His areas of expertise consist of breast cancer and nipple-sparing mastectomy. He honors Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Coventry, and Humana ChoiceCare Network, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Hughes is a graduate of Dartmouth Medical School and a graduate of Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh's residency program. Distinctions awarded to Dr. Hughes include: Boston Super Doctors; The Global Directory of Who's Who, Boston Top Doctor; and Boston Super Doctors, Key Professiona Media, Incorporated. He offers interpreting services for his patients. He is professionally affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He has an open panel.