
Peter M. Black
Neurosurgeon
67 Union Street Natick Massachusetts, 01760About
Peter M. Black, MD, PhD, FACS, works at Metrowest Physicians Services in Natick, Massachusetts. Having copmleted over 5,000 brain tumor operations, Dr. Black also specializes in meningiomas, pituitary tumors, gliomas, acoustic neuromas, metastatic tumors, skull base tumors and other brain tumors; hydrocephalus; and selected spine disorders. Well known internationally as neurosurgeon and author, Dr. Black is also the President of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies. His latest texts include Meningiomas: A Comprehensive Text and Core Techniques in Operative Neurosurgery.
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Education and Training
McGill University Montreal
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgeons- Neurosurgery
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Distinguished Service Award of the Joint Section on Tumors from the American Association of Neurological Surgeons
- Bucy and Magnus Medals
- Best Doctors in America
- Best Doctors in Boston
- Patients' Choice Award
Professional Society Memberships
- Society of Neurological Surgery, Society of University Neurosurgeons, Academy of Neurosurgeons
Articles and Publications
- Published more than 500 papers and seven books on neurosurgical disorders and their treatment
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work, Dedication, Surrounded by Nice People
Hobbies / Sports
- Music, Travel
Favorite professional publications
- Worldneurosurgery
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