
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Massachusetts General Gastroenterology Clinic
- 52 Second Avenue, Blue Building, Suite 3100, Waltham, MA 02451
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-726-2426
- fax: 781-724-5996
- Massachusetts General Gastroenterology Associates
- 55 Fruit Street, Building 5, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-726-2426
- fax: 617-724-5997
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Washington Medical Center, Gastroenterology, 1985
- Residency: Yale New Haven Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1983
- Medical Education: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1980
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1985
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1983
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
- 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
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
98 ratings, 49 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
Yes, Dr. Botoman, I have met with him several times in the last year and a half, and I think he's an excellent doctor. And I'm very blessed to have him as a doctor, and I would highly recommend him to any patients. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
I'm very happy to see Dr Botoman. He knows me well, and explains everything well. I feel very confident that he knows what is best for me.
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr Botoman is one in a milion. His deep understanding of complex GI issues has literally saved my life. His compassionate demeanor and willingness to share information is unparalleled. I would highly recommend Dr. Botoman.
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
Very kind,listens carefully
- Reviewed on 1/16/2026
Dr. Botoman was terrific in all ways. He was sensitive. He understood a larger picture. He was able to give a lot of himself to his interview and kept waiting to a minimum. He is kind and empathic and we look forward to working with him further in the future.
- Reviewed on 1/15/2026
The provider was first doctor that looked at all the tests, medications even though they were out of his main area of practice. All the issues were probably due to one issue which needed to be addressed to prevent further complications. My daughter was with me and she was very impressed with the provider.
- Reviewed on 1/12/2026
Excellent
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Botoman is the Best .
- Reviewed on 12/4/2025
Outstanding specialist. Very thorough and thoughtful about my disease and it's complications
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
excellent MD
- Reviewed on 11/24/2025
This physician is one of the most attentive, knowledgeable, great listener, knows the history of my illness. Excellent educator, teacher, comprehensive...he is one of thee best clinicians I have ever encountered. It's thanks to him that the quality of my life has changed significantly. MGH is lucky to have him.
- Reviewed on 11/24/2025
Dr. Botoman is a kind, knowledgeable, caring provider. Clearly a gifted physician who quickly assessed my husband's long term GI issues along with his many comorbidities, provided us with a diagnosis, plan of care, simple lifestyle changes, and two OTC medication changes that should improve his quality of life. It is exactly what I was hoping would be the result of this visit! I am grateful for the opportunity to meet with Dr Botoman thanks to the triage group's referral! Please share my thanks with Dr Botoman!
- Reviewed on 11/14/2025
Oh my God, I love Dr. Botoman. I have been looking for over four years to find out what was wrong with me and [redacted] Dr. Bottoman did everything that he could to figure it out and did figure it out. And I'm so grateful to him and the whole staff there at Mass General. I mean, I can't, I say his name to everybody. If you want a good doctor, Dr. Botoman's the one. [redacted] it's unbelievably fulfilling to know that somebody listens, somebody cares, and somebody's willing to help me feel and get better. Thank you so much. Love you, Dr. Botoman.
- Reviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr Botoman is always respectful and knowledgeable
- Reviewed on 11/5/2025
He is the best gastroenterologist I have ever met!
- Reviewed on 11/4/2025
Very professional and a good listener. He explained everything to me.
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Dr. Botoman was extremely thorough and helpful. One of the most compassionate practitioners I have ever seen. Renewed my faith in medicine as a practice with a purpose of caring for people
- Reviewed on 10/28/2025
Excellent, very knowledgable and caring. Top rate!
- Reviewed on 10/17/2025
Dr. Botoman was very sensitive to my questions, and he answered them appropriately. [redacted] Thank you. Bye-bye.
- Reviewed on 10/17/2025
Dr. Botoman is probably the best doctor I have ever seen solving a problem that I had for two years in about five minutes. And he has made sure that my symptoms have been kept in check, really, really improving the quality of life. I can't possibly say enough good things.
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
He's excellent, one of the best providers I've had in a long list of several dozen He took the time to research, read many referral and other doctors' notes in advance, and understand my situation, even before we met.
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
I thought Dr. Botoman was terrific, seemed to have an incredible knowledge about my particular situation, and so I would highly recommend him. Very likable doctor, very respectful.
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
Dr. Botoman was so attentive and asked me appropriate questions that led to a diagnosis. He explained the issues, ordered additional tests and reached out to me to discuss the results. I am fortunate to have him as my GI doctor.
- Reviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Botoman always listens to any and all concerns. He comes into the appointment totally brief on the situation. I always feel very well taken care of.
- Reviewed on 9/19/2025
I both like and respect Dr. Botoman. He's a very good listener and his recommendations seem to work well. I give him a 10.
- Reviewed on 9/11/2025
After a year's long battle trying to find what my GI issues are - seeing other GI doctors and even ENT's - Dr. Botoman nailed my exact issue - treated me with respect, care, and kindness. He knew everything about me before even entering the room, gave me reading material on my conditions, and provided me with medication and techniques that should begin to make a huge difference so I can get my life back. Thank you, Dr. Botoman. I am more than pleased with the care I received, and I recommend him and Mass General GI to anybody who asks how I was able to solve my condition. God Bless.
- Reviewed on 9/11/2025
Excellent provider
- Reviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr. Botoman possesses a wealth of knowledge about my health issues which he grasped immediately. He was generous with his time, extremely thorough and seemed genuinely concerned about my welfare, offering a myriad of suggestions as well as printed articles in support of a treatment plan.
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr Botoman was terrific.
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr. Botoman listened patiently to all my concerns, explained everything to me and made a plan. I appreciate his kind approach!!
- Reviewed on 8/6/2025
Well read on my history . However he seemed to have already made up his mind about my condition before I entered the room. He was insistent that I listen to him . I found him disrespectful and did not allow me to ask any questions . If I had any they were to be asked on line
- Reviewed on 8/4/2025
Dr. Botoman is very knowledgeable and compassionate about my health issues. He listens to my issues and listens to me. He provides positive feedback and I always feel better after my appointment with him.
- Reviewed on 7/9/2025
He provided me with a treatment plan that I felt positive about.
- Reviewed on 7/9/2025
I have found Dr. Botoman to be very knowledgeable, thoughtful and professional. He offers good advice for any issue I ask about. I also feel comfortable to raise any questions about any problem I have. Thank you Dr. Botoman for a very helpful appointment.
- Reviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. Botoman was so thorough and knowledgeable about my situation. I couldn't have been more pleased with my visit.
- Reviewed on 7/3/2025
Yes, I really enjoyed talking with Dr. Botoman. He has a wealth of knowledge and background which he's eager to share and enthusiasm for what he does in this field, which gives me a lot of confidence. I'm looking forward to ongoing evaluation and some conclusions. Thank you. Bye.
- Reviewed on 6/30/2025
Dr.Botoman is very caring person and always gives me the best advice for my health , I'm blessed to have him as my physician.
- Reviewed on 6/12/2025
Knowledgeable in his field.
- Reviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr Botoman is so knowledgeable and so caring. He gave me my life back. I am so grateful for him as a doctor and as a human being. Such a gentleman and caring person.
- Reviewed on 5/26/2025
Dr. Botoman is caring and compassionate. I am really happy I have him as a specialist.
- Reviewed on 5/21/2025
Very knowledgeable, very diligent, easy to understand, great doctor.
- Reviewed on 5/9/2025
Dr. Botoman is an outstanding physician. He listens and responds in easily understandable terminology. He is extremely thorough, knowledgeable about my history prior to starting our appointments. He offers great advice and is extremely insightful. He follows up on issues and recommends I do the same. Additionally he is very kind, cheerful and caring. I highly recommend him and feel fortunate that he is my gastroenterologist.
- Reviewed on 5/3/2025
Excellent experience except that provider seemed to have already made up his mind about my history and problem and hence was mostly in talking rather than listening mode. I had an issue with a couple of his recommendations, but he didn't give me a chance to explain myself. Overall a fine experience from a fine doctor, but I felt a bit unlistened to and was left a bit uncomfortable with his plan.
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
Great provider. Very informative.
- Reviewed on 4/16/2025
He is an incredible provider . He is attentive, caring , compassionate and unbelievably knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
He was highly professional. He appropriately asked questions, listened, and responded. He was genuinely interested in me and my medical issues and conveyed a sincere determination to find the cause and from that a treatment plan.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Besides clearly explaining everything to me during my visit, he also provided me with easy to understand reading material on a test I'm scheduled for and on the possible diagnosis of my issues and what Rx medication is available along with other written information - all of which I found very informative. I like Dr Botoman very much. He's very thorough.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Dr. Botoman is an exceptional clinician. Thorough, compassionate and knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 4/1/2025
Seems concerned and caring... printing out information concerning the issue and making me feel at ease at the visit