4.3
9 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Joseph Pennacchio specializes in oncology, bringing five decades of dedicated experience to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine internship and residency at Boston VA Medical Center in 1977 and 1979, respectively. His specialized training continued with a medical oncology fellowship at Boston VA Medical Center in 1980. Dr. Pennacchio speaks English and has been treating patients for 50 years.
Dr. Pennacchio practices at Tufts Medicine Cancer Center in Stoneham, Massachusetts, and maintains affiliations with MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, and Tufts Medical Center. He focuses on treating blood cancers and provides comprehensive medical oncology care. His expertise includes performing complete blood counts and specialized blood tests to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Pennacchio practices at Tufts Medicine Cancer Center in Stoneham, Massachusetts, and maintains affiliations with MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, and Tufts Medical Center. He focuses on treating blood cancers and provides comprehensive medical oncology care. His expertise includes performing complete blood counts and specialized blood tests to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 50 years of experience
- 25 insurance plans 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
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Office Location
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| Joseph Pennacchio, MD | Dr. Edward J Benz Jr, MD | Dr. Ilonna Jane Rimm, MD | Dr. Cindy Lynn Hickey Gillis, MD |
| Oncology | Internal Medicine | Oncology | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 50 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Chinese, Spanish | ||
| Stoneham , MA | Boston , MA | Boston , MA | Boston , MA |
| Med School: Tufts University School of Medicine | Med School: Harvard Medical School | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph Pennacchio
Medical Specialties
Joseph Pennacchio has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Joseph Pennacchio has the following 10 areas of expertise
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 is affiliated with Melrosewakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, and Tufts Medical Center.
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