Brian Joseph Smerkers, MD

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4.844571 average rating from 175 reviews

• The nurse rushed my BP reading, producing an abnormally high read

  2026-07-05

• I am truly Blessed to be a patient of Dr Smerkers ! Any medical concern he immediately diagnosed and treated ! He is so knowledgeable and kind ! MGH is lucky to have him

  2026-06-11

• He was interested in my medical problems.

  2026-06-11

• He was attentive and thorough in his diagnosis and ordering of x-rays and meds. Personable too.

  2026-05-26

• Excellent provider.

  2026-05-29

• Dr. Smerkers is an amazing physician. He is the epitome of what a PCP should be. I hope that Mass General provides him the support that he needs and doesn't put too many demands on physicians because we've got a problem with primary care in this country. Please appreciate someone as wonderful as him.

  2026-05-28

• Dr. Smerkers was great. Spent appropriate amount of time with me and attentive to my questions.

  2026-05-13

• He was very good made me feel calm and was very easy and a nice person to talk to

  2026-05-07

• Brian continues to be the best PCP I've ever had

  2026-04-29

• Feel grateful to have a CARING PROVIDER

  2026-04-30

• Good Dr

  2026-04-29

• I thought Dr. Smerkers had a great demeanor and explained everything in detail I could understand and he definitely seemed to care. Well done MGB!!!!

  2026-04-28

• Very good treatment from start to finish. Each member of the staff I interacted with, including Dr. Smerkers, were professional and thoughtful. I'm glad to have transferred my care to this location.

  2026-04-26

• I was impressed by Dr. Smerkers. He listened and didn't interrupt, he respected my knowledge of my own body and experience and was open to discussing care options, and he spent the time needed to get to know me as a new patient. Given the revolving door of PCPs I have experienced in the past year, I am afraid to get my hopes up that someone this good will stay!

  2026-04-25

• It was a very pleasant experience. After being bounced from one primary care provider to another following the departure of my PCP of over 20 years from the Beacon Hill practice, I had significant difficulty finding a new provider. I'm grateful to have eventually been transferred to the Assembly Row practice and assigned to Dr. Smerkers. I couldn't be happier with his kindness, attentiveness, and expertise. The location is also very convenient to access.

  2026-04-21

• The care provider was excellent. He was attentive, listened carefully, was familiar with my medical record, and made some interesting observations and recommendations. I felt very, very comfortable, and I'm very pleased with his interaction with me during my appointment.

  2026-04-19

• I was treated with amazing respect and care; this provider is a great listener and answered all my questions one by one supported with examples and latest medical information, he ordered me all necessary test and checkups then he referred me to specialty care as well, the clinic is super clean and very safe environments to relax until you see your nurse or doctor, the medical staffs and team are very friendly and welcoming patients and their family too.

  2026-04-18

• Great experience. Exactly what I expected from Dr Smerkers.

  2026-04-11

• Everything was great, I have no complaints about the professional who assisted me.

  2026-04-09

• Dr Brian Smerkers is caring and professional takes time with me and explains in much detail.

  2026-04-05

• I always appreciate the help I receive from Dr. Smerkers. He's the best!

  2026-04-07

• Dr. Smerkers was great.

  2026-04-01

• My new doctor is amazing.

  2026-04-03

• Excellent care, everyone extremely polite and respectful

  2026-04-01

• My provider now my medical History and was very helpful

  2026-03-18

• Dr Smerkers is incredible. He is thorough, knowledgeable and kind. He laughs at my jokes! He also did a little research on my issue before my appointment which was impressive.

  2026-03-11

• I enjoyed my visit with Dr Smerkers. This was our first meeting. He was very attentive and helpful. He was on time and he also listened to my questions and answered thoroughly.

  2026-03-08

• Smerkers has to be the best Doctor I have ever dealt with.

  2026-03-01

• My PCP is an amazing provider and highly qualified and knowledgeable Very approachable and kind , one of the best providers I have ever had

  2026-02-04

• He was prepared, organized, knowledgeable and thorough, a good listener, and had a professional manner.

  2026-01-28

• Yes, I thought Dr. Smerkers is an excellent provider. He listened to me carefully. He has very broad knowledge and was reassuring. I would highly recommend him.

  2026-01-30

• I am a new patient to this practice. Dr. Smerkers had a background knowledge of the purpose of my visit, listened to me and discussed options and implications of each option, settling on one we both felt comfortable with. He was informative and shared current thinking as well as tried & true practices. I felt seen, heard & respected.

  2026-01-21

• very good experience

  2026-01-14

• explained my arthritis very well

  2026-01-09

• This was my first encounter with Dr. Smerkers. He was very personable and professional. We discussed family medical hx as well as personal medical hx. Dr. Smerkers asked about general home life and daily activity and fitness routine. We discussed current medications. After having a wonderful PCP leave her practice I was a bit concerned about starting with a new PCP. Dr. Smerkers quickly put me at ease.

  2026-01-09

• He was friendly, professional and went over my records with me.

  2026-01-03

• I was seen on time and all of my concerns were addressed.

  2025-12-29

• Dr. Smerkers was informed and professional and very attentive to my situation

  2025-12-29

• First time I've seen him he was very knowledgeable about my injury

  2025-12-24

• I was late and he still saw me and was kind, patient and listened.

  2025-12-22

• Visit was very productive and informative for me , my wife [redacted] and my daughter [redacted].

  2025-12-16

• I felt like a person as well as a patient. I truly appreciate feeling like I am having a conversation with someone who hears my concerns and encouraging me to take any next steps. Thanks Dr. Smerkers!

  2025-12-16

• He is superb.

  2025-12-11

• Dr Smerkers listened to my concerns & responded with knowledgeable answers he definitely was concerned about all my medical issues He gave me the time needed to answer all my concerns

  2025-12-11

• Dr. Smerkers is really a fabulous doctor. He is so competent and knowledgeable and really listens. And I just couldn't say more about his care. I've recommended him to a few people.

  2025-12-11

• Dr. Smerkers is always on time for my appointments and is attentive. He listens to my needs and gives great feedback on the proper care I should have.

  2025-12-04

• Dr Smerkers is an outstanding physician. I've truly appreciated his care and concern. He always has taken the time during our visits and follow up to provide excellent care. I would highly recommend him.

  2025-11-27

• The medical team is very good

  2025-11-26

• The nurse needs to be more professional and listen to patients. Her overall behavior is disrespectful. She also didn't complete her duties that included measuring my height as a part of my annual physical exam.

  2025-11-23

• Dr. Smerkers is very knowledgeable and volunteers information that answer my questions even before I ask them. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a primary care physician.

  2025-11-23

• Dr. Smerkers is an excellent listener. He is caring and understanding.

  2025-11-23

• Dr. Smerkers is the best. He listens and explains everything clearly.

  2025-11-23

• He was very in tune with my experiences and concerns.

  2025-11-22

• I am so glad I was assigned to Dr. Smerkers when my Dr left the practice. He is a really thoughtful doctor and he explains things in-depth but not using jargon--not easy to do.

  2025-09-26

• Perhaps important for the clinic to know: you can hear the conversations that take place in the room adjacent.

  2025-09-24

• This was my first time meeting Dr. Smerkers. He was recently assigned to me as my new PCP. My previous physician for 9 years left MGH and primary care practice. Waiting for a new PCP was extremely stressful. Brian Joseph Smerkers, M.D. could not have been more professional or caring. He was truly and fully present to me during my appointment. I came away from our interactions trusting his clinical judgement and respecting him as both a doctor and a person. I am so grateful to be under his care!

  2025-09-24

• He listened to me and explained answers to my questions. He is an excellent doctor.

  2025-09-21

• My visit was a first time visit with Dr. Smerkers. He will be my primary care going forward. I found him to be very responsive to my questions.

  2025-10-01

• He is a good doctor.

  2025-09-19

• Dr. Smerkers is a great provider. He listens and provides great care and in a timely manner.

  2025-09-21

• Dr. Smerkers is professional and caring. He listens well. He went over all my concerns and provided guidance and advice. This was my first appointment with him as my new primary care doctor. Given this initial experience, I feel that I am going to be given good healthcare moving forward.

  2025-09-09

• Dr. Smerkers was a very, very attentive doctor. He had already reviewed my entire chart. He knew everything about my situation and I was highly, highly impressed by his knowledge of my situation and I would definitely, definitely recommend him to anybody.

  2025-09-06

• Efficient, pleasant, and much appreciated! A+

  2025-08-25