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Dr. George Tuchsen, MD

Dr. George Tuchsen, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. George Tuchsen, MD is a general surgeon in Portland, ME and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1989. He is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

195 Fore River Pkwy Ste 210 Portland, ME 04102
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tuchsen is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Tuchsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tuchsen

4.1

35 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
20%
20%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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MvS – Jul 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Grateful wife – Dec 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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C. Ortiz – Oct 24, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Christine – Oct 23, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
C. Vanhover in San Antonio, TX – Oct 24, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
charles l walker in San Antonio, TX – Jan 25, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ginny in SanAntonio – Feb 19, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Charity in San Antonio, TX – Feb 17, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Dec 29, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Tuchsen is a board-certified General Surgeon who treats the full range of general surgical disorders with a special interest in Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) and minimally invasive/ da Vinci Robotic Surgery. He also has extensive experience...read more

biography

Dr. Tuchsen is a board-certified General Surgeon who treats the full range of general surgical disorders.
  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Nm School Of Med, General Surgery

    Residency Hospital
  • University Nm Aff Hosps

    Internship Hospital, 1990
  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 1989
  • St. Olaf College

    Undergraduate School, 1985
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Locations

Practice

Maine Orthotic & Prosthetic Rehab Services Inc195 Fore River Pkwy Ste 210 Portland, ME 04102
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Practice

Mercy Fore River Express Care175 Fore River Pkwy Portland, ME 04102
2

Practice

Stone Oak General Surgery540 Madison Oak Dr Ste 220 San Antonio, TX 78258
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northern Light Mercy Hospital

    175 Fore River Pkwy
    Portland, ME 04102
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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