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Dr. Peter Lydon, MD

General Surgery*
5.0 (21)
Map Pin Small Norwood, MA
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Peter Lydon, MD

Dr. Peter Lydon, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Norwood, MA. They specialize in General Surgery, has 42 years of experience. They graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and is affiliated with Saint Anne''s Hospital, Good Samaritan Medical Center and Norwood Hospital. Dr. Lydon, completed a residency at St Elizabeths Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Lydon an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Lydon works at SMG General Surgery, Norwood in Norwood, MA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Lydon's Office Locations

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    SMG General Surgery, Norwood
    825 Washington St Ste 220, Norwood, MA 02062 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (781) 762-2600

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  • Saint Anne''s Hospital
  • Good Samaritan Medical Center
  • Norwood Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    • 42 years of experience
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    • 1801874532
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • St Elizabeths Hospital
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    Internship
    • St. Elizabeth's Hospital
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    • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
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    Dr. Lydon works at SMG General Surgery, Norwood in Norwood, MA. View the full address on Dr. Lydon’s profile.

    21 patients have reviewed Dr. Lydon. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lydon.

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