Walter J. Boris, DO

Walter Boris, DO, FACOS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained thoracic surgeon performing many advanced minimally invasive procedures. He is part of the Penn Medicine | Virtua Health Cancer Program. Dr. Boris earned his medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship at Memorial Hospital in York, Pennsylvania, and his general surgery residency at Community General Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisburg. Dr. Boris completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic and thoracic surgery at Deborah Heart and Lung Center. He has served as a professor at area universities, helping to train future generations of physicians. Dr. Boris has published research in multiple medical journals and presented at conferences nationally and internationally. Patients describe Dr. Boris as professional, helpful, and thorough, praising his clear explanations, use of visual aids, and commitment to ensuring they understand their care. Read how Dr. Boris helped a local runner diagnosed with lung cancer return to participating in triathlons.