Summary

Dr. Walter Chwals is a surgeon who specializes in pediatric surgery, bringing 46 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Copernicus Medical Academy and completed comprehensive surgical training including an internship and residency in general surgery at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Dr. Chwals further specialized through fellowships in general surgery at Deaconess Hospital and pediatric surgery at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. He speaks Polish in addition to English.

Dr. Chwals is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Massachusetts, including Lawrence, Boston, North Chelmsford, Woburn, and Brockton. His expertise centers on surgical procedures for children and comprehensive pediatric healthcare. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals. His extensive experience in pediatric surgery allows him to provide specialized surgical care tailored specifically to young patients' unique needs.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 46 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Polish
  • Childrens Hospital of Los Angles - Pediatric Surgery
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Walter J Chwals has 5 locations

Tufts Medicine Pediatrics with Boston Children’s Specialty Center – Lawrence

25 Marston Street Suite 206Lawrence, MA 01843

Tufts Medicine Pediatrics

755 Washington Street Floating Building, 2nd FloorBoston, MA 02111
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

Tufts Medicine Pediatrics with Boston Children’s Specialty Center – Chelmsford

20 Research Pl Ste 210North Chelmsford, MA 01863

Tufts Medicine Pediatrics with Boston Children’s Specialty Center – Brockton

1 Pearl Street Pearl Building, Suite 1200Brockton, MA 02301

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SurgeryColorectal SurgeryEmergency MedicineNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
46 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Polish
Lawrence , MABOSTON , MAFlushing , NYSomerville , MA
Med School: Copernicus Medical Academy Med School: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Walter J Chwals

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • BCBS Med Adv
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • LGPHO Circle Health Benefit Tier 2
  • Medicaid Wellforce Care Plan ACO (Fallon)
  • TMIN Aetna
  • TMIN AllaraCare
  • TMIN Cigna
  • TMIN Fallon
  • TMIN Fallon Med Adv
  • TMIN Fallon Navicare SCO
  • TMIN Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • TMIN Tufts Medicare Preferred PPO
  • TMIN Unicare
  • TMIN United Healthcare
  • TMIN United Healthcare Med Adv
  • TMIN United Healthcare OneCare
  • TMIN United Healthcare SCO
  • TMIN United Healthcare VACCN
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Public Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred

Medical Specialties

Walter J Chwals has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Walter J Chwals has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • General Surgeon
  • Pediatric Surgeon
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Walter J Chwals holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Childrens Hospital of Los Angles - Pediatric Surgery in 1980 and Deaconess Hospital - Surgery - General in 1900.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Massachusetts Medical Center - General Surgery in 1985.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of Massachusetts Medical Center - Surgery - General in 1981.

Medical School

Graduated from Copernicus Medical Academy in 1980.

NPI Number

Walter J Chwals' NPI number is 1497771141.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Walter Chwals speak?
Walter Chwals speaks Polish.
Is Walter Chwals accepting new patients?
Walter Chwals is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Walter Chwals's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Walter Chwals accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Walter Chwals accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Walter Chwals affiliated with?
Walter Chwals is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Chwals?
You can find contact information for Walter Chwals here on Vitals.

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