Richard Aaron Hodin, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.942373 average rating from 118 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
- Danvers, MA
Dr. Richard Hodin has a highly specialized practice focused on Endocrine Surgery which involves surgery on the Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Adrenal glands.
Dr. Hodin received his medical degree at Tulane University and then came to Boston in 1984 for his post-graduate surgical training. In 2001 he moved from the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center to the Massachusetts General Hospital and in 2005 was promoted to full Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Hodin's clinical area of expertise is in endocrine surgery. He currently serves as Vice-Chair for faculty affairs in the MGB Department of Surgery.
Dr. Hodin's particular areas of interest are in surgery for thyroid conditions (cancer, Grave's disease, goiter, nodules, etc.), hyperparathyroidism, and tumors of the adrenal glands (Cushings, Hyperaldosteronism, Pheochromocytoma, and cancer).
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Hodin runs a highly productive research program focused on gut mucosal defense. His research laboratory has enjoyed extensive funding from the NIH and other sources since 1993 and has made important advances to our understanding of how humans interact with the bacteria within our intestine. His research group has identified several novel treatment strategies designed to prevent and/or treat a variety of intestinal diseases.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Surgery, 1990
- Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Research, 1989
- Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Surgery, 1986
- Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Surgery, 1985
- Medical Education: Tulane Univ. School of Medicine, 1984
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery), American Board of Surgery
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.942373 average rating from 118 reviews
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Dr. Hodin did my thyroidectomy 6 years ago, and I am very glad he will be removing lymph nodes and surrounding tissue which were troubling on my recent CT scan. His credentials are terrific, and he explains what he will be doing in a kind, clear manner. I feel most fortunate to be in his hands.
2026-07-06
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The best care I could hope for.
2026-06-11
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Very informative
2026-06-10
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Richard Hodin was excellent. I had redo parathyroid surgery, very challenging operation. Mine was particularly challenging. He nailed it. My labs are perfect now and that he did it with confidence, great confidence and great skill. And I'm very much in debt to Richard Hodin for his expertise. That's it.
2026-05-28
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Thank you very much!
2026-05-18
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Kind and competent; instills confidence in the patient. This was an initial consult for possible thyroid surgery, a first meeting. Dr. Hodin comes highly recommended.
2026-05-13
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Excellent when answering all my questions and the care he showed me.
2026-04-27
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Awesome experience (as medical experiences go). Dr Hodin did not make me feel rushed. He examined me efficiently as necessary. Gave me a feeling of confidence.
2026-04-30
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Dr. Hodin is very experienced and extremely knowledgeable. He listened carefully, explained all options fully and took as much time as needed. An excellent experience.
2026-04-26
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Great Experience
2026-04-26
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Everyone was professional and respectful
2026-04-18
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Dr. Hodin explained everything about the procedure that is upcoming and he answered all the questions I had about said procedure.
2026-03-30
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Dr. Hodin was very easy to engage in evaluation of my condition. He asked excellent questions and provided very helpful information. Excellent experience overall
2026-03-25
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Feel confident in the information and explanations provided. Answered all questions completely and help ease my anxiety about procedure. very kind and professional.
2026-03-19
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Dr. Hodin is absolutely fantastic. I am so lucky to be a patient of his. His skill set is extremely good. His bedside manner is extremely good. He spends time with you. He explains things well. Dr. Hodin is fantastic.
2026-03-16
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excellent
2026-03-15
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A respectful and informative visit. The provider listened to my concerns and addressed them while adding information and expertise to add to my understanding and the discussion about my health.
2026-03-09
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Appreciate that he always takes the time to contact you in person for lab results and any questions.
2026-02-26
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I liked his manner very much, he was pleasant and unhurried and he made me feel like he was focused and intent in dealing with my medical issue.
2026-01-28
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The best experience I could expect
2026-01-28
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Dr. Richard Aaron Hodin exceeded my expectations as a provider.
2026-01-28
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This was my first time with Dr Hodin. He was professional and courteous. This was a Zoom call so I haven't met him yet but I do seem to like him. He put me at ease about what I have going on.
2026-01-25
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Dr Hodin is great, explained everything and really listened to me.
2026-01-24
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very pleasant visit with excellent logistics. [redacted]
2026-01-17
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Explained everything in Laymans terms of what was happening and what was going to happen to me. Very knowledgeable
2025-12-25
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Thorough and caring. Easy to understand. Help with a follow-up plan.
2025-12-24
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First time meeting. Empathetic. Knowledgeable. Flexible. Caring.
2025-12-21
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We discussed thyroid surgery and the conversation was excellent. We are scheduling surgery within the next two months.
2025-12-21
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If I could rate Dr. Hodin higher than a 10, I would. He was there for me when I had serious bouts of diverticulitis, and I literally would trust him with my life.
2025-12-14
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I was very impressed with the degree to which Dr. Hodin and Dr. [redacted] communicated about my case. I also really appreciated the rapidity with which they addressed concerns and got me in to be seen. It was a very good experience, [redacted]. Dr. Hoden and Dr. [redacted] have really been exemplary. I really appreciate the conscientiousness and the care. You have a nice day.
2025-12-11
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Excellent
2025-12-01
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Good open discussion on my hernia diagnosis.
2025-11-24
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I am grateful to Dr. Richard Hodin. My parathyroid condition is complex. Surgery was not the perfect fix I had hoped for. My Calcium and parathyroid numbers remain elevated but just inside normal limits. I trust my team at MGH. Should my numbers require more aggressive treatment, I am confident I have chosen the right Doctor.
2025-11-12
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I am very comfortable in dealing with Dr. Hodin. Not only is he an excellent doctor he is kind and compassionate person. I respect his professional opinions and treatment
2025-11-09
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Dr. Hodin is an excellent doctor. I always have a good experience. I would recommend him to anybody.
2025-11-07
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The first virtual visit with this provider was missed by him. It had to be rescheduled the following week. The second appointment went fine.
2025-10-29
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Great care!
2025-10-28
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Provider was knowledgeable and understood the desired path forward.
2025-10-09
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Nothing at all, it was great and reassuring.
2025-10-05
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Made me feel as though I am in good hands
2025-10-02
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Richard Hodin is amazing! I would ( and have) recommended him and MGH highly to friends and family!
2025-09-29
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Very knowledgeable, understanding and very interested in what I had to say. Both myself and my wife were very comfortable during my appointment.
2025-09-24
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Dr.Hodin was knowledgeable and professional. He listened to my concerns and we talked about them to my satisfaction. I was very impressed and very pleased by his understanding of my situation.
2025-09-21
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It was a good experience. Dr. Hodin was very thorough and very pleasant.
2025-09-19
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Dr. Hodin is absolutely fabulous in every way.
2025-09-23
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He was very caring. I had seen him in the past for 2 different surgeries. He is very good and empathetic!
2025-09-13
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Excellent
2025-09-03
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Dr. Richard Hodin [redacted] is the best doctor ever. I respect him. He has all the knowledge. He's very experienced. Thank you, Master General. Dr. Hodin [redacted] is the best. That man, that doctor, he's the best doctor ever. Dr. Hodin, thank you for what you're doing to the world. Thank you for what you're putting the smile on people's faces. God bless you. [redacted]
2025-08-28
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Very thorough. We agreed on a treatment plan for my issue.
2025-08-21
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Good experience
2025-08-16
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