Dr. Maria Clarinda Buencamino-FranciscoMD, CCD, MSCP
Internal Medicine
at Concierge Medicine of the South Shore — Hingham, MA
About
Dr. Maria Clarinda Buencamino-Francisco, known affectionately as Dr. B, founded Concierge Medicine of the South Shore in Hingham, MA. Her path to medicine traces back to her grandfather, an OB-GYN who sparked her interest in healing and patient relationships. She earned her BS in Biology and Doctor of Medicine degrees from the University of Santo Tomas, both with Magna Cum Laude honors. She then completed her internship, residency, and a Women's Health Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Buencamino-Francisco holds board certification in Internal Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also holds the Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) credential and a Certified Clinical Densitometrist (CCD) designation. She is passionate about perimenopause and menopause management, cardiovascular prevention in women, metabolic health, and bone density. She currently chairs the Board of Directors of the Philippine Medical Association of New England. A woman of color herself, she approaches every patient encounter with cultural sensitivity and a commitment to shared decision-making. In February 2026, she participated in a medical mission at Barangay Bankas Heights, Davao City, Philippines, where she received a certificate of appreciation from local community officials.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Santo Tomas, BS Biology, Magna Cum Laude (1995–1998)
Medical School
University of Santo Tomas, Doctor of Medicine, Magna Cum Laude (1999–2002)
Residency
Cleveland Clinic, Internal Medicine Residency (2006–2008)
Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic, Women's Health Fellowship (2008–2009)
Additional Training
University of Santo Tomas, Internship (2002–2003); Cleveland Clinic, Internship (2005–2006)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Buencamino-Francisco right for?
Dr. Buencamino-Francisco is a strong fit for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, or hormone therapy decisions. Patients focused on cardiovascular prevention, metabolic health, or bone density will benefit from her specialized credentials. She also serves as a primary care physician for men and women seeking thorough preventive and chronic disease management. Adults ages 18 to 25 who want an engaged, relationship-driven doctor will find dedicated support and special pricing. Patients who value cultural sensitivity and direct communication with their physician will feel at home in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Buencamino-Francisco specializes in perimenopause, menopause, and hormone therapy, with additional depth in cardiovascular prevention in women, metabolic health, and bone density. She also manages chronic diseases and delivers comprehensive preventive care for men and women. Her Menopause Society Certified Practitioner credential and Certified Clinical Densitometrist designation reflect her focused expertise in women's health.
Yes, Dr. Buencamino-Francisco holds board certification in Internal Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine, active since 2008. She also holds the Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) credential and the Certified Clinical Densitometrist (CCD) designation. These credentials reflect her training across internal medicine, women's health, and bone health.
Dr. Buencamino-Francisco earned her BS in Biology and her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Santo Tomas, both with Magna Cum Laude honors. She then completed her internship, residency, and a Women's Health Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. That fellowship shaped her expertise in perimenopause, menopause, and hormone management.
Yes, Dr. Buencamino-Francisco welcomes men and women at all life stages as primary care patients. Her women's health expertise does not limit her practice to female patients. She delivers full-scope primary care, preventive medicine, and chronic disease management to all members.
Dr. Buencamino-Francisco places shared decision-making at the center of every patient encounter. She brings cultural sensitivity to her work, informed by her own experience as a woman of color. Patients participate actively in their care plans, and she takes time during 60-minute appointments to ensure they understand their options.
Dr. Buencamino-Francisco offers several advanced diagnostic tools, including the Galleri Multi-Cancer Early Detection Test, the KBMO Food Inflammation Test, and cuffless 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring. She also performs Breast Cancer Risk Assessment using the Tyrer-Cuzick model. These tools support her preventive approach to care.
Dr. Buencamino-Francisco currently chairs the Board of Directors of the Philippine Medical Association of New England. She also participated in a medical mission in Davao City, Philippines in February 2026, where community officials recognized her service with a certificate of appreciation.
Yes, Dr. Buencamino-Francisco offers a Women's Health Membership at $2,500 per year for patients who have an existing primary care physician. This membership covers women's health needs including menopause and perimenopause care. She also offers single specialty consults at $550 per visit for menopause support, sexual health, or second opinions.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026