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Samuel Zachary Goldhaber

Samuel Zachary Goldhaber, MD

Cardiology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Brigham and Women's Vascular Medicine at the Watkins Cardiovascular Clinic

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Peter Bent Brigham Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Cardiology, 1982
  • Residency: Peter Bent Brigham Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Internal Medicine, 1979
  • Residency: West Roxbury Veterans Administration Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1979
  • Medical Education: Harvard Medical School, 1976

Board Certifications

  • Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1983
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1979

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
  • 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

224 ratings, 114 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    Dr Goldhaber is very courteous and knowledgeable and takes the time to answer all questions and concerns

  • Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Dr Goldhaber is profession, thorough and everything I expect from my clinical provider.

  • Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr Goldhaber is a wonderful, empathic Doctor. I feel I am getting the very best care.

  • Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    Dr. Goldhaber is the best. He was super attentive, thoughtful, patient, and articulate. His knowledge of the related field is impressive. Highest marks possible.

  • Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    Dr. Goldhaber has been my cardiologist now for over 20 years and he knows me very well and we stay on top of everything and I feel free to call him whenever I have an issue and he always gets back to me and we have a good relationship in that respect and he certainly has a lot of background, a lot of knowledge in the cardiology field and I have a lot of respect for him and I enjoy meeting with him because I think that he's very helpful with managing whatever he thinks that I need to do.

  • Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    Dr Goldhaber is so knowledge and kind I am so fortunate to have him as my physician.

  • Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    Excellent MD

  • Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    He was extremely thorough and explained everything very well. He was patient and kind. I was very impressed with the visit and how organized he was. I will be looking forward to Dr Goldhaber treatment plan.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr Goldhaber is certainly one if the finest. He listened, explained his ideas and together we came up with a plan and then he reviewed the plan. There aren't many who exhibit this behaviour. He has the bedside manner of a traditional physician yet he is well versed on current research and issues. I Am thoroughly impressed.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    care provided was excellent

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Sam Goldhaber is the most compassionate and knowledgeable cardiologist that I have ever seen.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr. Goldhaber is an outstanding cardiologist

  • Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Dr Goldhaber was great and answered all my questions.

  • Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Dr. Goldhaber is an exceptional doctor, I trust my life with him.

  • Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    The best doctor experience I've had in many many years. Thorough and attentive.

  • Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    Good experience

  • Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    I've been seeing Dr. Goldhaber for many years. He is an excellent doctor and I highly recommend him. He is very thorough, very thoughtful, very careful and a great person to work with. Really enjoy seeing him, really enjoy speaking with him. He is a great, excellent provider.

  • Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    Great doctor

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    He was excellent!

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Dr Goldhaber is loved by me and all the staff who work with him. He is special!!!!!!!

  • Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber has great experience and knowledge. He provides wonderful care. I've been a patient of Dr. Goldhaber's for many years and appreciate all of his help and care providing positive outcomes.

  • Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    ABSO;UTELY THE BEST !

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Waiting to see this provider.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Excellent care and communication.

  • Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is one of the most empathetic, personable and knowledgeable medical professionals I have ever met.

  • Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Dr Goldhaber was incredible. After seeing hematology, pulmonology, three different cardiologists and numerous other providers, Dr Goldhaber gave me some answers I had been looking for all along. He even said he would look into some things for me to give me a more definite answer. He was amazing and so kind!

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Best MD ever-kind and caring!

  • Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber was extremely personable and reassuring as well as extremely knowledgeable about my case. I felt fortunate to have been assigned to him.

  • Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Yes, hi, I know Dr. Samuel Goldhaber for 20 years. He's a very wonderful, caring, compassionate doctor who understands my medical issues and is very sympathetic. So yes, definitely I would recommend him.

  • Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    I have seen many, many, many, doctors over the 10 past years and have specialists. This is probably one of the best doctors I have seen. He was caring, he was thorough, he made sure I understood everything. Above all, he was a gentleman who showed respect for his patience which is difficult to find especially in this maze of a "Modern" healthcare system.

  • Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    He is a remarkable physician and I am blessed to have him as my doctor.

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Dr Goldhaber considers the whole patient, not just the heart. He takes time to understand the patient. I asked him very direct questions about my health and he answered carefully and I believe completely. His prescriptions have improved my test results significantly and hopefully my long term health.

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Although it took a long time to get an appointment, it was worth the wait. The doctor was excellent!! I'm so happy that we have a game plan for next steps. I really appreciated the time he spent with me and he explained everything perfectly. He even printed out helpful articles for me. Doctor G. was great

  • Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    He has been an advocate for my care for over 10 years. He integrated the cardiac aspect of my care with those of my oncology and shared his notes with my other doctors so everyone would be well aware of my total care.

  • Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Hi, Dr. Goldhaber has been my doctor since I met him in the emergency room of Brigham's and Women's in 2005 due to a pulmonary embolism. I have seen him ever since then. I could not have a better cardiopulmonary doctor on this planet. We have grown 22 years together and he is exemplary and I want to state that he is thorough and even during treatment at Dana-Farber, he picked up things that needed to be addressed and he was, it was him that I got the call to come back to Brigham's and Women's Hospital because I was sent home from the emergency room with a pulmonary embolism. So I want to state that he is an exemplary doctor. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is world class. So thankful to have had him as my attending cardiologist when I had my first cardiac event in [redacted]. 11 years of beyond exceptional care for me and my family. Thank you Dr. Goldhaber!

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Thoroughly prepared, read my medical file in detail, strong commitment to help me with my medical issues. Great communicator.

  • Reviewed on 11/9/2025

    always excellent

  • Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Everyone I interacted with was exceptional. You are very well represented by dr Goldhaber and his nurse [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    As always my experience was very professional and satisfactory.

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    He is the best! He kept my Mom alive until [redacted] years old!! He is our family doctor and we consider him a friend. We are so thankful for Dr. Goldhaber for his expert care.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    A rating of 10 is still not high enough for Dr. Goldhaber. He is an amazing physician and I am grateful to have him as my doctor.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr Goldhaber is an outstanding clinician and his humanity and kindness match his medical expertise.

  • Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    The doctor was extremely thorough and knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is clearly an expert in the field of DVTs. I've been seeing him for years. I hear from others that he is the probably world expert in it, but given that, he still takes the time and has a thorough exam. It does not feel rushed, and I appreciate that. He listens, talks to you about everything, speaks in general terms, so a very good provider as far as all the doctors that I see.

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber was there before I was. Started appointment immediately and was polite and professional.

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    He was the most prepared, kind, caring, thorough provider I have ever met with! None like him around anymore...

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Outstanding

  • Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Great experience

  • Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Dr Goldhaber is an excellent practitioner! I am very fortunate to have him as my physician.

  • Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    The doctor was so great at speaking directly to me and my daughter. He covered all of the prescriptions that I take making sure the doctor and myself were on the same needs

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    He was exceptionally good

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    Everyone there including the receptionist, nurses, doctors, phlebotomist were kind, professional and thorough. Best experience imaginable. Thank you!

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    The Doctor was and as always very easy to chat with. He throughly went through my records.

  • Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber reviewed my medical file the night before my appointment and made notes with questions he had for me. He wrote a letter that was sent to all my providers with his observations and recommendations. He made personal referrals of necessary medical providers and facilitated appointments being scheduled. He has consulted with other providers relative to my cardiovascular care.

  • Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    I am delighted and grateful, Dr Samuel Goldhaber is a dedicated vascular/cardiologist, who has provided excellent treatment, education and encouragement to me as his patient. He obviously reviewed my complex medical history and subsequently partnered with me to guide my health choice. He is easily engaged, explains medical diagnoses and treatment options in a manner I could understand. I highly recommend him and would recommend him my family and friends.

  • Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Poor clinical follow up for appointments and medicines

  • Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Excellent in all respects. So impressed with Dr Goldhaber.

  • Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Dr Goldhaber is a caring, thoughtful, experienced doctor. He listened to my concerns and questions and took time to clarify. He had very helpful suggestions and a well thought out plan for the short term and a follow up in six months and a year. Lastly he confirmed he could be reached through the app if there were any concerns or questions. He has always replied quickly in the past. Thanks

  • Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Sam Goldhaber is one of the finest medical providers I have ever met. I recommended my wife to his care. That should say it all. And my wife has been grateful for his care and attention to her overall health. His attention to the details is outstanding. He clearly had carefully reviewed my medical file before he greeted me in the exam room. ( He picked up a minute detail mistake in my meds history.

  • Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Excellent and so kind

  • Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    He was very, he was very caring about my heart and my condition. And he was a very nice man. I have two of them, but this was the older one. And he was nice. He took me out and made sure I got all my appointments with the receptionist. Okay. Thank you. you.

  • Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    He is the best Dr Goldhaber.

  • Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Dr goldhaber has been my doctor for over 20 years. He is always respectful to my questions. Explain thinks extremely well. He never makes me feel rushed. I appreciate having him as my doctor.

  • Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber was excellent. He spent much more time with me than I ever expected. I feel that someone is finally listening and trying to get to the bottom of my situation. He reviewed the chart the night before so thoroughly, that he actually reached out to the Radiology Department for consultation. I have never had that happen. I am so happy I saw him. I feel very confident he will help me.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Thank you

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr Goldhaber is a compassionate, thorough, and well-versed provider of medical care. I am fortunate to be his patient.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is the most thorough, kind and patient provider I have ever seen.

  • Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber cared about medical ? I had and I never felt rushed. He was concerned about my wellbeing. He read my medical history before my appointment so he was up to date on my Health.

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Dr Goldhaber is awesome. He has a calm demeanor. He explains everything thoroughly. He is patient and kind. He's one of the nicest doctors that I ever met.

  • Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    very fine, covered all aspects of my situation

  • Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber does not need any comments from me. He is superb!

  • Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Great doctor. An expert in his field. We had a good visit and I always get a lot out of these visits with Dr. Sameule Goldhaber.

  • Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Always professional and thorough

  • Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    great Dr and technician for EKG,

  • Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Always thorough

  • Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber was particularly aware of my situation and went out of his way to make sure that the referrals and other testing I needed were taken care of in a very timely manner. He spent extra time with us and has been the kind of doctor you would hope to find. We most appreciate his treatment and friendship.

  • Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    It was good. Dr always explains everything well

  • Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Although it has been a while since I saw Dr G, he was well acquainted with my history. He planned follow up appointments and escorted me to the appropriate desk after our consultation. I have every faith in Dr G's treatment.

  • Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    He is excellent I knew he had looked at my file prior to my visit. We had a very thorough discussion and he has a sincere interest from my well-being.

  • Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    dr goldhaber is a true professional. took a long time with me to explain my situation and made sure i understood my options. he was unfailingly polite and is obviously brilliant.

  • Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr. Samuel Goldhaber has been our doctor for years and there are no words to explain how much our family treasures his care.

  • Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is a wonderful physician. I have completed faith in his knowledge and judgment. I feel very safe under his care.

  • Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Very satisfied with all concerned

  • Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Sam Goldhaber is the doctor we all hope to have, Sam listens to his patients and is always teaching the staff he interacts with. He leads with kindness and assurance , I think of doctor Goldhaber as a terrific cardiologist and someone I always look forward to seeing. I know that he is always acting in my best interests because he listens to my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    No comment, all was a provider can offer satisfactorily

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is great

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Great staff and concern thanks

  • Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    I have been seeing Dr. Goldhaber for 39 years and he is the best.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    He was well prepared for my appointment and gave me thorough explanations of my diagnoses.

  • Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is a Brigham and Women's treasure.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Dr. Gold;haber is a caring provider who walks into the room prepared to spend time with his patintss. He reviews my record before hand and has questions regarding my current health concerns. I am comfortable with his style and appreciate his concerns.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber has been my cardiologist for over 10 years (since we moved into the area) and he has been great. He is thorough - I've had 3 echocardiograms based on my family history of an aortic aneurysm - I will be scheduled for an abdominal echo shortly. Dr. Goldhaber worked me through the need for a pacemaker for my bradycardia. I'm glad Dr. Goldhaber is my cardiologist.

  • Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Wonderful. Dr. Goldhaber and his staff are invariably superb in every respect.

  • Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Thus visit was a superb experience. Thank you BWH & Dr. Goldhaber.

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    Very pleasant and Very thorough. He makes sure you understand what is going on and gives recommendations

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Excellent thoughtful care

  • Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber and his team is the best!

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is such a gentleman, explained everything in such a way that I could understand, showed me pictures on the computer of what my echocardiogram showed. He was kind, extremely knowledgeable and very professional and personable. I would HIGHLY refer Dr. Goldhaber to others.

  • Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Dr Goldhaber is wonderful. He has treated my wife for over 30:years and me for nearly 10. He has always been attentive, knowledgable, insightful and kind. We have the highest respect for him.

  • Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    The doctor was very thorough, very thoughtful, very understanding, spent plenty of time explaining things, and I was very, very comfortable with him. And I'm very happy that I picked this doctor. I couldn't have picked a better doctor, and I appreciate what he's doing for me.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    One of the best providers I have seen! He was very thorough and cared about all my needs and concerns. I would recommend him to anyone.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    I was happy with my experience. .

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber takes the time to listen and explain everything. He is kind and looking for the best results for his patients.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber is so thorough. Even though it was a virtual call it was the same as if I was sitting in his office. He explained things so that they are easy to understand. You can easily see why he's the best!

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    As a patient of Dr. Goldhaber's I feel confident my best interests are in the forefront of his mind.

  • Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    The Dr. was very thorough and knowledgeable in every aspect. Interested in me and provided excellent care.

  • Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    He's the best

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    Extremely thorough, precise, kind

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Dr. Goldhaber has always been wonderful to me.

  • Reviewed on 4/11/2025

    Dr. GOLDHABER is the best doctor

  • Reviewed on 3/30/2025

    It is a pleasure to see dr GOLDHABER , my cardiologist. He always goes above and beyond to make sure that I am fine

  • Reviewed on 3/29/2025

    Dr Goldhaber is one of the best physicians I've ever been in contact with !!!