Summary

Dr. Thomas Risser is a cardiovascular disease specialist with extensive expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital. With 54 years of clinical experience, Dr. Risser brings decades of knowledge to his cardiovascular practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Risser practices at CHA Cambridge Hospital in Cambridge, Massachusetts. His clinical focus includes treating heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and hypertension. He performs diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms, ambulatory EKG monitoring, and contrast echocardiography to evaluate heart function. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.9 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.9
  • 54 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Brigham & Womens Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Cha Cambridge Hospital

1493 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInfectious DiseasePathology
Accepts New Patients
4.9 
54 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Cambridge , MACambridge , MABoston , MAWrentham , MA
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Aaron Risser

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Aaron Risser has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Aaron Risser has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Dr. Thomas Aaron Risser holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Brigham & Womens Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Risser's NPI number is 1245296342.

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What languages does Dr. Thomas Risser speak?
Dr. Thomas Risser speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Thomas Risser's office located?
Dr. Thomas Risser's office is located at 1493 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA, 02139.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Risser affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Risser is affiliated with Cha Cambridge Hospital.

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