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Maureen Chung, MD, PhD

Medical Director Breast Care Program

4.9 out of 5 (191 Ratings)

Specialties:

Surgery / Surgical Oncology

About Maureen Chung

Dr. Maureen Chung, a renowned surgical oncologist specializing in diseases of the breast, is the Medical Director of the Breast Care Program.

She earned her undergraduate degree with distinction, as well as her medical and master’s degree from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. She completed a general surgery residency at McGill University, where she served as Administrative Chief Resident. She earned a doctorate in Pathobiology from Brown University, Providence and completed a surgical oncology fellowship at Brown Medical School.  

Dr. Chung is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is a member of several societies including the Society of Surgical Oncology, the American Society of Breast Surgeons, and the American Association for Cancer Research.  

Board certified in general surgery, Dr. Chung’s clinical interests include the impact of screening mammography and contemporary surgical treatment of breast cancer. She believes that patient education, disease prevention and evidence based treatments are equally important and that care should be personalized for each patient.

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

  1. Southcoast Physicians Group Breast Center

    235 Hanover St Third Floor
    Fall River, MA 02720

    P: 508-973-1021

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Insurances Accepted

Southcoast accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.

Provider Ratings

Rating Willingness to recommend provider’s office Overall Provider Experience Courtesy and Respect of Staff
4.9
4.9
4.9
2.3

Patient Comments (58)

At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.

  • Very personable very thoughtful

  • Dr. Chung was pleasant and explained everything in a clear manner. I knew exactly what to expect for my biopsy and why it was needed. The entire staff were so wonderful. [Name] and [Name] were kind and supportive during the biopsy. They and Dr. B made sure I knew everything that was happening and what to expect. In a situation that could have been difficult or scary, they made me feel very comfortable and cared for. I can't thank everyone enough for their support, everyone I came into contact with was professional, pleasant, and overall fantastic! I've been singing all of their praises since I left the office! Thank you again so so much. You all made a tough situation a lot easier!

  • Got an appointment very quickly. Dr was very kind explained everything in detail made sure I understood. Staff was wonderful provided all information clearly.

  • Dr. Chung was on time. Her staff was helpful and professional. Her staff has been professional from the first encounter I had. Excellent professional and caring from the first phone call to check out!

  • Anytime you have to return for further testing after a mammogram it can be very scary. As a nurse myself this can be a scary experience. I would like to sincerely thanks, all staff including the ultrasound tech , medical assistant , provider and nurse for explaining everything and taking time to answer any questions. During my biopsy nurse [Name] gently held my hand and gave me a kind warm hug after my mammogram ( post- biopsy) I cannot express how meaningful that was. As medical professionals sometimes we forget the importance of a reassuring touch. A sincere thank you to such a caring team.[Name][Name]

  • Everyone was professional, friendly and supportive.I'm extremely pleased with all the care I've received at Charlton and South Coast Breast/ Cancer Center.

  • I'd like to say that you guys were great in all aspects except it's hard to explain something about our health or my health when I'm supposed to do it in one specific manner when it's happened multiple times about the same thing. And I kept getting cut off and I just didn't feel really heard. But it was understood throughout after the visit. You guys are 100% great. Thank you.

  • Nothing needed. Dr. Chung is personable and professional.

  • Dr. Chung is a wonderful doctor. She's very experienced and she listened to all my questions and she was wonderful.

  • This was a specialist appointment, not a general checkup. Regarding the current issue I thought she was excellent.

  • Doctor made me feel comfortable, explained everything and took the time to answer any questions. Great bedside manner.

  • Everyone in the office took care to explain the procedure to me making sure that I understood every step. Everyone was extremely kind and caring and very professional.

  • I had an excellent first visit with Dr. Maureen Chung, I wish she was the first specialist I saw for my issue. She took her time and explained everything to me and then I was also able to get an overdue mammogram the same day! No excess waiting, which for me is important as I get overly anxious at doctor visits. But I loved going here!!

  • Dr. Chung and her staff are amazing!! She eased all of my fears, was very nice, listened to my concerns, explained everything to me that will be happening in 2 future appointments.

  • Wonderful experience with Dr Chung. Thank you.

  • Everyone in the department was courteous and knowledgeable. I was taken on time and the process of my procedure was well explained. Dr Chung made me feel at ease. She was very thorough. I wouldn't change a thing except my copay!

  • I was treated with the utmost respect , kindness and empathy at every visit with Doctor Chung and her staff. I can't thank them enough for all they have done for.me.There is one thing in my opinion that could be addressed in reference to checking in. It's not private enough. Everyone waiting in that area hears everything being said to the client checking in and that should be private.

  • Everybody was courteous and saw me right away, checked me in. It was very easy to check in and the office staff was very friendly and made me feel very comfortable. They worked with me to make sure my appointments were in a timeframe that I could handle. And I absolutely adore Dr. Chung. I think she's very relatable, very easy to understand and spoke to me in length. I did not feel rushed. I felt like she took her time and she spent time with me and knew a lot about my case and made sure to do research before she even walked in the door, which was very impressive. And I absolutely think I would recommend her. I do recommend her to other people in my family.

  • Everything was great, as it has been every single appointment I have had, since my first test and being diagnosed with early stage breast cancer. Weather it be with the Dr., the NP, the nurses, or radiologists, everyone makes the process so simple and makes you feel so comfortable in an uncomfortable situation.

  • Dr Chung was professional yet caring and made me feel comfortable.

  • Always, always kind, compassionate, informed and patient. I would not want to be treated anywhere else.

  • Treated with respect from ALL staff members at ALL time.

  • Dr Chung is the best she took the time to explain everything in language we could understand she has a wonderful bedside manner she is an asset to the Southcoast family

  • Experience was excellent! Love Dr. Chung! So happy to be her patient again!

  • It was excellent treatment from the moment I registered until I had the Biopsy, everyone was very kind and friendly, it was an absolutely wonderful experience, everyone was very professional and friendly, and above all, they made you feel at home, thank you very much.

  • Dr Chung was wonderful. She explained the situation well, gave me a chance to ask questions, and then gave my husband a chance to ask questions too. She took her time. The visit was not rushed at all. So lucky to have a physician like her. She put my fears to rest.

  • I truly love Dr. Chung. I switched to her because I heard great things about her from my Neurologist. I am very satisfied. She knows her stuff, she is very thorough, she read my history prior to my apt. And asked me if I had any questions.

  • I became a patient in Dr. Chung's care earlier this year. She went above and beyond my expectations during a very stressful time. She was able to set my mind at ease and answered all my questions professionally and well as sincerely. Her patience and passion is A+. I've told many people how wonderful she has ben and advise them to visit this facility when they are in need!! The nurses and technicians have also been very professional and compassionate. I feel they do this sincerely because they are in a wonderful setting with others who care for all the patients as they do!

  • EVERYONE WAS PLEASANT, HELPFUL AND KNOWLEDGABLE AND WORKED AS A TEAM. A VERY NICE EXPERIENCE CONSIDERING THE CIRCUMSTANCES

  • EVERYONE WAS KIND AND HELPFUL.THEY DID THEIR BEST TO PUT ME AT EASE.

  • Wonderful provider and support staff.

  • Everything was fine. No complaints.

  • Dr. Chung knew my history even though this was my first visit. She listened to my concerns and provided information in a manner so that I would understand. She recommended a plan of action and we are going ahead with that. Haven't seen a doctor in a very long time who took the time with me, so I left confident in the course of treatment.

  • Team keeps me on track for upcoming necessary tests and appointments.

  • Everyone was so helpful in what I need to do. Dr. Chung is the most accurate in her Profession, she has a great bed side manner. Her staff are very respectful in peoples health care.

  • Dr. Chung and her staff understand everything about my health and have made my wife and I very comfortable. As good as it gets.

  • Everyone explained the process well. I was informed of each step in the process. I also want to compliment the nurses and technicians. They were very kind and considerate.

  • Dr. Chung is fantastic. She is knowledgeable, professional, kind and treats her patients with the utmost respect. Because of her skill and expertise as a surgeon, I am cancer free and feel amazing. I truly thank you from the bottom of my heart Dr. Chung.

  • It was done well

  • Dr. Chung was very professional, and knew everything about my medical problems.

  • This was my first visit. Everyone was pleasant and helpful. I had no wait time, was seen almost immediately, and Dr Chung was super! Informative, ready to answer questions, and practical in setting up a plan.

  • I was nervous about the biopsy. Office staff, technicians and physicians were very kind and gentle and made me feel comfortable and explained everything to me from before the procedure to home care. I felt like I was in the best of hands in Massachusetts. Not only today, but with all my previous mammogram's and ultrasound it's been great experiences. I recommend Southcoast Breast Center to all my female family members and friends.

  • Everyone was very nice

  • Compassionate amazing staff!

  • Dr. Chung is very personable. She makes you feel comfortable and explained everything in detail. Everyone at the breast center is very friendly and caring.

  • I am very pleased with Dr. Chung.

  • The whole experience was wonderful. Dr Chung explained everything thoroughly and the staff was amazing as well .

  • I receive the best care from my Southcoast healthcare team

  • Dr. Chung, as well as all of the staff, was the best as always.

  • Everybody was very nice and the doctor was very easy to listen to, and she explained everything

  • Dr Chung and her staff were very professional. Dr Chung was polite and extremely knowledgeable about my health history. She made me feel very comfortable and explained the medical terms in a clear manner to me. Very impressed!

  • They are always attentive, affectionate, friendly, and above all, very professional. Her interest and ability to make you feel important is incredible and amazing. They always try to resolve the situation with great interest and without taking time into consideration. I am very satisfied with the excellent service and personal treatment. Hats off to your professionalism. It is a great pleasure to be part of your service provided. Thank you for your efforts to improve my health.

  • Totally made me aware of what was to be done explaining each step so i knew exactly what to expect and why it needed to be done and what i would need to do after procedure was completed.

  • Perfect visit

  • Very well coordinated everything that needed to be accomplished. Everyone professional and caring.

  • Everyone was excellent! I was very nervous and they made me so comfortable!

  • Great team of professionals! very happy with this facility and everyone is always nice and supportive.

  • I was seen in a timely manner.Everyone including the Doctor was VERY POLITE AND UNDERSTANDING.

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