Summary

Dr. Christopher Ducko specializes in oncology and surgical oncology, bringing over three decades of experience to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Ducko further advanced his expertise through fellowships in cardiothoracic surgery at Hershey Medical Center and at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He holds certifications from both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Ducko communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Ducko practices at multiple locations in Boston and East Weymouth, Massachusetts, with affiliations at South Shore Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. His clinical focus includes treating lung cancer, pulmonary nodules, and pleural effusion. He performs diagnostic procedures such as CT scans, chest X-rays, and chest fluoroscopy to help evaluate and monitor patient conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 31 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Christopher T. Ducko has 3 locations

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Lung Center

15 Francis St # 2Boston, MA 02115

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Brigham and Women's Surgical Associates at South Shore Hospital

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

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Med School: Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine Med School: University of Rochester Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christopher T. Ducko

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Senior Whole Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - HMO
  • Trusted Health Plan - PPO
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Well Sense Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Christopher T. Ducko has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Christopher T. Ducko has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Transplantation
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Christopher T. Ducko holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts. They are board certified in Surgery and Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 2005 and Hershey Medical Center, Cardiothoracic Surgery in 2004.

Residency

Completed their residency at Hershey Medical Center, General Surgery in 2002 and Hershey Medical Center, General Surgery in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Christopher T. Ducko's NPI number is 1063409126.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Christopher Ducko affiliated with?
Christopher Ducko is affiliated with South Shore Hospital.
Does Christopher Ducko accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Christopher Ducko accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Christopher Ducko accepting new patients?
Christopher Ducko is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Christopher Ducko's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Christopher Ducko's office located?
Christopher Ducko's office is located at 15 Francis St # 2, Boston, MA, 02115.
What languages does Christopher Ducko speak?
Christopher Ducko speaks English.

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