Emily S Robinson, MD, MPH

Emily S Robinson, MD, MPH

Not currently accepting new patients

4.93 average rating from 320 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Chestnut Hill, MA
  • Foxborough, MA
  • Boston, MA

Emily Robinson MD is a clinical nephrologist and Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School, as well as the Director of Community Nephrology at BWH. She sees patients with a variety of renal issues. Her clinical interests include chronic kidney disease management and prevention, the transition to end stage renal disease, kidney stone prevention, lupus nephritis, as well as working closely with the renal transplant team to do donor evaluations and to follow patients in the community post-transplant.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Nephrology, 2009
  • Internship: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2006
  • Medical Education: University of Connecticut School of Medicine, 2003

Board Certifications

  • Nephrology, American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Patient Feedback

4.93 average rating from 320 reviews

  • Dr. Robinson has been an excellent care provider for me for many years.

    2026-05-27

  • I can never say enough about Dr. Emily Robinson-she is just the most caring, kind and understanding physician and I'm so thankful to be in her care.

    2026-05-25

  • Everyone I encountered was very friendly and professional

    2026-05-25

  • Positive

    2026-05-25

  • Dr Robinson is outstanding in every respect. She is very knowledgeable and personable. Gives very good advice.

    2026-05-24

  • [redacted] it was worth waiting for this provider.

    2026-05-23

  • I am comfortable with her [redacted]

    2026-05-20

  • This provider has been my health advocate for many years. She is absolutely wonderful with everything and I appreciate her very, very much. Thank you.

    2026-05-21

  • She is an exceptional dr who always listens to my health concerns and always communicates test results and advice the same day of appt.

    2026-05-18

  • Dr Robinson was very reassuring. She listened to all I had to say and clearly explained things to me. I got lab results quickly. I was seen on time and not rushed at all.

    2026-05-16

  • Dr. Emily Robinson is wonderful, compassionate, brilliant and so explicit in her explanations of everything.. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.. Thank you

    2026-05-13

  • Dr. Robinson took time during my appointment to listen to any concerns I had and gave great feedback. Very comfortable and very professional.

    2026-05-09

  • Everyone I dealt with was very professional.

    2026-05-06

  • I have seen Dr Robinson for CKD for 5 years now. She and the entire Transplant team is superior

    2026-05-06

  • She obviously reviewed my chart before seeing me and knew my history very well .

    2026-05-06

  • Very positive experience. Knowledgeable and answers my questions in a way I can understand. Quickly responded when there were some concerns with bloodwork and followed up right away.

    2026-05-06

  • Excellent

    2026-05-03

  • Very knowledgeable. Always attentive. Always runs on time.

    2026-04-28

  • Dr Robinson always knows my entire medical history. She explains everything to me. I completely trust her advice and judgment.

    2026-04-27

  • She understands my medical problems and does many services in the background to give me the best healthcare that she can.

    2026-04-24

  • It is always an efficient visit.

    2026-04-22

  • Emily Robinson is a gem and you're lucky to have her on your medical staff. She is professional, smart and warm. I always feel at ease speaking with her and I trust implicitly to provide me with the best medical care.

    2026-04-22

  • I am so grateful to have Dr Robinson as my Nephrologist. She is wonderful

    2026-04-22

  • Dr. Robinson always makes me feel comfortable and listened to.

    2026-04-20

  • Dr Robinson enabled me to ask several questions and I did not feel very rushed

    2026-04-18

  • She always take time to ask you questions and answer the best of her ability

    2026-04-15

  • Delighted with Dr. Robinson as part of my MGHB care team.

    2026-04-09

  • Good

    2026-04-09

  • Dr. Robinson is a wonderful Dr. She answers any questions you have for her. I hope she stays here as long as I am.

    2026-04-07

  • Dr Robinson was fabulous!!! First time seeing her . Attentive, prompt, informative, detailed !!!! So impressed. Thank you

    2026-04-06

  • I have many doctors I see. She is the best one.

    2026-04-01

  • Very professional

    2026-04-01

  • Pleasant timely and informative.

    2026-04-01

  • Yes, the experience was excellent. The facility is excellent. Everybody was good. I said that on the questionnaire. Dr. Robinson is the best. Completely knowledgeable and understandable and compassionate. Couldn't be better. Thank you.

    2026-03-12

  • Understands what I require and what I want done

    2026-03-12

  • Dr. Robinson and staff are wonderful! Love the interaction, knowledge skills and their bedside manner.

    2026-03-09

  • Dr. Robinson is a wonderful physician. She was able to figure out that the amount of a certain prescription given to me by another doctor was too high and adjusted it for me. That slight change made all of the difference for me. She is very good at assessing problems and correcting them.

    2026-03-07

  • Excellent

    2026-03-07

  • She was kind and explained everything to me in a way that I could understand.

    2026-03-03

  • Dr. Robinson has been an awesome doctor. I feel very safe. I feel listened to. I feel like she's on top of things so I don't have to worry so much. She truly is an exceptional physician and I'm lucky to have her.

    2026-03-06

  • The BEST renal Dr. This visit was a virtual follow up appt. She is dedicated to her patients and their health. She listens and always validates my questions. I would highly recommend her.

    2026-03-01

  • Dr. Emily Robinson is a wonderful doctor. I am comfortable and confident in her treatment of me.

    2026-02-19

  • Everything went smooth and very good

    2026-02-16

  • Dr. Robinson is very thorough and knowledgeable.

    2026-02-16

  • Dr. Robinson is the best

    2026-02-12

  • Dr. Robinson is an excellent clinician and well respected specialist in her field. I value her role in my healthcare.

    2026-02-11

  • Hi, Dr. Robinson listens to the patient and has information. I'm never afraid to ask any questions with Dr. Robinson, and she's always very willing to answer them. I feel very comfortable with her as my physician. Thank you.

    2026-02-27

  • Dr. Robinson was professional, friendly, and trustworthy.

    2026-02-26

  • All good. No issues

    2026-02-26

  • Great

    2026-02-25

  • Met expectations

    2026-02-07

  • Always a very comfortable experience.

    2026-02-04

  • Dr. Robinson is an excellent provider because she is obviously an expert in the care of the kidneys, she is personable and kind. I would recommend Dr. Robinson to anyone seeking a highest quality physician in kidney care and an empathetic person tuned in to any questions or concerns you may have.

    2026-01-28

  • I have been a patient of Dr. Robinson for 9 years now. She has been one of the best Drs. I've seen. She is always responds in a timely manner to any questions or concerns I may have.

    2026-01-30

  • Has always treated me with respect, answered my questions, and provided details for upcoming procedure.

    2026-01-18

  • She was very nice and I do not mind seeing her.

    2026-01-14

  • I found Dr. Robinson, as always, courteous and knowledgeable. She demonstrated a concern for my condition and provided very helpful and useful information.

    2026-01-14

  • I have always been well taken care of at Brigham,so far. Thank you

    2026-01-17

  • Dr. Emily Robinson is fantastic!

    2026-01-12

  • Dr Robinson is the rare provider that really listens and takes the time needed to find out what is going on. Then she communicated very effectively - two ways not the usual dump of info- Refreshing and reassuring.

    2026-01-12

  • She provided answers to any questions that I came up with did a complete check of prescriptions and followed up with any questions that I had

    2026-01-12

  • Great

    2026-01-12

  • Dr. Robinson is wonderful. She got me through kidney failure and dialysis 3 years ago and has helped me maintain a good and stable life since then. I have had some other problems but she taught me how to protect my kidneys. I am so grateful to her.

    2026-01-12

  • Appointments are always professional, informative, and compassionate.

    2025-12-31

  • Dr Emily Robinson is among the finest health care providers I have ever had. From her caring warmth to her knowledge and efficiency, she never disappoints. She is the best!

    2025-12-30

  • Dr. Robinson is wonderful - - always very well prepared, knowledgeable and caring. I feel lucky to be her patient.

    2025-12-25

  • Dr Robinson is always professional,friendly, can operate computer to access information quickly, always compares past results with present. Discusses anything, very thorough, and knowledgeable about me and my past history.

    2025-12-25

  • Dr Robinson is awesome. Clear, concise, respectful, speaks in terms I understand, great personality. She's terrific.

    2025-12-21

  • Always professional and shows genuine concern for me

    2025-12-21

  • Dr Robinson is a wonderful CARING DOCTOR .she explains everthing in detail to you

    2025-12-20

  • Very patient with me and really made me feel comfortable

    2025-12-15

  • It's good to have a doctor that's familiar with my conditions

    2025-12-15

  • On time. Thourough. Professional courteous

    2025-12-14

  • Dr. Emily Robinson is very caring and explains some of the new tests I have to take she tells me all the options I have with this procedure She is very thorough and positive with me

    2025-12-14

  • She is very pleasant, makes me feel at ease, seems to take a personal interest in my well being

    2025-12-11

  • I've been going to Emily Robinson for quite a few years now. I like her. She's very thorough. She's very kind. She has good personality. She listens and she takes her time. Thank you.

    2025-12-11

  • Very thorough, listened to what I had to say, and provided feedback in a manner that was easy for me to follow.

    2025-12-09

  • Keep up the good work

    2025-12-01

  • Dr Robinson is wonderful! She knows my history and always takes the time to listen to my questions or concerns.

    2025-12-01

  • Dr. Robinson seemed very knowledgeable and professional and she was easy to talk to and understand.

    2025-12-01

  • Very good

    2025-12-01

  • She is always concerned about my overall health and condition. She is tops...the very best!!!

    2025-11-29

  • she is kind and understanding and very helpful

    2025-11-27

  • Dr.Robinson always takes the time to answer all my concerns.

    2025-11-26

  • DR.ROBINSON IS VERY EFFICIENT AND I ENJOY HAVING HER FOR MY PROVIDER

    2025-11-24

  • Dr. Robinson is fabulous!! She is one of my favorite doctors. She listens, she answers questions, she pays attention to everything you say - she is wonderful!!!

    2025-11-23

  • Was friendly but professional. Explained my current condition

    2025-11-23

  • Although I had to wait a long time to see if this provider it was worth my while she was very knowledgeable and helpful with my situation

    2025-11-27

  • Great dr. Always very concerned with your overall health and well being. Very knowledgeable, always on top of her game.

    2025-11-15

  • I received excellent care.

    2025-11-15

  • Doctor knew my case very well and discussed everything with me completely. Very professional.

    2025-11-13

  • She is an excellent doctor.

    2025-11-12

  • So happy I have become a patient of Dr. Robinson. I like her very much. I feel like she is taking very good care of me.

    2025-11-08

  • Dr Emily Robinson is a great doctor in every way. Worth waiting (1 year) for!

    2025-11-08

  • My doctor is easy going, understanding and responds to my questions or concerns on the portal in a timely manner.

    2025-11-05

  • Dr. Robinson is an outstanding healthcare professional. Her approach is consistently caring and professional, making me feel completely at ease and well-supported during every visit. I am most impressed by their dedication to communication-Dr. Robinson is incredibly quick to respond to all my questions, often getting back to me within hours. This level of responsiveness provides immense peace of mind and shows a genuine commitment to their patients' well-being. I highly recommend Dr. Robinson to anyone looking for attentive and expert care.

    2025-11-03

  • Very confident and communicative. No problems at all.

    2025-11-03

  • Dr Emily robinson is a caring, highly skilled doctor.

    2025-10-30

  • Dr Robinson is very caring. She is an excellent provider

    2025-10-27

  • Dr Robinson is just a fantastic physician,

    2025-10-20

  • Dr Robinson is always great

    2025-10-15

  • This is the second time I've met with Dr. Robinson. She is extremely knowledgeable and very helpful in answering my questions and concerns. I'm delighted that I have already made my appointment for next year

    2025-10-08

  • It was a wonderful experience. Dr. ROBINSON is the best !

    2025-10-06

  • Top experience. Only issue. 2 Blood Pressure monitors out of commission.

    2025-10-01

  • Really nothing to add. I go to her because she's he was highly recommended

    2025-09-26

  • She's great

    2025-09-25

  • Excellent, listens and explains, great doctor

    2025-09-22

  • She is very nice and explain what is going on

    2025-09-23

  • Dr Robinson is wonderful I am so grateful to be her patient

    2025-09-20

  • [redacted] Dr Robinson was very flexible and accommodating [redacted]

    2025-09-17

  • This is my first visit with Dr Robinson. She was very knowledgeable and gave me good advice during our visit.

    2025-09-17

  • Dr. Robinson was excellent!!

    2025-09-14

  • Experience I had with this provider, nurse and staff was very good and polite.

    2025-09-13

  • I am glad she is my doctor and I feel she looks out for me.

    2025-09-11

  • Dr Robinson has seeing me years and watches my Kidneys Function to ensure they have not changed.

    2025-09-08

  • Excellent. Always answers al my questions. Always feel very comfortable with her

    2025-09-06

  • Very caring provider and answers all questions and concerns

    2025-09-04

  • This care provider is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, caring, and thorough. She is always aware of other medical concerns I have as she reads other reports prior to our appt. She is personable, kind, easy to talk with, and is a brilliant doctor.

    2025-08-30

  • I am delighted with Dr. Robinson. Her professionalism, caring attitude, and knowledge.

    2025-08-27

  • Dr. Emily Robinson is a caring person Who takes away my fears and is very clear about telling me what I have to know. I respect her and feel lucky to have her as my doctor.

    2025-08-28

  • Doctor Robinson was very professional and took time for any concerns I might have had. I was very impressed and satisfied with her during my visit.

    2025-08-25

  • Dr. Emily Robinson is one the best physicians on my health care team. She is always well prepared before my appointment on all my medications and other physician appointments that I had, and the results thereof.

    2025-08-23

  • It's been wonderful. A great knowledgeable care provider.

    2025-08-14

  • I have full confidence in this doctor's knowledge and understanding

    2025-08-14

  • She is absolutely excellent

    2025-08-11

  • Dr. Robinson is a gem

    2025-08-07

  • Dr. Robinson is always very thorough and interacts in a very natural way. She is very caring and kind.

    2025-08-01

  • Everything went well

    2025-07-29

  • Great Doctor

    2025-07-29

  • Dr. Robinson is a very knowledgeable provider. She adjusted my medication, so that I wouldn't have any problems with my potassium levels and taught me about the effects of Gabapentin. She is very kind and takes time with her patients.

    2025-07-29

  • NO PROBLEMS

    2025-07-27

  • consistently outstanding

    2025-07-27

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