Summary

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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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 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
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Faina Nakhlis has 2 locations

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

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - Chestnut Hill

300 Boylston StChestnut Hill, MA 02467
Mon6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 8:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Rush University Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Faina Nakhlis

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • Cigna
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Faina Nakhlis has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Faina Nakhlis has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Breast Cancer
  • Breast Cancer (Lobular Carcinoma)
  • Cancer
  • Epidemiology
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

Faina Nakhlis holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Northwestern University, Breast Fellowship.

Residency

Completed their residency at Northwestern University, Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from Rush University Medical College.

NPI Number

Faina Nakhlis' NPI number is 1013995497.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Faina Nakhlis's office located?
Faina Nakhlis's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
Does Faina Nakhlis accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Faina Nakhlis accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Faina Nakhlis accepting new patients?
Faina Nakhlis is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Faina Nakhlis's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Faina Nakhlis speak?
Faina Nakhlis speaks English.
Which hospitals is Faina Nakhlis affiliated with?
Faina Nakhlis is affiliated with Brigham And Womens Faulkner Hospital.

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