Asif Merchant, MD, FACP, CMD, CPE

A highly qualified Geriatric Medicine and Palliative Care Physician, specializing in Medical Direction, and possessing extensive experience as Chief Medical Officer, CEO, and Entrepreneur, I am committed to delivering top-tier healthcare services to seniors in the Greater Boston Area. My dedication revolves around enhancing both access and quality of healthcare for the elderly.

I obtained my medical education from K J Somaiya Medical College, graduating from Bombay University. Following this, I completed my Internal Medicine residency and Geriatric Medicine fellowship at North Shore University and Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York. Additionally, I pursued a fellowship in Medical Education from Harvard School of Medicine.

I hold Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Geriatric, and Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine. Furthermore, I am a certified medical director (CMD) and a fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP). Currently, I serve as the Chief of Geriatrics and Extended Care Network at Newton Wellesley Hospital, showcasing my leadership and expertise in the field. Moreover, I am honored to hold the position of Chair of the Geriatrics Committee at the Massachusetts Medical Society, further contributing to the advancement of geriatric care in the region.