Lori J Wirth, MD

Lori J Wirth, MD

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4.904294 average rating from 163 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Danvers, MA
  • Boston, MA

Lori Wirth, MD is a Professor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and joined Massachusetts General Hospital in 2008 to become the Medical Director of the Center for Head and Neck Cancers.

Dr. Wirth attended Brown University as an undergraduate, then obtained her MD from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she had the distinction of being nominated to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr. Wirth was a fellow in Hematology/Oncology at Harvard's Dana-Farber/Mass General Brigham CancerCare Fellowship Program. Dr. Wirth was on staff in Head and Neck Oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston.

Dr. Wirth is a leading authority in head and neck oncology, with special expertise in combined modality therapy for cancers of the head and neck, and new treatments for advanced thyroid cancers. She sits on national and international committees that guide cancer treatment and research efforts.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Hematology & Medical Oncology (Internal Medicine), 2003
  • Residency: New York- Presbyterian Hospital, Cornell Campus, Internal Medicine, 2000
  • Medical Education: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons***NSCH, 1997

Board Certifications

  • Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Medicine

Languages Spoken

  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.904294 average rating from 163 reviews

  • Dr. Wirth is always very professional and always listens to what the patient has to say. Dr. Wirth explains things and always involves the patient in the plan of care. I am very fortunate to have Dr. Wirth on my care team.

    2026-07-01

  • Very through and receptive to my needs and concerns.

    2026-07-01

  • It was a great privilege to meet with Dr. Lori Wirth, who is renowned for her pioneering efforts in the Redifferentiation of thyroid cancer with the BRAF mutation. Dr. Wirth is kind and gracious, and is truly gifted in her ability to explain medical information. I feel enormously grateful for the time and expertise of Dr. Wirth.

    2026-06-28

  • Dr. Wirth answered my questions, listened, and connected me with follow up providers.

    2026-06-27

  • Discussion included several complex options. I would have liked 15 minutes more to review.

    2026-06-22

  • She's awesome. Very knowledgeable, I always feel good after hearing what she has to say.

    2026-06-18

  • Dr. Wirth is excellent in all respects.

    2026-06-17

  • I am very fortunate to have Dr. Wirth as my specialist physician overseeing my health.

    2026-06-16

  • She is excellent at explaining complex medical issues . Always friendly and supportive.

    2026-06-16

  • Have had a fine relationship with Dr.Wirth thru the years.She is always accommodating. Her explanations are delivered in a understandable manner.Its a pleasure working with her.

    2026-05-31

  • Dr. Wirth provides professional, thorough, and informed care. I can't imagine having anybody better than her. I would recommend her to any and all people that I would know.

    2026-05-29

  • He was very concerned about my history and we changed a few medications to improve my situation.

    2026-05-26

  • They provide the best care on every visit . God Bless them all .

    2026-05-20

  • Excellent

    2026-05-18

  • Dr. Wirth has been an excellent doctor for me. [redacted]

    2026-05-15

  • Dr. Wirth was on time and very nice. She made me very comfortable. when I left, I wasn't scared anymore.

    2026-05-13

  • Perfect

    2026-05-06

  • I have been with Dr. Wirth for 15 years, she has saved my life along with my other doctors I have had with the Mass General Hospital. I rate them all a ten

    2026-05-03

  • She seems to want me as a patient and I am fortunate to have her as my doctor

    2026-04-27

  • The doctor could not be better.

    2026-04-27

  • Yes, Dr. Wirth and her associate, Dr. [redacted], were very knowledgeable in my care, in the communication about next steps, and also very compassionate in their sharing of any observations, of diagnoses. They were outstanding. Thank you.

    2026-04-29

  • She is the best. Talks directly at me not over my head.

    2026-04-08

  • Love the Danvers facility - convenient and well managed. Thank you for bringing top notch, brilliant providers to the suburbs.

    2026-03-25

  • Dr. Wirth and her team, are exceptional!!

    2026-03-18

  • Very thorough evaluation by both Dr Wirth and her fellow. As a physician myself, I know thorough when I see it! I actually travel from out of state twice a year to see Dr Wirth.

    2026-03-17

  • The phlebotomists in the office are terrific! Dr. Wirth has been there for me every step of my cancer journey. She and her staff have been very responsive to questions via the portal. I feel very fortunate to have her as my Oncologist.

    2026-03-12

  • Dr. Wirth is very caring and professional. If she tells me something, I believe it because I know she has done the research and this is the best care available to me. I always look forward to my visits with her as I know she is looking out for me and the best treatment.

    2026-03-10

  • Graditude for such thoughtful care

    2026-03-02

  • I am so grateful to Dr Wirth. She is always professional and takes her time with my concerns.

    2026-03-02

  • Dr. Wirth and her staff are knowledgeable, courteous and professional.

    2026-02-23

  • Dr. Wirth was knowledgeable about my issue. She was compassionate and listened to my concerns. She also made an effort to list the positive aspects of my case.

    2026-02-04

  • Dr Wirth was very well informed about my test results explained them to me very well .

    2026-01-31

  • Experience excellent in all regards.

    2026-01-29

  • Yes, I've been with Dr. Wirth for several years now with my cancer diagnosis and she's always been honest with me and has always directed me thus far in the correct direction and I believe in her and I have a great deal of faith in her abilities and opinions. [redacted]

    2026-01-29

  • Dr. Wirth was very well informed regarding my case overall and has been part of my care team now for the last two years. My wife and daughter also attended this visit and all of our questions were answered thoughtfully and completely by Dr. Wirth.

    2026-01-29

  • Following my visit I felt very comfortable with Dr wirth. Her explanation on the course of treatment was very helpful.

    2026-01-21

  • I have great respect for, and confidence in, Dr Wirth. I am in very good hands in terms of my cancer treatment.

    2026-01-23

  • Dr. Wirth was an excellent Doctor. Her treatment plan was spot on, and she was supportive during my treatment. In fact, all the Clinicians on my team were outstanding!

    2026-01-18

  • Excellent,

    2026-01-14

  • I was clear of cancer

    2025-12-28

  • She is a genius goddess. Dr. Wirth is personable and professional and candid and kind and all the things. The best in the world

    2025-12-24

  • Dr Wirth is fantastic and I'm very pleased to have her as my care provider.

    2025-12-21

  • Dr. Lori Wirth has always provided the best care for my cancer, has always been receptive to my concerns and questions,and has been warm and considerate.

    2025-12-16

  • Dr. Wirth is very caring, always willing to help, and includes the patient in the treatment plan. I would highly recommend her to anybody. She is the best.

    2025-12-16

  • Dr. Wirth is an amazing doctor and Mass General is lucky to have her She is caring and spends time with her patients It is clear that Dr. Wirth is extremely experienced very passionate about what she does. She is a true professional, and we are lucky to have her heading up our team of doctors

    2025-12-07

  • Definitely took the time to explain why certain test were being ordered and overall very with the visir

    2025-11-20

  • The doctor was as excellent and explained everything. I could have been in better hands.

    2025-10-27

  • She's excellent and very knowledgeable.

    2025-10-29

  • Dr. Wirth was patient, very knowledgeable, reassuring, caring, and a thoughtful listener

    2025-10-27

  • all is good.

    2025-10-23

  • I've always had great care from Dr. Wirth and her staff.

    2025-10-23

  • I had a number of appointments over the afternoon. It all went smoothly.

    2025-10-22

  • Outstanding knowledge and advice. Extremely helpful.

    2025-10-19

  • Dr Wirth takes time to ask about myself and family before we talk about medical items. She is direct, clear in her communication and takes time to answer any of my questions or concerns

    2025-10-15

  • My provider is courteous and very attentive to my concerns. Provides me with detailed explanation answers to questions.

    2025-10-13

  • Dr. Wirth was exceptionally kind and compassionate, as well as extremely professional about providing me with all of the information that I needed, period. I'm very grateful to her and her team for explaining the many aspects of my ongoing care needs, period.

    2025-10-10

  • Excellent discussion of medical issues. Comprehensive analysis of options.

    2025-09-23

  • She was very easy to understand and I did not feel rushed.

    2025-09-16

  • All good

    2025-09-14

  • Great doctor, saved my life.

    2025-09-13

  • I was completely comfortable with the Doctor during this visit. My concerns were all addressed.

    2025-09-08

  • Dr. Wirth is extremely helpful and capable. We love her.

    2025-09-08

  • This was a terrific experience. Her skill at putting my situation into context made a huge difference in my understanding.

    2025-09-08

  • Well done ?

    2025-09-04

  • I am grateful for the expertise, attention, and personalized care that I am receiving. It is reassuring to know that I am in the best of hands during this challenging time

    2025-09-06

  • Have always had excellent care from the receptionist to my care provider. [redacted]

    2025-09-04

Accepted Insurance

  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Wellpoint
  • United Health Care
  • WellSense
  • Medicaid ME
  • Humana
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid NH
  • WellSense NH
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
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  • Coventry
  • Medicaid RI
  • Beech Street
  • Medicare ACO
  • Medicaid VT
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  • Medicare - NH
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  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicaid CT
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  • Medicare
  • Aetna
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