MetroWest Healthcare Alliance

Physician Independence
Strong Support
Community Care

MetroWest Healthcare Alliance (MWHCA) is a not-for-profit physician organization serving communities across the greater MetroWest region of Massachusetts, from the Boroughs and Worcester to Chestnut Hill and the Rhode Island border. Alliance is primarily made up of independent physicians and practices that have chosen to remain independent while working together to better serve patients and communities. MWHCA is committed to supporting local care, improving population health, and helping providers succeed in a value-based healthcare environment.

A diverse group of physicians in white coats smiling together

Founded in 1997 by independent, like-minded physicians in private practice, MetroWest Healthcare Alliance (MWHCA) has evolved into a dynamic and inclusive organization that embraces all providers, including independent physicians, employed physicians, and advanced care providers. Our commitment to physician independence and autonomy now extends to all who share our mission and vision.

At MWHCA, our tradition of referring patients to experienced specialists within our Physician Organization (PO) remains a cornerstone of our commitment to exceptional patient care. We foster a sense of community among our PCPs and specialists, promoting seamless collaboration and enhancing the well-being of our patients. Our private specialist network includes a wide range of disciplines, from dermatology, nephrology to orthopedics, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, ob/gyn, allergy, addiction medicine and pain, infectious disease, podiatry and surgical subspecialties such as ENT, bariatrics, plastics and neurosurgery. This diversity of expertise ensures that our patients receive comprehensive, top-quality care tailored to their unique needs.

Physician consulting with and supporting a patient in a clinic

MWHCA takes pride in its membership in the Tufts Medicine Integrated Network (TMIN), a distinctively different population health enterprise and value-based care contracting entity. Our partnership extends to local Tufts Community Specialists, including the Tufts Medicine Cancer Center-Framingham and the Heart Center of MetroWest. We collaborate with a variety of other Tufts Community-based specialty providers such as: pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, rheumatology, ensuring that our patients have access to a comprehensive range of specialty and high-level critical care services right in their community.

Healthcare providers at MetroWest Medical Center

For advanced care needs, our patients can conveniently access services nearby at MetroWest Medical Center. Additionally, we offer tertiary referrals to Tufts Medical Center in downtown Boston and have an affiliation with Boston Children’s Hospital, ensuring that our patients receive comprehensive and top-quality healthcare services whenever needed.

Testimonials

"We're an organization where your voice will be heard if you're willing to speak."

— Jay Krasner, MD

"Being part of the MetroWest Healthcare Alliance has been a truly rewarding experience. Working with such a dedicated and supportive team has made a tremendous difference as I continue building and launching my independent practice. The collaboration, encouragement, and shared commitment to quality patient care have given me confidence and reassurance throughout this journey. I’m deeply grateful for the Alliance’s partnership and for the sense of community it brings to providers like myself."

— Suellen Duque, DNP

"Working with the Metrowest Healthcare Alliance has been a truly positive experience. Their team goes above and beyond to support healthcare providers in our community, always responding promptly and thoroughly to any questions and concerns. Their professionalism, knowledge, and commitment to excellent service make them an invaluable partner in delivering quality patient care. "

— Steven Yood, MD

"We had the pleasure of meeting Krystin and Amanda from MetroWest Healthcare Alliance this summer as we began to open our brand new Retina office in Hopedale. From the start, they have been incredibly informative, attentive, and always available. As someone who is starting a private practice from scratch and depending on an office manager who is new to her role, their support has been invaluable. Krystin and Amanda have guided us through this entirely new administrative landscape with frequent check-ins, reference materials, payor challenges, important connections and sometimes just a friendly ear and an encouraging conversation!"

— Mark Barsamian, DO

"As an interventional pain physician and founder of Integrity Pain and Spine Care in Natick, I’ve found the MetroWest HealthCare Alliance to be a remarkably supportive and collaborative community of local physicians. It has provided a space to connect meaningfully with primary care doctors and specialists who share a commitment to improving access and quality of care for patients across our region.

Being part of the MetroWest HealthCare Alliance has been both professionally enriching and personally rewarding, and I truly appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with such a dedicated group of colleagues working to strengthen healthcare in our community.

I’m especially grateful to the Alliance leadership for their dedication, organization, and genuine effort in bringing together so many clinicians with a shared purpose. Their work has created an environment where open dialogue, learning, and professional growth can thrive."

— David Garas, MD

"Joining Metrowest Health Alliance has been one of the best decisions for our practice. Over the years, they have been incredibly helpful in making the transition into the alliance seamless and stress-free. What truly sets them apart is their personable approach — they have a genuine, family-like feel that is so important for a small practice like ours.

The staff is always responsive and just a text or call away. They consistently answer right away, and even if they don’t have an immediate solution, they are proactive in finding the right answer and resolving issues quickly. Their dedication and support make us feel truly valued and cared for.

I am so happy and grateful to be part of the Metrowest Health Alliance. They have exceeded my expectations in every way, and I highly recommend them to any practice looking for a supportive, responsive, and community-oriented partner."

— Zainab Nawab, MD