a wonderful, caring physician and surgeon. He is very attentive and listens to all my concerns .

    2025-09-15

  • Re meds, did not have updated info to provide, but was asked and told will provide before surgery .

    2025-09-17

  • Excellent practice and provider and staff made me feel extremely comfortable, answered all questions and everything was run in a timely manner.

    2025-09-12

  • Dr.Emerick saved my life.Not only is he a great surgeon, but he is a kind person who sincerely cares about me.

    2025-09-10

  • The staff's anticipation of my needs was extraordinary.

    2025-09-07

  • Dr. Emerick and his team are simply outstanding. Recent changes in other offices (disinterested staff who are busy chatting amongst themselves or who feel annoyed by their job) haS, thankfully, NOT affected this practice. I hope management changes do not affect this fabulous group of people and providers!

    2025-09-17

  • really cares

    2025-09-05

  • Dr. Emerick was very caring and informative to myself and my wife.

    2025-09-04

  • Being a former patient I was seen in Very timely manner. The doctor was very informative concerning my situation.

    2025-09-04

  • Both the PA & Doctor were very attentative in being sure I understood all aspects of my condition and its plan for recovery.

    2025-09-04

  • I greatly appreciated the visit with this provider, especially his physician's assistant, who was delightful and thorough. The only thing I will say is, and probably always is true, it helped for me to know what my situation was because I could help clarify things during my visit. I think some people, if they go unprepared to a visit like that, could be in trouble. But anyway. good experience all the way around.

    2025-09-06

  • My provider is world class knowledge wise, yet his humility makes me very comfortable in asking questions and expressing my concerns. I am most grateful for his care

    2025-09-04

  • He was extremely helpful . Thankful I had him.

    2025-09-03

  • Best physician anywhere! Talks to you, calmly informatively. Makes sure you have had all questions and concerns dealt with. Gentle, caring.

    2025-08-27

  • Kevin Emerick was superb as were the techs in the radiology department

    2025-08-21

  • Comfortable with explanation of procedures to done and outcomes.

    2025-08-20

  • everyone was awesome

    2025-08-20

  • He was very friendly, he explained things the right way, and I left understanding what my problem is.

    2025-08-20

  • A very supportive, thoughtful and thorough physician who was informative and knowledgeable.

    2025-08-17

  • He's intelligent, articulate, caring, clear.

    2025-08-17

Accepted Insurance

  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Wellpoint
  • United Health Care
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Health
  • Medicare
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Coventry
  • Medicaid ME
  • Community Health Options
  • Multiplan
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Medicaid RI
  • Tufts Public Health Plan
  • Aetna
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid VT
  • MassHealth
  • Cigna
  • WellSense
  • TriCare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Medicaid CT