About Antonia Kreso, MD
Antonia Kreso, MD, PhD, is a cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in cardiovascular (heart) disease. Her clinical practice is primarily devoted to the treatment of heart disease related to the heart’s blood vessels and valves. She also specializes in end stage heart and lung disease.
Dr. Kreso’s research and clinical interests involve (1) studying how age-acquired mutations shape cardiovascular health and (2) women’s cardiovascular health.
Dr. Kreso received her medical degree from the University of Toronto. She completed both her general surgery and cardiac surgery training at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Departments, Centers, & Programs:
Clinical Interests:
- Aortic Arch Surgery
- Aortic Disease
- Aortic Root Replacement
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
- Heart Transplant
- Maze Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation or Atrial Flutter
- Valve Surgery
- Ventricular assist devices
Treats:
- Adult
Locations
Mass General Heart Center: Cardiac Surgery
55 Fruit St.
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 617-643-6058
Medical Education
- MD, University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
- Residency, Massachusetts General Hospital
- Residency, Massachusetts General Hospital
American Board Certifications
- Surgery, General, American Board of Surgery
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery, American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Accepted Insurance Plans
- 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 ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
Note: This provider may accept more insurance plans than shown; please call the practice to find out if your plan is accepted.
Dr Kreso was terrific. She listened carefully to my questions and concerns. She answered all of them for me and provided me with additional information about my heart condition.
I was extremely happy with Dr. Kreso.
My husband and I couldn't stop talking about the amazing staff! The receptionist, nurse practitioner, and surgeon were so kind and caring. The NP was very friendly and thorough. The surgeon was amazing. I don't think we have ever encountered a more caring, thoughtful, and kind doctor. She took the time to explain everything and to answer all of ... Read More
very helpful
Well prepared, thorough, speaks so I can understand, involved my wife and answered her concerns, set a clear path for next steps Can't say enough about our visit. [redacted]
I thoroughly enjoyed my meeting with Dr. Kreso to discuss my diagnosis and impending surgery. She had clearly prepared for our meeting carefully. She listened to my concerns, answered my question clearly. Dr. Kreso had already lined up a cardiologist for me to see. Finally, he sent thorough and clear follow-up notes within 24 hours. Because my ... Read More
The provider was excellent and the appointment met all of our expectations.
Caring, friendly, confidence-inspiring.
Dr. Kreso, was very professional. I was very comfortable being in her care.
The doctor was absolutely amazing. Myself and the people that were with me were so impressed. I would love to have her for my surgeon doctor. She was wonderful. Thank you very much.