Christopher R Morse, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.825 average rating from 256 patient reviews
Specialties
- Thoracic Surgery
- Thoracic Surgical Oncology
- Esophageal Surgery
- Gastrointestinal Minimally Invasive Surgery
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
- Salem, MA
Dr. Christopher Morse is a Associate Visiting Surgeon in the Dept of Surgery and an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School. He serves as the Co-Director of the Gastroesophageal Surgery Program.
Dr. Morse graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He did both his surgical residencies at the MGH, first in general surgery and then in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Dr. Morse went on complete a second fellowship in minimally invasive thoracic surgery with a particular emphasis on esophageal surgery. He is Board certified in both Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.
Dr. Morse is clinically very active and sees new patients weekly. His clinical interests revolve around malignancies of the chest, especially lung and esophageal cancer, as well as the treatment a variety of benign esophageal conditions, including achalasia, paraesophageal hernia and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Dr. Morse has taken a lead role in the development of a minimally invasive esophagectomy program at MGH. This work has led to a number of manuscripts including a direct comparison of open vs. minimally invasive esophagectomy. He also performs the minimally invasive Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication (TIF) procedure to treat GERD.
Dr. Morse serves as the co-director of the MGH Gastroesophageal Surgery program and participates on workforces in several national thoracic societies.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Thoracic Surgery, 2007
- Fellowship: UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Thoracic Surgery, 2007
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, General Surgery, 2004
- Medical Education: Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, 1999
Board Certifications
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery, American Board of Thoracic Surgery
- Surgery (General Surgery), American Board of Surgery
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.825 average rating from 256 reviews
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He was very knowledgeable and understood all the factors that would impact a surgical solution and all the possible complications.
2026-07-08
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Kind, knowledgeable and easy to talk to
2026-07-08
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Excellent
2026-07-08
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I had some technical questions about by Subpleural node which he answered directly and succinctly.
2026-07-06
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The provider was on time and ready to answer all my questions.he explained everything about what showed up on the cat scan and what didn't show up . Everything he said , I understood. I'm happy to say we'll do this again when the time comes
2026-06-20
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Dr Morse is extremely knowledgeable and professional- he listened to my questions and concerns and answered them all to my satisfaction-I think Dr Morse is the best - his team provides me with the best care - I consider myself lucky to have him as my doctor
2026-06-17
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Dr Morse made me feel comfortable with the plan for my care.
2026-06-16
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Down to earth - explained issues clearly
2026-06-17
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He clearly explained the plan of care and choices available.
2026-06-15
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I am grateful that Dr Morse and I get to have an annual chat and catch up. He provides an executive view of Transplant Team discussions and concerns of my case and I appreciate his close involvement.
2026-06-18
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He's the best!
2026-06-10
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Dr. Morse is very knowledgeable about my condition, and follows up with any and all question I present to him. He saved my life many years ago and for that I will always be thankful to him. He always tells me to call with any concerns I might have. I give him 5 stars!
2026-06-08
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Excellent
2026-06-08
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He had prepared for our conference by reviewing my records and he was very familiar with my circumstances. He listened carefully and explained my options very clearly. I would recommend him to anyone needing care involving chest and or lungs.
2026-05-27
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Phone visits are sketchy, and hardly allow either party the ability to get to know the other person. I find this detrimental. Due to the short time of the call, I felt a bit overwhelmed and confused by some of the information, but couldn't formulate the questions to clarify.
2026-05-28
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He has kept in touch with me since my surgery encouraging me to call his office with any problems that may occur.
2026-05-27
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I'm grateful for his skill in performing a complicated surgery such that I enjoy a nearly complete recovery.
2026-05-25
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Good experience.
2026-05-19
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Dr Morse is an exceptional person- he listens, speaks directly to you and carefully explains and gives his advice and recommendations.
2026-05-18
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Provider actually cares about health quality of life and well-being of patient explains everything in a way that is easily understood
2026-05-18
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Very polite and considerate
2026-05-16
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He explained everything so I understood what was happening. All of my questions were answered with caring and concern.
2026-05-15
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As always best care possible
2026-05-11
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Good
2026-05-09
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It was very informative.
2026-05-07
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It is always a great experience.. I'm from Maine and everything/everyone is so much more professional and caring.. the procedure I had came out much better than I had hoped for.. I'd give 10's all day long..
2026-04-27
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The doctor was clear, professional, well informed about my case, encouraged my participation and he was ready to listen.
2026-04-22
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My particular esphogus " tumor" has been for about a year or so most difficult to exam and define. However , I have full confidence in the the various effeorts by the team of 6 or so doctors to get a precise and safe procedure. Iam scheduled for a [redacted] date for surgery. [redacted]
2026-04-20
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Dr. Morse took time to listen to my somewhat complex medical situation and provide his objective professional opinion.
2026-04-20
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Dr Morse is the best! Listens intently, soothes fears, always positive and incredibly warm and knowledgeable.
2026-04-15
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THis was a telephone experience . Dr. MOrse is always easy to work with.
2026-04-16
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I enjoyed speaking with him. He was precise, concise, straightforward, no nonsense, and to the point, which was really well done.
2026-04-09
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Very knowledgeable professional
2026-04-07
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Dr. Morse was very attentive to what I had to say to him about my concerns to my health. I appreciated his calm tone and demeanor
2026-04-02
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Very positive No complaints
2026-04-04
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It was a wonderful visit with Dr. Morse. He's very friendly, very professional, very knowledgeable, really listened to my concerns and gave us a plan of action and made it very clear what I needed to do as far as tests and so on. It was really a pleasure meeting with him and we look forward to our meetings in the future. Thank you.
2026-04-02
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Informative with respect
2026-04-01
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I have always had a great experience with my provider and I would recommend him any Mass General, Brigham, for any reason at all.
2026-04-01
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This provider always explains what I need and assure me that he will do all procedures. Dr Morse is very understanding of my needs and always makes me feel comfortable.
2026-03-30
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This was a phone follow up with Dr Morris and I am overly satisfied with our talk and the results
2026-03-28
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I am very happy with results and am impressed with how professional and empathetic the staff is...they really care!!
2026-03-12
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Excellent experience
2026-03-12
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Been with Dr. Morse many years now and I am very satisfied
2026-03-12
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Dr. Morse is very thorough. Always explains everything to me. He's an excellent surgeon and the only one I trust. I won't go anywhere else. [redacted] He also has a wonderful personality and is caring. He is the best of the best. I am very grateful to be able to see him.
2026-03-09
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I am being followed regularly, i am very pleased with the arrangement and the providers availability. I feel confident my condition is being monitored
2026-03-09
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I feel like I am so important & in awesome hands
2026-03-04
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Excellent explanation and details about upcoming procedure. Made sure I understood and answered all of my questions.
2026-03-04
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he is ver proffesional
2026-03-03
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Extremely helpful and professional
2026-03-01
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I totally respect Dr Morse and appreciate his willingness to work with me. His professionalism and dedication to his patients
2026-03-01
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I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Morse. He totally pays attention, knows what he's saying, and explains it where I can understand it.
2026-02-27
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Dr. was very kind and listened well. [redacted]
2026-02-19
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Dr. Morse is a smart caring physician.
2026-02-18
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I'm not sure what happens next. My provider said that I needed a procedure to be performed at Cooley Dickinson Hospital and that it would be arranged by his office. Did he send an order to Cooley who in turn will call me to schedule? Do I have to do something? Not clear.
2026-02-18
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Personable, reassuring, and knowledgeable.
2026-02-17
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Thank you for the continued care
2026-02-16
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I would have liked to get a Dr report from my lung biopsy sooner than two weeks.
2026-02-25
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We discussed test results on the phone, however, I prefer face to face in person conversations. Doctor Morse is top notch..
2026-02-27
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I have been seen by Dr Morse many times before. He is always professional and knowledgeable
2026-02-25
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My experience with his provider and with your facility so far has been excellent. I wouldn't recommend any changes because it was perfect.
2026-01-25
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Dr. Morse has long been one of the very best MGH physicians I have had to deal with.
2026-01-25
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Dr Morse doesn't rush me and answers any questions I have.
2026-01-14
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very professional and helpful
2026-01-12
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I'm lucky
2025-12-24
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He was knowledgeable about my Case and answered all my questions To my satisfaction.
2025-12-23
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Yes, I had a wonderful experience with Christopher Morris. He's one of the best doctors that I've seen in a long time. I really, really like him and I hope he stays on. Bye-bye.
2025-12-22
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I didn't see him in person. We talked on the phone and it was very good.
2025-12-22
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Yes, Dr. Morse was extremely helpful. Absolutely, positively amazing, understanding, and caring. [redacted] Thank you.
2025-12-18
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Excellent care provider, always just a fabulous doctor that I trust and that's important. Thank you very much.
2025-12-18
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Everything that was set up was the right way to go about it , meaning in a timely manner and not when it was too late . Everyone involved did an excellent job [redacted] and did their job well individually.
2025-12-16
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Dr. Morse is excellent, a wonderful diagnostician, listens to his patients, speaks so that his patients understand what he is saying, is very careful and thoughtful.
2025-12-18
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Excellent care
2025-12-15
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Excellent bedside manner, professional
2025-12-15
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They were very professional. I'm satisfied with the service. Thank you.
2025-12-12
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Dr. Morse is an experienced surgeon and also has a good bedside manner. I did not feel rushed or dismissed in any way. [redacted]
2025-12-11
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Dr Morse is a caring genuine guy and a brilliant Dr
2025-12-08
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This was a teleconference. My first contact with this doctor. He was attentive and direct. He just concurred with the steps forward that were discussed with the pulmonary doctor
2025-12-01
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Not hurried, professional and easy to understand
2025-11-26
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Dr Morse entire staff is always attentive and responsive Dr Morse is clear and concise when in our conversations He listens and answers questions specifically and directly
2025-11-26
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Dr Morse has been very attentive!
2025-11-24
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Dr . Morse is easy to talk to and has a great bedside manner.
2025-11-24
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The care was exceptional.
2025-11-24
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Took the time to explain everything that I needed and why.He was very nice , patient and professional .
2025-11-17
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Positive experience,expect the same in future consults.
2025-11-16
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Dr. Morse and nurse [redacted] made me feel extremely comfortable like they really cared. I was so comfortable when I met both of them. I knew that I was in good hands. And my fears of surgery definitely lessened because of the comfortability that they provided.
2025-11-03
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All the care providers I saw that day were very courteous, very professional, and very competent.
2025-10-30
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This Dr was very confident that he can fix my problem, when no one else was willing to tackle it in Maine. I'm waiting for an appt to be made to have the surgery now.
2025-10-29
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Professional - succinct - attentive to questions
2025-10-24
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Dr Morse is amazing, he listens, he is brilliant and an excellent doctor.
2025-10-16
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He was quick to refer me to a member of the team most related to my need. He was very informative however I provided him with wrong information about my condition which unfortunately was critical. So I did not get the information that I would have received should I have provided accurate information. He was good but I messed up.
2025-10-16
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Very kind listen to me and what I had to say.
2025-10-15
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Dr. Christopher R Morse is superb.He is knowledgeable and friendly, He establishes a rapport quickly without rushing thins along.
2025-10-15
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Dr Morse is clear, direct and to the point. At the same time, he listens and answers questions clearly and in layman terms. His wisdom and knowledge is appreciated. He clearly and positively summed up the situation, and he has given clear direction for what the next steps should be given my current situation. It was a positive experience to talk to Dr. Morse, and I am pleased that I am under his care in this situation, as before his involvement I did receive some conflicting recommendations regarding my potential ailment from another MGB Dr. Therefore, from the plan that was made for my Biopsy, and then now that we know the issue is benign, but worth watching: I am glad that Dr. Morse is leading the way in this on-going process.
2025-10-14
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Two providers were excellent, very friendly, engaging and informative
2025-10-11
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He is very knowledgeable and nice
2025-10-08
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Provider listened to my concerns and addressed them all in a kind, caring, compassionate way.
2025-10-06
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Very good experience talking to this provider...made me feel confident
2025-10-01
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DR.MORSE IS A VERY SPECIAL DOCTOR...KIND. UNDERSTANDING ETC
2025-09-28
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Provider was 15-20 minutes late for zoom session, seemed very rushed, didn't know any of my hx and didn't really let me speak or explain my concerns. It felt like I needed to talk a hundred miles an hour to get the information in because he would cut me off. It was fine -but it wasn't a good experience.
2025-09-28
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Too rush and he did not read the personal message sent to him About my case from another MGH specialist
2025-09-22
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This was the first telephone interview. I was pleased with the outcome of the conversation
2025-09-17
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Great
2025-09-13
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I had a telephone appointment with Dr. Morse to discuss the results of a CAT scan. The phone call was very productive and he explained everything to me clearly. We also talked about a follow up plan for the future.
2025-09-10
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Great
2025-08-21
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He was very respectful, amazing. I liked him. He explained everything. I would definitely have him for any surgery I ever needed. Thank you very much, Dr. Morse.
2025-08-18
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