Calum A MacRae, MD, PhD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.926154 average rating from 65 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
Dr. Calum Archibald MacRae isVice Chair for Scientific Innovation in the Department of Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and an expert member of BWH’s Cardiovascular Genetics Program, which comprehensively evaluates, diagnoses and manages care for inherited cardiac disorder patients. In addition, he is a leading investigator at the BWH Genomics Center and an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.
He received his medical degree from University of Edinburgh College of Medicine. He completed two internal medicine residency programs: one at Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging in London and the other at BWH. He then completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. MacRae is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.
Dr. MacRae is a cardiologist and geneticist whose clinical interests include investigating new phenotypes and how research findings—including genomics discoveries—can be systematically implemented into clinical care. His research focuses on the biology and genomics of cardiovascular disease, specifically the biological basis of different arrhythmia susceptibilities. He holds five patents, has authored over 160 peer-reviewed publications and received research funding from the National Institutes of Health’s National Human Genome Research Institute.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Cardiology, 2002
- Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1998
- Residency: Hammersmith Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1989
- Residency: Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, House Officer, 1989
- Fellowship: Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Internal Medicine, 1988
- Medical Education: The University of Edinburgh, 1985
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
- Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.926154 average rating from 65 reviews
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He is very respectful, knowledgeable Dr
2026-08-07
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I had a great experience with a trusted provider
2026-07-29
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Dr. MacRae listened carefully and remembered things that I had previously told him. He answered my questions and encouraged me to stay on track with exercise, diet and taking medicine.
2026-07-29
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Dr. MacRae is the best doctor I ever gone to and I would recommend him to anybody to go to him. Thank you.
2026-07-17
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The provider was excellent. I was very comfortable. He covered all my questions. Did an outstanding job.
2026-07-03
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Excellent appointment
2026-07-02
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Dr Macrae was awesome as usual. He is always professional, knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I really enjoyed our visit!
2026-07-02
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Excellence is every respect.
2026-05-22
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My spouse and I have received care at MassGen for over 50 years. It has always been outstanding. Dr. McRae is very much in that tradition, arguably the best physician we've ever used.
2026-05-15
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Dr. Macrae has my full confidence as he specifies my treatments. [redacted]
2026-05-13
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He inspired trust in his professional expertise. Carefully discussed medication he recommended, and listened carefully to some of my personal objections. His social manners and interaction made my visit comfortable and pleasant
2026-05-05
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I think Dr. MacRae is very thorough, very patient and understanding, and I think he's the best and I rated him 10. [redacted]
2026-05-01
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I truly appreciate Dr MacRae's thoroughness, knowledge, and approachability. I always feel heard and leave equipped with a good plan for my heart health.
2026-05-01
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I appreciate him knowing my health background and concerns. He goes to the next level on care to make sure other things are ok not just the initial concern.
2026-04-29
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Excellent communications skilss
2026-04-29
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He's one of the best doctors I've ever met in my entire life.
2026-04-17
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Dr. Calum MacRae is the perfect physician for me, explains everything at length, clarifies any questions that I have, is careful and cautious with my care, and I think he's a fantastic physician.
2026-04-10
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Excellent..took time to answer my questions and explain everything thoroughly. Very pleased with my appointment and scheduling of future tests
2026-04-08
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Dr. MacRae, he's the most caring and accessible doctor
2026-04-08
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He was very thorough.
2026-03-20
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Dr. MACRAE is a wonderful physician. He is a great listener. He's kind attentive and was prepared for my visit.
2026-03-18
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Dr MacRae is terrific!!!
2026-03-18
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He was extremely knowledgeable and took the time to go over everything with me. He developed a plan to move forward.
2026-03-05
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I think Dr. McRae is terrific and I feel lucky to have him. He remembers me and my medical history and always takes his time and is very considerate.
2026-02-21
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Overall had a very good experience, staff was professional and polite, and I felt well taken care of. All my questions and concerns were given answers
2026-02-20
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I am a longtime patient of Dr. MacRae and it has been one of the best doctor/patient experiences I have had. Always thoughtful, taking time for explanations and questions, respectful and thorough. I count myself very lucky.
2026-02-19
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Brigham Hospital is very lucky to have a Pearson like Dr. Macrae on their staff
2026-02-17
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I look forward to my meetings with Dr. Macrae, always looking at how the whole person works, providing very good specific information and simplifying things so that the medical stuff can be understood by the ordinary person. An outstanding doctor and I look forward to each of my interactions with him.
2026-02-13
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Dr MacRae was very kind, thoughtful and thorough. He is an outstanding physician.
2026-02-11
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my doctor cares about me
2026-01-14
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Dr Macrae is wonderful. He is certainly knowledgeable and spent time with me explaining and doing a thorough physical examination. He had ordered the appropriate tests and made sure he clustered the tests to make it easy for me as I live 2 hours away. Amazing doctor!
2026-01-04
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Exceptional provider - spent so much time with me. Grateful for the opportunity to have been seen by him.
2025-12-24
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I absolutely love dr macrae and completely trust him with my care. [redacted]
2025-12-04
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I always have a wonderful experience. My appointment is always informative and always on time.
2025-12-03
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It is always a pleasure to meet with Dr Macrea and most informative as always. He suggested some changes to my meds and has a calming way of presenting new information to me that is welcomed. You quickly become aware that Dr Macrea is Quite aware of his information about you and is very sharp, but calm at all times. He is a fine doctor!
2025-11-19
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He is knowledgeable and responsive
2025-11-19
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Dr. Macrae is a wonderful provider. In a time when doctors are rushed and pt. visits are almost monitored with a stopwatch, Dr. Macrae took as much time with me as was necessary, answering my questions and responding to my concerns. He's very supportive and encouraging, while not being judgmental. Dr. Macrae is very knowledgeable in his own specialty, but is well versed in other areas as well. He's the kind of doctor we don't see much of anymore. I'm lucky to have him as my healthcare provider.
2025-11-04
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Excellent physician!
2025-10-16
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Dr MacRae is far and away the very best doctor I have ever encountered. He has cared for me since 2011. I completely trust his advice and judgement. He is thorough and extremely well informed and up to date on all aspects of Cardiology and Genetics. I also value his advice on many other medical issues. I am deeply grateful. He is the BEST.
2025-10-15
Accepted Insurance
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