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Dr. Douglas Hughes is a neurologist and psychiatrist who brings 45 years of medical experience to their practice. They earned their medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine and completed their residency training at Tufts University School of Medicine. This dual specialty background allows Dr. Hughes to provide comprehensive care for conditions affecting both the nervous system and mental health.
Dr. Hughes practices at Boston Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. Their extensive experience spanning nearly five decades has given them deep expertise in treating complex neurological and psychiatric conditions. The combination of neurology and psychiatry training enables them to address the intricate connections between brain function and mental health in their patient care approach.
Dr. Hughes practices at Boston Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. Their extensive experience spanning nearly five decades has given them deep expertise in treating complex neurological and psychiatric conditions. The combination of neurology and psychiatry training enables them to address the intricate connections between brain function and mental health in their patient care approach.
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Quick Facts
- 45 years of experience
- Tufts University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 office location
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| Neurology | Psychiatry | Psychiatry | Psychiatry |
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Boston , MA | Newton Center , MA | Brookline , MA | Boston , MA |
| Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Nacional De Rosario | Med School: Harvard University | Med School: University of North Carolina |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Douglas Histed Hughes has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Douglas Histed Hughes has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Tufts University School Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine in 1981.
NPI Number
Dr. Hughes' NPI number is 1275554602.
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