About Bassem Elhassan, MD

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Locations

Shoulder Service
55 Fruit St.
Yawkey Center for Outpatient Care
Suite 3G
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 617-724-7300

Medical Education

  • MD, American University - Beirut, Faculty of Medicine
  • Residency, University of Illinois at Chicago
  • Fellowship, Massachusetts General Hospital
  • Fellowship, Mayo Clinic Foundation

American Board Certifications

  • Hand Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

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Research

Dr. Elhassan's main research is focused on understanding the anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder. He was able, with the help of his colleagues, to create a state-of-the-art shoulder model to conduct his studies on. This model has helped in the evaluation of the kinematics of the scapula and the scapulothoracic articulation. In addition, it helped determine the effectiveness of different muscle transfers to reconstruct the deficient rotator cuff, in native shoulders as well as in shoulders with reverse shoulder arthroplasty.

Publications

    • Elhassan B, Noureldin M, Kakar S. Proximal Scaphoid Pole Reconstruction Utilizing Ipsilateral Proximal Hamate Autograft. Hand (N Y). 2016 Dec; 11 (4):495-499.
    • Kakar S, Noureldin M, Elhassan B. Ulnar head replacement and sigmoid notch resurfacing arthroplasty with a lateral meniscal allograft: 'calamari procedure'. J Hand Surg Eur Vol. 2017 Jul; 42 (6):567-572.
    • Werthel JD, Bertelli J, Elhassan BT. Shoulder function in patients with deltoid paralysis and intact rotator cuff. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2017 Oct; 103 (6):869-873.
    • Willemot LB, Elhassan BT, Verborgt O. Bony Reconstruction of the Anterior Glenoid Rim. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2018 May 15; 26 (10):e207-e218.
    • Burnier M, Elhassan BT, Sanchez-Sotelo J. Surgical Management of Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: What Works, What Does Not, and What Is Coming. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2019 Sep 4; 101 (17):1603-1612.
    • Tagliero AJ, Bukowski BR, Rose PS, Morrey ME, Elhassan BT, Barlow JD, Wagner ER, Sanchez-Sotelo J, Houdek MT. High incidence of complications associated with shoulder girdle reconstruction utilizing a Stryker proximal humerus cap endoprosthesis following Tikhoff-Linberg resections. Int Orthop. 2020 May 4.
    • Reif T, Schoch B, Spiguel A, Elhassan B, Wright T, Sanchez-Sotelo J, Wilke BK. A retrospective review of revision proximal humeral allograft-prosthetic composite procedures: an analysis of proximal humeral bone stock restoration. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020 Jul; 29 (7):1353-1358 Epub 2020 Feb 12.
    • Elhassan BT, Wagner ER, Kany J. Latissimus dorsi transfer for irreparable subscapularis tear. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020 Oct; 29 (10):2128-2134 Epub 2020 June 09.
    • Elhassan BT, Sanchez-Sotelo J, Wagner ER. Outcome of arthroscopically assisted lower trapezius transfer to reconstruct massive irreparable posterior-superior rotator cuff tears. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020 Oct; 29 (10):2135-2142.
    • Wagner ER, Elhassan BT. Surgical Management of Massive Irreparable Posterosuperior Rotator Cuff Tears: Arthroscopic-Assisted Lower Trapezius Transfer. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med. 2020 Oct; 13 (5):592-604.
    • Ghoraishian M, Stone MA, Elhassan B, Abboud J, Namdari S. Techniques for lower trapezius tendon transfer for the management of irreparable posterosuperior rotator cuff tears. J Orthop. 2020 Nov-Dec; 22:331-335.

Reviews: Comments and Ratings

4.9out of 5(305 Ratings, 128 Comments)

January 2025

The doctor and staff at Mass General shoulder surgery are nothing but outstanding. People very helpful in every way. Would highly recommend Dr. Elhassan and his staff.


January 2025

Dr. Elhassan is extremely compassionate and kind and he listens. I would highly recommend him for surgery to any of my friends or relatives.


January 2025

This was my initial visit with the provider. I felt at ease instantly with this provider. He came in with confidence and professionalism. He listened to my concerns and left me feeling confident that he can help me. Obviously, not without having the necessary tests first to further figure out exactly what is going on. Overall I had a great ... Read More


January 2025

Both doctors (Elhassah and [redacted] were thorough and very informative. They explained the surgical options and provided detailed comparisons.


January 2025

I was seeking guidance concerning two potential surgical procedures and was given information that has made my choice easier to make.


January 2025

Treated with care and professionalism


December 2024

Dr. Elhassan provided exceptional medical care to me on the date of my visit. I traveled from afar to the medical appointment and I was very impressed with the interaction and the knowledge of the provider. I feel comfortable following the medical advice he provided to me.


December 2024

Dr. Elhassan is excellent. He listens carefully to what the issues are and thoughtfully gives you a plan of attack on how to solve them.


December 2024

I am a huge fan! Dr. Elhassan and his staff have been wonderful.


December 2024

Very caring, knowledgeable, did not feel rushed.

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