Dennis LaRock, MD
Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Officer
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About Dennis LaRock, MD
Dr. Dennis LaRock is the Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Officer at Southcoast Health, effective March 1, 2024. This role is the senior-most physician leader for the Southcoast Health responsible for ensuring the highest levels of quality clinical care throughout the system.
He has over 25 years of clinical experience at Southcoast Health and extensive experience in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Dr. LaRock was the first surgeon to perform robotic surgery at Southcoast Health in 2008. Robotic surgery is now the standard of care for many surgical procedures across a number of surgical specialties. Throughout his career, he has introduced a number of new urological procedures in the Greater Fall River area in addition to robotic surgery, including prostate brachytherapy, and has conducted research on cryosurgical ablation for prostate cancer.
Dr. LaRock was named Physician-in-Chief of Surgical Services in 2022, and he will remain in this role for the immediate future as he assesses the new Physician-in-Chief structure that will report to him.
As the Physician-in-Chief of Surgical Services, Dr. LaRock oversees the surgical departments of Urology, Thoracic Surgery, Plastics, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Trauma, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the Brain & Spine Center. He will retain these responsibilities in addition to his roles as the Co-Chief of Urology and Chief of Robotic Surgery at Southcoast Health.
Dr. LaRock first became a member of the Southcoast Hospitals Group (SHG) Medical Staff in 1998 and his private practice joined Southcoast Physician Group (SPG) in 2012.
He completed his undergraduate and medical school studies at Boston University and completed his surgical residency in Urology at Tufts New England Medical Center. Later, he became an assistant professor at Tufts University School of Medicine where he has received several “Excellence in Teaching” awards.
Dr. LaRock is board certified in adult and pediatric urology and is a Diplomat of the American Board of Urology. He is a member of the American Urological Association and the Massachusetts Association of Practicing Urologists. He currently sees patients at the Southcoast Health outpatient offices in Fairhaven and Fall River, performing surgical cases in our SHG facilities.
Locations
1601 South Main Street
Fall River, MA
02720
Fall River, MA
02720
208 Mill Road
2nd Floor
Fairhaven, MA
02719
2nd Floor
Fairhaven, MA
02719
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
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Patient Comments (49)
Dr. LaRock is the friendliest and most caring doctor I have ever met. I wish all doctors were just like him. His staff is also fantastic.
Always took care of me in any situation Needed an appointment or needed to chat always supported
On time, friendly, professional
Dr. Larock gave me his complete attention and understanding. He made me feel heard, cared for and understood.
I can't imagine how you could have improved my experience with Dr. LaRock. Time and time and time again, he's on top of my situation. He's questioning my use of the medications that I'm using and he's doing a physical exam that checks my prostate, which is the most important thing I worry about. Like most of my experiences with South Coast, I'm extremely happy that Customers would recommend South Coast in a heartbeat. But Dr. LaRock stands out among all of them. He and [Name] [Name] stand out among all of them and their office staff stand out as well. Thank you for the opportunity to comment.
Everyone was great, in regards to the secretary at the check in window, the nurse who talked to me in the examining room before my doctor came in the room, the doctor himself, and the secretary at the check out area!!!
The doctor was kind, attentive. He took his time with me. He was thorough.
I appreciated Dr LaRock and his team in the successful treatment of my prostate cancer. I am very happy in my choice to be treated locally. Best decision I made.
Outstanding visit. Dr. .Larock is exceptional.
Dr. LaRock is the bomb! Great doctor, surgeon, and human being.
The best facilityAround
I was very satisfied with my care in every way. Thank you all and god bless. Good job everyone!!u00A0
Nothing more, all good- as is typical with SC physicians.
Hard to improve perfection
Dr Larock and his staff are phenomenal! I am so lucky to have him as my specialist
I am very fortunate to be a patient of Dr. Larock. He is a true asset to Southcoast Health.
Dr. LaRock explained everything clearly and answered all my questions.
I have no problem with the provider and the people that I associated and worked with. I have a problem with the capacity of the organization. It took way too long in order for me to get my testing done, into providers, surgery scheduled, all those things that really need to be better handled and fixed.
Only met with the providers twice everything seems fine.
South coast mostly is satisfactory. Dr. LaRock is thorough.
Routine interview. No problems.
DR LaRock is the Vert Best!! Please don't lose him!!
I have been a patient of Dr. LaRock for many years. He has many important responsibilities but always makes me feel like I am his only patient. Outstanding but down-to- earth. I have complete faith in Dr. LaRock. He's the best!
All good. Thanks Dr Larock!
Dr. LaRock is second to none! He is so smart, informative, down to earth, and had the absolute best bedside manner. He is truly an outstanding doctor! I would'nt go anywhere else, but with him and Southcoast Health.
Reliable, knowledgeable and thoroughly professional delivery of health care information. A very well-run medical practice that should serve as a model for others of similar scale in Southeastern Massachusetts.On a personal level, Dr. LaRock is a physician I trust. And there is nothing more important when navigating diagnostic complexities.
Dr Larock listens, thinks things through and offers thoughtful advice. Much appreciated!
Very nice good information
Dr LaRock is outstanding
Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Helpful and patient
Dr LaRock is a gem and an exemplar for all Southcoast physicians. I feel lucky to have him as my urologist.
After a complicated surgery he was part of the follow up visit was a great experience besides he explain everything to me, and explain the next steps. Great staff very professional
Doctor LaRock gave me his undivided attention and discussed with me any and all concerns.
I was seen as scheduled and the provider was aware of my history and seemed to genuinely interested in listening to my input. He listens carefully and asks appropriate questions. It's always to pleasure to. Is it with him and know he cares.
Great experience - nothing to complain about.
Dr. LaRock at Southcoast Urology is a very knowledgeable and kind man. He's one of the very best doctors I've ever met. Also the staff are very caring and efficient.
Dr. LaRock is knowledgeable and has been involved in my urological care for 8 yrs. He is responsible for the progress that I have in battling a recurring prostate condition.
Excellent doctor/care.
Always a great experience meeting with Doctor Larock. He is careful, thoughtful, and comprehensive. I always come away with more knowledge about my condition(s) and with a plan to address them.
My experience with Dr. LaRock was good. He explained everything that was of concern to me regarding my upcoming surgery. Pleasant experience.
I had all questions answered thoroughly and was impressed by Dr. LaRocks knowledge. Mt experience was excellent.
Professional with clear communication
Dr. LaRock is the best provider.
I couldn't ask for a better experience , always seen on time and I always get all my questions answered thank you Dr. LaRock.
No complaints. Great doc.
Just a really good group of people doing an outstanding job each and every day.Dennis LaRock is a pleasure to meet with. I am grateful to have him as my provider. I'm actually in awe of what he does in the OR.
Dr LaRock was as always very thorough. Courteous and knowledgeable
the doctor and staff was great
Totally beyond expectations