Borami Shin, MD

Borami Shin, MD

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4.926761 average rating from 142 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Boston, MA
  • Westwood, MA

Dr. Shin has an impressive academic and professional background. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in molecular and cell biology from the University of California, Berkeley. Following this, she pursued her medical degree at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. During her time there, she demonstrated a commitment to community service by founding the UCSD student-run free clinic.

Her postgraduate training includes a residency in general surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, where she engaged in extensive research on biochemical protection and treatments for ischemic heart disease. Dr. Shin recently completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, further honing her expertise in this specialized field. She continues to dedicate herself to heart health by serving as a cardiac surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

Dr. Shin’s clinical interests are centered around coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease, with a particular emphasis on surgical interventions for these conditions. She provides exceptional care in the field of general adult cardiac surgery, focusing on coronary artery revascularization and managing valvular pathologies.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Shin is actively involved in research aimed at improving outcomes and advancing treatments for coronary artery disease. She is particularly interested in surgical innovation and education, striving to enhance both patient care and the training of future surgeons.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 2023
  • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, General Surgery, 2021
  • Medical Education: University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, 2013

Board Certifications

  • Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery, American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Languages Spoken

  • Korean
  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.926761 average rating from 142 reviews

  • If it wasn't for Dr. Shin, [redacted] would not be here today.

    2026-09-10

  • This was my first time meeting with Dr Shin. Found her to be a pyhsician that listens to your concerns and explains her response in easily understood terms.

    2026-09-07

  • Excellent experience.

    2026-08-25

  • The 2 doctors were polite and very clear in describing @ surgical options zThey insti)ed respect and confidence in their abilities

    2026-08-24

  • Excellent service and a good medical professional.

    2026-08-23

  • [redacted] Dr. was very informative [redacted]

    2026-08-23

  • Dr Shin provided all aspects of what I would consider excellent quality care. She asked if I was aware of what a CABG procedure would entail and I responded with information I had researched. Dr. Shin drew a detailed sketch of what she would like to do.[redacted] Dr Shin was exceptionally thorough and her scheduling of the procedure and pre-op testing was immediate and done with my consent through her surgical coordinator [redacted]. I feel I am in very good hands and have great expectations a a healthy recovery.

    2026-08-23

  • very professional and caring

    2026-08-23

  • Dr. Shin is a wonderful person and doctor, she understood my situation and was kind and empathetic. She inspired confidence in me.

    2026-08-24

  • Professional, patient oriented, well versed on my condition and issues.

    2026-08-17

  • Let me answer this question this way: You need to have another category in your check marks that's called something like, "above and beyond my expectations." For roughly 90% of your questions, that would be what I would have liked to check.

    2026-08-02

  • Informative

    2026-07-25

  • Dr. Shin was very concise in her information and concern. Very pleasant and reassuring.

    2026-07-22

  • Excellent care team to discuss my treatments.

    2026-07-20

  • The doctor was fantastic. She explained everything in a simple (I could understand) way and answered all of my questions.

    2026-07-20

  • Great!

    2026-07-12

  • I saw Dr. [redacted] and Dr. Shin. Both had fantastic interpersonal skills and spoke to me and my family in terms we could all understand. They explained the potential options for my care but clearly stated they needed to see test results and measurements in order to provide definitive surgical options. My overall experience was excellent.

    2026-07-06

  • She was very informative and answered my questions

    2026-07-05

  • The professionalism care and concern showed to me from everyone there made me feel very confident that I am At the right place with excellent doctors

    2026-07-05

  • It was very excellent, the appointment. Everything was explained very carefully and so that myself and my wife could understand what the options were. We were both pleased with the appointment, very much so.

    2026-06-24

  • Best in the world.

    2026-06-10

  • She is perfect

    2026-05-31

  • Everyone was great. I saw Dr. [redacted], Dr. Shin, their fellow (I don't recall his name), and a nurse. They were running about an hour late but took as much time with me as I needed which was worth the wait. They were very professional and explained everything in detail and took time to answer all my (and my wife's) questions. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

    2026-05-26

  • I saw 3 doctors and they were all great. Prompt, attentive and a pleasure to deal with. Everything was explained in plain terms and any and all questions or concerns I had were replied to directly.

    2026-05-26

  • everyone listened and made me feel comfortable

    2026-05-11

  • I had an excellent discussion about an upcoming surgical procedure. Clear discussion of risks but very supportive.

    2026-05-10

  • Everything went smoothly no issues

    2026-05-09

  • She was very good and I would recommend again.

    2026-05-06

  • Informative, caring and professional Great experience

    2026-04-30

  • Everything was explained to me thoroughly - I saw members of the Cardiac TEAM and they answered all of my questions. I feel like I am in the best hands.

    2026-04-28

  • So I saw Dr. Borami Shin on [redacted] for the first time. [redacted] she was, you know, very nice and very good. And we'll see as time goes on how everything plays out. [redacted]

    2026-04-22

  • Excellent!

    2026-04-20

  • I felt very comfortable and confident that I was in good hands and in the right place.

    2026-04-13

  • Extremely professional and open

    2026-03-31

  • My experience has always been top rate at Brigham and women's Mass General. The doctor was late for my appointment but I understand she had previous medical situation going on with other patients and I understand that in the end I get beautiful care and that's all I care about.

    2026-03-29

  • Dr. Shih and his team were very helpful in my condition.

    2026-03-29

  • Dr. [redacted] and Dr. Shin were both attentive, personable, interested in what I had to say, and knowledgeable about my situation.

    2026-03-25

  • Both doctor Shin and her physicians assistant were very helpful and detailed in their explanations and very attentive to my concerns and questions.

    2026-03-24

  • A surgeon that I spoke to seem very knowledgeable, caring, and confident which made me feel better about the whole procedure

    2026-03-16

  • Knowledgeable n very detailed

    2026-03-15

  • Very kind, knowledgeable, and respectful. I enjoyed her input very much.

    2026-03-15

  • Care was comprehensive and excellent

    2026-03-08

  • Thank you to everyone for the wonderful care I was afforded. First class all the way. With gratitude and appreciation.

    2026-03-02

  • Friendly, informative and very effective provider

    2026-02-23

  • Yes, this provider was exceptional. [redacted]

    2026-02-18

  • She was courteous, professional, and most of all, caring.

    2026-02-18

  • Very pleased

    2026-02-18

  • PERFECT AS ALWAYS...THANK YOU

    2026-01-25

  • The visit was very informative and thorough

    2025-12-07

  • She was amazing the way she explained everything and drew pictures

    2025-12-01

  • My experience was very good.

    2025-11-16

  • Both Dr [redacted] and Dr Shin provided adequate information on the subject matter.

    2025-11-08

Accepted Insurance

  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Medicaid RI
  • Maine Community Health Options
  • Medicaid CT
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid NH
  • Wellpoint
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  • WellSense
  • MassHealth
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  • Coventry
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • United Health Care
  • Multiplan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Beech Street
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