Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, MassachusettsLast verified· Hospitals.net
Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is a world-renowned academic medical center and teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, located in Boston, MA. As a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, BWH is a global leader in patient care, medical research, and education. It offers a comprehensive range of advanced medical and surgical services across numerous specialties, consistently ranking among the top hospitals nationally for its excellence in clinical care, innovation, and commitment to improving human health.
Specialties & Programs
Hospital information
Founded: 1980 (formed by the merger of Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, Robert Breck Brigham Hospital, and Boston Hospital for Women)
Number of Beds: 793
Hospital Type: Academic Medical Center, Teaching Hospital, Non-profit
Trauma Level: LEVEL I
Affiliations: Harvard Medical School (primary teaching hospital); Mass General Brigham (parent healthcare system)
Clinical Trials: Yes, a robust clinical trials program across numerous medical specialties, offering access to cutting-edge treatments and therapies.
Research Centers: Brigham Research Institute (BRI); Center for Clinical Investigation (CCI); Ann Romney Center for Neurologic Diseases; Center for Genomic Medicine; Channing Division of Network Medicine; Division of Sleep and Circadian Disorders; Multiple disease-specific research centers and programs
Robotic Surgery: Yes, extensive robotic surgery programs across various specialties including Urology, Gynecology, General Surgery, Cardiac Surgery, and Thoracic Surgery.
International Patient Program: Yes, the International Patient Center provides comprehensive services for international patients and their families.
This facility is not currently listed as operating an emergency department.
Level I Trauma Center, 24/7 emergency services, specialized care for complex medical and surgical emergencies.
55 Fruit Street, Wang Building, 7th Floor, Suite 720
📞 617-726-7565
Areas of Expertise:
- Multiple sclerosis
- Neuroimmunology
- Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder
- MOG antibody-associated disease
- Demyelinating disease
- General neurology
Education:
- Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, medical degree, 2000
- Internal Medicine residency, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, 2002
- Neurology residency, Hospital da Lagoa, 2004
- Internal Medicine internship, Hospital of Saint Raphael, 2013
- Mass General Brigham Combined Neurology Residency, 2016
- Additional fellowship training at Mayo Clinic (per official biography)
Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Dr. Marcelo Matiello is Executive Vice Chair of the Department of Neurology at Mass General Brigham, Associate Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School and a Senior Clinical Neurologist in Neuroimmunology. He treats adults with multiple sclerosis, NMOSD, MOG antibody-associated disease and other neurologic conditions. He also sees patients at Nantucket Cottage Neurology Clinic.
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Valet parking and self-parking garages are available on-site. Rates apply.
Helicopter Pad
✓ Yes, helicopter pad available
Closest Airport
Logan International Airport (BOS) - 5.0 miles (20-40 min)
Transport: Taxi, Ride-sharing services (Uber, Lyft), MBTA (subway and bus), Airport shuttle services
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Yes, all hospital facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Yes, designated accessible parking spaces are available in all parking garages.
Yes, elevators are available throughout the hospital.
Yes, hearing assistance devices and TTY services are available upon request.
Yes, staff assistance, large print materials, and other visual aids are available upon request.
Yes, service animals are welcome in accordance with ADA guidelines.
Yes, comprehensive interpreter services are available for over 100 languages, including American Sign Language (ASL), 24/7.
Key signage may be multilingual, but primary language support is provided through interpreter services.
Yes, accessible washrooms are available throughout the hospital.
Yes, wheelchairs are available at entrances, and staff can assist with mobility needs.
Yes, social workers provide support, counseling, and resource navigation for patients and families.
Yes, the Patient Relations department serves as patient advocates to address concerns and ensure patient satisfaction.
Yes, registered dietitians provide nutritional counseling and dietary management for various health conditions.
Yes, family lounges are available in various inpatient units and waiting areas.
Yes, comprehensive medical interpretation and translation services are available.
Yes, financial counselors assist patients with understanding billing, insurance, and financial assistance options.
Yes, the Department of Psychiatry offers consultation-liaison services, outpatient mental health care, and support programs.
Yes, the Chaplaincy Services provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families of all faiths.
Yes, a robust volunteer program supports various hospital functions and patient comfort.
Yes, inpatient and outpatient pharmacies are available.
Yes, comprehensive laboratory and pathology services are available on-site.
- Consistently ranked among the top hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report (often on the Honor Roll)
- Magnet Recognition for Nursing Excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Numerous specialty-specific national rankings
Public Insurance Accepted:
- Medicare
- Medicaid (MassHealth)
Private Insurance Accepted:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Tufts Health Plan
- UnitedHealthcare
- Fallon Health
- And many other commercial plans
Yes, for most accepted insurance plans.
Insurance notes: Financial assistance programs are available for eligible patients. Patients are encouraged to contact the billing department for specific questions regarding their coverage and financial obligations.
Billing Contact: Mass General Brigham Patient Billing Solutions: (617) 726-3884
Fee Estimates: Yes, price estimates for common procedures and services are available upon request and through the Mass General Brigham Price Transparency tool online.
- Advanced diagnostic imaging (e.g., 3T MRI, PET/CT)
- Minimally invasive and robotic surgical systems (e.g., da Vinci Surgical System)
- Precision medicine and genomic sequencing
- Telehealth and virtual care platforms
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning in diagnostics and treatment planning
- Advanced interventional cardiology and radiology techniques
- Brigham and Women's Hospital Heart & Vascular Center
- Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center
- Brigham and Women's Hospital Neurosciences Center
- Brigham and Women's Hospital Orthopedic & Arthritis Center
- Brigham and Women's Hospital Transplant Center
- Brigham and Women's Hospital Women's Health
- Center for Infertility and Reproductive Surgery
- Center for Weight Management and Wellness
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Clinic
- Breast Cancer Program
- Multiple Sclerosis Center
- Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center
- Spine Center
- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service
- Women's Mental Health Program
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