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Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout David A D'Alessandro
David A. D'Alessandro, MD, is cardiac surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is a member of the Mass General Corrigan Minehan Heart Center and the Mass General Transplant Center, and specializes in ventricular assist devices. He is a Member of Faculty at Harvard Medical School. He is also the surgical director of Heart Transplantation and Ventricular Assist Devices in the Division of Cardiac Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Before joining, Dr. D'Alessandro was on the faculty of the Montefiore Medical Center in New York where he served as the surgical director of the Heart Transplantation Program. Under his leadership, the program experienced consistent growth and led the region in survival outcomes. In 2013 he was named the Erika and Jay Abramson Distinguished Surgeon in recognition of his scientific contributions to the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
Dr. D'Alessandro received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and completed his medical education at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. He completed his residency in general surgery, a fellowship in renal transplantation and clinical and research fellowships in cardiothoracic surgery at the Columbia University Medical Center in New York.
Dr. D'Alessandro has focused his clinical interests on surgical treatments of end stage heart failure including mechanical assistance and heart transplantation. He has broad experience with all aspects of adult cardiothoracic surgery including on and off pump coronary artery bypass surgery, valve repair and replacement, and the treatment thoracic aneurysms. Additionally, he has extensive experience with acute and chronic mechanical circulatory support devices including the latest generation of mechanical assist devices.
Locations
- Massachusetts General Cardiac Surgery Clinic at the Corrigan Minehan Heart Center
- 55 Fruit Street, Cox Building, 6th Floor, Suite 630, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-724-0800
- fax: 617-726-5804
- Massachusetts General Heart Valve Program at the Corrigan Minehan Heart Center
- 32 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 5th Floor, Suite 5B, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-724-0800
- fax: 617-724-6253
Expertise
Education
- Residency: New York Presbyterian - Columbia University Medical Center**, General Surgery, 2004
- Fellowship: New York Presbyterian - Columbia University Medical Center**, Renal Transplant, 2002
- Residency: Columbia University Medical Center, General Surgery, 2000
- Medical Education: Columbia University, Office of the Registrar, 1997
Board Certifications
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 2006
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 CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
79 ratings, 31 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 1/31/2026
The provider easily explained what the issue was and how he would address it.
- Reviewed on 1/3/2026
Both the nurse and the provider were very informative and i had a good discussion about my condition, the recommended therapy and the outcome and the risks and benefits. Good educational experience.
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Very professional and knowledgeable and everyone we dealt with was very personable and made you feel comfortable.
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
Dr D'Alessandro took all the time I needed when I had an appt with him. He was very helpful and even gave his endorsement of Dr [redacted], the surgeon I am scheduled with at [redacted]. He said he knows him and gave a high recommendation of him. That was very helpful. Thank you, [redacted]
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Very satisfied with my doctor. He was very knowledgeable, caring and concise.
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
The care nurse and Dr D'alessandro were clear in explanations. listened well and responded with solutions to concern. Based on my visit, I opted to do surgery at MGH rather than Beth Istael
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
Hi, Dr. D'Alessandro was very, very professional and he came in very friendly. I felt comfortable with him. He was very upfront about the situation. He got on the computer and showed me some actual graphics and some actual test results. He listened to me. He treated me with great respect and I felt like I was in the best hands I could possibly be in. Thank you very much. Bye.
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
Was open to listening and questions. Compassionate and caring. Provided good education to patient.
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
Dr. D'alessandro was friendly, professional and knowledgeable. He came into the exam room well-informed regarding my medical information. I am very comfortable that he will be the surgeon for my bypass procedure.
- Reviewed on 11/1/2025
I wish to acknowledge the utmost professionalism was noticed and admired with the care provider. From receptionist, to nurse, to the physician, the entire experience was easy and very welcoming. The care provider was very knowledgeable, assuring and welcoming, in that the review of treatment to address my needs was made clearer and this was comforting. The opportunity to meet and discuss my particular needs was most appreciated and with all of the above in focus, I look forward to implementing my specific plan of care.
- Reviewed on 11/1/2025
My husband saw Dr. D'Alessandro and we couldn't have been more pleased with him. He lives up to his reputation. He was wonderful. We feel like we're in very good hands with him and so blessed that we were lucky enough to get him to be our doctor. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/25/2025
Could not have been better
- Reviewed on 10/25/2025
Dr. D'Alesandro was personable, knowledgeable, carrying, and action oriented.
- Reviewed on 10/5/2025
He gave me his full attention and listened very carefully to me questions, made me feel safe
- Reviewed on 10/4/2025
It was a profound privilege to meet Dr D'Alessandro. Dr [redacted] arranged the appointment so I could weigh alternatives. Dr D'Alessandro embodies the internal quest of every man...help people, leave the world a better place...and I am so grateful for his time, experience and guidance in helping make my decision. [redacted] I am over whelmed with the care I get from all Mass General medical professionals..and hope you pass along my gratitude, [redacted] THANK YOU
- Reviewed on 9/26/2025
I'm very glad that Dr. D'Alessandro is going to be my surgeon, and I thank him very much for explaining things.
- Reviewed on 9/20/2025
Dr D'Alessandro gave a clear explanation of the upcoming procedure, and both he and his staff gave clear information on what to expect afterwards. Thorough exam and thorough questioning re: my symptoms. Caring attitude. I feel very comfortable in the care of this surgeon and his staff.
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
Very informative
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
Courteous, efficient & caring.
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
I got an appointment from [redacted], the doctor spoke to me as soon as he was able, he seemed to be very familiar with my situation and he suggested course of action that would work up best for me. All In all, considering the reason I was there which is not great, it was an extremely positive experience with him.
- Reviewed on 8/18/2025
Yes, my provider was absolutely more than I could have asked for. Dr. D'Alessandro came highly regarded and recommended to me, and I actually switched insurance providers to be able to go and see him. I was with Tufts originally, and I'm with the state, so I switched to Ballpoint so I could go to Mass General. So I couldn't have asked for a better experience.
- Reviewed on 8/2/2025
All were kind and welcoming
- Reviewed on 7/5/2025
Dr. D'Allessandro was great at explaining what needed to happen.
- Reviewed on 6/29/2025
Very understanding and compassionate. Explains things very clearly
- Reviewed on 6/28/2025
perfect
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
HIs response to my concern was as immediate. I am confident in my outcome with his abilities.
- Reviewed on 6/16/2025
David D'alessandro was very open and clear about the film of my heart, what the operation will consist of and how things are done. He also provided a two-page checklist of things I will accept and I won't accept. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 6/15/2025
Dr. D'Alessandro was fantastic! He took a lot of time to explain every aspect of the valve replacement and bypass surgery. Every question was answered. My daughter and I never felt rushed.
- Reviewed on 6/14/2025
This was my first time meeting Dr. D'alessandro and I felt like I knew him all my life. He was very easy to talk to and understand.
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr. D'Alessandro is an excellent provider - one of the best at MGH !