John C Wain, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.9 average rating from 192 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
- Foxborough, MA
Dr. Wain joined the Brigham in February 2023 as a Surgeon, and Associate Chief of Quality and Safety, both for the Thoracic Surgery Department. Before joining the Brigham, Dr. Wain was the chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery and the vice chairman of the Department of Surgery at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center He’s a member of various societies, including the American Thoracic Society, the American College of Chest Physicians, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
Dr. Wain received his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. He completed residency training in surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. After a surgical research fellowship at the City of Hope National Medical Center, he completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and Toronto General Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 1988
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, 1986
- Fellowship: City of Hope Hospital, Research Fellow in Thoracic Surgery, 1986
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Categorical Surgery, 1985
- Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Categorical Surgery, 1981
- Medical Education: Thomas Jefferson University, 1980
Board Certifications
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery, American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.9 average rating from 192 reviews
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Dr Wain is kind and caring. Not many medical practitioners that if seen in the past couple of years show his level compassion anymore. He is a welcome pleasure on this difficult journey
2026-07-07
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Terrific rapport with all your staff couldn't be better. Heat team
2026-07-05
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Dr. John Wain is Great
2026-07-05
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[redacted] I have been with Dr. Wain since he was part of the thoracic team at [redacted] Hospital and performed my first lung surgery in [redacted]. When he went back to Mass General Brigham I gladly chose to continue my care with him there. The Thoracic hospital team in Boston was outstanding and every person that cared for me was attentive, kind, patient & overall amazing.
2026-07-02
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I'd trust him, I do trust him with my life. And I feel fortunate to be under his care
2026-07-01
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I love Dr. John Wain . I think he's one of the best physicians I've ever seen and I worked as a nurse for over 35 years. Yeah, he's like an old-fashioned doctor. He's very concerned about how you're feeling both physically and emotionally. He's a good educator. I just can't say enough good things about him. He, yeah, he's just wonderful.
2026-07-01
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Excellent
2026-06-27
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Dr. Wain was very knowledgeable about my case. He had a great manner with me as my original doctor was unexpectedly not in the office. He made me feel very comfortable on our call. Please let him know that I wouldn't mind him taking over my case.
2026-06-24
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It's wonderful!
2026-06-26
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I was very thankful to get an extremely timely visit with Dr. Wain as my circumstances are in the air right now and we're looking to try to determine what's going on. He did listen to me thoroughly, was able to get an appointment relatively very quickly for a biopsy, [redacted]. I'm very pleased about that [redacted]. So I'm looking forward to getting some answers with Dr. Wain's help and whatever intervention might be necessary. I really appreciate his knowledge and the fact that he was able to see me so quickly. Thank you so much.
2026-06-25
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I had a very good experience with Dr. Wain. I think he's a very nice man and I really appreciate the fact that he is my physician.
2026-06-18
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His good doctor had him many years ago
2026-06-16
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Dr Wain is an exceptional care provider.
2026-06-14
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Dr Wain personally answered all my questions. I live in a different state and he offered a teleconsultation when I get my next low-density cat scan. He explained each comment the radiologist had made.
2026-06-08
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Very helpful
2026-06-07
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Dr. Wain is one of the best Surgeons I have met at B & W's. He fully explains every step of the process he is going to preform in a very caring and honest way. I trust him completely with my life.
2026-06-07
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I thought that Dr. Wain was very professional as well as personable in the meeting that we had. He asked if I had any questions after he had done explaining, so that was excellent. I felt unhurried. I felt that he knew exactly what he was talking about and that confidence was given to me. Thank you.
2026-06-03
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My experience was the best on time very professional and caring
2026-05-23
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I wish more doctors were like Dr.wain. He is very attentive to my health care. He explains my necessary follow up appointments.
2026-05-20
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He was competent and attentive.
2026-05-18
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I have known this physician for over 14 years and he has helped to save my life. He is professional, knowledgeable, intelligent and an expert in his area of expertise. I am forever grateful for his care and surgical skills.
2026-05-17
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Professional and friendly, answers all questions I had
2026-05-09
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Perfect thank you...
2026-04-20
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Excellent doctor patient communications
2026-04-19
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Dr Wain is always the most responsive and communicative about [redacted]'s overall medical condition
2026-04-15
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Dr.Wain,is a great Doctor.Explained everything to me in a way I understood.
2026-04-13
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Dr. Wain was wonderful. His associate came in before was thorough and well spoken and a lot of great information and I'll be moving forward doing my ablation with the thoracic department.
2026-04-15
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Very professional. Explained everything. Answered my questions and I didn't feel rushed at all. A very good visit.
2026-04-12
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excellent
2026-03-30
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Dr. Wain is pleasant, professional, and explained things, including the results of the CT scan. He made sure I understood everything and answered my questions. I know his office is available to answer questions should my condition change.
2026-03-30
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Wonderful Team Care!
2026-03-29
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Dr.Wain is so professional and kind.Always takes time to explain results of tests he is such a knowledgeable person and I am fortunate he is my Dr.
2026-03-29
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My care from this provider over the last 10 yrs has always been exceptional from the day we first met.
2026-03-25
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Excellent visit
2026-03-23
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Excellent
2026-03-18
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DR Wain was incredible. Patient, listen well, engaging, great explanations, pulled up CT and walked me thru the results. He's one of the best Dr.s I had over my lifetime.
2026-03-18
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Dr. Wain is a very knowledgeable and experienced in his field of thoracics. I am confident with his medical diagnosis regarding the reasons I have him as my Doctor.
2026-03-15
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Will certainly miss this dr. When he finishes his fellowship
2026-03-17
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I will recommend anybody to Dr. Wain. He's a very, very, very, very good doctor.
2026-03-12
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Thank You As Always. Thanks.
2026-03-09
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Dr. Wain is absolutely the best health care provider you could possibly hope for.
2026-03-01
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Dr Wain is the BEST!!!He is kind and knowledgeable and has the best way about his approach with the visit. I am so grateful for him.
2026-02-22
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He was amazing!
2026-02-17
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My appointment was a very pleasant experience.
2026-02-16
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I was impressed with Dr. Wain's professionalism and explanation of the treatment.
2026-02-20
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Everything was fine
2026-02-16
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I had never seen this doctor before. He was replacing my doctor of three years who has left. As a first meeting, I was really amazed and disappointed that he only took literally five minutes with me. We had no other type of conversation other than his telling me the results of my scan. He was certainly polite and professional, but I waited an hour and a half to get in. So an hour and a half to wait for five minutes was pretty appalling, I thought.
2026-02-11
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I think Dr. Wain and his whole staff are awesome. They're very caring people. They listen. They're just awesome. Thank you.
2026-02-11
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Everything during my appointment went smoothly, and according to my expectations. All professionals were knowledgeable, courteous, on top of my care. Thank you to all
2026-02-08
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Dr. Wain has always been very kind and thorough in explaining all aspects of the surgery.
2026-02-02
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nice people
2026-01-19
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Dr. Wain is a very caring doctor. He listens and he advises and answers any questions that you have. I highly recommend him.
2026-01-21
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I always have a great experience with Dr. Wain. Him and his staff, they're very good. Thank you.
2026-01-12
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Dr. Wain is very easy to talk to. He listens to questions and responds with very clear explanations.
2026-01-12
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First meeting with him. He seemed very nice
2026-01-07
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Dr John Wain and his NP [redacted] are very professional, courteous, friendly & caring. I felt very comfortable with every part of the appointment. I trust they will take great care of my medical well being.
2026-01-05
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Dr. Wain is an excellent doctor. Thank you very much.
2025-12-24
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Dr. Wain is very caring and very kind and I feel very, very lucky that our paths have crossed. He's taking good care of me and I think he's an excellent physician. Thank you.
2025-12-17
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I was well informed about test I had done.
2025-12-15
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I appreciated him showing me the scan and explaining his findings.
2025-12-15
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This was my first visit with Dr Wain and I couldn't be happier or feel More supported - he was wonderful, and I'm grateful to Have been scheduled with him
2025-12-15
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They were awesome
2025-12-15
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I was very nervous but when the Dr explained everything I left his office very much at ease.
2025-12-14
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Very reassuring. Relieved my anxiety about my CT scan and my condition. Reviewed the CT with me. Answered all my questions.
2025-12-14
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Dr. Wain operated on me in [redacted] and removed a cancerous tumor from my lung. And I am most appreciative for his expertise and probably saved my life. I appreciate everything that he's done for me. He's one of the best people that I've ever met in my life. Thank you very much.
2025-12-14
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I have complete confidence in my provider. He explains things well and honestly.
2025-11-24
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First time at this office and was very happy with the experience
2025-11-17
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Valued conversation. I felt very confident that we were both on the same page regarding my health situation.
2025-11-17
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Excellent
2025-11-16
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I wouldn't want anyone else as my doctor. Dr. Wain is the best
2025-11-16
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Dr. Wain made me more comfortable and hopeful. [redacted].
2025-11-12
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This was my first visit with Dr. Wain as my previous physician had retired. I found Dr. Wain to be fully up to speed with my history, listened carefully, and answered all of my questions.
2025-11-10
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I've been a patient in this office for 33 years and this visit is like all the others Excellent I travel from [redacted] 2 times a year I had a lot of procedures never had a complain Keep your excellent work saving lives mine included
2025-11-08
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I liked him very much. He was very up lifting for me
2025-10-27
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Very understanding
2025-10-26
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Excellent care. I am grateful.
2025-10-19
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Very easy to talk with
2025-10-11
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When I first called to make an appointment, I got a very rude receptionist. She kind of rushed me off the phone and wouldn't let me ask any questions. But the next day when I called, I got a very nice receptionist and it's been all excellent since then.
2025-10-05
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Terrific !!
2025-09-29
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I felt I was receiving the gold standard of medical and patient care both from [redacted] and from Dr Wain
2025-09-28
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I would highly recommend Dr. John C. Wain. He's very professional, very clear, and he's a very human. He takes care of the patients, and it is a very good profession.
2025-09-24
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Excellent explanation
2025-09-22
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Mass General Brigham is the best hospital in the country, and Dr Wain is the best thoracic surgeon in the country
2025-09-21
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Dr. Wain was very thorough and took the time to answer all our questions.
2025-09-21
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Dr Wain was called to OR for emergency thus we say a resident i believe
2025-09-22
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Very friendly and professional.
2025-09-15
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I HAVE ONLY GONE THERE ONCE BUT THEY DID ALL THAT THEY HAD TO DO AND I FEEL I AM IN GOOD HANDS. THANK YOU
2025-09-08
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Everything was awesome
2025-09-05
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Dr Wain explains things clearly and takes his time with me I followed him from other hospitals, total trust in this provider.
2025-09-05
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Excellent, quality service.
2025-09-03
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He is caring and professional
2025-08-27
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The only issue I had with my visit was that the radiologist overrode the doctor's orders to do the CT scan with contrast after I had already taken the premeds and everything, and I was disappointed with that. Hopefully, I won't have to do another CT scan because they didn't do the contrast.
2025-08-27
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Was seen on time, felt heard and all questions answerd
2025-08-24
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I was extremely impressed with the level of care. Dr. Wain was kind, patient and thorough. [redacted] Al in all, I rate this experience at 10 +
2025-08-24
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Very patient and caring doctor.
2025-08-24
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He made me feel very comfortable and explained things so I understood everything. Answered all my questions and never felt rushed.
2025-08-20
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I was very pleased with this provider/ doctor. He is professional, knowledgeable, and pleasant.
2025-08-21
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Words can't express how happy and grateful I am seeing Dr. Wain. From the 1st moment we met to go over my lung tumor related issue, he made us feel very safe and answered all my questions before I can even ask him. From that moment I knew Dr. Wain is an exceptional doctor and you can tell he loves what he does and he is excellent at what he does. I can't thank him enough for taking care of my health and making the entire process very smooth and easygoing during this difficult period. His entire team did an exceptional job and went above and beyond to make sure I was taken care of while I was in the hospital from pre-surgery to recovery room and post hospital discharge. Thanks to the BWH Thoracic department!
2025-08-18
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I'm thankful to have Dr Wain look after my issue. I respect his opinions.
2025-08-17
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