Summary

Dr. Michael Jaklitsch specializes in oncology and surgical oncology, bringing four decades of experience to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at the University of Alabama Hospital. Dr. Jaklitsch pursued fellowship training at the University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinics, further developing his expertise in complex surgical procedures. He holds certifications in both surgery and thoracic surgery from the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery, and he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Jaklitsch practices at several prestigious locations, including Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Brigham and Women's Surgical Associates at South Shore Hospital in Boston and East Weymouth, Massachusetts. His clinical expertise focuses on treating conditions such as lung cancer, pulmonary nodules, and COPD with comorbidities. He performs various procedures including chest imaging studies and coordinates physical therapy as part of comprehensive patient care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 40 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinics
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael T. Jaklitsch has 3 locations

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Lung Center

15 Francis St # 2Boston, MA 02115

Brigham and Women's Surgical Associates at South Shore Hospital

51 Performance Drive Entry Two, Suite 300East Weymouth, MA 02189

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

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Accepts New Patients
3.8 
40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Boston , MABoston , MAConcord , MABoston , MA
Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael T. Jaklitsch

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan - HMO
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Well Sense Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael T. Jaklitsch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael T. Jaklitsch has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Adjuvant Chemotherapy
  • Aneurysm
  • Cancer
  • Coronary Disease
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Esophagus Cancer (Esophogeal Neoplasm)
  • Glandular Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)
  • Melanoma
  • Mesothelioma (Asbestos-related Cancer)
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Pneumonectomy (Lung removal)
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
  • Thoracoscopy
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic Surgery, 1998

American Board of Surgery

Surgery, 1994

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinics

Residency

University of Alabama Hospital, General Surgery1993
University of Alabama, General Surgery1987

Medical School

University of Maryland School of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Michael Jaklitsch accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Jaklitsch accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Michael Jaklitsch's office located?
Dr. Michael Jaklitsch's office is located at 15 Francis St # 2, Boston, MA, 02115.
Does Dr. Michael Jaklitsch accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Jaklitsch has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Michael Jaklitsch accepting new patients?
Dr. Michael Jaklitsch is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Michael Jaklitsch's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Michael Jaklitsch speak?
Dr. Michael Jaklitsch speaks English.

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