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Dr. David Shaye, MD

Dr. David Shaye, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. David Shaye, MD is a plastic surgeon in Boston, MA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 2007. He is affiliated with medical facilities Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(617) 523-7900

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shaye is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Shaye is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shaye specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery & Plastic Surgery & Facial Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shaye's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaye

4.8

42 ratings, 35 with a written review
5 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Shirley T – Jan 24, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Brian STACEY – Oct 10, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Karen – Nov 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Prypin – Oct 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brad – Aug 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Matt – Sep 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 09, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 29, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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T Alan Hatton – Sep 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Joseph Chiaramonte – Oct 31, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
HD – Jul 24, 2019
Dr. Shaye's Reply –
Thank you so much for your positive comments!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 11, 2019
Hi, thank you so much for your praise and kind...Read More
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
ME – Nov 02, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lexi in Boston – Jun 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mary Clare McEwing in Boston, MA – May 18, 2018
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Dr. David Shaye is a fellowship-trained facial plastic & reconstructive surgeon at Mass. Eye and Ear. He offers aesthetic & reconstructive surgery for patients.

biography

Dr. David Shaye specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. This includes aesthetic procedures such as a facelift, blepharoplasty, or browlift. Dr. Shaye is experienced in rebuilding all parts of the face from...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Harvard School Of Public Health (graduate, Mph)

    2019

  • University Of Minnesota Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • University Of California At Davis Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2012

  • University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2008

  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Plastic Surgery & Facial Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Dr. Shaye is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Massachusetts Eye and Ear243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Massachusetts General Hospital

      55 Fruit St
      Boston, MA 02114
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      21% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Brigham and Women's Hospital

      75 Francis St
      Boston, MA 02115
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      9% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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