Summary

Dr. Thomas Risser is a cardiovascular disease specialist and internal medicine physician who brings over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Brigham & Women's Hospital. With 54 years of experience treating heart conditions and providing comprehensive internal medicine care, Dr. Risser has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex cardiovascular cases. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Risser practices at CHA Cambridge Hospital in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he focuses on treating heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and high blood pressure. He performs diagnostic procedures including electrocardiograms and ambulatory EKG monitoring to evaluate heart rhythm problems. Dr. Risser also conducts contrast echocardiography to provide detailed images of heart function and structure. Patients consistently rate his care highly, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 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

Office Location

Cha Cambridge Hospital

1493 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseEmergency MedicineHospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.9 
54 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Cambridge , MACambridge , MAThe Villages , FLPlymouth , MA
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brigham & Womens Hospital

Medical School

Pennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Thomas Risser's office located?
Dr. Thomas Risser's office is located at 1493 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA, 02139.
Does Dr. Thomas Risser accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Thomas Risser has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Thomas Risser accepting new patients?
Dr. Thomas Risser has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Thomas Risser accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thomas Risser accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Risser speak?
Dr. Thomas Risser speaks English and Spanish.

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