Summary

Dr. Peter Bushunow is an oncologist and hematologist who specializes in treating cancers of the blood and blood-forming tissues. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed his residency training at SUNY Health Science Center. With four decades of experience in cancer care, Dr. Bushunow has developed extensive expertise in helping patients navigate complex oncological conditions. He is fluent in Spanish and Russian, allowing him to communicate directly with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Bushunow practices at multiple locations throughout Rochester, New York, and maintains hospital affiliations with Rochester General Hospital, Newark Wayne Community Hospital, and Unity Hospital at Rochester Regional Health. His clinical focus includes treating colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal cancers. He also provides comprehensive care for rectal cancer patients, offering both medical treatment and supportive therapies. Patients consistently rate their experiences highly, giving Dr. Bushunow an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Russian
  • Suny Health Science Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Peter Walter Bushunow has 5 locations

Lipson Cancer And Blood Center

1425 PORTLAND AVE STE 500ROCHESTER, NY 14621
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lipson Cancer Institute

1425 Portland AveRochester, NY 14621
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Peter Walter Bushunow

1425 Portland Ave # 233Rochester, NY 14621

Lipson Cancer Institute Saint Marys

55 Genesee St Fl 1Rochester, NY 14611
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Unity Hospital At Rochester Regional Health

1555 Long Pond RdRochester, NY 14626

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OncologyNurse PractitionerPathologyPathology
Accepts New Patients
4.8 
40 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian
ROCHESTER , NYRochester , NYROCHESTER , NYRochester , NY
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Walter Bushunow

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Walter Bushunow has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Walter Bushunow has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hematology
  • Metastasis

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Suny Health Science Center

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Dr. Peter Bushunow is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital, Newark Wayne Community Hospital, Unity Hospital At Rochester Regional Health, and Saint Marys Campus.
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Dr. Peter Bushunow's office is located at 1425 PORTLAND AVE STE 500, ROCHESTER, NY, 14621.
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