Summary

Dr. Patricia Defusco is an oncologist with 46 years of experience treating cancer patients. She earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Hartford Hospital. Dr. Defusco brings nearly five decades of expertise to cancer care, with particular focus on breast cancer treatment. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Defusco practices at Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute locations in Glastonbury and Avon, Connecticut. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. Her treatment approach includes infusion therapy and comprehensive laboratory monitoring through blood work. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 46 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hartford Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr Patricia Defusco has 3 locations

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute - Manchester

376 Tolland Tpke Ste 201Manchester, CT 06042
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

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute - Avon

80 Fisher DrAvon, CT 06001
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute

330 Western Blvd Ste 200Glastonbury, CT 06033

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OncologyOncologyOncologyOncology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
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46 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, French Speaks English, Spanish
Manchester , CTSpringfield , MAHartford , CTSpringfield , MA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Patricia Defusco

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePartners of Connecticut
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • Health New England
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr Patricia Defusco has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Patricia Defusco has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Clinical Research
  • Epidemiology
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hartford Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr Defusco's NPI number is 1851496061.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr Patricia Defusco's office located?
Dr Patricia Defusco's office is located at 376 Tolland Tpke Ste 201, Manchester, CT, 06042.
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