Dr. James C. Cusack, MD | Boston, MA | Surgical Oncologist

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James Cusack, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and research scientist at Massachusetts General Hospital and Associate Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School, specializes in locally advanced, recurrent, and metastatic cancer and is committed to global health equity.

4.3

20 Ratings
40 years of experience
speaks English, German
New England Medical Center
6 written reviews
3 specialties
17 areas of expertise
4 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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4.3

20 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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This wonderful doctor is caring, listens so well, is extremely positive and a fabulous surgeon. One could not ask for better care. I have always felt truly great and brilliant people in life have humility. Dr. Cusack has it all.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 22nd, 2018

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would recommend dr. cusack as a cancer surgeon. he spent the time to go over everything before and after surgery. and was comforting and re-assuring

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 30th, 2016

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I transferred my care to Dr. Cusack after a frustrating experience with another hospital and specialists in properly diagnosing/treating my condition of tumors in the small intestine (duodenum). Dr. Cusack took over my care and promptly ordered tests/procedures to properly ascertain my condition and followed through personally at all stages to ensure the most effective surgical procedure. Dr. Cusack performed the high risk operation in removing the tumors successfully. His team was wonderful from start to finish. They all knew my medical history and did everything possible to give comprehensive/caring treatment. Great bedside manner and follow-up...and very courteous with my wife and family during after surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. Cusack. You are truly in good hands.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 10th, 2015

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I transferred my care to Dr. Cusack and it was the best thing I did.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 14th, 2015

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Dr. Cusack has operated on me three times for the same recurrent condition. They rank high among the best medical exxperiences I have had. The staff at the surgical center was superb: friendly, caring. Each introduced themself and made comforting eye contact. Dr. Cusack is very prompt in scheduling surgery so treatment can get underway quickly.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 29th, 2014

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Excellent surgeon. Saved my life. Very thorough . Very personable and excellent bedside manner.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 15th, 2012

Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114

Tel: (617) 726-2000

Brigham And Womens Faulkner Hospital

1153 Centre StBoston, MA 02130

Tel: (617) 983-7000

Brigham And Womens Hospital

75 Francis StBoston, MA 02115

Tel: (617) 732-5500

Dana Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

Tel: (617) 632-3000


Dr. James C Cusack JR., MD	Bharvi Marsha Patel	Marie France Germeille	Molly Messina Kotzuba
Surgical Oncology	Emergency Medicine	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner
	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (20 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, German
Boston , MA	Flushing , NY	QUINCY , MA	Somerville , MA
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Abdominal Cavity Cancer (Peritoneal Neoplasm)
Appendix Cancer (Appendiceal Neoplasms)
Cancer
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Gastrointestinal Cancer
Gene Therapy
Glandular Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)
Lung Cancer
Melanoma
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Mesothelioma (Asbestos-related Cancer)
Oncology
Pancreatic Cancer
Rectal Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Surgery

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New England Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Cusack's NPI number is 1104809425.

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Which hospitals is Dr. James Cusack affiliated with?: Dr. James Cusack is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham And Womens Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center West Campus, and Brigham And Womens Faulkner Hospital.
What languages does Dr. James Cusack speak?: Dr. James Cusack speaks English and German.
Where is Dr. James Cusack's office located?: Dr. James Cusack's office is located at 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA, 02114.
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