A Brigham and Women's Hospital doctor died Tuesday evening after he was shot twice earlier in the day.
Dr. Michael Davidson was left with life-threatening injuries after the Tuesday morning shooting and went into surgery. He later died, Boston police said.
His killer died at the scene of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said. Stephen Pasceri, 55, taken issue with prior treatment of his mother at the hospital, the Boston Globe reported.
Police Commissioner William Evans said Pasceri came in to the hospital asking for the specific doctor. The shooting took place inside the Shapiro building, where the cardiovascular unit is located.
"There has been a shooting in the Shapiro building, and the suspect has been apprehended," Brigham And Women's Hospital said in a statement. "The Shapiro center has been locked down, and all staff are asked to remain in place."
Davidson was a cardiac surgeon at the hospital.
@bostonpolice confirm: Dr. Michael Davidson has died after being shot at Brigham and Women's Hospital. @ABC6
Dr. Michael Davidson lived in Wellesley, is married and father to 3 children. Came to @BrighamWomens in 2001 after working at Duke Medical
As word of his death spread, many offered condolences for his family and coworkers.
Rest in peace Dr. Michael Davidson; a terrible loss for our DFCI/BWH community #boston
My heart is broken. RIP Dr. Michael J. Davidson. #prayforboston #bwhstrong my thoughts & prayers are with his family, friends & BWH staff.
God Bless Dr. Michael J. Davidson & RIP...my love to my Brigham family and Dr. Davidson's. A hero who saved thousands of lives. #Brigham
RIP Dr. Michael Davidson of @BrighamWomens Hospital. Tireless advocate for his patients when I worked with him.