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Dr. Scott Swanson, MD

Dr. Scott Swanson, MD

Surgical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Swanson, MD is a surgical oncologist in Boston, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215
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Dr. Swanson's Reviews

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4.2
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When a nodule was seen on my lung I consulted with three different thoracic surgeons about what to do and chose Dr. Swanson. Best decision of my life, as he saved my life. He knew right away it was cancer and took it out. Others demurred. When he moved from Mount Sinai in New York back to HarvardI followed him. It has been 12 years since that surgery. I see him each year for follow ups and would follow him anywhere. He is incredibly skilled and a wonderful person. You can’t do better than that!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Marilyn Webb – Nov 16, 2019
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The single worst surgeon I have ever worked with. He makes very poor clinical decisions on a routine basis. His patient care is severely compromised by his personality. I would definitely recommend finding another thoracic surgeon.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
  • Long wait times
10 others found this helpful
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Boston, MA – Jul 16, 2017
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I became a patient of Dr Swanson quite by accident & it was the best mistake I ever made. I was referred to Dr. Swanson at Brigham & Woman's, so I called & was fortunate to get an appointment. The only problem is that I was referred to a different Dr. Swanson (his brother) After researching online, I realized my mistake & was able to make the appointment 4 years ago. We've been following a nodule on my center lobe. This was going to be the final visit & then the tumor showed. I'm home recovering
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jay in Centerville, MA – Jun 25, 2017
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care philosophy

Dr Swanson received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1985. He subsequently completed his residency in General Surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and his fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Brigham and Womens Hospital....read more

biography

Dr. Swanson received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1985. He subsequently completed his residency in General Surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and his fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Brigham and Womens Hospital....read more

  • Surgical Oncology

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  • Brigham & Women's Hosp, Thoracic Surgery Brigham & Women's Hosp, General Surgery

    Residency Hospital

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215
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Brigham and Women's Hospital, Lung Center

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Lung Center15 Francis St # 2 Boston, MA 02115
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