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Summary
Dr. Richard Pierson treats thoracic aortic aneurysm, heart failure, and aortic dissection, and performs therapeutic hypothermia. He has practiced thoracic surgery and surgery for 43 years and is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Pierson earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 43 years of experience
- Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard N Pierson has 2 locationsMassachusetts General Hospital Neurosurgery
55 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114 Tel: (617) 726-1002
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 43 Years of Experience | |||
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| Boston , MA | Somerville , MA | Boston , MA | Brockton , MA |
| Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard N Pierson
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard N Pierson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard N Pierson has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
43 Years Experience
Dr. Richard N Pierson 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 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1983.
NPI Number
Dr. Pierson's NPI number is 1235152398.
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- Dr. Richard Pierson is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.
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