Peter M. Black, Neurosurgeon
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Peter M. Black

Neurosurgeon

67 Union Street Natick Massachusetts, 01760
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About

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

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 54 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Neurosurgery

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

Peter M. Black's Practice location

67 Union Street -
Natick, Massachusetts 01760
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