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Dr. Penny Anderson, MD

Dr. Penny Anderson, MD

Radiation Oncology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Penny Anderson, MD is a radiation oncologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Temple University in 1994. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Temple University Hospital and Fox Chase Cancer Center.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

333 Cottman Ave Philadelphia, PA 19111

Make an Appointment

(215) 728-6900

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Anderson specializes in the area of Radiation Oncology. • 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
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Anderson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Anderson

4.6

11 ratings, 9 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Theresa Alog (Daughter of Cancer Survivor) – Nov 30, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Janice Marzario – Jul 20, 2023
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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
TAS – Aug 26, 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
Helpful
May 14, 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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Hazel in Philadelphia, PA – Dec 04, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Barbara DiMaggio in Lawrence Township , NJ – Oct 30, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Linda G. in Huntingdon valley – May 26, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Eileen Levi in Doylestown, PA – Nov 01, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Penny Anderson, MD is a radiation oncologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Temple University in 1994. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Temple University Hospital and Fox Chase Cancer Center.

  • Radiation Oncology

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  • Temple University

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Radiology®
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Radiation Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Fox Chase Cancer Center Medical Group Inc333 Cottman Ave Philadelphia, PA 19111
1

Practice

Temple University of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education2450 W Hunting Park Ave Philadelphia, PA 19129
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Temple University Hospital

    3401 N Broad St
    Philadelphia, PA 19140
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Fox Chase Cancer Center

    333 Cottman Ave
    Philadelphia, PA 19111

  • Suburban Community Hospital

    2701 DeKalb Pike
    Norristown, PA 19401
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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