
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Carl Joseph Turissini
Carl Turissini, M.D. specializes in general and interventional cardiology. He graduated from Bucknell University and received his medical degree from University of Buffalo as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He joined the MGH interventional cardiology staff in 1996. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and Echocardiology.
Dr. Turissini’s clinical practice is focused on general cardiology as well as invasive cardiac procedures such as cardiac catheterization, coronary interventions, angioplasty and coronary stents. He has participated in numerous coronary interventional trials. He also has a special interest in the prevention and reversal of heart disease using a low fat, whole food, plant-based diet.
Dr. Turissini sees patients in the MGH Cath Lab and at one of our Mass General Brigham Community Physicians (MGB CP) locations in Melrose (50 Rowe Street Melrose, MA 02176)
Locations
- Mass General Brigham Cardiology at Medford
- 137 Main Street, Medford, MA 02155
- Get Directions
- Phone: 781-395-4909
- Fax: 781-395-5081
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Tufts Medical Center, Medicine, 1992
- Residency: Tufts Medical Center, Medicine, 1988
- Internship: Tufts Medical Center, Medicine, 1986
- Medical Education: State University of New York at Buffalo, 1985
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1991
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Maine Community Health Options
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- Tufts Public Health Plan
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
319 ratings, 151 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 7/8/2026
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- Reviewed on 7/8/2026
I'm very, very happy with the care I receive from Dr. Turissini and his entire staff. They are always wonderful and attentive, and Dr. Turissini is a kind man and explains everything.
- Reviewed on 7/6/2026
Caring doctor. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 7/6/2026
Very knowledgeable Dr with great bedside skills. I have confidence in the next steps discussed by the Dr. He was very plant diet oriented which ultimately may not be the best fit for me.
- Reviewed on 7/5/2026
I rely on Dr. Carl Turissini to diagnose my condition, review my test results and advise on changes in medications based on the latest research findings. He also advises me on staying on a healthy diet. I trust his advice more than any other provider because it is based on the latest research and his detailed understanding of my medical history. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 7/2/2026
The care provider is a cardiologist, Dr. Turissini. He is knowledgeable and caring about patients. I depend on his judgment for my treatment.
- Reviewed on 7/1/2026
Dr Turissini is always kind and informative. He takes his time and explains everything
- Reviewed on 7/2/2026
It's great experience.
- Reviewed on 7/1/2026
He is and has always been excellent..
- Reviewed on 6/30/2026
Doctor Turissini took the time to understand my condition and health goals. Explained my options in straight forward way. (no double speak). Doctor also gave me useful advice on my Plant based diet. In the doctors examining room I felt like I was his only patient. After reading the after visit summary, i realized that 1- he was listening and 2- I needed to exercise more.
- Reviewed on 6/30/2026
Great Doctor.
- Reviewed on 7/1/2026
Dr. Turissini counseled me as far as how far to go with my testing, even though I was leery. He convinced me of the pros and cons, and he was very understanding to my questions and my apprehensions.
- Reviewed on 6/28/2026
Trust him with my care He has experience and knowledge
- Reviewed on 6/28/2026
The doctor took the time to explain the new drugs being recommended. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 6/26/2026
Okay, the provider, Dr. Turissini, the best. He has a wonderful bedside manner, [redacted] he listens and he answers [redacted] We really feel, my husband and I really feel comfortable with him. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 6/25/2026
Awesome
- Reviewed on 6/24/2026
I'm very fortunate to have Dr. Turissini as my Cardiologist. He's a wonderful doctor and a wonderful person .
- Reviewed on 6/25/2026
I've been seeing Dr. Turissini for since 22, so over four years now, a little bit less than five maybe, four and change, and he's been amazing. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 6/22/2026
Excellent care provided. Listened to my concerns and provide solutions to my concerns
- Reviewed on 6/21/2026
Great team
- Reviewed on 6/21/2026
It was very positive and helpful.
- Reviewed on 6/18/2026
Dr. Carl Turissini is the best! He listened and was thoughtful in his answers to my questions.
- Reviewed on 6/16/2026
He was very caring and concerned with what I had to tell him about my health issues. He explained about my new medication that I am on and possible side effects.
- Reviewed on 6/16/2026
very good doctor, very attentive . I wouldn't change doctors
- Reviewed on 6/13/2026
Dr Turissini is great
- Reviewed on 6/4/2026
He was very concerned about his pacemaker
- Reviewed on 6/3/2026
Pleasant
- Reviewed on 5/28/2026
Dr Turissini is very knowledgeable and very helpful.
- Reviewed on 5/27/2026
Excetional
- Reviewed on 5/27/2026
He was very thorough and really explained things in the right amount of detail. Would recommend him to anyone.
- Reviewed on 5/25/2026
Dr Turissi is the best.He has helped me always and he cares.Owe him lot.
- Reviewed on 5/28/2026
All went very well with my visit, and I am very satisfied with my doctor
- Reviewed on 5/28/2026
I'm always happy to visit Carl Joseph Turissini. He's been my cardiologist since the fall of 2019 and he's a very careful provider and always gives me the best advice he can, even though I don't always follow it. I'm very pleased with his care as my cardiologist physician.
- Reviewed on 5/24/2026
Dr. Turissini is so thorough. He takes the time to discuss the care with us. He explains what's going on. He explains the rationale behind the treatment. We are always so happy that we have him to provide our care.
- Reviewed on 5/23/2026
Dr. Turissini is an excellent doctor. He reviewed my lengthy medical history before seeing me and listened to all my concerns. I never felt rushed as he answered all my questions.
- Reviewed on 5/10/2026
Very good all around
- Reviewed on 5/6/2026
Dr was great
- Reviewed on 5/2/2026
Very knowledgeable about my family history, very knowledgeable about me, and it's a pleasure to go there because he listens and he responds to what I say. I'd give him 100.
- Reviewed on 4/29/2026
He was great
- Reviewed on 4/29/2026
Very nice
- Reviewed on 4/29/2026
Dr Turisinni is easy to talk to and his information always makes sense to me. He is very thorough
- Reviewed on 4/28/2026
I wanted to talk to my provider about something. He received a phone call and had to leave my visit. A Nurse came in to perform a procedure, and she answered my questions.
- Reviewed on 4/26/2026
everything was fine
- Reviewed on 4/25/2026
Always leave my appointments with Dr Turissini feeling confident that we covered all my concerns.
- Reviewed on 4/25/2026
Dr Turissini was very kind and informative. So glad he is on my medical team
- Reviewed on 4/23/2026
Dr Turissini is an excellent cardiologist and a wonderful provider... my husband (and I) are very fortunate . Thank you...
- Reviewed on 4/23/2026
Dr. Turissini makes you feel like you're a member of his family. He treats you with respect. He's well-knowledge. He makes sure that you understand everything. It's very comfortable. He's thorough. He's the best. He makes it so easy to understand. I wouldn't want to go see any other doctor. He's just good.
- Reviewed on 4/22/2026
Very comfortable with provider
- Reviewed on 4/18/2026
Dr. Turissini provides awesome care and is one of my favorite providers. I drive a long ways to continue with this provider.
- Reviewed on 4/17/2026
Very professional
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
I continue to appreciate Dr. T's wisdom and care
- Reviewed on 4/6/2026
Good relationship with the provider always feel very comfortable when I am there
- Reviewed on 4/5/2026
All good
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
I had a very wonderful experience. Dr. Turissini and the staff is actually very, very good. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/5/2026
I am very comfortable in dealings with this doctor
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
The doctor was very good and very helpful and very thorough. I was very happy to be able to see him and very thankful. Everything went well and I'm very thankful to have had his attention and time. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/5/2026
The doctor was knowledgeable, respectful, caring, understanding, and very helpful.
- Reviewed on 4/5/2026
Could not ask for a better cardiologist
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr. Turissini is always attentive and he is able to give me all the feedback that I have requested and answers all my questions appropriately and in a timely manner and he is always professional.
- Reviewed on 4/5/2026
Thank you Dr. Turissini!
- Reviewed on 4/5/2026
I have been seeing this provider for more than 20 years and have always been pleased with the care provided.
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr. Turissini is a wonderful doctor. He's my husband's doctor and now he'll be mine as well. And we really enjoy speaking with him. He's very accurate and a very good doctor. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/9/2026
Dr. Turissini and he staff were excellent. Everyone was friendly. We were in and out in a timely manner but never rushed.
- Reviewed on 4/5/2026
Always have a great experience.
- Reviewed on 4/6/2026
it was a respectful, informative and pleasant visit
- Reviewed on 4/6/2026
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- Reviewed on 4/10/2026
Dr. Turissini spent time with me discussing questions I had concerning my medication. I did not feel rushed at all during the appointment.
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
My overall experience, I've had this doctor for quite a long time and everything I do and meet with him all to my satisfactory. I think he's a pretty good doctor. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
answered all my questions and was very helpful about the future of my condition.
- Reviewed on 4/5/2026
I actually look forward to visits with Dr Turissini. They recharge my feeling of assurance that I am well cared-for.
- Reviewed on 4/7/2026
Good care
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Very capable, professional.
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
I am very confident of my doctor's skill and comfortable with our relationship.
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
It was thorough and very good. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
Good experience.
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
I feel very comfortable with Dr. Answers all my questions very respectful I have had the Dr for many years
- Reviewed on 1/17/2026
Staff and Dr very pleasant and knowledgeable
- Reviewed on 1/6/2026
I am very satisfied with my care provider.
- Reviewed on 1/5/2026
He was exceptionally thoughtful to me and all my concerns and had a plan of action for me to follow, especially with nutrition and other matters of important to me.
- Reviewed on 1/3/2026
Nothing at this time everything is fine.
- Reviewed on 12/29/2025
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- Reviewed on 12/28/2025
Outstanding Doc, he's beyond competent.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
They are all very thorough and very, very caring for all the patience
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
Dr. T. was very helpful about my recent Pedal Edema.
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Great doctor, listens carefully and understands any concerns I may have about my health, and answers questions in a easy to understand manner.
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Always professional and knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Turissini is very interested in my overall health, and comments not only about my heart, but also listens to my issues with other parts of the body. After all, each part works in conjunction with all the other parts, it is hoped.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Very professional and explaining things so I can understand
- Reviewed on 12/9/2025
Nurse was coughing during examination not wearing a mask very difficult to understand and communicate with her
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Carl Turissini Is an exceptional doctor. He has good bedside manner and is nice. He explains everything in details and he listens to any concerns I may have. I am very happy that he is my doctor.
- Reviewed on 12/9/2025
thank you
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Very pleased with my doctor
- Reviewed on 12/1/2025
It was good.
- Reviewed on 12/1/2025
Excellent Dr
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
Dr. Turissini is an exceptional cardiologist.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
I do not like the location but I will definitely continue with the practice because of the great care
- Reviewed on 12/1/2025
My husband and I both go to Dr. Turissini. We've been going to him for years and we're very satisfied with him. He's an excellent doctor and we're very happy to have him.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
I always feel like I have a good Doctor looking out for me.
- Reviewed on 11/29/2025
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- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
Excellent. Demonstrated superior skills and professional demeanor.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
As always he was caring and considerate of what I had to say.
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
I found Dr. Turissini always very pleasant, informative, and very patient in explaining things. And that's all I can really say. I would recommend him highly to any acquaintance of mine.
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
I had a very good experience. I'm very happy with the visit.
- Reviewed on 11/23/2025
Very knowledgeable and very nice. Would recommend definitely.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
My doctor has given me the best care .Always a follow up on my new meds.
- Reviewed on 11/20/2025
Everyone is very knowledgeable and also very considerate of my feelings.
- Reviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr. Turissini was extremely helpful and thorough in his and efficient in his evaluation of my father and in his communication. He was very clear and realistic. We very much appreciated his feedback.
- Reviewed on 11/25/2025
Everything went well
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
Professional
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
Top shelf as always MGH
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
I would recommend Dr. Turissini to anyone. My experience there is very good and I will keep on going to him.
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
I came for an echocardiogram. The woman who attended to me was very nice & very professional.
- Reviewed on 11/7/2025
This provider is extremely helpful, very concerned, lowered that please, very concerned about what's going on, gives me a lot of information, ordered more tests for me today. I'm very happy with her. She's extremely competent. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/28/2025
knowledgeable
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
I like that I don't feel rushed.
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Doctor listened and his advice made since to me and my wife
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Dr.Turissini always listens to what I have to say and offers ideas to find a solution, taking the time to see what would be best and not make a quick decision.
- Reviewed on 10/25/2025
Very reliable
- Reviewed on 10/24/2025
Great Ca
- Reviewed on 10/12/2025
[redacted] Doctor came in, was quick, lacked social skills. Quickly explained my current problem that fortunately I understood. He quickly said he would get an appt with a pulmonologist to see if he missed something. ???? Missed what, no explaining, He clearly was rushed. I respect that doctors try to do the best they can. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
I have the utmost respect and confidence in Dr Turissini and I feel I have the best cardiologist there is here in Massachusetts. I value his opinion and service to be the best there is around and always recommend Dr Turissini to anyone that needs a cardiologist!!!
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
He's a good Doctor who has helped me a lot
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
I would recommend Dr. Turissini to any of my friends, family, or neighbors. He is an excellent doctor who listens carefully to your concerns and provides me with all updates of any medications I might need. So he is the best cardiologist I've ever seen. Highly recommend it to everyone that I know. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
AWESOME!!!!!
- Reviewed on 10/4/2025
Top notch
- Reviewed on 10/4/2025
Came to see Dr Turissini because of his great training, experience and reputation. He far exceeded any expectations i had. He is a very good and pleasant communicator, explainer & instructor. I was very pleased with my visit and will happily be following up with him.
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Turissini. He is a very, very good cardiologist. I trust him over 100% with my care of watching out for me. I would recommend him to anybody.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Turissini an excellent, professional doctor. He is always concerned about my medical conditions. He listens and takes what is meaningful from our conversation, and treats me appropriately.
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
Dr. Turissini is the best cardiologist I ever seen.
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
I wish his office was closer to home.
- Reviewed on 9/24/2025
Caring, honest, provides great practical advice
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
Dr Turissini is always respectful and explains things in a way that you understand. He answers all questions and concerns you may have
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
Comfortable and good feeling.
- Reviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr. Turissini couldn't have been more helpful and understanding. He was great!!
- Reviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr Turissini is exceptionally personal, helpful, thorough, and precise. I left the appointment with a good understanding of my situation, and, i felt genuinely cared for.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr. Turissini reviewed my lengthy medical history in advance of the appointment. He listens attentively, then builds a customized treatment plan for you.
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
He is a very professional and excellent physician. Always listens and answers any questions I have. So glad he is my cardiologist because I have had quite a few health issues this past year and he has treated me extremely well and quickly with all aspects of my medical care.
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
Never feel rushed during the appointment.
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
Dr. Turissini is excellent! Professional, patient, and exactly what you want from a trustworthy doctor.
- Reviewed on 9/7/2025
Dr.Turissini and his staff are simply the best!
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
A very good doctor. He has my complete trust.
- Reviewed on 9/3/2025
I'm not sure if the women I saw were nurses or not
- Reviewed on 8/28/2025
I was satisfied with the experience.
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
He asked what seemed to me like the right questions, and explained to me what the next steps will be or might be. He found a small table so he could face me during our discussion while entering his notes into his computer. Very professional. Very knowledgeable about my situation, which I expect he encounters quite often.
- Reviewed on 9/2/2025
He is a good doctor
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
I am very happy with Dr. Turissini as my doctor. I trust him.
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
Dr T is a pro and explains relevant research clearly and has clear opinions
- Reviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Turrisini is wonderful
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
Dr Turissini makes me feel like he's talking to a member of his family. He only wants the best for your health. He's professional yet easy to talk to. He's the best!
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
I thought Dr. Turissini was very helpful, knowledgeable, had researched all of my history, and gave good feedback, answered questions. Couldn't be happier. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
I like him and he helps me and he's very easy to get along with and he explains everything. So I'm very at ease when I'm with him. Thank you.