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Dr. Thomas Canto, MD

Dr. Thomas Canto, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Canto, MD is a general surgeon in Palmer, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baystate Wing Hospital and Baystate Franklin Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer

40 Wright St Palmer, MA 01069

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Dr. Canto's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Canto

3.9

7 ratings, 4 with a written review
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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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Carol E Robin – Sep 23, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 04, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Warren, MA – May 31, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Spencer, MA – May 31, 2017
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About Me

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Dr. Thomas Canto, MD is a general surgeon in Palmer, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baystate Wing Hospital and Baystate Franklin Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

  • Wound Care Nursing

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  • Wake Forest University

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer40 Wright St Palmer, MA 01069
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baystate Medical Center

    759 Chestnut St
    Springfield, MA 01199
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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  • Baystate Wing Hospital

    40 Wright St
    Palmer, MA 01069
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

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

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

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Baystate Franklin Medical Center

    164 High St
    Greenfield, MA 01301
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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    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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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