Summary

Dr. Joseph Pennacchio is a medical oncologist who earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine internship and residency at Boston VA Medical Center in 1977 and 1979, followed by a fellowship in medical oncology at the same institution in 1980. With five decades of experience in cancer care, Dr. Pennacchio brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Pennacchio is affiliated with several prominent hospitals including Melrosewakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, and Tufts Medical Center, and practices at the Tufts Medicine Cancer Center in Stoneham, MA. He specializes in treating blood cancers and other hematologic conditions. His practice includes performing complete blood counts and white blood cell differentials to help diagnose and monitor cancer treatments. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 50 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English
  • Boston VA Medical Center - Medical Oncology
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Accepts New Patients
4.3 
50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Stoneham , MABoston , MABoston , MABoston , MA
Med School: Tufts University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph Pennacchio

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • https://www.tuftsmedicine.org/get-care/accepted-insurance

Medical Specialties

Joseph Pennacchio has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Joseph Pennacchio has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncologist
  • Oncologist/hematologist

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Joseph Pennacchio holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Boston VA Medical Center - Medical Oncology in 1980.

Residency

Completed their residency at Boston VA Medical Center - Internal Medicine in 1979.

Internship

Completed their internship at Boston Va Medical Center - Internal Medicine in 1977.

Medical School

Graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Joseph Pennacchio's NPI number is 1053387795.

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Joseph Pennacchio speaks English.

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