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Summary
Dr. Philip Poorvu treats breast cancer, metastatic or recurrent breast cancer, and liver cancer. He has practiced oncology for 14 years. Dr. Poorvu earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, completed a residency in internal medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 2015, and completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare in 2018. He sees patients in Boston and Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 14 years of experience
- 25 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare, Hematology/Oncology
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Philip D. Poorvu has 2 locationsDana-Farber Cancer Institute
450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215 Tel: (877) 442-3324
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
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - Chestnut Hill
300 Boylston StChestnut Hill, MA 02467 Tel: (617) 632-3000
Mon6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 8:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Oncology | Pediatrics | Nurse Practitioner | Nurse Practitioner |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 14 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, French, Spanish | ||
| Boston , MA | Cambridge , MA | Boston , MA | Boston , MA |
| Med School: University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine | Med School: New York University School Of Medicine | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Philip D. Poorvu
Medical Specialties
Philip D. Poorvu has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Philip D. Poorvu has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Philip D. Poorvu 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 Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare, Hematology/Oncology in 2018.
Residency
Completed their residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine in 2015.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine in 2012.
NPI Number
Philip D. Poorvu's NPI number is 1154683779.
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- Where is Philip Poorvu's office located?
- Philip Poorvu's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
- What languages does Philip Poorvu speak?
- Philip Poorvu speaks English.
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