
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Mass Eye and Ear Otolaryngology Services
- 0 Emerson Place, Suite 2D, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-227-4366
- fax: 617-227-4482
Expertise
Education
- Residency: UCLA Medical Center, Otolaryngology, 1985
- Residency: Huntington Memorial Hospital, Surgery, 1981
- Internship: L.A. County General Hospital, Rotating Internship, 1980
- Medical Education: UC San Diego School of Medicine, 1979
Board Certifications
- Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 1985
Insurance
- 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 RI
- Medicare
- 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
136 ratings, 61 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 4/2/2026
Care is top notch. I am grateful.
- Reviewed on 4/2/2026
Dr. Metson is extremely thorough, professional, caring, down to earth, extremely knowledgeable. I recommend him extremely highly.
- Reviewed on 3/19/2026
The doctor was extremely knowledgeable, very empathetic, understood what I was dealing with, and explained things in a way that I could understand. He was also very reassuring, explaining what was going to get done and how it would benefit me.
- Reviewed on 3/16/2026
Dr Metson put my mind at ease by telling me how I can take care of my sinuses without surgery. He did say I might need surgery in the future, but not now.
- Reviewed on 3/11/2026
I trust and respect Dr Metson so much so that I drove 6 hours round trip to see him.
- Reviewed on 3/4/2026
I'm extremely confident in my care.
- Reviewed on 3/4/2026
Always very thoughtful, thoughtful, and reassuring. A true expert in his specialty. Grateful Dr. Metson is practicing.
- Reviewed on 3/2/2026
I was seen promptly. Everyone was courteous and friendly. The providers took the time to listen and explained everything thoroughly.
- Reviewed on 2/28/2026
I was aware of Dr. Metson's expertise in his field and of his personal warmth and empathy, which is why I made an appointment. I appreciate his thoroughness, advice, caring attitude and followup on the patient gateway.
- Reviewed on 2/28/2026
Both the fellow and the attending physician were very present and attentive. They took time to answer all my questions and explain the procedure and recovery time.
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
Everything went well
- Reviewed on 2/22/2026
A Doctor recommended Dr Metson to me for my particular ailment. How fortunate for me.
- Reviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr. Metson is the most thorough, amazing ENT in the world!
- Reviewed on 2/28/2026
I was very pleased with my visit in general and very pleased with the advice the doctor gave me on how to proceed with my treatment. Thank you!
- Reviewed on 2/26/2026
Pleasant
- Reviewed on 2/6/2026
Dr. Metson and everyone in his office, including his fellow, could not have been more kind, considerate. They had clearly read the information about me. They were kind, calm, and gave me excellent explanations. and I just felt really comfortable there. And that's from the minute I got there until after I left. They were wonderful. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 2/5/2026
I [redacted] wouldn't go to anyone but Dr. Metson. He is clinically superb as well as kind, thorough, and reassuring. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
Professional
- Reviewed on 1/15/2026
Excellent!
- Reviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr metson and his staff are the absolute best . Dr Metson is superb medical doctor . Our whole family is so greatful to him . I've seen other ear nose and throat doctors over thr years. No One even came close to helping me and solving my issues as did Dr Metson .
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Everything went great during the visit. I am waiting for the surgical scheduler to contact me to set up a date for the needed surgery
- Reviewed on 12/25/2025
Well, Mr. Metson seemed to be very approachable and quite knowledgeable about the ENT work and very experienced in the procedure that I needed done. So I couldn't be happier. He's a good fellow and that should do it.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Great Communication, Caring,
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
An excellent caring professional
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
I live 90-minutes away from Mass Eye & Ear and I count my blessings that I can see Dr Metson for my sinus issues (surgery will be in a month or so). I know people travel from all over to see him.
- Reviewed on 12/15/2025
Dr. Metson is the best. Period. So talented, so smart, so kind.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Meeting with Dr. Metson is always a pleasure. He's always experienced in what my conditions are and what my treatment will be. He also has fellows that always come in with him and are exceptional as they are learning the trade and the practice and everything else. So it's always a wonderful experience. I'm glad I was able to be referred to him and he's been able to work with me over the last couple of years on my issues. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
[redacted] I was finally seen, in the space of about 10 minutes. The doctor seemed disinterested/bored, but he did answer my questions.
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
I was very anxious about the surgery I was having in Dr. Metson's office before arriving. He made me very comfortable and came up with a way to do the surgery pain-free! He and his staff are absolutely the best! I would highly recommend them!
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
This provider was extremely nice and was very calming. He put you at ease. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
He was prompt, professional and through.
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr Metson is fantastic, his fellow medical student was also great. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
This was definitely a positive experience for me. Dr. Metson appeared to be knowledgeable and professional throughout my visit. I was most impressed with his ability to listen and to ask pertinent questions. His "bedside manner" was just as important to me as was his knowledge regarding my sinus issue. I feel completely reassured about my upcoming surgery!
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr Metson it's always amazing and just stuff is the best.
- Reviewed on 10/28/2025
As always I'm never disappointed at the hospital
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
Awesome, couldn't have been any better!
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
Wonderful Dr very caring
- Reviewed on 10/20/2025
Tremendous
- Reviewed on 10/20/2025
I trust the medical advice from this provider who has treated me in the past, and I have much respect for him.
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
DR METSON WAS OUTSTANDING THAMK YOU
- Reviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr Metson is one of the best doctors I've seen. Everything from his explanation to bedside manner was excellent
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Very knowledgeable and kind
- Reviewed on 9/18/2025
You did a fine job.
- Reviewed on 8/29/2025
I believe that this provider is truly the best in the field. I first saw him 25 years ago. This is Dr. Ralph Metson. He's a great help to me and he saw me just recently and he's extremely helpful. I highly recommend him.
- Reviewed on 8/29/2025
Very Professional
- Reviewed on 8/28/2025
excellent
- Reviewed on 8/28/2025
I thought I had a fair level of knowledge of what was going on with my sinuses, but I was further educated and reassured that I was in good hands and that was a good experience.
- Reviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr. Metson always takes his time explains everything and makes me feel at ease. I wish every Doctor could be as smart as well as kind and considerate. Dr. Metson is the best and I am lucks he is my provider.
- Reviewed on 8/29/2025
Dr Metson took the time to listen to me - very personable and professional. Dr Metson's Fellow was also excellent.
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
Dr. Metson is an exceptional doctor! He has helped me tremendously over the years, and is such a wonderful person to boot! A+++++++++ in every imaginable way! He even fit me in to his super busy schedule, and gave superb advice, as always! I'm so grateful he's my doctor!!!
- Reviewed on 7/25/2025
I implicitly trust Dr. Metson. He is very compassionate surgeon, period. He is a master at his craft, period.
- Reviewed on 7/23/2025
I trust him with my life
- Reviewed on 6/30/2025
Dr. Metson is an outstanding physician. He is caring, kind, patient, and listens carefully. He is one of the very best doctors I have encountered.
- Reviewed on 6/30/2025
Very thorough and knowledgeable
- Reviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr Metson is very thorough, explains things well and has a personality that exudes confidence and caring. His clinical assistant is also top notch.
- Reviewed on 6/20/2025
The experience was excellent.
- Reviewed on 6/11/2025
I felt very comfortable talking to the doctor and I felt like I was in good hands and I was waiting for my appointment for the operation.
- Reviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr. Metson is absolutely amazing. I met him about 35, 36 years ago. I've met almost every one of his fellows. He knows everything about me. He actually, I truly believe, saved my life when I went into him after I would call him a butcher from another hospital, messed up my sinuses so badly. I had gotten meningitis and almost died. He sees me. I've had seven surgeries. The last two have been in his office with the balloon. He's up to date on all procedures. He's the kindest man I've ever met. And I would give him a 10 out of 10 or if there was a higher score as he's so intelligent. And as I say, I'm here today because of Ralph Metson.
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr. Metson is the consummate caring professional
- Reviewed on 6/4/2025
Everything was excellent