Thomas Ptak, MD

Diagnostic Radiology, Neuroradiology, Trauma and Emergency Radiology

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Overview

Languages spoken

  • English
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About

Philosophy of care

I believe evaluating and treating each patient as a whole rather than a sum of individual parts is paramount to understanding and treating disease.

Why I entered medicine

A medical career allows me to contribute my knowledge and time to improve people’s lives.

Community involvement

I mentor students in the sciences and engineering. I also take part in public health projects and endeavors dealing with wellness.

Personal interests

I enjoy music, technology and outdoor activities.

Education

Undergraduate
 Fitchburg State University, Bachelor of Science (BS), 1981

Undergraduate
 Fitchburg State University, Bachelor of Science in Biology (BABIO), 1983

Graduate
 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Master of Science (MS), 1985

Graduate
 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), 1987

Medical School
 Albany Medical College, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1990

Graduate
 Harvard School of Public Health, Masters of Public Health (MPH), 2000

Training

Internship 1991
 Internal Medicine, Faulkner Hospital, Boston, MA

Residency 1995
 Diagnostic Radiology, Lahey Clinic Arlington, Arlington, MA

Residency 1997
 Neuroradiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA

Fellowship 1997
 Neuroradiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA

Certifications

American Board of Radiology - Neuroradiology
American Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology
American Board of Preventive Medicine - Clinical Informatics

Publications & Clinical Trials

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