Summary

Dr. Tara Kent specializes in surgery and brings 27 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College, establishing a strong foundation for her surgical career. Her extensive experience has made her a trusted surgical specialist in the field.

Dr. Kent practices at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham and maintains additional locations in Boston and Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. She focuses on treating complex conditions including pancreatic cancer and neuroendocrine tumors. Her surgical expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and specialized imaging procedures like MR enterograms. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.6.

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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 board certification
  • 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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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
27 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Needham , MAEaston , MAMilton , MABoston , MA
Med School: WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Boston University 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

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Does Dr. Tara Kent accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Tara Kent's office located?
Dr. Tara Kent's office is located at 148 Chestnut St, Needham, MA, 02492.

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