Robert Burke

Robert Burke is a highly experienced Physician Assistant specializing in cardiac surgery and addiction medicine. Currently serving as a Staff Physician Assistant in Outpatient Addiction Medicine at CleanSlate Centers since April 2025, Robert previously held significant roles at notable healthcare institutions. Notably, Robert was a Surgical Physician Assistant at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham from January 2017 to August 2024 and served as the Clinical Coordinator for Cardiac Surgery at UMass Memorial Medical Center from April 2015 to August 2024, overseeing a large division of open heart surgeries. Additional experience includes roles as Chief Surgical Administrative PA at MetroWest Medical Center and Chief PA for Cardiovascular Surgery & Medicine at Landmark Medical Center, contributing to the launch of its cardiac surgery program. Robert's career began at Tufts Medical Center and St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, providing care in both pediatric and adult cardiac surgery. Educational achievements include a Physician Assistant degree from Northeastern University and a Bachelor of Arts in Pre-Med/Biology from the College of the Holy Cross.