Paul S. Unger, MD, FACP, FASCO
Hematologist and Medical Oncologist
Specialties
Medical Oncology
General information
Gender:
Male
Language:
Interpreter Services Available,
English
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
Offers Video Visits
Experience
Education & Training
Fellowship
Brigham and Women's Hospital - Medical Oncology
Residency
New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center - Internal Medicine
Internship
New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center - Internal Medicine
Doctor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Bachelor of Arts/Artium Baccalaureus
Wesleyan University - Chemistry
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology
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My Locations
University of Vermont Medical Center
111 Colchester Avenue
Main Campus, Main Pavilion, Level 2
Burlington, VT 05401-1473
Insurance Accepted
Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. For behavioral health services, coverage may differ from medical benefits — even if your insurance plan is accepted. All patients are encouraged to contact their insurer to confirm coverage before scheduling.
Oncology, University of Vermont Medical Center
- Aetna
- Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) (HMO only)
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA (includes Dental)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
- Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
- Delta Dental
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange products)
- First Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
- Medicare*
- MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
- Optum Rx
- POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
- St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare (excludes United / Optum Behavioral Health)
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Last Updated: 5/28/2026
Patient Ratings & Comments
Most Recent Comments
June 26, 2026
We were discussing recent scans. He showed me the current scan compared to previous one.
June 13, 2026
Great!
June 12, 2026
Dr. Unger was fantastic. He listened to my concerns and provided well informed answers. He was far superior to the two prior oncologists I met with earlier in the year. He gave me the time I needed to properly understand my particular situation and offered a helpful path forward.
June 8, 2026
Dr Unger very personable
May 28, 2026
Dr. Unger is and always has been a top shelf Doctor
May 28, 2026
Dr Unger is an exemplary medical professional!
May 23, 2026
Dr Unger made whatever the journey lies ahead me a little less insurmountable by navigating the road ahead clearer and brighter
May 22, 2026
Dr. Unger is the BEST -
May 21, 2026
Dr Unger is a wonderful physician. He takes time and listens to you. I highly recommend him. He has been my physician for 17 years.
May 16, 2026
I have been a patient of Dr. Ungers since 2012 and he is an excellent oncologist, I feel like I am in good hands with him and he treats me with respect and as an individual.
March 30, 2026
Dr. Unger has always been very understanding of my questions & concerns. He also has always been willing to allow me to decide possible treatment after giving me his professional, data-based opinion.
March 30, 2026
Dr. Unger is an excellent doctor. Very concerned and caring about patients. As is his whole staff. I am very glad and feel very fortunate enough to have Dr. Unger as a doctor.
March 18, 2026
Excellent Doctor!!
March 18, 2026
Keeps my pulmonologist informed and involved.
February 19, 2026
Dr. Unger is terrific! I always leave meetings with him feeling that my concerns and questions have been answered. I always feel that I'm being taken care of very well and leave meetings with him feeling very encouraged.
February 14, 2026
Dr. Paul Unger is excellent!
January 24, 2026
Dr Unger is the best of the best
January 22, 2026
Dr. Unger is great-caring, knowledgeable!
January 13, 2026
I have been seen by Dr. Unger for several years and have always been impressed with both his knowledge and professionalism but his willingness to answer my questions and address my concerns I have always felt we were partners in my treatment.
December 30, 2025
Awesome.