Mark A Preston, MD, MPH

Mark A Preston, MD, MPH

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4.910263 average rating from 419 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Boston, MA
  • Foxborough, MA

Dr. Mark A. Preston is a urologic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Associate Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Preston received his Medical Degree from the University of Ottawa in Canada, where he also completed his residency training in Urology. He completed a three-year accredited fellowship in Urologic Oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital, including a Masters of Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health with a concentration in clinical effectiveness. He is board certified in Urology.

Dr. Preston’s clinical interests include urologic oncology (bladder and prostate cancer) and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Preston’s research focuses on the epidemiology of prostate risk with an emphasis on predictive biomarkers, prostate cancer screening, and clinical trials in prostate and bladder cancer.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Urologic Oncology, 2013
  • Residency: Ottawa Hospital-General Campus, Urology, 2011
  • Medical Education: University Of Ottawa, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Urology, American Board of Urology

Languages Spoken

  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.910263 average rating from 419 reviews

  • Caring, intelligent provider. Understood my concerns and gave me advice.

    2026-10-03

  • The Doctor was amazing. He took the time to explain everything and made me feel more comfortable about my diagnosis. He made me feel like I was his only patient

    2026-10-02

  • Dr Preston was kind and professional, and gave me his full attention and reviewed my test results. [redacted]

    2026-09-30

  • Dr Mark Preston listened to all my concerns and answered all my questions and we had a good exchange and discussion. I am glad he has my case and I'd like to continue to work with him.

    2026-09-28

  • He assisted me in an issue with the VA I am dealing with which was very helpful. He has shown patience and has been pleasant in my dealings with him and appears to b vey knowledgeable

    2026-10-02

  • This was my first interaction with Dr Preston and it was outstanding in every way!

    2026-09-27

  • Professional and knowledgeable

    2026-09-27

  • I have dealt With Dr Preston since 2023 and have found him to be very thorough and professional. His bedside manners are very straight forward and easy to understand .

    2026-09-27

  • Dr. Preston has been wonderful for all the 12 years I've seen him. I trust his judgement completely.

    2026-09-26

  • Top notch provider Dr Mark Preston couldn't be happier

    2026-09-28

  • Some people enter a profession because of job security, pays well, and an element of prestige. Others into a profession because it's who they are. Dr. Preston is the latter. Competent, professional, courteous, and good natured.

    2026-09-24

  • Very informative and easy to work with.

    2026-09-28

  • The visit was serious yet the setting was relaxed and genuine. Mark (Dr. Preston) was interested in my whole visit to Boston, not just the medical side of the trip. I have a deep respect for this man.

    2026-09-21

  • I was celebrating my 8 year bladder removal and all is good

    2026-09-19

  • Dr Mark Preston is an absolute great Human Being and Doctor. He listens well and was a true professional while we covered some sensitive subjects!

    2026-09-19

  • Dr was late but very knowledgeable and very good at explaining next steps

    2026-09-19

  • Waited for almost an hour to see him, but once the appointment started it was 10/10

    2026-09-19

  • Excellent, easy to talk to and listens

    2026-09-15

  • Not much too say except, the best urologist I have ever seen/met.

    2026-09-14

  • Dr. Preston is a wonderful and very intelligent urological surgeon, and I deeply respect his capabilities and bedside manner. He's awesome.

    2026-09-11

  • i have great confidence in dr preston. i wish i had more connection with him however. the only time we connect is at a cystoscopy-related event. i would like to have conversations periodically with him.

    2026-09-09

  • First time meeting this doctor and he was fantastic

    2026-09-07

  • You are the best. Everyone treated me with great respect Probably the best treatment I could ever get.Thank you.

    2026-09-02

  • I trust and appreciate Dr.Preston.

    2026-09-02

  • Extremely easy to understand and was on-time!

    2026-09-02

  • Dr. Mark Preston and staff were exceptional, and I'm very lucky to have the privilege of receiving health care from him, and everyone else at MGB.

    2026-09-02

  • Excellent care

    2026-09-01

  • Dr. Preston is a great Doctor....seems to have my best interest at heart.

    2026-08-30

  • Good experience all around

    2026-08-14

  • He was just what I need at this point of my cancer

    2026-08-14

  • Dr. Preston has been very helpful while discussing my situation

    2026-08-14

  • He saved my life because of his knowledge and experience

    2026-08-11

  • Yes, I've been a patient of Dr. Preston for over 10 years. He certainly knows me very well. And at the visit, went over all my biopsies in the past, MRIs, and we have a plan for the future. He has always been attentive and knowledgeable. I believe he is an excellent provider.

    2026-08-12

  • Excellent rapor and concern.

    2026-08-10

  • Great experience

    2026-08-01

  • Very attentive and explains thing well.

    2026-07-30

  • Professional as always!

    2026-07-30

  • We had an excellent consultation with Dr. Preston. He was thorough, knowledgeable, and took the time to clearly explain all of the treatment options, including the most appropriate approaches and providers to consider. We truly appreciated his guidance and enjoyed meeting with him.

    2026-07-30

  • My experience could not have been better this is why I come all the way from Connecticut. My doctor makes me feel confident in him and also makes me feel very comfortable about the visit.

    2026-07-29

  • From arrival to departure a positive encounter. First time at the Urology Clinic at Patriot Place. Considering my problem I was shown respect and Concern.

    2026-07-29

  • Dr. Preston, my urologist, I have a lot of faith and trust in him. I think he's an excellent doctor. He's very cautious and careful and watches me and the problems that I have very carefully. Thank you.

    2026-07-27

  • Understanding and professional Along with the nurses accompanying the procedure

    2026-07-24

  • The best.

    2026-07-23

  • Care provider was very professional, listened to my concerns, and cared about what the plan would be moving forward.

    2026-07-13

  • He has a great deal of knowledge and is very personable. Nice person as well as a good doctor.

    2026-07-11

  • Yeah, it was fine. The doctor was very congenial, kept me up to date on what's going on. I appreciate the service that he gave me.

    2026-07-03

  • My experience with this care provider- was excellent.

    2026-06-25

  • Dr. Preston is an expert about the bladder cancer that I have. He keeps me completely informed about it and has provided outstanding medical care for me.

    2026-06-22

  • The Doctor is a great provider. I fully recommend him.

    2026-06-20

  • New my med history and i have all the faith in him

    2026-06-20

  • Easy

    2026-06-19

  • I am very happy with the provider Thank you

    2026-06-17

  • Knowledgable, caring, personable, and efficient. Very glad to be his patient.

    2026-06-24

  • Very grateful for Dr Preston's care!!

    2026-06-14

  • I felt he was professional and answered my questions.

    2026-06-13

  • Doctor was clear with potential care options that may be required

    2026-06-13

  • Well qualified Top Notch

    2026-06-13

  • Good care

    2026-06-12

  • Dr. Preston is excellent: gracious with his time, clear with his answers, thoughtful with his diagnoses.

    2026-06-09

  • Dr. Preston is excellent. Knowledgeable, friendly, and communicative.

    2026-06-07

  • Dr. Preston saved my life. I met him about a year ago. I had been told to go home. I only had four to six months to live. I met Dr. Preston, who had an incredible confidence level. He told me that we would go ahead, or he would go ahead and take out, excuse me, my bladder and my prostate, and that there were two other spots and we would fix those after the fact. I had such confidence in him that there was no question that we were going to do this. We did, and here I am 10 months later, still living and in outstanding health, except for follow-up treatment.

    2026-06-08

  • I absolutely Love Dr Preston. He is skilled surgeon who seems to love his Job. He listens to my questions and answers in such a way I can understand. He is so smart and skilled yet humble and empathetic.

    2026-06-06

  • Dr. Preston has followed me medically for several years and has always given me excellent service and medical advice.

    2026-06-05

  • I couldn't be more satisfied with Dr. Mark Preston. Excellent communicator, great listener, patient, and, most importantly, outstanding surgeon.

    2026-06-05

  • Dr. Preston is an excellent doctor. He's a good communicator. He's very good at listening to the patient in terms of the patient's concerns and interests. He spends adequate time and doesn't rush the visit. I would say that of the several doctors that I visit, he is by far the best. Thank you.

    2026-06-05

  • Dr. Preston is great! I have 100% confidence in his prognosis and directions.

    2026-06-05

  • I think dr.Preston is an Excellant, knowledgeable, and kind dr. I have utmost confidence in him

    2026-06-04

  • Dr Mark Preston outstanding. he was exceptionally professional, and had obviously studied my record carefully before I was seen. He listened to everything I had to say and was careful to ensure that he answered my questions. He drew illustrations to help explain what he was telling me. dr. Preston's notes thoroughly and accurately described everything we discussed. Then he wrote a message on a weekend evening after getting my blood results to explain the results to me very carefully and thoroughly. Dr. Preston is the model of everything you can expect from an outstanding healthcare provider. I was very fortunate to have been referred to him. Thank you for this opportunity to expressed these observations and feelings, sincerely, [redacted]

    2026-06-04

  • Thank you for what you do!

    2026-06-03

  • He was very knowledgeable and helpful in planning the next stage of my treatment.

    2026-06-03

  • He was very nice and courteous and very great with all the answers and questions that I had. I really thought he was great. Okay, thank you.

    2026-05-29

  • Thought deeply about my issues

    2026-05-19

  • Dr. Preston was a good listener and was willing to answer all questions asked during the appointment visit.

    2026-05-15

  • Excellent

    2026-05-15

  • Dr. Mark Preston is totally awesome. I've been seeing him for years. I have no complaints at all about any of the care I have received. Thank you. He's the best.

    2026-05-11

  • Great physician and team.

    2026-05-10

  • Mark Preston is awesome !!!!! We travel from [redacted] specifically for the great care we get in Boston and specifically from Dr Mark Preston He has been wonderful from the first time we met him very caring and takes his time explaining everything and listens to questions He is one of the best !!! We feel a lot of gratitude to have him for [redacted]s care.

    2026-05-09

  • I appreciate the excellent care provided by Dr. Preston.

    2026-05-09

  • Dr. Preston surely seems competent and confident. I only wish he had been a little bit more compassionate and listened a little bit more and open to other ideas.

    2026-05-08

  • Dr. Preston is great. He's very easy to talk to and speaks in a calm, casual tone, but direct when he needs to be. There's sometimes a lack of clarity as to "when" and "who" I'll be in contact with regarding follow-up. ("You should hear from someone to set something up soon." Who's someone? What's "soon"?) It's minor but more clarity with next steps & scheduling would be greatly appreciated.

    2026-05-05

  • This was my first visit with Dr Preston and it was a very positive experience. He listened and discussed the different paths forward for treatments and monitoring.

    2026-05-05

  • He showed genuine concern for me and answered all my questions

    2026-05-05

  • Hello, I really appreciate the fact that Dr. Preston has taken the time to follow up with me. [redacted] I appreciate the thoroughness, his willingness to listen to me, and he completely understands my situation. [redacted] So very, very grateful. [redacted]

    2026-05-04

  • Dr. Mark Preston is an outstanding doctor. He's taken care of me now for six years. I'm cancer-free. He's done a wonderful job. He's always so courteous to me and is very, very thorough. I highly recommend him to a lot of my friends and relatives that might face a similar situation. He's outstanding.

    2026-05-01

  • Dr Preston answered my wifes and my concerns and we have confidence in his advice and support.

    2026-05-01

  • Everything was positive

    2026-04-30

  • I saw only 1 doctor (Preston) and a nurse that took to the exam room and asked questions prior to seeing the doctor.

    2026-04-29

  • Great docton

    2026-04-29

  • It's all 10s Sooooo

    2026-04-29

  • great provider and very honest with his recommendations for my continued care

    2026-04-29

  • Unreal, just perfect.... the best

    2026-04-29

  • Dr. Preston listened to what I had to say, and responded with clear and helpful information as well as ordering Rx's to address my increasing BPH symptoms and concerns. Very happy with our long-term relationship.

    2026-04-28

  • Great bedside manner, and very thorough.

    2026-04-26

  • Very comfortable with this provider and what I feel is his grasp of my medical issues

    2026-04-26

  • Dr. Preston is an excellent physician.

    2026-04-25

  • Having Dr Preston as the provider is worth the hassle of getting into Boston to be seen

    2026-04-25

  • Since my consult appointment with Dr. Preston i have received many updates from him regarding his reviewing all of my past bladder related surgeries including IR attempts to get through a mass in my right urethra.

    2026-04-19

  • Pleased to have Dr.Preston as my urologist.

    2026-04-19

  • Dr Preston is great

    2026-04-17

  • Dr Preston is great...he listens to me when I ask a question and gives meaningful answers. He explains what he thinks my issues are and how to treat them. I am over 300 miles from him and yet he knows me as well as my pcp thats 20 miles away. I am so pleased that I connected with Dr Preston

    2026-04-16

  • Dr. Preston is a very caring person. He communicates in a way that makes it easy for his patients to understand all aspects of the conversation and without using medical terminology. That has not been the case with other doctors I have met with over the years.

    2026-04-17

  • I am 100% satisfied with the patient care that I'm getting from the doctor at urology with my prostate. The entire team has been very helpful, courteous, and the doctor could not have given me better advice. I'm 100% satisfied.

    2026-04-13

  • Very professional and answered all questions.

    2026-04-11

  • Nice experience

    2026-04-10

  • Dr Preston answered any questions I had. He has been very supportive. I never feel rushed during my visit.

    2026-04-09

  • I didn't get timely reply to my messages and questions after a MRI last year.

    2026-04-09

  • Dr. Preston is awesome

    2026-04-08

  • Dr. Preston does a great job! I always feel like he is listening to me and understands what I am going through! I am very happy with my decision to seek care through Dana Farber Cancer Care and Mass General.

    2026-04-08

  • Dr. Preston has been following a calcified cyst on the upper right pole of my right kidney for 8 years. As a result, he is very familiar with my case. A recent ultrasound demonstrated that the calcified cyst resolved. Dr. Preston was able to convey the pertinent information and answer questions relatively quickly over the phone. His provider's notes about the appointment with me, document the history of the cyst which had been classified as a Bosniak II-F. I have enjoyed having Dr. Preston as my urologist.

    2026-04-08

  • Dr. Preston is excellent.

    2026-04-08

  • My providers were professional and compassionate, as always.

    2026-04-06

  • Dr Preston was great. Showed definite care about my condition. Definitely interested in my care. I am very pleased to be his patient.

    2026-04-04

  • Very professional with excellent communication skills. Caring with a positive attitude.

    2026-04-04

  • Dr Preston is one of the best doctors I ve ever had. His professionalism gives me confidence i ll stay in remission from the cancer i had.

    2026-04-04

  • I love Dr. Preston, the man saved my life. He's caring. He listens to you. And I wouldn't go anywhere else. And if anybody I know needs to see an oncologist, it would be Dr. Preston if it was for urology. Thank you.

    2026-04-03

  • [redacted] the communication and care was exceptional.

    2026-04-01

  • Look forward to getting treatment from this provider. He has my confidence.

    2026-04-01

  • I was very happy with everyone I dealt with during my visit. The physician listened and communicated perfectly. I am glad I made the de decision to go with this provider.

    2026-04-01

  • Dr. Preston is the best! I've been under his care for almost eight years. Great surgeon. The outcomes from my radical cystectomy are very good. Highly recommended!

    2026-03-30

  • Dr. Preston is an extraordinary doctor. His skills and knowledge and expertise are incredible. I have the utmost respect for his skills and knowledge and expertise. I would recommend him to anybody, friends, family. I'd recommend him to anyone. He's also not afraid to take risks, which I think these days is not found in many doctors, but he's willing to. And based on his knowledge and his expertise, I think they very often come out in his favor.

    2026-03-23

  • I have no problems. Everybody was great.

    2026-03-21

  • He is kind, considerate and very skilled I highly recommend him!

    2026-03-21

  • Great doctor

    2026-03-18

  • I have very high regard for Dr. Preston. [redacted]

    2026-03-16

  • my partner and i were anxious about my visit and what surgical outcome may be in my future. dr preston was very explanatory and we had all our questions answered. we left feeling that i have the correct surgeon and i am in the best place for my bladder cancer.

    2026-03-15

  • Dr Preston is the best..... [redacted]

    2026-03-21

  • Staff is very professional

    2026-03-11

  • Dr. Preston is an excellent doctor and I'm very grateful to be seeing him.

    2026-03-11

  • I find Dr. Preston to be extremely good at what he does, caring, informed, and kind.

    2026-03-18

  • Pleasant encounter.

    2026-03-07

  • the best.

    2026-03-05

  • I love my care team

    2026-03-05

  • Dr. Preston is empathetic, caring and on target.

    2026-03-05

  • Dr Preston has been a valued physician of my health care team. I have great confidence in his expertise and appreciate his caring demeanor He also politely laughs at my corny wise cracks

    2026-03-04

  • Excellent care in each and every aspect Of my visit

    2026-03-04

  • Dr Preston was amazing. He was professional, knowledgeable and added just enough "light" conversation to the appointment that could otherwise have been very intense. He gave me great confidence in his ability to help me.

    2026-03-04

  • I am so grateful that Dr. P could arrange to see me via telehealth when the office was closed in the blizzard. We had traveled the day before to be sure we were nearby for the appt and it got cancelled hours after we arrived. He was so responsive and kind

    2026-03-01

  • Dr. Preston has been incredibly professional. He has answered every question I've had and the surgery he performed went flawlessly. I am having an amazing recovery because of him.

    2026-02-28

  • I find Dr Preston to be warm, knowledgeable, and pleasant. It is a pleasure to meet with him.

    2026-02-16

  • Have confidence in his expertise. Warm, friendly.

    2026-02-16

  • Very good

    2026-02-14

  • Dr. Mark Preston was nothing but a professional all the way. I really respect his time, listening to what I had to say, explaining things to me thoroughly, and explaining different options that I may have. I'm very fortunate to have him on my team.

    2026-02-13

  • Dr Preston is amazing . He is a great Foctir . Very knowledgeable and extremely up to date on the latest medicines, chemo and treatment plans for every patient.

    2026-03-01

  • They're always on time. The nurses are very good and I really enjoy the doctor. He's helped me through my cancer and I owe him that. So that's it.

    2026-02-27

  • He's an excellent surgeon his follow up care needs work.

    2026-02-24

  • Dr Preston is the most compassionate doctor I've ever seen. He is very knowledgeable and has given me new life

    2026-02-24

  • top notch

    2026-02-04

  • My experience with Mark is very positive. The difficulties I've had are with his back office and a very spotty record in getting back to me about appointments or any other questions I might have. That's it. Thank you.

    2026-02-05

  • Professional and kind

    2026-02-02

  • I waited awhile for the appointment but once there, every aspect of dealing with Dr. Preston and all others was perfect

    2026-01-31

  • Really appreciate the treatment I have received and the expertise that the doctors and medical professionals have displayed.

    2026-01-31

  • Dr. Preston was very impressive, very professional, very knowledgeable, answered all my questions, was respectful, and he was easy to talk to.

    2026-01-30

  • Excellent physician

    2026-01-29

  • Well, Dr. Preston's an excellent doctor. I'm glad to be under his care and I get a cystoscope with him and he makes it bearable, actually. So I appreciate that.

    2026-01-30

  • I am guessing I could not find better.

    2026-01-29

  • This doctor was a recommendation from another doctor, and I found him very pleasant and personable very much

    2026-01-28

  • Very thorough, answered all questions well.

    2026-01-22

  • Never rushed, always caring! Answered all questions and plan in place for future.

    2026-01-18

  • Very calm, and explains things well. He is very knowledgeable.

    2026-01-18

  • Dr. Preston was professional and put me at ease. He gave me information needed to understand my options. He remained open to see me in the future as needed

    2026-01-18

  • Dr Preston was thorough, informative, patient, answered all my questions, and even drew a diagram to help me better understand my situation. I was impressed

    2026-01-18

  • Dr. Preston has a fantastic bedside manner. He was patient and friendly. He took his time with me understanding my angst about what I am experiencing. Dr. Preston was the one who found problems that my former urologist either didn't see or overlooked... To me, Dr. Preston is expert in his field, and I consider myself among the very fortunate to have him as my urologist.

    2026-01-15

  • Nothing to add, [redacted] and Dr. Preston are an absolute pleasure to deal with.

    2026-01-13

  • I was quite pleased with my experience with Dr Preston and his assistant and my initial experience with the hospital and reception was very positive helpful and enjoyable

    2026-01-11

  • Impressed with the care

    2025-12-24

  • A good exper

    2025-12-24

  • My experience was and always has been tremendous with Dr. Preston. I am suffering from bladder cancer, which is you may know a serious disease. And ever since I've been in his care for several years, he has been nothing but extraordinary in confidence, make me feel that I'm in good hands, trusting, even though the pain and the procedures sometimes are very tough with him. He makes it so much easier and to understand and just generally all around is probably the most efficient and competent doctor I've dealt with concerns.

    2025-12-28

  • Knowledgeable, respectful, polite, good listener, answered all my questions.

    2025-12-25

  • He's very easy to talk to and listens to what the patient has to say, besides being a great surgeon!

    2025-12-24

  • Excellent knowledge and quality care

    2025-12-21

  • Dr. Preston always makes the procedure as easy and comfortable as possible! He explains what is happening during the test!

    2025-12-20

  • For some reason, the virtual visit did not occur. I don't know if it was a technical problem or something on my end or on the other end of the line, but there was no virtual visit.

    2025-12-11

  • I am my sister [redacted]'s health care proxy and caregiver and Dr. Preston was very good with my sister, addressed her directly and waited for a response from me, which is always a good thing. I like so that my sister feels that she's being addressed and heard and he was very knowledgeable. He spoke to us in plain language so that we could understand and answered all of our questions and we really liked him. Thank you.

    2025-12-11

  • As a first visit, Dr Preston was very thoughtful in considering the status of my health issue. . His recommendation to explore more testing to find out exactly what is going on makes sense .

    2025-12-08

  • Dr. Preston has been treating me for some time now and he's the best!

    2025-12-07

  • Dr Preston is amazing. He clearly cares about his patients. He does a wonderful job explaining complex medical stuff in layman terms

    2025-12-07

  • Dr Preston answered all my questions and was very informative

    2025-12-03

  • Dr. Preston, has always been a pleasure to deal with even when the news isn't good. However, the news over the last nine months has been very good thanks to the excellent partnering with my oncologist, and Dr. Preston's sensitivity to my needs.

    2025-12-01

  • Wonderful experience

    2025-12-01

  • knowledgeable, answered all my questions appropriately, and plan of future care answered appropriately.

    2025-12-01

  • Fine results So far no reoccurrence

    2025-11-24

  • Mark Preston is both a top notch urologist and a kind, calming human being

    2025-11-22

  • Doctor Preston was very polite and careful in his analysis for my health situation.

    2025-11-16

  • Unlike the previous Doctor, I had seen, Doctor Preston actually asked me what I thought about my situation and how I wanted to deal with it, rather than automatically tell me what he wants to do. That made a world of difference to me.

    2025-11-15

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