
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Charles A Boucher
I was a biology major as an undergraduate at Cornell University and then completed my medical school training at Columbia University. I then completed my medical and cardiology training at Beth Israel Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. I then had a 2 year military commitment in the US Air Force in San Antonio, Texas. I joined the cardiology staff at Massachusetts General Hospital in 1978 and have worked there ever since. My major interests have been nuclear cardiology and cardiac catheterization. I still am a consultant in nuclear cardiology and I practice performing cardiac catheterization. I also have a clinical consultative cardiology practice. I teach the cardiology fellows and I am on several committees, where I represent the interests of the cardiology division and the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
Locations
- Massachusetts General Interventional Cardiology Clinic at the Corrigan Minehan Heart Center
- 32 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 5th Floor, Suite 5B, Boston, MA 02114
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- phone: 617-726-5544
- fax: 617-726-7419
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Cardiovascular Disease (Internal Medicine), 1976
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1975
- Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1974
- Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1973
- Medical Education: Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, 1972
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1977
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1975
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
- 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 CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
191 ratings, 110 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 4/4/2026
I believe in my cardiovascular physician. He knows his profession and is able to answer all my concerns.
- Reviewed on 4/4/2026
Dr. Boucher is just wonderful.
- Reviewed on 4/1/2026
Pleasant experience and the best doctor in cardiology by far!
- Reviewed on 4/2/2026
It was a very informative visit with Dr. Boucher and certainly I appreciated the visit and his time and explanation. Everything couldn't have gone better. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 3/29/2026
The doctor provided excellent-plus care, advice, and a professional visit
- Reviewed on 3/26/2026
Dr. Boucher could not possibly be more conscientious, thorough, or communicative. He's terrific - I wish all doctors were like him!
- Reviewed on 3/25/2026
Very knowledgeable and caring. Kind and professional as well.
- Reviewed on 3/23/2026
Always the best experience. Easy to talk to and answers and welcomes my questions
- Reviewed on 3/22/2026
He listened to the patient. Explained everything and was very accommodating
- Reviewed on 3/20/2026
Excellent care as always . Dr. Boucher is caring, listens and always address any concerns we have .
- Reviewed on 3/17/2026
Dr. Boucher is fabulous! He has taken excellent care of me for over 10 years. Dr. Boucher knows me as a person, has given excellent advice (which I follow) and cares deeply for his patients.
- Reviewed on 3/19/2026
All I have to say about this doctor is he's the best doctor ever in the world. He is awesome. He is kind, considerate, and explains everything nicely to you and takes what's wrong with you or your illness very seriously and helps you and makes you feel better. He's a great doctor and I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 3/9/2026
Dr. Boucher is phenomenal. He's an excellent physician. I have the utmost confidence in him. He has a wonderful, humane manner and is deeply concerned about my health and takes appropriate action whenever it's necessary. I couldn't be more pleased with the care that he's provided for me.
- Reviewed on 3/4/2026
Dr. Boucher has been our doctor for nearly 30 years, and he always responds to our calls and concerns immediately whether we call or email. He is the type of doctor everyone would like to have.
- Reviewed on 2/26/2026
Dr. Boucher is thoughtful, very considerate, very knowledgeable, and somebody that I am literally trusting with my life.
- Reviewed on 2/19/2026
Dr. Boucher is my "traffic Cop" directing the traffic to the proper specialists so I can maintain the best possible health as I age. He is awesome.
- Reviewed on 2/8/2026
Dr. Boucher has been my cardiologist for over 20 years. He is always educating me on my medications and why I need them. He is a very knowledgeable and I have come to consider him a dear and trusted friend.
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr charles Boucher is a PEACH!!!The best cardiologist I have ever had and thru the years he's been so good.im proud of him
- Reviewed on 2/6/2026
I've been dealing with Dr. Boucher since the year 2000. I love the guy. I trust him implicitly and I use his advice to go by my life. So keep doing what you're doing, Dr. Boucher.
- Reviewed on 1/24/2026
He is extremely knowledgeable and professional. He is thorough and takes the time to go over everything and explain my condition and how we are addressing it. He always makes me feel comfortable and cared for.
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Dr. Boucher is a fine physician who listens to his patients and educates them about their health. He is caring and thorough and it is a pleasure to be his patient.
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Dr. Boucher is extremely compassionate and thorough, and I feel lucky to have him as my cardiologist. Whenever I reach out to him with any question he answers almost immediately, and certainly within a few hours' time, either by phone or by email. The care he gives me, and the care I observed when my parents were patients of his, should be modeled by all physicians.
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
I have been seeing Dr. Charles Boucher since [redacted] and have told him to his face plus all the people that ask about who I go to, that it is to bad they can 't clone him, he is the best Dr. I have ever had care for me. Never makes you feel rushed, always answers your questions and seems to really care about you. Since I am now [redacted] he suggested having our visits virtually so my husband [redacted] does not have to drive
- Reviewed on 1/16/2026
Dr. Boucher was excellent. He knows his expertise and heart. I feel extremely comfortable with him. He calls me at home at night to confirm, you know, the test results. He goes above and beyond his scope of his job. He's very good. I would recommend anybody who has a heart condition to go to Dr. Boucher.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Outstanding in every possible way.
- Reviewed on 1/1/2026
Dr. Boucher is very knowledgeable and engaged in my care. He listens to my concerns and takes a proactive approach to addressing my concerns.
- Reviewed on 12/28/2025
Charles Boucher is by far the kindest, most considerate, and most compassionate doctor I have ever had the privilege to have.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Keep up the good work.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Boucher is outstanding.
- Reviewed on 12/23/2025
Everything is ok but my visit was YEARKY by phone.
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
Dear Dr. Boucher, I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for the care you provided during my recent cardiac routine visit. From the very beginning, your calm presence, patience, and kindness immediately put me at ease. Cardiac checkups can naturally be stressful, but the way you listened, explained, and guided me through every step made me feel safe and genuinely cared for. Your depth of knowledge is evident, but what truly stood out to me was your compassion and the respect you showed for me as a patient. It is rare and deeply reassuring to be treated not just as a case, but as a person. Knowing that I am under the care of someone so experienced and dedicated gives me tremendous confidence and peace of mind. Thank you for the commitment, integrity, and humanity you bring to your work every day. The impact you have on patients like me goes far beyond medicine, and I am truly grateful. With heartfelt appreciation, [redacted]
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr. Boucher is great. He has kept me going and alive for the past twenty years. ( seven days in a coma and quad bypass 20 years ago and the right side of my heart is in lousy condition) Read my med history and see how great he is.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr Boucher is an outstanding doctor who always is thoroughly knowledgeable about my medical history. He is the absolute best cardiologist! I am very fortunate to have Dr Boucher take care of me.!
- Reviewed on 12/15/2025
There is no one better than Dr. Boucher. I have gone to him for a number of years. He is a brilliant cardiologist as well as kind and considerate and a great communicator. He is tops in my book!!!!
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
This doctor is the most amazing human being in the medical profession. Just a wonderful, wonderful man. I've been with him for 30 or 40 years and he's simply the greatest, as all the people that he works with.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Boucher is the best care provider in the world. He is caring, listens and provides excellent care. He actually really cares about his patients.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
Dr Boucher is the best provider that I have ever had. He is simply the best.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
I have been seeing Dr Boucher for approximately six years. Along with his knowledge and expertise in his field He is also the most caring doctor I ever had.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
HAVE BEEN SEEING DR BOUCHER FOR OVER 40 YEARS.
- Reviewed on 11/25/2025
Feel very fortunate
- Reviewed on 11/20/2025
I have been a Patient of Dr. Boucher since 1987, that's a long time. He has always been very good to me. He knows our entire Family, communicates well with all of us, keeps us well informed.
- Reviewed on 11/21/2025
I think Dr. Boucher is very an unbelievable cardiologist, very concerned about his patients. He Googles everything and reviews everything every time I'm there. I just think he's just a phenomenal person and I wouldn't have anyone else but him.
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr. Boucher has been treating me for 20 years. He's wonderful and he can't retire!
- Reviewed on 11/16/2025
great
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
This provider has explained my conditions clearly and with support
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr Boucher is a wonderful doctor, so well prepared when we meet and thoughtful. We discuss my issues completely. He is the best.
- Reviewed on 11/14/2025
I felt well cared for.
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
The best! My long time Doctor. He is excellent and one of the reasons I am still here!
- Reviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr. Boucher is the quintessential doctor who is always there when needed. I could not be more grateful to be in his care.
- Reviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr Boucher has cared for me for more than two decades and guided me through two aortic valve replacements. He is an excellent cardiologist and I am very fortunate to benefit from his deep expertise.
- Reviewed on 11/5/2025
He is an excellent doctor,always listens is kind and caring and gives me the very best care.
- Reviewed on 11/5/2025
Dr Boucher consistently is and has been one of the very best doctors I have seen at MGH for approximately the past 50 years. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 11/5/2025
Dr. Boucher is the real deal. The ultimate professional - caring, kind, professional and extremely knowledgeable. I am lucky he has been my cardiologist for more than 20 years.
- Reviewed on 11/3/2025
Dr Boucher is superb. He's thoughtful, listens carefully and has provided me with excellent care.
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Very thorough and attentive. He was in the room when I arrived and walked me out to the lobby.
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
I trust Dr Boucher to the ultimate. I would not be alive without the care he has provided
- Reviewed on 10/28/2025
Charles Boucher has been my cardiologist for over 40 years. I myself have been HMS Faculty since 1977. He is a giant of a man, and the cardiologist to all cardiologists. In a league of his own. Unbeatable.
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
Dr. Boucher is patient, clear, concise, knowledgeable, and of great judgment.
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
He is an excellent provider, one who has a wealth amount of knowledge and experience and one who cares about his patients. I am lucky to have him.
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Dr. Boucher is always very professional, very knowledgeable and definitely interested in my health and provides excellent care and service.
- Reviewed on 10/23/2025
Very positive interactions at MGH
- Reviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr Boucher is one of the most caring, knowledgeable physicians I've ever had treating me
- Reviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr Boucher has been my doctor for 25 years. He always makes sure we understand everything about my health. I would highly recommend him.
- Reviewed on 10/14/2025
Doctor Boucher is exceptionally thorough. He spends as much time as necessary to cover all aspects of my health. Even areas outside of my heart issues. He is the very best physician! After my quintuple bypass and I was told by others that I could leave and go to rehab he told the others that he knew me so well and that I was pushing myself. He said he wanted me to stay in the hospital a few more days. The next day I had a heart attack. I wouldn't have been monitored at rehab and would have died. Doctor Charles Boucher saved my life!
- Reviewed on 10/11/2025
Dr Boucher has always been most attentive and caring doctor. I am blessed to have him watch over my medical problems
- Reviewed on 10/4/2025
Dr. Boucher is very caring, very attentive, and has been an outstanding doctor for us for a number of years. We are fortunate to have him as our cardiologist. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/3/2025
Yeah, I've been a patient of Dr. Boucher since 2008. I find him extremely approachable, and I enjoy seeing him. He clearly shows that he enjoys seeing me. I feel he's essentially the best cardiologist I have ever been taken care of, and I hope he keeps going for a long, long time.
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
Dr Boucher is the best doctor that I have ever interacted with
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
Dr Bouche my cardiologist was simply the best caretaker of a doctor that I have had in a long time and I appreciate his kindness and care thank you
- Reviewed on 9/24/2025
Yes, Dr. Boucher is an extremely informed and brilliant doctor. He has been my cardiologist for 25 years, and my husband as well. More than actual association with him has been more than that. He is extremely skilled, patient, kind, understanding, and has a very pleasant personality, and Mass General should feel very lucky to have him on their faculty.
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
Dr Boucher is the best ever cardiac provider.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
I thank Mass Gen for having the quality care available that Dr Boucher has been provided me since 1996. I attribute living the past 29 years to his quality care. He is a great example and role model for young cardiologists to emulate. Thanks MG ! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 9/19/2025
Dr. Boucher has been my doctor for 21 years. He was this time and has always been very, very good about listening, about relating to myself and to my wife, who's always very concerned about me. He makes sure that we're both very happy and satisfied there ever be.
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
Always been knowledgeable about my history and caring
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
The best,
- Reviewed on 9/12/2025
I have been seeing this provider, Dr. Boucher, for many years. He is the most wonderful doctor I have ever had a relationship with. If I email him, he answers me immediately. He calls me on the phone. if he feels there is some follow-up that needs to be done. He always listens. He spends a great deal of time with me, and quite often it's with a family member. He and a Dr. [redacted] saved my life as a cardiologist
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr. Boucher has always been first class with his concerns, care and communication. I could not ask for more than he has done.
- Reviewed on 9/5/2025
Dr Boucher is one of the greatest drs at MGH. It's an honor to have him the lead on my team.He's irreplaceable.
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
Listens listens listens
- Reviewed on 9/2/2025
I owe my life to him. I would not be here if I had not seen him over 50 years ago
- Reviewed on 8/28/2025
very satisfied
- Reviewed on 8/28/2025
i'm always confident of my cardiologist doctor Boucher doing what is necessary by recommending tests to keep my heart going I'm very fortunate and lucky that I can enjoy the wonderful quality of life that i love so much because of the care that im given
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
I trust him implicitly.
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
EVERYTHING GOOD
- Reviewed on 8/23/2025
Excellent care provided by Dr. Boucher and his staff. Could not be any happier with their service or response to questions.
- Reviewed on 8/22/2025
Dr. Boucher is very personable and easy to communicate with.
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
Complete, compassionate care. Dr. Boucher always considers my 'big picture' when informing and advising me.
- Reviewed on 8/5/2025
He is great!
- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
He always responds right away when called, and also checks in when you're in the hospital even when you're not specifically his patient. He also refers me to the right physicians for something that may not be in is field of expertise.
- Reviewed on 7/31/2025
Dr Boucher has been my cardiologist for about 35+ years and has guiding me in so many ways to solve my heart disease including life style changes, medications, surgery and continuing procedural tests.
- Reviewed on 7/28/2025
Highly skilled very friendly
- Reviewed on 7/19/2025
Perfect
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Great medical visit, front desk staff, EKG, and lab tech all wonderful. Dr. Boucher is fantastic as always, combining his medical expertise with patient concern, compassion and 'bedside manner."
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
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- Reviewed on 7/26/2025
Dr. Boucher has been my Cardiologist for 35 years. He is everything a perfect Doctor should be, which is very rare these days. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, listens and explains everything you need to know. He always returns calls quickly.
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
I am very pleased with the care I receive from Dr. Boucher. He always takes the time to review my problems and discuss the therapy. He listens to what I say and I always feel like I am treated with respect and like a real person. I have done very well with the therapy he has recommended.
- Reviewed on 7/7/2025
Dr. Boucher is one of your most outstanding physicians at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is courteous. He's kind. He listens. He gives great direction. He always follows through with a phone call. It is just remarkable what an amazing doctor you have.
- Reviewed on 7/5/2025
Absolutely fantastic
- Reviewed on 7/4/2025
Best doctor ever!!
- Reviewed on 7/4/2025
Very thorough, did his homework. Great work, always. Thank you, Charles Boucher.
- Reviewed on 6/30/2025
very caring
- Reviewed on 6/29/2025
Simply, always excellent. Always good and thoughtful communication!
- Reviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr. Boucher is always welcoming and always on time and always going over everything with me. The pacemaker lab is always very good too. And the echo, just fair. Okay, have a good day, bye.
- Reviewed on 6/11/2025
One of the best cardiologists I have ever been involved with
- Reviewed on 6/8/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 6/7/2025
Excellent! He listened to what I said & asked hood questions! Excellent explanations & experience!
- Reviewed on 6/6/2025
My experience with Dr. Boucher is always excellent. He is a great provider to myself and my husband for over 20 years. His care is inexplicable and top of the line. We are so blessed to have Dr. Boucher in our lives.
- Reviewed on 5/25/2025
Dr Boucher has always been very straight forward and honest with me. He has always responded to my requests the same day. I can't over state how grateful I am that he is my cardiologist!
- Reviewed on 5/24/2025
I feel grateful to be in his care. Would highly recommend him as he is conscientious in his care.
- Reviewed on 5/24/2025
Long time patient...communication and medical care always the very best from Dr Boucher.