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Dr. Faina Nakhlis, MD

Dr. Faina Nakhlis, MD

Surgical Oncology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Faina Nakhlis, MD is a surgical oncologist in Boston, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rush University in 1996. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Brigham and Women's Hospital and Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215

Make an Appointment

(877) 442-3324

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nakhlis is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital Boston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nakhlis specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nakhlis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nakhlis

4.7

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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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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TopCat – Nov 06, 2024
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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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Raisa Temkin – Mar 16, 2022
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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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Aug 16, 2018
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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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Crystal Awadalla in Marietta – Jan 21, 2018
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Peggy S in NY – Mar 20, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Nakhlis received her medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago in 1996. She subsequently completed her residency in general surgery and her breast surgery fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago. She is an attending physician...read more

biography

Dr. Nakhlis received her medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago in 1996. She subsequently completed her residency in general surgery and her breast surgery fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago. She is an attending physician...read more

  • Surgical Oncology

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  • Rush University

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Focus on Breast Cancer

Locations

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - Chestnut Hill

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - Chestnut Hill300 Boylston St Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St
    Boston, MA 02115
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    View all awards

    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

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

    1153 Centre St
    Boston, MA 02130
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cape Cod Hospital

    27 Park St
    Hyannis, MA 02601
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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