Dr. Faina Nakhlis, MD, FACS | Boston, MA | Oncology

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Dr. Faina Nakhlis is a surgical oncologist who specializes in oncology and surgical oncology. She earned her medical degree from Rush University Medical College and completed her surgery residency at Northwestern University. Dr. Nakhlis furthered her training with a breast fellowship at Northwestern University, where she developed specialized expertise in breast cancer care. She holds board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She speaks English fluently.

Dr. Nakhlis practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston and Chestnut Hill and is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Her clinical focus centers on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer. She also has expertise in managing Paget disease of the breast. Her treatment approach includes advanced radiation therapies such as external beam radiation and brachytherapy. Patients rate …Dr. Nakhlis 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.

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23 Ratings
20 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Northwestern University, Breast Fellowship
15 written reviews
2 specialties
5 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
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Excellent

August 13th, 2019

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March 1st, 2018

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Dr. Nakhlis performed my surgery and did a great job. I was worried about how the scars would be. She really did an amazing job my scars are very minimal. She was very kind before and during surgery. I would recommend her to everyone.

July 8th, 2014

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Dr. Nakhlis is wonderful. Unfortunately I had to have two surgeries, but her work both times was beautiful -- scars healed well, and other doctors said it looked great. More importantly, she really seemed to care. She called after surgery both times to discuss results, and in our follow-up visits she asked questions that went beyond the physical healing and she coordinated by follow-up care.

April 5th, 2013

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She's terible! all about money! screwed up on my sugery!!! If you have masshealth she will NOT acknowledge you!!!!

October 16th, 2011

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Despite the sometimes lengthy wait times, I would wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Nakhlis to anyone. She is attentive and provides ample time during appointments for questions, discussions and review of your case. Her follow-up after a procedure goes above and beyond expectations. She is a bright, compassionate physician who is committed to her practice and her patients.

August 24th, 2011

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Dr. Nakhlis was extremely thorough in explaining my options when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. She performed the initial lumpectomies, sentinal node biopsies and the mastectomy needed to remove the cancer. From those surgeries I have minimal scarring and no loss of sensation. She also recommended a very qualified plastic surgeon to do the reconstruction I wanted. When I went into the surgery for the mastectomy and reconstruction, she held my hand to calm me before I was administered anesthesia. I will always remember this most thoughtful gesture.I would strongly recommend Dr. Nakhlis to anyone facing breast cancer surgery.

August 19th, 2011

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Dr Nakhlis is wonderful! Caring & compassionate. I never felt like she was rushing me out the door & was happy to answer all the questions I asked. Her work is impeccable. I started radiation at a hospital that is a more convenient commute & the radiologists asked me who did my surgery because my incision is so neat & clean. When I told them who I had they said I was at least the 4th person who said she was their surgeon. They were very impressed. (me too!) I am so happy she is my doctor!

July 14th, 2011

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Dr. Nakhlis was wonderful before during and after my surgery. Her quiet manner and sense of humor was a greatly appreciated . She made having brest cancer much easier to handle with her bedside manner.

May 16th, 2011

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Felt safe and that I was in good hands!Very caring and explains every detail.Would highly recommend her as a surgeon.The site where I had my surgery looks wonderful and healed nicely.

December 17th, 2010

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - Chestnut Hill

300 Boylston StChestnut Hill, MA 02467

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Dr. Faina Nakhlis, MD, FACS	Dr. Todd Robert Golub, MD	Dr. Ilene Ann Galinsky	Kathleen Frances Oneill
Oncology	Pediatrics	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner
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4.7 (23 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Boston , MA	Boston , MA	Boston , MA	Boston , MA
Med School: Rush University Medical College	Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Northwestern University, Breast Fellowship

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