Chaitanya S Mudgal, MD
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4.821106 average rating from 199 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Waltham, MA
- Boston, MA
Dr. Mudgal received his MBBS degree from Bombay University, India in 1983. He completed an Orthopaedic Residency in Bombay (1988) as well as one in Liverpool, UK (1992) leading to his MS (Orth.) and MCh (Orth.) degrees. Dr. Mudgal went on to complete an additional Orthopaedic Residency in the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program in Boston, and a Fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at Cleveland Clinic and Case Western Reserve University. He joined the faculty at Massachusetts General Hospital in 2004 and is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Prior to joining Mass General, he was responsible for the creation of and was the Director of the Hand Surgery Service at the Cambridge Health Alliance in Cambridge, MA.
Dr. Mudgal is an expert in upper extremity trauma and has published extensively on fractures, tendon injuries affecting the hand, wrist forearm and elbow. In addition, he is one of the leading minds on the East Coast in surgery for stroke, tetraplegia and traumatic brain injury. He has been AO faculty both nationally and in Latin America, Asia and Europe. In this role, he has lectured extensively on aspects of upper limb trauma in various parts of the world. He teaches Masters level courses at the annual AO courses in Davos, Switzerland. The C.S. Mudgal Hand Surgery Forum is held in his honor annually at the Guigang City People’s Hospital in Guigang, Guangxi Autonomous province, China. He lectures widely across India and is the founding Director of the Annual Indo-US Hand Surgery Conference, held at various sites in India. As a result of his associations in India, over the last 10 years he has been able to facilitate short duration resident and fellow visits to various centers in India. He has also set up a partially funded visitor program, funded by the Tara Mudgal Trust, which allows one young hand surgeon from India the opportunity to visit Mass General for three months.
He is the Chairman of the AO North America Hand Education Committee. In this role, along with the members of the Committee, he has been responsible for the creation and dissemination of web-based educational content (Must know series) (Sage on Stage series) offered by AONA. He has either moderated or participated in multiple webinars in North America as well as in India.
Recently Dr. Mudgal was interviewed by The Guardian regarding a rare type of benign growth called a glomus tumor.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, Hand Surgery, 2000
- Internship: Carney Hospital, Transitional Medicine, 1999
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998
- Residency: Harvard / MGB Combined Training Program*, Orthopedic Surgery, 1998
- Residency: Boston Children's Hospital (Trainees), Orthopedic Surgery, 1997
- Medical Education: L.T.M. Medical College, 1988
- Residency: University of Bombay - LTMG Hospital, Orthopedic Surgery, 1988
Languages Spoken
- Kannada
- Hindi
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.821106 average rating from 199 reviews
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Excellent experience with the physician
2026-08-08
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I have been a long time, intermittent patient of Dr. Mudgal. If it was not for the pain that typically triggers my need for a visit, I would say it is always a pleasure to see him. He is a competent and kind physician.
2026-08-05
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Everyone I met was extremely professional and very pleasant to speak with. [redacted] I was quite impressed with the level of care and how quickly everything was done I thought I'd have to come back for X-rays etc but it was done the same morning. Thank you all so much
2026-08-02
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Every thing in this visit was fine.
2026-07-29
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I'm so happy to have Dr. MUDGAL back!
2026-07-28
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Dr mudgal was very thorough and quite friendly. He also asked about my scar and offered OT to reduce sensitivity and thickness. I would recommend him to anyone
2026-07-27
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It was a great experience with Dr. Chaitanya Mudgal and the nurse who provided me with my thumb problem and she has listened to me carefully and respectfully. I am very much very, very happy with the treatment given to me. Thank you very much.
2026-07-29
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A very nice, helpful and professional doctor.
2026-07-28
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Pleasant visit, Dr, expressed concern for my overall health
2026-07-26
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I saw Dr. Mudgal. I'm continually grateful that he is as talented and skilled as he is as a Hand Specialist. Beyond all of this; he is patient and kind. He is the best.
2026-07-26
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The provider was very quick and business like with me which was fine as my issue was very easy and straightforward. [redacted]
2026-07-26
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Dr Mudgal is very good and caring
2026-07-20
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Good
2026-07-20
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Dr. Mudgal had been exceptional. Follow-up perfection . Not operating any longer but gave me a referral. Happy.
2026-07-15
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[redacted] Dr, M is a great physician and I'm lucky to be his patient.
2026-07-14
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An excellent physician. Top notch service.
2026-07-16
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Dr Mudgal is the best!
2026-07-12
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Dr. Mudgal is a very knowledgeable and careful surgeon, professional and caring. He has a wonderful friendly manner. It's always a pleasure to see him
2026-07-12
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Dr. Mudgal is an amazingly professional and person. He is a great diagnostician,patient and kind. I have always felt so fortunate and grateful to be in his good care.
2026-02-18
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He has been most responsive and informative and when I got to my appointment half an hour early (15 minutes before the suggested arrival time) he saw me immediately. I was blown away!
2026-02-16
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Dr Mudgal has been a great doctor. [redacted]
2026-02-16
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I saw a physical therapist who was the best part of the visit.
2026-01-22
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Very competent and professional. I felt I was in good hands.
2026-01-19
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Everything was perfect with my surgery and the pre-op visits. I thank God every day for the wonderful staff at Mass General.
2026-01-19
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Knowledgeable regarding hand issues. Listens to what you had to say or ask.
2026-01-17
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Hi is an excellent provider Tank you
2025-12-29
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The provider is excellent. [redacted]
2025-12-31
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Dr. Mudgal has been great. In earlier sessions with him, he's explained to me in detail the nature of the CMC surgery I had on my thumb. The surgery went exactly as we expected and I'm into recovery and think that I'm going to recover just fine. So I am very, very happy with Dr. Mudgal and I would recommend him and his staff to anyone who has hand or wrist issues that they need addressed.
2025-12-25
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I look forward to seeing him again.
2025-12-16
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DrnMudgal and the hand service is simply top-notch. They could well serve as a model for other branches of MGH
2025-12-14
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excellent provider
2025-12-14
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Met expectations.
2025-12-16
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The appointment with the doctor was excellent. The nurses were excellent and the receptionist was excellent. And contrary to the way I rated the timeliness of the doctor, it was excellent as well. Thank you.
2025-12-11
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He has been thoughtful and helpful.
2025-12-08
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I can have an appointment in a timely manner and I got MRI appointment on the same day. MRI machine generate pulses on my hand to prepare picture that causes more pain after the operation and it was so noisy and laud. My ear plug fell down from my ear and I could not do anything. something like earphone works better.
2025-12-08
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Excellent and very thorough.
2025-12-08
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He is very professional and wonderful
2025-12-14
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Very thorough and professional. He also had an intern who was equally professional.
2025-12-11
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She is patient, efficient, diligent, listens very well, explains thing well and is very kind. She suggests multiple options to improve my condition.
2025-12-07
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Very thorough, very nice and professional,
2025-12-02
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I went to this care provider seeking a second opinion. I received a sound course of treatment and the care provider was so knowledgeable and such an expert in his field, I decided to transfer my care to this doctor to treat my ailment.
2025-12-01
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The experience couldn't have been better.
2025-11-28
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Professional, knowledgeable, listens well and explains treatment options.
2025-11-26
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Very easy to talk with
2025-11-26
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Dr Mudgal is absolutely wonderful, I totally respect his opinions.
2025-11-25
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My experience was very positive. [redacted] Dr. Mugdal is very, very thorough, very clear about what we expected, and I was quite pleased with the whole experience.
2025-11-26
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Excellent provider
2025-11-26
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A great experience
2025-11-24
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Dr. mud go on his team are exceptional. I'm always treated super well and he always knows what's going on with me even with other doctors and other issues in my opinion he is a doctor's doctor as well as his team. I'm going to miss him tremendously.
2025-11-23
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Dr. Mudgal is an incredible physician. He listens, pays attention, takes the time I need to explain and understand, and he also does a wonderful job teaching his residents. His clinic defines the gold standard of care the MGH is famous for.
2025-11-25
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Dr. Mudgal is always clear and thoughtful with his insights. He is practical, centered, calm, and reassuring. This is good medical care!
2025-11-17
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Yes, I had no issues and no problems with this provider. He was professional. He was also personal. He did answer my questions and thoroughly explained what I needed to know.[redacted] Thank you.
2025-11-19
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I saw Dr Mugdal nine years ago with excellent results so felt very comfortable and confident seeing him for my latest medical issue.
2025-11-17
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The doctor was very, very good and very explainful about everything I had to do and to follow up on my procedure with my hand. And it was very good. He was very, very good. And I can't say enough about him. He told me the ins and outs and what's the best way to take care of it and everything. So everything worked out just fine. Thank you.
2025-11-16
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Always provides answers to all questions and satisfaction of treatment.
2025-11-10
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Very knowledgeable and explained everything well
2025-11-10
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Dr. Mudgal is excellent. [redacted]
2025-11-08
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Dr Mudgal is thorough trying to hep patient with problem. Does required tests to help with an answer on how to treat patient
2025-10-28
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It was my first time meeting Dr. Mudgal and I was very impressed with how personable and thoughtful his care was.
2025-10-26
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Very professional and knowledgeable
2025-10-29
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totally professional, compassionate, and knowledgeable.
2025-10-29
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Dr Mudgal answered all my questions, was honest in his opinion that it's too early to get surgery for my condition, patiently explained pros and cons and what to expect after surgery. He also pointed out a different but related condition that he thought was more concerning and promptly referred me to a specialist. He showed empathy and was very friendly.
2025-10-13
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I saw his PA most of the time and the provider for 3 min. The PA was very kind and seems to know, but as patient you are expecting to see the MD who you made the appointment with, not feeling in a rush trying to say all your symptoms in 2 mins.
2025-10-14
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Big difference between people associated with Doc and those who are receptionists, schedulers, etc. If associated with Dic then very good. If working in office area then attitude diminishes significantly
2025-10-13
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Dr. Mudgal is the best doctor on the planet! [redacted]
2025-10-13
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Dr. Mudgal is thorough and professional but mostly caring. I feel very fortunate that I am his patient. The Fellow that examined me before I saw Dr. Mudgal had the same traits - an excellent "bed side manner."
2025-10-12
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Dr. Mudgal is an excellent Physician, caring and attentive. I especially like that he has residents that he trains.
2025-10-12
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Dr. Mudgal is a very kind and smart doctor. The only thing I would have liked to have done differently is the following - his Fellow gave me the cortisone injection and i wish Dr. Mudgal had given it to me. The finger is still painful and two new nodules have developed on the tendon that was injected and they can be very painful. I'm giving this another week and then I will call the doctor's office to let him know what has happened.
2025-10-16
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Wonderful clinician. Always look forward to seeing him and I always get straight, clear information
2025-10-09
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Very helpful provider. a bit abrupt but I was very pleased with the way he presented my situation and he was helpful in directing me to additional resources.
2025-10-08
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Excellent experience all around.
2025-10-08
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Provided excellent explanation of my condition and treatment
2025-10-06
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Dr. Mudgal and the staff are the best. Thank you.
2025-10-05
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Diagnosis was swift and precise, and a rational course of action was initiated on the same visit. I couldn't be happier.
2025-10-04
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Yes, I've been a patient of Dr. Mudgal's for probably 10 years, and he's been fantastic. He's always a pleasure to meet with. He's very knowledgeable. He's very kind. He's very empathetic, and I enjoy our interactions.
2025-10-02
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i did not see a nurse but someone fit me for a brace and she was also excellent and very helpful explaining the brace to me.
2025-10-02
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He is a great doctor.
2025-09-28
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Nothing else, same professional service.
2025-09-28
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The physician seemed to be in a hurry, did not have past events correctly placed on the timeline, unexpectedly deviated from routine cast maintenance done for the last two months without much of a reason, and did not give a lot of hope for any improvement once the final cast period is done. Not sure what to think about it.
2025-09-27
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