Summary

Dr. Leticia Varella is an oncology specialist with 24 years of experience treating cancer patients. She completed her medical degree at Faculdade de Medicina do ABC and pursued her internal medicine residency at St. Luke's-Roosevelt/Mount Sinai, followed by a chief residency at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2014. Dr. Varella furthered her expertise through a hematology and oncology fellowship at Cleveland Clinic, which she completed in 2017. She is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Dr. Varella practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, and maintains hospital affiliations with Cleveland Clinic. She specializes in treating bone cancer and breast cancer, including cases where breast cancer has spread or returned. Her procedural expertise includes breast cancer screening and advanced imaging techniques like digital breast tomosynthesis and scintimammography to help detect and monitor cancer. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish
  • Cleveland Clinic, Hematology & Oncology
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

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Accepts New Patients
24 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Boston , MACambridge , MABoston , MABoston , MA
Med School: Faculdade de Medicina do ABC Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Leticia Varella

  • AmeriHealth
  • CBA Blue
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • MagnaCare
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Leticia Varella has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Leticia Varella has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Leticia Varella holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Cleveland Clinic, Hematology & Oncology in 2017.

Residency

Completed their residency at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Internal Medicine chief residency in 2014 and St. Luke’s-Roosevelt/Mount Sinai, Internal Medicine in 2013.

Medical School

Graduated from Faculdade de Medicina do ABC in 2002.

NPI Number

Leticia Varella's NPI number is 1134451131.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Leticia Varella affiliated with?
Leticia Varella is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic.
How can I make an appointment with Leticia Varella?
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Does Leticia Varella accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Leticia Varella accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Leticia Varella speak?
Leticia Varella speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Where is Leticia Varella's office located?
Leticia Varella's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.

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