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- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Sherry D Scovell
Sherry Scovell, MD, is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon in the Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Scovell’s area of interest is diagnosis and treatment of superficial vein thrombosis, but she also specializes in the evaluation and treatment of other venous vascular conditions including varicose veins, venous disease and leg swelling. She is also a leading expert in the treatment of spider veins. Dr. Scovell works closely with every patient to assure the most appropriate treatment of their vascular issues, utilizing the most cutting-edge minimally invasive equipment and techniques.
In regard to research, Dr. Scovell is well-published in the literature on lower extremity vascular and endovascular surgery arterial and venous surgery. She authors numerous chapters on venous disease and endovascular therapies, and speaks nationally on the optimal diagnosis and treatment for superficial thrombophlebitis and the treatment of venous disease.
Dr. Scovell received her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati Medical College, and completed her general surgical residency at the Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia, then affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center. She spent one year researching the underlying pathophysiology of abdominal aortic development and growth during her residency. She then completed an intensive two-year vascular and endovascular surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. As a result of her novel training in Cleveland, she was named the director of endovascular surgery at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA, and established their endovascular surgery program prior to coming to Mass General. In 2009, Dr. Scovell established the venous vascular surgery practice at the Mass General Center for Outpatient Care in Danvers, MA, where she now serves as director.
Dr. Scovell received her board certification in general surgery in 2002 and her specialty board certification in vascular surgery in 2003. She re-certified in vascular surgery in 2012. Academically, Dr. Scovell is an assistant professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School and is an active member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, the New England Vascular Surgical Society, Boston Surgical Society, the American Venous Forum and the American College of Phlebology. She is an advocate for transparency in medicine.
Related News and Articles
Top Causes of Blood Clots in the Legs and How to Avoid Them—Harvard Health Publishing 08/01/2021
Blood clots that form in the deep veins of the legs can cause leg symptoms. What causes this, what are the symptoms and how can you prevent them? Dr. Scovell answers these questions and more.
Vanquish your Varicose Veins—Harvard Health Publishing 04/01/2022
Over time, superficial leg veins become twisted and engorged, bulging under the surface of the skin, a condition called varicose veins. Dr. Scovell shares more about how to address varicose veins early to prevent complications.
Locations
- Massachusetts General Vein Care Center
- 104 Endicott Street, Medical Office Building; Suite 200, Danvers, MA 01923
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- phone: 978-882-6885
- fax: 978-882-6860
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, Vascular Surgery, 2002
- Residency: Graduate Hospital, General Surgery, 2000
- Medical Education: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 1994
Board Certifications
- Vascular Surgery: American Board of Surgery, 2003
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Maine Community Health Options
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
147 ratings, 62 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/6/2026
My provider saw me using virtual tools because she took time out of her day off to see me. Her care was above and beyond expectations.
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr. Scovell is an outstanding doctor. Her knowledge, professionalism, and the way she interacts with her patients makes her a doctor who is very much respected.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
The doctors and the nurses at the Mass General are the best in the business. I'm appreciating that they're local for me and they help me unbelievable. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/12/2026
I think Dr. Scovell is excellent. She came highly recommended by a former patient and another health care provider. I would also highly recommend her should someone need a vascular surgeon.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Dr. Scovell is very thorough and has always been very helpful with her opinions.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Dr Scovell is outstanding. She is very compassionate and caring. I highly recommend her as she is the best in her field.
- Reviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr. Scovell was knowledgeable, professional, extremely competent. I would recommend her to anyone.
- Reviewed on 12/29/2025
My Doctor was very professional, courteous, listened to me and took the time to answer all my questions.
- Reviewed on 12/23/2025
great doctor
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Covered all my concerns and set up a future plan.
- Reviewed on 12/20/2025
She's amazing
- Reviewed on 12/20/2025
Dr. Scovell is an expert in this field and I trust my care with her one hundred percent!
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr. Scovell 's patient rapport is excellent! She is very thorough and explained results of the ultrasound in a way I could understand. She also recommended getting more input from one of her colleagues .
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr Scovell and her staff are excellent.
- Reviewed on 12/1/2025
no.complaints. Appt went well as usual
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
Everything went just fine. I understand the procedure and I'm following her directions until my next checkup in another week or so.
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
It was a very nice visit with Sherry. She spent time with me and listened to me. I thought that was very important. I would recommend her. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
I had a great experience and left feeling heard
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
The ultrasound technician and staff associated with the doctor were all excellent. It was a very positive experience for me.
- Reviewed on 11/15/2025
On time visit
- Reviewed on 11/11/2025
She listen and explained treatment plan and ordered follow up with. Primary also Also had very informative write up of my health history
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr Scovell is very kind, caring and listeners to all you have to say.
- Reviewed on 11/4/2025
I had such a wonderful appointment with doctor SHERRY D SCOVELL and the nurse. They were incredibly caring and took the time to listen to everything - I'm so grateful for their kindness and professionalism.
- Reviewed on 11/3/2025
Dr Scovell and her team have restored my faith in Hospital visits
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Dr. Sherry Scovell is professional, easy to understand and talk to and demonstrates care and concern for your wellbeing.
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
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- Reviewed on 10/19/2025
Dr Schovell I'd thoughtful and compassionate.she is the consummate Professional.
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr Scovell is compassionate, clinically outstanding and she engages her patient in clinical decision-making. A kind, lovely person!! Her nurse Jamie is great-very organized, thorough, friendly. I am always impressed with the practice.
- Reviewed on 9/29/2025
Dr Scovell is the best shes kind caring very bright I honestly wished all my Dr's cared as much as she does. She never rushes and makes sure your confortable and gets you in when needed and you see her NOT a PA I refuse to see PA's
- Reviewed on 9/21/2025
First rate experience from start to finish. Nurse/doctor were courteous, patient, and thorough. I feel extremely well advised
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
I had been examined by Dr. Scovell 3 years ago. I was impressed with her then, and I was just as impressed with her warmth and professionalism this week. She listens and understands my concerns and my mentality about my medical care. Then she made recommendations to fit my needs. Frankly, Dr. Scovell is one of the most impressive physicians that I have ever encountered! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 9/9/2025
This office is always very nice and professional!
- Reviewed on 8/15/2025
The Doctor was very attentive , professional and personable. Would highly recommend her .
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
Sherri Scovell is always very thorough, patient and compassionate. Very happy being her patient.
- Reviewed on 8/8/2025
My experience with Dr Scovell and staff could not be better through the years. She is fabulous. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
The doctor is extremely knowledgeable and cares about patients! She's great and I would highly recommend her!
- Reviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr Sherry Scovell is intelligent caring communicative and wonderful to work with.
- Reviewed on 7/20/2025
She is a fabulous doctor
- Reviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr Scovell and her staff are awesome
- Reviewed on 7/6/2025
I appreciate the focus and great advice on my concerns .
- Reviewed on 7/3/2025
She was thorough and answered all my questions
- Reviewed on 7/2/2025
I love Dr. Scovell she has worked on me before and has a lovely bedside manner.
- Reviewed on 7/1/2025
Caring, attentive, knowledgeable, respectful
- Reviewed on 6/29/2025
Dr Scovell is excellent and very knowledgeable about my health and shows me great care and professional support for my health. A great doctor that I wish I had earlier. MGH has been fantastic since switching from Lahey which was quite bad.
- Reviewed on 6/27/2025
The doctor showed compassion and kindness. She explained procedures clearly and spoke in a positive manner.
- Reviewed on 6/26/2025
My provider was knowledgeable and very patient with obtaining my history. The examination was excellent. And above all, I was made to feel comfortable throughout the entire course of the visit.
- Reviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr. scovell is wonderful.
- Reviewed on 6/15/2025
Very professional, kind and understanding of my medical needs. She explained everything very clearly on how the procedure works. She listened to all my questions and explained everything so I understood all the different things regarding the procedure.
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr. Scovell is very professional and educated me in regards to the procedure in depth. She is a great listener and also very respectful and compassionate and patient! Highly recommend
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
She was excellent
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr.Scovell is a caring and attentive doctor. She takes the time to listen and discuss issues, offers helpful suggestions and follows up with phone calls after any testing. I highly recommend her and her practice.
- Reviewed on 5/25/2025
Very punctual and the DOCTOR and all the staff were friendly, polite and professional.
- Reviewed on 5/25/2025
This team is Amazing!!! I was having a problem that my primary couldn't seem to resolve or showed any care about finding a solution, and Dr. Scovell's Team helped immediately! Beyond grateful, Thank You!
- Reviewed on 5/25/2025
Great experience
- Reviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Scovell is definitely among the best in the Medical Field. She possesses all the qualities and knowledge that make her shine - compassion, concern, and a caring interaction with her patients.
- Reviewed on 5/18/2025
Great experience took her time Was my first appointment with her
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
Great hospital!
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr. Scovell is one of the best physicians that I have ever had the pleasure of calling my doctor. She is very professional, experienced and knowledgeable. It took me 3 years to find a good doctor and I ended up with a great one. She is the best. I have pre existing condition and she has helped me so much over the last year. She is incredible!
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
The whole experience was very comfortable and I got all the information I needed and I really liked Dr. Scovell very much and her staff.
- Reviewed on 4/7/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 3/31/2025
Wonderful physician and person
- Reviewed on 3/30/2025
Dr. Scovell is one of the most caring and professional physicians I have seen throughout my medical journeys. Based on my description of my concerns which I related to her assistant on the phone, she ordered an ultrasound the next morning and I saw her after the test. Her original assessment of my problem was correct, and I began treatment immediately. I am so grateful for her and her expertise.