Summary

Dr. Hisashi Tsukada is an oncologist and surgical oncologist who specializes in treating cancer patients with complex surgical needs. With 35 years of experience in the field, he earned his MD and PhD from St. Marianna University Hospital. Dr. Tsukada completed his general surgery residency at Mistui Memorial Hospital in Tokyo, followed by fellowships in thoracic surgery at St. Marianna University Hospital, research in thoracic surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and interventional pulmonology at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center. He is fluent in both Japanese and English.

Dr. Tsukada practices at locations including Brigham and Women's Hospital Lung Center and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, with affiliations at Boston Medical Center Brighton. He focuses on treating patients with lung cancer, including non-small cell lung cancer, and manages complex conditions such as pleural effusion. His approach to patient care incorporates comprehensive treatment planning that may include pathology testing and rehabilitation services. Patients consistently rate Dr. Tsukada's care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Japanese, English
  • St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, Interventional Pulmonology
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Hisashi Tsukada has 2 locations

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Lung Center

15 Francis St # 2Boston, MA 02115

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

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Accepts New Patients
35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Japanese, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Boston , MAMethuen , MAConcord , MABoston , MA
Med School: St. Marianna University Hospital, PhD (Graduate School)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hisashi Tsukada

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Reliance Standard
  • Senior Whole Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hisashi Tsukada has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hisashi Tsukada has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, Interventional Pulmonology2014
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Research Fellow, Thoracic Surgery2011
St. Marianna University Hospital, Thoracic Surgery1999

Residency

Mistui Memorial Hospital, Tokyo, General Surgery1995

Medical School

St. Marianna University Hospital, PhD (Graduate School)Graduated in 2004
St. Marianna University School of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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