Helen A Shih, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.833766 average rating from 77 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
Helen Shih, MD, MS, MPH, FASTRO is a practicing radiation oncologist at Massachusetts General Hospital. Prior to MGH, Dr. Shih earned her undergraduate degree in biology at Brown University, and medical school education at the University of Pennsylvania where she also earned a Master's Degree in Cell & Molecular Biology. She completed an internship year at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI before radiation oncology residency at MGH. She has a Master's in Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health.
Dr. Shih remained on staff at MGH after her training and is the Director of the Central Nervous System & Eye Services. She cares for the full range of patients with benign to malignant diagnoses and both primary and metastatic diseases. She is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at Harvard Medical School and is the Medical Director of the MGH Proton Therapy Centers.
Dr. Shih’s research interests are in clinical and translational efforts to better define the role of radiation therapy in the management of her broad spectrum of patients. Subspecialty interests include improving our understanding and use of proton therapy and understanding the effects of ionizing radiation on normal tissues, primarily the brain, and how best to reduce the risk of radiation-associated injury. Yet another area of interest is addressing drug addiction through education to reduce stigma, novel research efforts towards better prevention and treatment, and advancing community-based services.
Education & Training
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Radiation Oncology, 2005
- Internship: William Beaumont Hospital, Transitional Intern Year, 2001
- Medical Education: Univ. of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, 2000
Board Certifications
- Radiation Oncology, American Board of Radiology
Languages Spoken
- Taiwanese
- Hokkien
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.833766 average rating from 77 reviews
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Great
2026-08-05
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She was awesome. She got back late from a trip and her trip got delayed and she called us at 8:00 at night. Which I thought was very very kind of her
2026-08-01
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She is very nice.
2026-07-30
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Very nice dr and explained things well
2026-07-11
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I can't say enough good things about Dr. Helen Shih. She's incomparable in her field. She has extended my life by many years. I like to say Dr. [redacted] saved my life and Dr. Helen Shih has extended my life. And she's extremely professional as well as extremely personable and compassionate and takes as much time as is needed to answer questions and look for solutions or whatever it takes, Helen Shih will do it for you. And I can't say enough good things. [redacted]
2026-07-11
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Dr Shih is a gem
2026-07-08
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I only see Dr. Shih once a year. Appt just happened to be scheduled right after we thought we detected rumpr growth.
2026-07-06
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Dr. Shih is wonderful
2026-07-01
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Very grateful for Dr. Shih and MGH
2026-06-22
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Dr. Shih was very knowledgeable about my condition and offered some great alternatives for consideration regarding treatment. We'll be following up with her in about another five months.
2026-02-20
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Dr. Shih was incredibly professional. She answered all my questions. She was honest and forthright, and I would 100% recommend her to anyone.
2026-02-27
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Dr Shih is open and gets to the point about issues and follow up. She understands the patient's (my) point of view and respected my feelings. She is exceptional.
2026-02-27
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A little more time to discuss my fears I would have appreciated.
2026-02-26
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Always excellent conversations. Caring, answers questions and reviews things when I don't understand.
2026-02-26
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Great provider
2026-02-25
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[redacted] I had a first time consultation with Dr Shih and Dr [redacted] ( resident). I had a very good appointment and am looking forward to further appointments.
2026-01-21
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My appt was virtual. The NP was very good and relayed the results of my MRI, which was relayed from my dr.
2026-01-14
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Have been a patient in different departments for over 40 years and every department I have been treated excellent care.
2026-01-12
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This was one of the best faculty we have seen. Thank you
2025-12-31
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Staff for my procedure were very accommodating.
2025-12-31
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Everything was exceptionally well. Couldn't beat it, not at all. I'd recommend it to anybody. Thank you.
2025-12-18
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Dr Shih was at each session and was very kind, helpful and soothing during each visit knowing how scared I was about using the mask over my face. Both she and her team were considerate and caring. They made to process a more positive experience and reduced my anxiety.
2025-12-16
Accepted Insurance
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
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