Eleni M. Rettig
Expertise in
1
conditions

Dr. Eleni M. Rettig

General Surgery
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Head And Neck Cancer Treatment Center
450 Brookline Avenue, 
Boston, MA 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Head And Neck Cancer Treatment Center
450 Brookline Avenue, 
Boston, MA 

Overview

Dr. Eleni Rettig is a head and neck surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at Harvard Medical School. She specializes in the surgical treatment of head and neck cancers, salivary gland tumors, cutaneous malignancies, and thyroid and parathyroid tumors; transoral robotic surgery for oropharynx cancers; and microvascular reconstruction of the head and neck. As part of the Dana-Farber Head and Neck Cancer Treatment Center, she works within a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive cancer care. Dr. Rettig’s research interests include human papillomavirus-positive oropharynx cancer, head and neck cancer epidemiology, and health-related quality of life among head and neck cancer patients.Dr. Rettig is a graduate of Yale University and received her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. She completed residency training in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Johns Hopkins followed by a fellowship in Advanced Head and Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Rettig is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Salivary Gland Tumors, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy.

Dr. Rettig is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery and American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 82 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Rettig is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Otolaryngology in MN

Board Certifications

Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery

Fellowships

Mayo Clinic

Hospital Affiliations

Brigham And Women Faulkner Hospital
Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Brigham And Women's Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Health New England
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Senior Whole Health
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Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Head and Neck Cancer Treatment Center
450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
Other Locations
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Division of Otolaryngology
45 Francis Street, Asb2-2, Boston, MA 02115
Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Rettig has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Thyroid Cancer
Salivary Gland Tumors

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

82 Total Publications

Circulating Tumor DNA in Head and Neck Cancer: A Review From the American Head and Neck Society.
Circulating Tumor DNA in Head and Neck Cancer: A Review From the American Head and Neck Society.
Journal: JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery
Published: July 30, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eleni M. Rettig

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eleni M. Rettig?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Eleni M. Rettig by calling their office at 617-525-6500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Eleni M. Rettig a top-rated expert for Salivary Gland Tumors?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eleni M. Rettig is classified as an Advanced expert for Salivary Gland Tumors, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Eleni M. Rettig specialize in?

While Dr. Eleni M. Rettig is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Salivary Gland Tumors, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, and Gastrostomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Eleni M. Rettig participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Eleni M. Rettig has published 82 articles and abstracts on conditions like Salivary Gland Tumors. You can view a list of Dr. Eleni M. Rettig's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Eleni M. Rettig accept my insurance?

Dr. Eleni M. Rettig accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-525-6500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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