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Dr. Boris Kuvshinoff, MD

Dr. Boris Kuvshinoff, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Boris Kuvshinoff, MD is a general surgeon in Buffalo, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Olean General Hospital and Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 5 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

665 Elm St Buffalo, NY 14203

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kuvshinoff specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Kuvshinoff's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kuvshinoff

5.0

10 ratings, 9 with a written review
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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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May 15, 2023
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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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Apr 26, 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
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Dec 31, 2021
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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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Rama Parai – Jun 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Nancy K. – Jan 08, 2021
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 07, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Marcia Miller – Jul 16, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dec 09, 2019
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ellen P in Williamsville, NY – Oct 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Listening, and understanding what the patients' goals are and what is important to them.  Explaining the medical issues in clear language and while being honest, still inspiring hope. Engaging the caregiver and family in the evaluation and treatment.

biography

I am the Chief Medical Officer and a practicing surgical oncologist at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, NY.  I have over 20 years of experience in treating patients with tumors of the liver, pancreas, bile ducts and small...read more
  • General Surgery

  • Gastroenterological Surgery

  • Laparoscopic Surgery

  • Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Suny

  • Yale University

    2009
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Canc Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995
  • University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
  • University Maryland

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center665 Elm St Buffalo, NY 14203
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital of Buffalo

    565 Abbott Rd
    Buffalo, NY 14220
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Olean General Hospital

    515 Main St
    Olean, NY 14760

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    66%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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