South Shore Medical Center in Quincy
Oncology • Quincy, MA • Since 1922 • 1 (Quincy) locations
About
South Shore Medical Center (SSMC) is part of South Shore Health, the largest independent health system in Southeastern Massachusetts. SSMC operates as a primary and specialty care provider within the South Shore Health network, alongside South Shore Hospital, South Shore VNA, and other affiliated services. The system emphasizes comprehensive care including hospital, surgical, home health, and preventive/wellness services, with partnerships to bring advanced medical care from Boston-area academic centers. If you’re looking specifically for care in Quincy, SSMC is the affiliated network you’d encounter within the South Shore Health system, which serves the South Shore region from its Massachusetts locations. For exact Quincy-based clinicians or locations, consider contacting South Shore Health or visiting their site for facility-specific details and appointments.
Clinic Type
Oncology
Address
1495 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02169, United States
Phone
781-624-8800
patientexperience@southshorehealth.org
Opening Hours
Sun: Closed; Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM-5:00 PM; Sat: Closed
Services Offered
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FAQs
What is the location address and how can I get there?
South Shore Medical Center is located at 1495 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02169. The Quincy office is in the heart of Quincy Center, with parking at Hancock Garage (25 Cottage Avenue). It is a short walk from Quincy Center MBTA station.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye and Postcard aggregator sites: 2.6 to 2.9 out of 5 stars (45 reviews (on specific aggregate sites))
Patients praise
- Clean and well-maintained facility with a recently renovated appearance
- Some staff, particularly midwifes and ultrasound technicians, praised for being supportive, kind, and thorough
- Positive experiences with specific, named physicians who are described as knowledgeable and caring
- Short wait times for scheduled appointments reported by some patients
Common complaints
- Issues with pharmacy department, including medication prescription errors and delays in sending scripts to the correct pharmacy
- Inconsistent bedside manner among providers, with reports of condescending or rude behavior in some instances
- Concerns regarding administrative competence regarding communication between staff and doctors
"The frustration is indescribable as I've once again been without my meds for a week bc they didn't send them to the pharmacy I told them to."
— Patient review regarding pharmacy services"I saw the midwife Julie today and her care went beyond my expectations. She did not rush through the appointment and answered all my questions taking the time."
— Patient review regarding a midwife appointmentSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Physical Therapy Dept. at SSMC is Moving to South Shore Health’s Outpatient Care Center | South Shore Health — Dec 15, 2025
- South Shore Health and Boston Children’s Hospital Expand Collaboration to Offer Pediatric Specialty Care and Surgery | South Shore Health — Jan 12, 2026
- South Shore Hospital Opens New West Unit, Expanding Patient Care Capacity | South Shore Health — Nov 19, 2025
- South Shore Health Earns National Recognition from AMA for Commitment to Provider Well-Being | South Shore Health — Sep 29, 2025
- South Shore Health Launches Day Treatment Program to Expand Early Addiction Recovery Services in Weymouth | South Shore Health — Sep 26, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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