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Summary
Dr. Diane Shao, MD, PhD, is a neurologist in the Department of Neurology at Boston Children’s Hospital and an instructor of neurology at Harvard Medical School. She specializes in pediatric neurogenetics and neurodevelopmental disorders, with clinical and research expertise focused on brain malformations, rare genetic neurologic conditions, epilepsy, and developmental disabilities. Dr. Shao earned both her medical degree and PhD from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency and fellowship training in child neurology and neurogenetics at Boston Children’s Hospital. In addition to her clinical care, she leads research investigating the genetic and somatic causes of childhood brain disorders using advanced genomic and single-cell technologies. She is recognized for her compassionate, family-centered approach and commitment to advancing precision medicine for children with complex neurologic conditions.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 11 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- Childrens Hospital Boston
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Department of Neurology
300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115 Tel: (617) 919-5323
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: New York University School Of Medicine | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Diane Shao
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Diane Shao has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
11 Years Experience
Diane Shao holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Childrens Hospital Boston.
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School and Harvard Medical School in 2015.
NPI Number
Diane Shao's NPI number is 1497149900.
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