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Kevin S Emerick

Kevin S Emerick, MD

OtolaryngologyHead and Neck Surgery

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Kevin S Emerick

Specializing in treating patients with head and neck tumors, Dr. Kevin Emerick is an accomplished head and neck surgeon. His clinical interests include head and neck cancer, advanced and high-risk cutaneous malignancy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, microvascular reconstruction, and pedicled flap reconstruction.

Dr. Emerick has been involved in the creation of the Mass. Eye and Ear/Mass General Cutaneous Oncology Center. This is a multidisciplinary group focused on providing the highest level of clinical care for patients with advanced skin cancers. Additionally, it provides a foundation for important research and patient education.

Throughout his career, Dr. Emerick been an invited speaker at regional and national meetings and has published more than 40 peer-reviewed papers and several textbook chapters. He also dedicates a portion of his time to advising and mentoring residents and fellows.

Locations

  1. Mass Eye and Ear Otolaryngology Services
  2. Mass Eye and Ear Head and Neck Cancer Program
  3. Mass Eye and Ear Head and Neck Cancer Program

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Michigan Medical Center, Head & Neck Oncologic Surgery, 2007
  • Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Otolaryngology, 2006
  • Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, General Surgery, 2002
  • Medical Education: Indiana University School of Medicine, 2001

Board Certifications

  • Plastic Surgery Within the Head and Neck: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2007

Insurance

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  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • 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
  • Tufts Public Health Plan
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

320 ratings, 146 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Dr. Emerick and his staff are wonderful. I get an ultrasound one hour before my appointment with the doctor and he has results to discuss with me always a good experience.

  • Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    always informative and answers any questions or concerns I have . I always leave feeling good about my health situation. I feel lucky to be able to see Doctor Emerick and his staff.

  • Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Treated me kindness and respect. Was thorough with his plan. Answered every question I had. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    Courteous, professional and thorough

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    My experience was good, it always is. It was short but sweet and I left feeling good there. So my experience was very good all the way around. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Dr. Emerick is, in my opinion, an accomplished surgeon with an extremely compassionate manner. Truly a rare combination.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    He is excellent. He answered all my questions. He spent as much time as I needed. That's all I can say.

  • Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    Doctor was patient and caring and discussed medical options

  • Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    I really liked the response from my original visit to getting a plan moving forward and enacting it

  • Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Dr. Emerick has provided excellent care for treating my Merkel Cell Carcinoma. However it is obvious that his once a month visits to the MGH Stoneham office is becoming too popular. Maybe it should be expanded.

  • Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Excellent provider and nice and friendly staff. After several visits with other providers this Dr was able to provide more information and options to me.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr. Emerick is fantastic. I am so grateful for him and his team.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Very professional

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr. Emerick is a wonderful, caring and outstanding doctor. I highly recommend him

  • Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Professional and caring

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Yeah, he's a great doctor and all his help have been good to me. I appreciate all of them.

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Treated me with concern in a manner I could easily understand

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Dr Emerick is an excellent physician... he is thorough and explains things in layman's terms... great experience!

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Professional

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    I belieive that my provider has the experience and knowledge to resolve my medical situation in a timely manner.

  • Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Dr Emerick was very kind and caring While explaining all the different options in the care plan. He was friendly and seemed very compassionate about the upcoming Procedures. He was easy to talk with and instilled confidence going forward.

  • Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    Great experience wonderful doctor. Very talented ad kid.

  • Reviewed on 12/28/2025

    Very knowledgeable to my condition.

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Dr. Emerick is incredibly professional and thorough in his approach to my diagnosis. He doesn't ignore anything and works on obtaining the best possible results.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    always very nice

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    very pro

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr Emerick is the most professional, highly skilled and personable providers I have been treated by in the medical field. His calm, demeanor is reassuring, particularly in a cancer diagnosis. I have the utmost respect and confidence for Dr Emerick and in the quality of care he provides. I feel so grateful and fortunate to be one of his patients.

  • Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    [redacted] Dr. Emerick the best doctor I've ever had

  • Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr. Emerick is a highly skilled doctor and surgeon, very compassionate with his patients.

  • Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    The doctor was awesome. I don't see how he could have been any better.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr. Is professional and caring. Provides excellent feedback.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    He was easy to discuss my concerns with. He listened and commented. He was thoughtful and I felt very engaged in his work and a very nice repor.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Love going here. Always prompt respectful and feel treated like family on my side of course.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr Emerick does an excellent job.

  • Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    This was my first experience with Dr. Emerick. I'm very content and looking forward to getting my surgery completed as soon as possible. He's very accommodating, well understood, and very patient to explain everything that needed to be done.

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Dr Emerick is an outstanding doctor/provider. He is extremely thorough in all areas.

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Dr. Emerick was very caring with the surprising news that I received.

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    The best

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    I was extremely grateful and respected both Dr. Emerick and Dr. [redacted]. I was lucky to have both consult with me concerning possible surgery on my head. Both were very patient, very thorough, very understanding, professional, friendly, were respectful of my questions, not only mine, but also my wife's, and really am grateful for what they did for me at the time. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Appointment with Dr. Emerick was at the recommendation & referral of Dr. [redacted], dermatologist. Far more important than I anticipated. Both [redacted], PPA, & Dr. Emerick were very clear & thorough explaining to me the data from the Mohs surgery. And, medical reasons he is recommending the preventive care program going forward. Helped me understand & make decisions regarding my healthcare.

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    [redacted] Dr Emerick is the best!

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Very experienced and friendly provider.

  • Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    very friendly, courteous and thorough in addressing my issues

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    This was my first visit with Dr. Emerick and Dr. [redacted] and I found them to be very professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. They explained my diagnosis clearly, and what I should expect with the scheduled surgery.

  • Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    I always get what I expected & more

  • Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Hello, Dr. Emerick was so calm and so knowledgeable. He instilled confidence and gave a complete sense of security. He is certainly someone I would recommend to others.

  • Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr Emerick is a great doctor. He provided excellent care. He is friendly and made me feel comfortable.

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Kevin Emerick is THE BEST? He is gentle, kind and friendly. I couldn't think of a better rating!

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    He was great they both were

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    he was great, respectful and thoughtful and I trust him

  • Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    They were extremely well informed as to my previous experiences with MEEI and my current situation! Reinforced the high level of respect and expertise that defines MEEI and all the staff that enable the entire process to proceed efficiently and with the desired results!

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    good treatment

  • Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Dr Emerick is one of the best doctors that I have ever met. He is so understanding and kind to me. I feel very comfortable in discussing any health concerns I may have with him.

  • Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Provider went over the problem and detailed the issue and the recommended the treatment very thoroughly

  • Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Emerick was very kind to me. He understood that I needed extra help due to my hearing problem and went out of his way to make sure I understood what he was telling me.

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    Kind, considerate, skilled and experienced

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    Everything was good

  • Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    He explains well and listens very carefully to what my concerns are

  • Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Always a reassuring and comforting experience

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    The provider was thorough, friendly and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him to a friend.

  • Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Dr. Emerick and his staff are exceptional. Dr. Emerick is such a wonderful, caring physician and surgeon. He is very attentive and listens to all my concerns .

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Re meds, did not have updated info to provide, but was asked and told will provide before surgery .

  • Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Excellent practice and provider and staff made me feel extremely comfortable, answered all questions and everything was run in a timely manner.

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr.Emerick saved my life.Not only is he a great surgeon, but he is a kind person who sincerely cares about me.

  • Reviewed on 9/7/2025

    The staff's anticipation of my needs was extraordinary.

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Dr. Emerick and his team are simply outstanding. Recent changes in other offices (disinterested staff who are busy chatting amongst themselves or who feel annoyed by their job) haS, thankfully, NOT affected this practice. I hope management changes do not affect this fabulous group of people and providers!

  • Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    really cares

  • Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Dr. Emerick was very caring and informative to myself and my wife.

  • Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Being a former patient I was seen in Very timely manner. The doctor was very informative concerning my situation.

  • Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Both the PA & Doctor were very attentative in being sure I understood all aspects of my condition and its plan for recovery.

  • Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    I greatly appreciated the visit with this provider, especially his physician's assistant, who was delightful and thorough. The only thing I will say is, and probably always is true, it helped for me to know what my situation was because I could help clarify things during my visit. I think some people, if they go unprepared to a visit like that, could be in trouble. But anyway. good experience all the way around.

  • Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    My provider is world class knowledge wise, yet his humility makes me very comfortable in asking questions and expressing my concerns. I am most grateful for his care

  • Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    He was extremely helpful . Thankful I had him.

  • Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Best physician anywhere! Talks to you, calmly informatively. Makes sure you have had all questions and concerns dealt with. Gentle, caring.

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Kevin Emerick was superb as were the techs in the radiology department

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Comfortable with explanation of procedures to done and outcomes.

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    everyone was awesome

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    He was very friendly, he explained things the right way, and I left understanding what my problem is.

  • Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    A very supportive, thoughtful and thorough physician who was informative and knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    He's intelligent, articulate, caring, clear.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Wonderful staff and care

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    He was very good at explaining what my treatment would be and answered any questions I had.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr Emerick was very professional and calming. His presence was very comforting and he described the process very clearly. His PA [redacted] was the same way. They both took the time to answer every question.

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Dr. Emerick and [redacted] were excellent. They reviewed my current health and history thoroughly. They both explained my melanoma in detail and the plan to treat it. Very friendly and professional. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Dr was very accommodating and helpful after MRI dept took me 45 mins late. I finished MRI after time scheduled for my Dr appt.

  • Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    Dr Emerick always shows he cares & is knowledgeable about my type of cancer. He is very sympathetic.

  • Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Most professional and I felt very comfortable with going forward with the process .

  • Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    courteous, very professional, keeps you informed about everything. That's it. Done.

  • Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    excellent

  • Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    I had a preliminary visit with the Doctors office and awaiting further information on my procedure.

  • Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    The Reception, the Nurses and the Doctor were specially caring and professional . Since this was a six month follow up to surgery done by Dr Emerick it was very straightforward of an exam on surgical site and following scheduling a future appointment.

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    Dr Emmerick is very knowledgeable and very kind. His kindness certainly helps when under stress. I would recommend to anyone who needed surgery especially on the face.

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    Dr Emerick and his PA were both caring and communicated in language I understood.

  • Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    It was excellent

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Have Dr continue to look for NEW Treatment to help heal!

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr. Emrich and his team are fantastic. I'm very grateful for his care.

  • Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    He is the best.

  • Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Very positive and supportive

  • Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Dr Emerick. Was wonderful kind. Patient and just wonderful. Even his voice was soothing. Cannot say enough good things about him. Sooo knowledgeable

  • Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Dr Emerick was kind, patient, knowledgeable and made me feel my input into my treatment was important in major decision making. I could not have been more pleased with this first appointment

  • Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    I have never seen another doctor that was more understanding, compassionate and spent more time making a patient feel more comfortable. Truly outstanding!

  • Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    I was impressed by the care and attention given to my wife during her time of need .

  • Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Very nice

  • Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Treated professionally and courteously

  • Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Enjoyed his personality, friendliness and expert opinion for my problems.

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Keep up the good work.

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    I am grateful for the attentive care & treatment I have had with all @ Mass Eye & Ear. I came there after a failure to get the care I needed else where.

  • Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    I had no problem with the provider and I was very courteous and well-informed. I was pleased.

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Dr. Emerick is the consummate professional and always treats his patients with respect and patience.

  • Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Every time I go to this office, it's a great experience. Everyone in there is so professional, so great. It's a pleasure. Even though you're going to a doctor's office, it's a pleasure to go there. It's an amazing operation, and I can't say enough about it. It's just terrific. It's great.

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Very knowledgeable and compassionate

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Excellent experience

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Always a good experience with Dr. Emerick. He listens to you, and gives answers to your questions with a professional and a pleasant way. A friendly manner.

  • Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    I feel as though I've been assigned to the Dream Team. Top notch care coupled with a very caring attitude from everyone at the facility. From parking to security to front desk to all involved in the process.

  • Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    Very professional, knowledgeable and honest about my situation and my upcoming procedure. I never expected that he would make room in his schedule as quickly as he did for my upcoming procedure. As nervous as I am about what I have to go through, I trust that I'm in excellent hands.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    I could not ask for a better level of care.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    The PA was friendly and capable. The Md was calm, friendly, and best of all summarized the situation and spent enough time to help me make the best decision possible

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Very comfortable and feel always well informed.

  • Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Very professional and yet personable.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Very satisfied

  • Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Dr. Emerick was exceptional and took the time to explain the procedure to me. He went out of his way to explain the options I had and gave me great confidence in his ability. He was able to adjust his schedule to accommodate me as he knew the seriousness of my situation. I can't thank him enough for his expertise and professionalism.

  • Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    DR. Emerick is the best & most compassionate doctor I have ever seen.

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Dr Emerick is outstanding

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    I'm so grateful to have what I believe is world class cancer care at Mass Eye and Ear with a true expert and world class oncologist, Dr. Emerick. Literally every interaction from the very beginning of my saga with this department about two years ago, I think, has been nothing less than stellar. With my deepest gratitude, with all my heart.

  • Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Excellent visit. Very professional and my exam was fine with positive results!

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Dr. Emerick appears to know everything that I need to know about skin cancer. He is soft-spoken and explains all that is important about my situation.

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Explain that you like the dark. I like everything that happened to me. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Couldn't be more satisfied with care so far

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Yes, the provider was excellent and no problems there. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    He made me feel safe in his hands. I trust him and his judgment. I felt a whole lot better when I left his office than when I first arrived at the hospital. I needed his professionalism and skill. I am glad he will be my surgeon this week.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Dr. Emerick provides a very professional, very friendly, very open and warm conversation. Always makes my spouse and I feel very comfortable about what is going to happen next. We would recommend him and his staff to anyone.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    As always very informative and to the point. As much as I wish I wasn't there it's always a pleasure to talk to Dr. Emerick and [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Felt good about the Dr. trusting, and easy to talk with

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Very professional

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    Yes,Dr Emerick has operated on Me twice [redacted]. He and everyone in his office are always kind,frtiendly and caring medical professionals!! I absolutely would reccomend them toothers!!!!!

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    Dr Emerick has been following me for a parotid tumor. He is amazing. Discusses all issues related to the diagnosis. Explains what to expect and doesso in a very calm and assuring manner. His staff is amazing I am very grateful for having him as my Doctor.

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    Alls good

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    I have nothing but great things to say about my provider. He always asks me how things aer goin and how I feel about the treatment I am receiving. He is a gentleman and very concerned with my progress.

  • Reviewed on 4/8/2025

    Excellent experience.

  • Reviewed on 4/6/2025

    Very friendly and efficient staff

  • Reviewed on 4/6/2025

    Exceptionally good exoerience

  • Reviewed on 4/6/2025

    Dr. Emerick is one of the most amazing doctors I've ever had the pleasure of being the patient of. He is incredibly knowledgeable. He is an absolute expert in his field, knows everything, has a way of explaining it so that somebody who's not a doctor understands it. The empathy that he has allows him to make sure that you understand, that you're comfortable with the care, that you've received all the options. I can't say enough about the care and the skill that Dr. Emerick provides and truly just commend him on how amazing he and his staff is at Mass Pioneer. Thanks.

  • Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    Yes, Dr. Emerick was very professional and staff was very professional also.

  • Reviewed on 4/2/2025

    Dr. Emerick and [redacted] were professional and thorough giving me a sense of well being and confidence in my treatment.

  • Reviewed on 4/2/2025

    Just a great man and doctor.