Oncology

Philip Poorvu, M.D.

Senior Physician; Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Hyannis, MA

Dr. Poorvu received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 2012 and went on to complete his residency in internal medicine at the Brigham and Women's Hospital. He is a medical oncologist in the breast Oncology Center and has a particular interest in the care of young women with breast cancer and breast cancer survivorship. His research seeks to better understand the impact of cancer treatments on fertility and a number of other survivorship issues. Dr. Poorvu's research is als

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine, 2015
Medical Oncology, 2018

Education & Training

University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine (MD)
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine (Residency)
Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare, Hematology/Oncology (Fellowship)

Years in Practice

14+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Thoracic Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Chemotherapy

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center
South Shore Hospital
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Conditions Dr. Poorvu treats

Chemotherapy

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Poorvu accept Aetna insurance?

Philip Poorvu's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts plus 10 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Poorvu practice?

Philip Poorvu practices in Hyannis, MA with hospital affiliations including Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center, South Shore Hospital, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

What does Dr. Poorvu specialize in?

Philip Poorvu is a board-certified oncology specialist with focus areas in Thoracic Oncology.

How long has Dr. Poorvu been practicing?

Philip Poorvu has 14+ years of clinical experience in oncology.

What is Dr. Poorvu's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine (MD); Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine (Residency); Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare, Hematology/Oncology (Fellowship).