{"distribution":{"1":{"rating_count":2,"rating_percentage":1.61,"review_count":1},"2":{"rating_count":0,"rating_percentage":0,"review_count":0},"3":{"rating_count":0,"rating_percentage":0,"review_count":0},"4":{"rating_count":3,"rating_percentage":2.42,"review_count":0},"5":{"rating_count":119,"rating_percentage":95.97,"review_count":45}},"average_rating":"4.9","rating_count":"124","source_url":null,"reviews":[{"body":"He was very thorough, thoughtful and patient in answering my questions. His knowledge and manner gave me a sense of confidence and trust. The sense of urgency along with honesty about my medical situation is appreciated! Thank you Dr. Merkin!","review_date":"2026-08-09"},{"body":"I feel very confident having Dr. Merkin as my health care provider. He is caring and explains everything to me in a calming manner.","review_date":"2026-08-06"},{"body":"I was treated with respect and my questions were answered in detail and so that I could understand the process.","review_date":"2026-07-30"},{"body":"I can't say enough about Dr. Merkin. From the very first day we met, he has always been there for me throughout my cancer battle. No matter how much or how little pain I was in, no matter what happened during my treatment, he was always there, constantly checking in and making sure I was okay. His compassion, dedication, and unwavering support have meant more to me than I can ever put into words. He didn't just treat my cancer he gave me hope when I needed it most. I truly believe that Dr. Merkin saved my life, and as I continue to battle this disease, I know he will continue to be there for me every step of the way. He is the reason I am alive today, and I will always be grateful for everything he has done for me.","review_date":"2026-07-30"},{"body":"Professional, thorough, knowledgeable, respectful, caring, informative and exceptional in all ways!","review_date":"2026-07-28"},{"body":"He did not listen to our concerns and interrupted while I was talking and glanced at his watch several times [redacted]","review_date":"2026-07-27"},{"body":"Very good care, very grateful what they did for me and very helpful and I couldn't have done a better job. I'm happy to say and I was very compromised and they were very helpful and very courteous to me. Thank you.","review_date":"2026-07-17"},{"body":"Great team to work with.","review_date":"2026-07-08"},{"body":"Dr Merkin took place of Dr [redacted] after seeing him for many years i was nervous about transition. Dr Merkin makes you feel comfortable & easy to share concerns. he was extremely knowledgeable about my history & rx would highly recommend","review_date":"2026-07-03"},{"body":"Dr. Merkin presents a warm friendliness as well as professionalism. I have greatly enjoyed working with him on the successful removal of my tumor by immunotherapy.","review_date":"2026-06-21"},{"body":"Everything was perfect","review_date":"2026-06-20"},{"body":"Dr. Ross spent more than hour in listening and explaining all aspects of my disease and future treatment etc. Very patient and friendly to interact with. Extremely satisfied and happy to meet him In future, if required, I would definitely like to consult him only","review_date":"2026-06-10"},{"body":"He was very personable, answered all of my questions and was open to my input into the conversation.","review_date":"2026-06-09"},{"body":"Very satisfied","review_date":"2026-06-09"},{"body":"Very helpful.","review_date":"2026-06-07"},{"body":"Dr made me feel less anxious about my cancer diagnosis","review_date":"2026-06-04"},{"body":"Dr. Merkin was very friendly and made me feel comfortable and also confident in his expertise. He followed up with other doctors as he said he would. He listened and was understanding as to why I would travel all the way to Mass General for treatment. He was also understanding and considerate about the distance traveled and scheduled follow-ups with two doctors on the same day.","review_date":"2026-05-15"},{"body":"Since I've been seeing Dr Merkin he has been very thorough and easy to understand.He has a great demeanor and has always answered all of my question and made me feel at ease with my treatments.","review_date":"2026-05-13"},{"body":"Wonderful provider and we are ever grateful ?","review_date":"2026-05-12"},{"body":"Dr. Merkin and Dr. [redacted] were attentive, thorough and kind. I was most impressed and thankful to be seen.","review_date":"2026-05-06"},{"body":"Smart, easy to talk to, caring and a wonderful Doctor.","review_date":"2026-05-06"},{"body":"Dr Merkin was exceptionally prepared and professional during my appointment. He took time to explain the various options available to treat my condition and listened to my concerns. I highly recommend him to others in need to treatment.","review_date":"2026-04-25"},{"body":"Dr. Merkin was very honest and did his best to find a medication that was safe for me to relieve the pain from my condition. Dr. Merkin helped us better understand my condition and the effect it could have on me moving forward","review_date":"2026-04-21"},{"body":"I was very pleased with the dialogue back-and-forth, which enlightened me as to the potential risks involved with immunotherapy","review_date":"2026-04-14"},{"body":"The entire staff was a credit to the hospital!","review_date":"2026-04-13"},{"body":"Dr Merkin is awesome","review_date":"2026-03-29"},{"body":"very caring and explained everything completely","review_date":"2026-03-29"},{"body":"I genuinely felt like the Dr and staff cared and listened to me. I felt listened to.","review_date":"2026-03-18"},{"body":"It was a very good visit. Dr Merkin was great.","review_date":"2026-03-18"},{"body":"All the doctors and PA's were great. Explained everything very well and answered all my questions.","review_date":"2026-03-15"},{"body":"The best of the best!","review_date":"2026-02-27"},{"body":"I walked in knowing that I had cancer and was terrified..The staff made me more comfortable to face what I'm facing","review_date":"2026-02-26"},{"body":"Extremely satisfied with his friendly and down to earth demeanor. He listens closely to my questions and concerns. Answers my questions so that it's easy to understand. His attitude and genuine concern for my health is gratifying. He is a very knowledgeable professional, and an outstanding doctor in the true sense of the word .","review_date":"2026-01-12"},{"body":"I feel confident about my health plan under his leadership","review_date":"2025-12-31"},{"body":"Outstanding","review_date":"2025-12-24"},{"body":"The experience is very good. Thank you.","review_date":"2025-12-19"},{"body":"I was very satisfied with my visit. The doctor was very concerned, very well educated, explained everything 100%, answered any question I had, and I felt very, very comfortable working with him. I'd recommend him to anybody.","review_date":"2025-11-28"},{"body":"First visit with Dr Merkin. He was prepared, patient and explained thinks thoroughly. I look forward to his treatment.","review_date":"2025-11-16"},{"body":"Yes, this is in reference to Dr. Merkin. I find him very able, very intelligent, very easy to talk with and his explanations are easy to understand and he appears to be very much concerned with my situation. I couldn't recommend him more highly. He's a terrific individual.","review_date":"2025-11-14"},{"body":"Hi, I met with Ross, [redacted], and the entire oncology team at Mass General. I found them all to be very professional, friendly, and informative.","review_date":"2025-11-07"},{"body":"Dr. Merkin is more than a doctor- he is a lifeline, a steady hand through the storm. His care was exceptional-deeply human, profoundly skilled and always reassuring.","review_date":"2025-11-05"},{"body":"It was courteous, friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, great experience overall.","review_date":"2025-10-23"},{"body":"Very friendly, compassionate and eager to help. Very comfortable talking with him as though we long time friends.","review_date":"2025-10-12"},{"body":"Should be located in a more convenient location","review_date":"2025-10-05"},{"body":"This is the best I've received","review_date":"2025-10-02"},{"body":"They addresses ny fear (soon death) excellently","review_date":"2025-10-01"}]}