Summary

Dr. James Tulsky is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated nearly four decades to patient care since beginning his medical career. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of California, San Francisco, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Tulsky further advanced his expertise through a fellowship as a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar at UC San Francisco. He is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Tulsky practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, where he focuses on helping patients manage the challenges that come with cancer treatment. He specializes in treating cancer pain and addressing nausea and vomiting that can result from chemotherapy and other cancer therapies. His clinical work includes administering chemotherapy treatments and conducting diagnostic tests such as flu screenings to ensure comprehensive patient care during treatment.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 39 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar, University of California, San Francisco
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
39 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu Speaks English Speaks English
Boston , MAWilmington , MABrookline , MAStoneham , MA
Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Med School: Vijayanagar Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: Regis College Med School: Dhaka Medical College And Hospital
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James A. Tulsky

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health New England
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

James A. Tulsky has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

James A. Tulsky has the following area of expertise

  • Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

James A. Tulsky holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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 Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar, University of California, San Francisco in 1993.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of California, San Francisco, Internal Medicine, Chief Resident in 1991 and University of California San Francisco, Internal Medicine in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1987.

NPI Number

James A. Tulsky's NPI number is 1851487649.

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James A. Tulsky speaks English.
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James A. Tulsky's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
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