I have never written a negative review before, but my experience with this practice warrants it.
In March 2026, I saw Dr. Pullano, who performed a biopsy of my tongue. When I later called for the results, I was told it showed a precancerous lesion. During that conversation, Dr. Pullano presented me with two options: return every three months to monitor the area, or pursue laser treatment. I chose the latter.
She made a referral to Brigham and Women's Hospital for the laser procedure but was unable to answer basic questions about the treatment itself, including how many treatments would be required, whether it was painful, what recovery would involve, or other information a patient would reasonably need in order to make an informed decision.
Shortly afterward, Brigham and Women's informed me that they did not, in fact, offer the laser treatment. I then called Massachusetts General Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, and a physician affiliated with Massachusetts Eye and Ear--all to no avail.
I called the office again requesting another referral to Brigham's, assuming they would have more resources and knowledge of available treatment options. The person I spoke with asked whether I wanted to be referred to Tufts. I explained that I did not know which oral care center was most appropriate, and asked that they consult with Dr. Pullano and make a referral based on her clinical recommendation. I was also told Dr. Pullano would call me back. No referral was ever made, and I never received a call.
Over the following weeks, my calls to the office went unanswered. On two separate occasions, I was told Dr. Pullano would call me back by the end of the day. Both times, no call was received. I also left messages for both the assistant manager and the manager, none of which were returned.
It ultimately required me driving from Boston to Lynn in person before the receptionist contacted the manager, Jeff Bazille, in their Peabody office, who then agreed to look into the matter. When he finally called me back the following day--now in May--he was unapologetic, apathetic, and at times condescending. He essentially repeated the same unsuccessful efforts I had already made to locate the laser treatment elsewhere, only to confirm again that it was no longer available. No meaningful guidance, referrals, or alternative treatment options were offered.
Most concerning was that I had to suggest he consult with a more senior oral surgeon regarding other possible treatment options. As a patient told she has a precancerous lesion in a less commonly understood area, I should not have had to navigate this level of uncertainty and care coordination on my own.
As a social worker, I could not help but reflect on how concerning this experience is in a community like Lynn, which serves a richly diverse population, including many residents who may face language barriers. My on-going difficulty obtaining timely follow-up care and clear communication raises concern for other patients who may be navigating additional barriers.
I sincerely hope this practice improves its communication, follow-up, and patient advocacy moving forward. read more
