Summary

Dr. Tara Kent treats pancreatic cancer, insulinoma, and neuroendocrine tumors, and performs brachytherapy, pancreatic cancer surgery, and Whipple surgery. She practices surgery and has 27 years of experience. Dr. Kent is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham and also sees patients in Boston and Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. She earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kent 3.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.6
  • 27 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Tara Sotsky Kent has 5 locations

Beth Israel Deaconess Healthcare - Chestnut Hill

200 Boylston St Fl 4Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Surgery

330 Brookline Avenue East/Shapiro 3Boston, MA 02215

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Surgery

330 Brookline Avenue Stoneman 9th FloorBoston, MA 02215

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SurgerySurgeryNurse PractitionerAnesthesiology
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27 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Needham , MAEaston , MABoston , MANew Haven , CT
Med School: WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tara Sotsky Kent

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - HMO
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicare
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • Humana
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Senior Whole Health - HMO
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - HMO
  • Trusted Health Plan - PPO
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan - PPO
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Well Sense Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tara Sotsky Kent has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tara Sotsky Kent has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Liver Diseases
  • Pancreatic Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Kent's NPI number is 1558375717.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Tara Kent affiliated with?
Dr. Tara Kent is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham.
Does Dr. Tara Kent accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Tara Kent accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Tara Kent accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Tara Kent has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Tara Kent's office located?
Dr. Tara Kent's office is located at 148 Chestnut St, Needham, MA, 02492.
Is Dr. Tara Kent accepting new patients?
Dr. Tara Kent has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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