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Dr. Sara Tolaney, MD

Dr. Sara Tolaney, MD

Medical Oncology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Sara Tolaney, MD is a medical oncologist in Boston, MA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California at Berkeley in 2002. She is affiliated with medical facilities Brigham and Women's Hospital and Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215

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I have been so impressed with Dr. Tolaney—she truly goes above and beyond in ensuring that I receive the highest level of care possible. She gives so much time to each of her patients and I truly believe that her concern for her patients goes beyond a purely professional nature—to her it is personal. I have found Dr. Tolaney to be extremely accessible; even after office hours. Although I’d obviously prefer not to require her services, I feel extremely blessed and privileged to be in her care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Toba Wolf in Boston, MA – Oct 30, 2017
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I was in a clinical trial that Dr. Tolaney recommended. I found her to be caring and attentive. For eight months my cancer remained stable. When it started to progress we discussed new options, each of which she explained in detail. . With a case load of many patients, I never felt rushed. She answered all questions and I was impressed at how quickly an email to her was answered. Nothing ever fell through the cracks and she made me feel she cared about my well being. Highly recommended!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mary in Camillus, NY – Nov 17, 2016
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I have been with Dr. Tolaney for almost 5 years and she has been so good to work with. I trust her judgement, she is always available, she is very qualified and she listens to everything i tell her. She has excellent followup on my care and has referred me out to other specialists without hesitation or doubt.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Kelley in Taunton, MA – Aug 09, 2016
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She was far more interested in my signing up for research studies than in my future care. Cold and too busy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
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 others found this helpful
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Jane in Wenham, Mass – Dec 30, 2015
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About Me

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Dr Tolaney is Chief of the Division of Breast Oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. She is a breast medical oncologist whose research focuses on the development of novel therapies...read more

biography

Dr. Tolaney is Chief of the Division of Breast Oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. She is a breast medical oncologist whose research focuses on the development of novel therapies...read more

  • Medical Oncology

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  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Medical Oncology
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215
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