
Matthew J Carty, MD
Reconstructive Plastic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryHand Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Brigham and Women's Faulkner Plastic Surgery Clinic
- 1153 Centre Street, Suite 2B, Boston, MA 02130
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-732-5282
- fax: 617-983-4534
- Martha's Vineyard Plastic Surgery Clinic
- 1 Hospital Road, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
- Get Directions
- phone: 508-684-4590
- fax: 508-693-3600
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Hand Surgery (Plastic Surgery), 2009
- Residency: Mass General Brigham Combined Training Program, Plastic Surgery, 2008
- Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Surgery, 2003
- Medical Education: Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, 2002
Board Certifications
- Plastic Surgery: American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2010
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
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- Mass Health
- MassHealth
- Medicaid CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
102 ratings, 54 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 2/6/2026
Dr. CARTY is one of the nicest and easiest to talk to doctors that I have ever worked with. I absolutely trust him and I appreciate his respect for his patients, the fact that he takes the time to speak with everyone and he doesn't dismiss any questions. So I would like to say thank you for being a great doctor.
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. Carty was excellent. He explained all my options and spent the time needed to answer all questions. I did have to wait 30 minutes after my appointment time but it was worth it for his expert clinical skills.
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
I feel confident that I will receive great care here and that Dr Carty is knowledgeable, professional, and caring.
- Reviewed on 1/14/2026
Very humble. Caring eye contact. Active listening.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Carty, PA [redacted] are the best. I love them both
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
I have seen Dr. Carty for several years now and he has cared for me in exceptional ways and honestly has salvaged procedures that were botched by other hospitals and he has done it in the kindest, most gentle, most experienced, surgically skilled way possible and he also makes it a very personal experience. I could not say better things about this surgeon and doctor or Dr. Carty as a person. He is invaluable and I am so lucky to have him as my doctor and part of my breast cancer journey and journey.
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
Consistently a long wait to see the provider past the initial appointment time. However, always absolutely worth the wait.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr Carty is an extremely skilled surgeon. Above and beyond his surgical expertise, he is a kind and compassionate medical provider. I was not happy that my medical diagnosis required such a high level surgery. I am confident that I am in absolutely capable hands with Dr Carty. I am thankful, grateful and blessed to receive such great care.
- Reviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr. Carty and his team are the most compassionate team that has taken care of me. They listen, care about my needs and take action. The last year has been such a challenge but Dr. Carty and his team always made me feel seen and heard. I would highly recommend Dr. Carty as not just a compassionate person but an incredible plastic surgeon.
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr Carty took almost an hour with me, was very very kind and helpful. He walked me down to the xray dept. himself.
- Reviewed on 11/5/2025
Highly skilled, caring , compassionate , professional
- Reviewed on 11/5/2025
Dr Carty is the best! He has operated on me previously and the outcome was great! My recovery was as expected, my incision is literally invisible compared to surgeries with other providers, I highly recommend Dr. Carty.
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr Matthew Carty was the kindest physician that I have ever met. He spent time with me and discussed possible ways to help me. He broke everything down so that I could understand. When I left my appointment with him I felt blessed to have spent time with him discussing my situation and really felt like he cared.
- Reviewed on 10/22/2025
Very pleasant and easy to talk to, and helpful. He suggested a surgery that I was not planning on, and I'm not sure what to do. However, he suggested another appointment before the surgery so I will discuss it with him again.
- Reviewed on 10/22/2025
Recommend to anyone who needs this service
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
An informative follow up visit and meeting
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
They are really nice and professional friendly specialists. Dr. Matthew Carty always takes care of me starting early 2018. I have been his patient since then. He is very professional doctor I have had.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
I'm very lucky to be in his care
- Reviewed on 10/14/2025
Dr. Carty is a human first, doctor second. This visit (and every other visit I've had since 2017 when he became my doctor) have borne that out. This puts me at ease. Every time!
- Reviewed on 10/4/2025
I was canceled several times before my appointment. My care provider seems to be exceptionally busy. I do understand based on the nature of the disease process he treats, but it does not help those of us who need to be seen. Although our cancer is no longer active. Sometimes you just need some questions answered because you've never done this before and it's difficult to get those answers when your caregiver is so busy that they cancel you over and over again.
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
I've known Dr. Carty for years. He's the best.
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
Dr. Matthew Carty is an exceptional provider who really knows his craft. I am very pleased with my experiences.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Very pleased with my appointments so far
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Carty has been an exceptional care provider treating me with respect, compassion & is always willing to have educational conversations. I am grateful I met him & his team. My whole life is different since my care & surgeries took place by his team. I highly recommend him to others too.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr. Carty was very thorough and respectful. I feel comfortable and have confidence in my surgical plan.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr. Carty is very attentive and focused on my amputee needs
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
The staff was very nice and helpful. Dr. Carty is a very nice Dr.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr. Carty and his staff are always wonderful. The office is busy, but we all get their undivided attention.
- Reviewed on 8/22/2025
Yes, Dr. Matt Carty and his, I think a nurse practitioner, [redacted], were outstanding with me. [redacted] they were so kind and loving and respectful. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 8/22/2025
Dr. Carty and his office staff were extraordinarily knowledgeable and caring. I would highly recommend. I felt well taken care of. I had all of my answers and I was also given the opportunity if I wanted any follow up to give multiple ways to do that. I really appreciated everything about the visit.
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
Was a very positive experience . Dr Carty spent a great deal of time with my husband and I. We had no knowledge of the procedure and after he explained the procedure we then were given ample time for questions. He helped us understand the insurance process. I would highly recommend Doctor Carty .
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Always professional and kind, this provider is excellent. He listens to my concerns, responds with sincerity and knowledge, and has excellent skills. Had I stayed in Western Mass for the treatment of my issue, I would be dead or severely crippled. This Dr. is the way to go!
- Reviewed on 8/6/2025
Dr Carty was fantastic. Very caring and took all the time I needed to answer all my questions and talk through all my concerns.
- Reviewed on 8/7/2025
Dr Carty is the most amazing Dr I have ever had and believe me, I have had many! He is so compassionate, he really listens to my concerns, he is personable, he is respectful and professional, I honestly cannot say enough great things about Dr Carty. He is the Best Dr and Surgeon I have ever seen. His work is incredible. If I ever have any health problems that relate to Dr Carty's work, I would see Dr. Carty in a second and I drive in from NH.
- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
Everyone was absolutely fantastic. From Jasmine at the reception desk to Dr. Carty. I wasn't sure what to expect going in but they made me vary comfortable and took all the time needed to thoroughly discuss everything. I was extremely happy with my experience.
- Reviewed on 7/30/2025
Dr. Carty and [redacted] are top notch and Im looking forward to my upcoming procedure.
- Reviewed on 7/18/2025
I like dr Carty and [redacted] very much. I feel like I am in good hands .
- Reviewed on 6/20/2025
Dr Carty and his staff is fantastic. My experience with the rest of the hospital system is not great.
- Reviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr. Carty is an extraordinarily gifted surgeon and a lovely, caring person. I have referred several people to him for breast reconstruction and they have the same opinion.
- Reviewed on 6/17/2025
Dr. Carty is the most caring doctor, never mind surgeon, I have ever met. He's knowledgeable, kind, and compassionate. I only wish we could clone him.
- Reviewed on 6/15/2025
Dr. Carty is one of the kindest and most compassionate doctors I have ever seen. He took time to explain all my options and made sure I understood them. Dr. Carty is extremely respectful, always checking to be sure I was comfortable during the exam. Simply, He is the best!!
- Reviewed on 6/15/2025
I feel so confident about this team that I am not nervous about my surgery.
- Reviewed on 6/11/2025
I can't say enough good things about the provider and the PA I saw. I was given a lot of information and I left knowing the plan we went over for the surgeries in the next year. They made it a priority to get me into see them quickly.
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr Carty, Listen to all my concerns and answered all my questions.
- Reviewed on 5/27/2025
Awesome bedside manner, great personality. PA and physician were outstanding , spent a ton of time. Explained things so well.
- Reviewed on 5/9/2025
Dr. Carty and his PA, [redacted] are excellent, [redacted].
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr. Carty is perfect! He is super intelligent, wise, professional, caring ...he really is quite perfect. His staff - I want to say physician asst I think her name is [redacted] and his admin asst [redacted] are fabulous!
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
I feel fortunate that I have my dr
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr. Carty was very receptive and seemed to be very in tune with my history and status even though we hadn't met in almost 2 years.
- Reviewed on 4/23/2025
Dr. Carty and [redacted] make a great team! They really helped me and both were so kind. I may not have always liked it, but I respected their honesty.
- Reviewed on 4/16/2025
I am very happy with my care from Dr Carty and his team
- Reviewed on 4/8/2025
My office visits with Dr. Carty are always a good experience. He listens to me and always makes sure that I'm comfortable with the plan moving forward and pleased with the outcomes
- Reviewed on 4/8/2025
Dr Carty has operated on me before, and my recovery was as expected. I healed nicely, and no complications. Dr. Carty explained my procedure to me throughly, so that l understood. I would highly recommend Dr. Carty to anyone that needs surgery within his specialty.
- Reviewed on 4/2/2025
Dr. Carty and his staff are the best doctors I have ever worked with and I have had a lot of doctors in my lifetime! They listen, they are on time, their office is organized and they are easy to talk to.