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Emily S Robinson

Emily S Robinson, MD, MPH

Nephrology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Female

Locations

  1. Brigham and Women's Renal Medicine Clinic at the Fish Center for Women's Health
  2. Brigham and Women's Kidney Transplant Program
  3. Brigham and Women's Renal Medicine Clinic
  4. Brigham and Women's Renal Medicine Clinic

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Nephrology, 2009
  • Internship: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2006
  • Medical Education: University of Connecticut School of Medicine, 2003

Board Certifications

  • Nephrology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2008
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2006

Insurance

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  • 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

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

288 ratings, 143 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    Met expectations

  • Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Always a very comfortable experience.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Dr. Robinson is an excellent provider because she is obviously an expert in the care of the kidneys, she is personable and kind. I would recommend Dr. Robinson to anyone seeking a highest quality physician in kidney care and an empathetic person tuned in to any questions or concerns you may have.

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    I have been a patient of Dr. Robinson for 9 years now. She has been one of the best Drs. I've seen. She is always responds in a timely manner to any questions or concerns I may have.

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Has always treated me with respect, answered my questions, and provided details for upcoming procedure.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    She was very nice and I do not mind seeing her.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    I found Dr. Robinson, as always, courteous and knowledgeable. She demonstrated a concern for my condition and provided very helpful and useful information.

  • Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    I have always been well taken care of at Brigham,so far. Thank you

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr. Emily Robinson is fantastic!

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr Robinson is the rare provider that really listens and takes the time needed to find out what is going on. Then she communicated very effectively - two ways not the usual dump of info- Refreshing and reassuring.

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    She provided answers to any questions that I came up with did a complete check of prescriptions and followed up with any questions that I had

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Great

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr. Robinson is wonderful. She got me through kidney failure and dialysis 3 years ago and has helped me maintain a good and stable life since then. I have had some other problems but she taught me how to protect my kidneys. I am so grateful to her.

  • Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    Appointments are always professional, informative, and compassionate.

  • Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Dr Emily Robinson is among the finest health care providers I have ever had. From her caring warmth to her knowledge and efficiency, she never disappoints. She is the best!

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Dr. Robinson is wonderful - - always very well prepared, knowledgeable and caring. I feel lucky to be her patient.

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Dr Robinson is always professional,friendly, can operate computer to access information quickly, always compares past results with present. Discusses anything, very thorough, and knowledgeable about me and my past history.

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Dr Robinson is awesome. Clear, concise, respectful, speaks in terms I understand, great personality. She's terrific.

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Always professional and shows genuine concern for me

  • Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Dr Robinson is a wonderful CARING DOCTOR .she explains everthing in detail to you

  • Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Very patient with me and really made me feel comfortable

  • Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    It's good to have a doctor that's familiar with my conditions

  • Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    On time. Thourough. Professional courteous

  • Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    Dr. Emily Robinson is very caring and explains some of the new tests I have to take she tells me all the options I have with this procedure She is very thorough and positive with me

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    She is very pleasant, makes me feel at ease, seems to take a personal interest in my well being

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    I've been going to Emily Robinson for quite a few years now. I like her. She's very thorough. She's very kind. She has good personality. She listens and she takes her time. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Very thorough, listened to what I had to say, and provided feedback in a manner that was easy for me to follow.

  • Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Keep up the good work

  • Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Dr Robinson is wonderful! She knows my history and always takes the time to listen to my questions or concerns.

  • Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Dr. Robinson seemed very knowledgeable and professional and she was easy to talk to and understand.

  • Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Very good

  • Reviewed on 11/29/2025

    She is always concerned about my overall health and condition. She is tops...the very best!!!

  • Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    she is kind and understanding and very helpful

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Dr.Robinson always takes the time to answer all my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    DR.ROBINSON IS VERY EFFICIENT AND I ENJOY HAVING HER FOR MY PROVIDER

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Dr. Robinson is fabulous!! She is one of my favorite doctors. She listens, she answers questions, she pays attention to everything you say - she is wonderful!!!

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Was friendly but professional. Explained my current condition

  • Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    Although I had to wait a long time to see if this provider it was worth my while she was very knowledgeable and helpful with my situation

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Great dr. Always very concerned with your overall health and well being. Very knowledgeable, always on top of her game.

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    I received excellent care.

  • Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Doctor knew my case very well and discussed everything with me completely. Very professional.

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    She is an excellent doctor.

  • Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    So happy I have become a patient of Dr. Robinson. I like her very much. I feel like she is taking very good care of me.

  • Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Dr Emily Robinson is a great doctor in every way. Worth waiting (1 year) for!

  • Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    My doctor is easy going, understanding and responds to my questions or concerns on the portal in a timely manner.

  • Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Dr. Robinson is an outstanding healthcare professional. Her approach is consistently caring and professional, making me feel completely at ease and well-supported during every visit. I am most impressed by their dedication to communication-Dr. Robinson is incredibly quick to respond to all my questions, often getting back to me within hours. This level of responsiveness provides immense peace of mind and shows a genuine commitment to their patients' well-being. I highly recommend Dr. Robinson to anyone looking for attentive and expert care.

  • Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Very confident and communicative. No problems at all.

  • Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr Emily robinson is a caring, highly skilled doctor.

  • Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Dr Robinson is very caring. She is an excellent provider

  • Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Dr Robinson is just a fantastic physician,

  • Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Dr Robinson is always great

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    This is the second time I've met with Dr. Robinson. She is extremely knowledgeable and very helpful in answering my questions and concerns. I'm delighted that I have already made my appointment for next year

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    It was a wonderful experience. Dr. ROBINSON is the best !

  • Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Top experience. Only issue. 2 Blood Pressure monitors out of commission.

  • Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    Really nothing to add. I go to her because she's he was highly recommended

  • Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    She's great

  • Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Excellent, listens and explains, great doctor

  • Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    She is very nice and explain what is going on

  • Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Dr Robinson is wonderful I am so grateful to be her patient

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

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  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    This is my first visit with Dr Robinson. She was very knowledgeable and gave me good advice during our visit.

  • Reviewed on 9/14/2025

    Dr. Robinson was excellent!!

  • Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Experience I had with this provider, nurse and staff was very good and polite.

  • Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    I am glad she is my doctor and I feel she looks out for me.

  • Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Dr Robinson has seeing me years and watches my Kidneys Function to ensure they have not changed.

  • Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Excellent. Always answers al my questions. Always feel very comfortable with her

  • Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Very caring provider and answers all questions and concerns

  • Reviewed on 8/30/2025

    This care provider is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, caring, and thorough. She is always aware of other medical concerns I have as she reads other reports prior to our appt. She is personable, kind, easy to talk with, and is a brilliant doctor.

  • Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    I am delighted with Dr. Robinson. Her professionalism, caring attitude, and knowledge.

  • Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Dr. Emily Robinson is a caring person Who takes away my fears and is very clear about telling me what I have to know. I respect her and feel lucky to have her as my doctor.

  • Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Doctor Robinson was very professional and took time for any concerns I might have had. I was very impressed and satisfied with her during my visit.

  • Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Dr. Emily Robinson is one the best physicians on my health care team. She is always well prepared before my appointment on all my medications and other physician appointments that I had, and the results thereof.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    It's been wonderful. A great knowledgeable care provider.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    I have full confidence in this doctor's knowledge and understanding

  • Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    She is absolutely excellent

  • Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Dr. Robinson is a gem

  • Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Dr. Robinson is always very thorough and interacts in a very natural way. She is very caring and kind.

  • Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Everything went well

  • Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Great Doctor

  • Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Dr. Robinson is a very knowledgeable provider. She adjusted my medication, so that I wouldn't have any problems with my potassium levels and taught me about the effects of Gabapentin. She is very kind and takes time with her patients.

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    NO PROBLEMS

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    consistently outstanding

  • Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    Always personable. Communicates well.

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    This was a first time with her was very friendly. Answered my questions. All my Doctors are friendly they keep me informed. Am there enough where I feel this a home away from home.

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Doctor Robinson gave me more information about my potential kidney disease in our one visit than the three previous visits with former nephrologist. She is very knowledgeable and willing to share her knowledge with me. I appreciate her approach.

  • Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    As always, a thorough and responsive interaction- focused on current problems.

  • Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Dr. Robinson asks pertinent questions and listens intently to my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Dr. Robinson is a wonderful Dr. she is very knowledgeable and always takes the time to talk and answer all my questions. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    I met Dr Robinson several years ago and she was very easy to talk with then and that hasn't changed. She makes me feel comfortable.

  • Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Dr.Robinson spent the time to go over everything with me and I did not feel rushed. She was concerned about my health and explained things thoroughly to me and answered all my questions.

  • Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    I have great confidence in Dr. Robinson.

  • Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Always excellent.

  • Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    Super!!

  • Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Emily Robinson was engaged, knowledgeable, and caring.

  • Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Truly an exceptional provider. If all physicians were to be equal this world would be a better place.

  • Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Friendly & professional

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Dr Robinson is one of the finest doctors I have ever had the pleasure of using for any of my conditions. She is a wonderful person, always punctual, extremely well versed in her specialty, ready to explain every last detail and always taking the time with me without my ever feeling rushed. Dr Robinson is a superb provider.

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Dr. Emily Robinson is an excellent doctor and just a wonderful person. I can't speak highly enough about her. She also returns emails very quickly, even after hours.

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    A visit with Dr. Robinson is always timely and efficient. She provides answers and reason to any questions asked with kindness and respect.

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Very pleasant and efficient.

  • Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Great provider very thoughtful attitude and a good manner

  • Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Always on time! Excellent Doctor/care cannot say enough good things about Dr. Robinson

  • Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    answers my questions

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Dr Robinson has helped me for many years I have complete confidence in her

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    excellent doctor robinson and facilites at Brighams a pleasant visit!

  • Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    I basically chatted with Dr R and then she ordered labs. Very short and I wondered why I couldn't have done this before the visit. Short and to the point visit.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    This was an annual follow-up. Due to the lack of schedule availability,, the appointment didn't take place unitl 18 months had elapsed

  • Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    This provider always shows concern about what is going on with me. I feel very comfortable with this provider.

  • Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    s All good

  • Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Dr. Robinson is wonderful.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Dr Robinson is awesome. She cares about me as a person. When my husband passed away a few months ago (he was her patient also) she reached out and wanted to see me soon after he passed She just wanted to provide comfort and make sure I was ok. A great trait in a doctor

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Ione feel safe having her be my Nephrologist. She is very competent and very kind.

  • Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Visits are always professional and informative. I am always clear with my care plan.

  • Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    She was efficient & patient Very nice !

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    I feel cared for in her presence.

  • Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Dr. Emily Robinson is a gem of a doctor. The Brigham would be smart to keep her happy. She is smart, professional and obviously cares about her patients.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    great visit as usual

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Always a pleasant experience

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Dr Robinson is professional and knowledgeable about my condition..... yet doesn't hesitate to engage in conversational topics about life in general. I am very pleased with her medical management of my renal issues.

  • Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    The doctor was knowledgeable, educated, kind, considerate. She assisted me, and she did her job. I would recommend anybody going to see her.

  • Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr Robinson has provided Exceptional Health Care for me and my daughter for many years!! She is a Godsend for our family! A top draw professional in addition to being thought of as a great friend!

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    Everytime I have my appt. with Dr, Emily Robinson is always positive She has such a nice personality and goes over my condition so well I look forward to my appts with Dr.Robinson she really cares!!!

  • Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Dr Robinson cares for her patients. I feel very comfortable with her.

  • Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    I think she has done a very good job managing my situation.

  • Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    A doctor who cares about her patients.

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Dr. Robinson is the BEST! I'm always happy to see her, she makes me feel very relaxed and I feel very comfortable when talking with her.

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    She spent a great deal of time with me and did not feel rushed.

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Always treats me with respect and listens to and answers any questions.

  • Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Always a great experience

  • Reviewed on 5/10/2025

    She is very kind, compassionate and interested in my health and what I had to say. She follows up with my primary care physician.

  • Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    I had a very good experience with Dr. Robinson. She addressed all of my concerns and referred me to all the necessary tests. She was very kind and thoughtful in her recommendations.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    She is THE BEST!

  • Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    She is a wonderful caring, extremely knowledgeable Dr.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. Robinson takes the time to listen to my questions and concerns, I never feel rushed during my appointment.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Excellent care as always.

  • Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    I always get very good care from this provider.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    My first time seeing Dr. Robinson. She was wonderful. Explained things clearly and listened to my concerns. I am so happy to be her patient now.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Dr Robinson always knows my updated medical history. She fully explains everything to me and always answers all my questions. Dr Robinson is very knowledgeable, professional and kind.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Dr. Robinson is thorough and very professional. She followed up this visit with a letter to me delineating any areas in which I ought to make changes in my medicines. Other doctors are too busy to take this important step. This was my first visit with Dr. Robinson and I feel that I am in good hands.

  • Reviewed on 4/8/2025

    Great doctor, looking forward to care in the future.

  • Reviewed on 4/7/2025

    The best possible care provider I could have.

  • Reviewed on 4/6/2025

    This is the first time, my first visit with Dr. Robinson, and she was wonderful. She was a great listener. She answered all my questions, and she was very knowledgeable about my visit, about, she researched everything. She knew all my situation, and I just had a very, very good visit with Dr. Robinson.