Dr. Nicholas E. Tawa, MD | Boston, MA | General Surgeon

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Dr. Nicholas Tawa is a surgeon with over four decades of experience providing specialized surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training at Brigham & Women's Hospital. With 42 years in practice, Dr. Tawa has developed extensive expertise in complex surgical procedures and patient care. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Tawa practices at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the Cardiovascular Institute at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. His clinical focus includes treating patients with malabsorption syndromes and short bowel syndrome. He also provides care for patients experiencing sepsis, a serious condition requiring prompt medical attention. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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4.9

13 Ratings
42 years of experience
speaks English
Brigham & Womens Hospital
6 written reviews
2 specialties
3 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

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I did not think they made Docs like him any more!!! 5 stars. Wife of patient. I am an RN so I get it.

August 9th, 2018

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Dr. Tawa was very through with my medical history and information. He gave me a complete explanation of what to expect. The surgery went just as planned and was successful. I couldn't have asked for any better results. Even the scar is unremarkable. His staff was also wonderful to deal with. They were also very caring.

October 29th, 2016

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He is great!

April 16th, 2015

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Dr. Tawa is an outstanding surgeon who genuinely cares about his patients. His knowledge, skill, and human kindness combine to make him a remarkable doctor. He puts the patient at ease and he follows up in a timely fashion. His staff is skillful and warm as well.

August 17th, 2013

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Inguinal hernia repair. Primary care physician checked the surgery on my next annual visit and gave it very good marks. Dr. Tawa's "bedside manner" is first-rate: Takes time, explains, even gives you his direct cell phone number as part of post-surgery instructions. GREAT office support with appointments, follow-up. Best example: I had a non-emergency post-op question for his surgical nurse. She got the information but forgot to return my call; when she realized that, she drove back to her office at 8:30 at night to return the call, rather than waiting until the next day.

July 30th, 2012

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Two last my surgeries were performed by doctor Tawa.First (three years ago) I had open surgery of hernia and it was excellent. I was able to go to my job in three days after the surgery.Second (two month ago) was the cholecystestomy. It is simply amazing. I have minimal pain, no any problems and withing two weeks I forgot about the surgery.I'm very thank Dr. Tawa and wish him good health.

November 10th, 2011

Cardiovascular Institute At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

330 Brookline Ave # Shapiro7Boston, MA 02215

Tel: (617) 667-8800

Cardiovascular Institute At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

330 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

330 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

Tel: (617) 667-7000

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Surgery

330 Brookline Avenue, East/Shapiro 3Boston, MA 02215


Dr. Nicholas Edward Tawa, MD	Dr. Ravi Kacker, MD	Dr. Stephen Ray Odom II, MD	Dr. Brigid M Oconnor, MD
Surgery	Surgery	Trauma Surgery	Radiation Oncology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (13 Ratings)	3.9 (14 Ratings)	4.7 (3 Ratings)	4.5 (6 Ratings)
42 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience		30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, German, English
Boston , MA	Natick , MA	Boston , MA	Boston , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School	Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine		Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brigham & Womens Hospital

Medical School

Harvard Medical SchoolGraduated in 1984

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Is Dr. Nicholas Tawa accepting new patients?: Dr. Nicholas Tawa has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nicholas Tawa affiliated with?: Dr. Nicholas Tawa is affiliated with BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER and Cardiovascular Institute At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Nicholas Tawa speak?: Dr. Nicholas Tawa speaks English.
Does Dr. Nicholas Tawa accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Nicholas Tawa has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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