The 20 Best Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Doctors Near Me in Newton, MA

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The 20 Best Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Doctors near Newton, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 468 doctor with experience in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) near Newton, MA. Of these, 414 are Experienced, 46 are Advanced, 7 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Neurology
    Elite in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Neurology

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lee Schwamm is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Schwamm is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.

    Lisa M. Fleming
    Advanced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine | Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine | Transplant Surgery

    CardioVascular Institute Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Fleming is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Transplant Surgeon in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Fleming has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Joseph P. Kannam
    Advanced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    CardioVascular Institute Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Kannam is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Kannam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Warren J. Manning
    Distinguished in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    CVI - Cardiovascular Clinic

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 7, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Warren Manning is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Manning is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    David E. Searls
    Distinguished in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Distinguished in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    David Searls is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Searls is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Vertigo, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Magdy H. Selim
    Distinguished in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Distinguished in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Stroke Division, 330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Magdy Selim is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Selim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Evan Appelbaum
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    Men's Health Boston

    200 Boylston Street, Suite A309, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan Appelbaum is an Internal Medicine provider in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Appelbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Lester S. Shoap
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    BILHPC, The Street - Chestnut Hill

    25 Boylston Street, Suite 204, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lester Shoap is an Internal Medicine provider in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Shoap is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Atrial Fibrillation.

    Anne B. Riley
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    Riley York Cardiology Associates

    65 Walnut Street, Suite 301, 
    Wellesley, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Riley is an Internal Medicine provider in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Dr. Riley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), His Bundle Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Meghan York
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    Riley York Cardiology Associates

    65 Walnut Street, Suite 301, 
    Wellesley, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Meghan York is an Internal Medicine provider in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Dr. York is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure.

    Advanced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Advanced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

    Newton Wellesley Primary Care P C.

    2000 Washington St Ste 567, 
    Newton Lower Falls, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eduardo Garcia is a Neurologist in Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Headache, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    CardioVascular Institute Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Thomas O'halloran is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. O'halloran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Necrosis, and Acute Coronary Syndrome.

    Ian C. Mccormick
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 1st Floor, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ian Mccormick is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Mccormick has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Angioplasty.

    Laurie M. Gordon
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laurie Gordon is a Neurologist in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Headache, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Margot A. Geffroy
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Margot Geffroy is a Neurologist in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Geffroy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Her top areas of expertise are Headache, Peripheral Neuropathy, Memory Loss, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).

    Jessica A. Haffajee
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    CardioVascular Institute Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Haffajee is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Haffajee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Her top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atrial Fibrillation.

    Ghania Y. Akiki
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham Hospitalists

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French

    Ghania Akiki is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Akiki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Her top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Sepsis, Interstitial Nephritis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Perminder Dhillon
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Internal Medicine

    BILHPC, 310 Chestnut Street, Needham

    310 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Perminder Dhillon is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

    Christian T. Ruff
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian T. Ruff, MD, MPH is the Director of General Cardiology in the Cardiovascular Division at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA and an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Ruff graduated from Harvard University, earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and his masters of public health from the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Ruff completed his internal medicine residency and cardiovascular medicine fellowship at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Dr. Ruff is a Senior Investigator in the Thrombolysis in Myocardial Infarction (TIMI) Study Group and serves the Director of the Genetics Core Laboratory and the Co-Chairman of the Clinical Events Committee. He has led a broad array of projects, ranging from investigator initiated studies of biomarkers and genetic variants to large clinical trials. Dr. Ruff has served on international clinical guideline committees and has been invited to give hundreds of lectures nationally and internationally. He has authored many scholarly articles, editorials, reviews, and book chapters that include the New England Journal of Medicine, Lancet, Journal of the American Medical Association, American Journal of Medicine, Circulation, Journal of the American College of Cardiology, and Nature Reviews Cardiology. Dr. Ruff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Cardiac Ablation, and Angioplasty.

    Stephen D. Wiviott
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
    Experienced in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen D. Wiviott, MD, FACC is a graduate of University of Pennsylvania and Harvard Medical School (HMS, Honors). He served as a Medicine resident and Chief Medical Resident at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). Following his medical residency training, he served as a Cardiology fellow at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He is Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and a Senior Investigator with the TIMI study group. He attends in the Levine Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and general Cardiology service at Brigham and Women's Hospital.As an investigator, Dr. Wiviott has played important roles in the planning, implementation, leadership, and interpretation of multicenter, national, and international clinical trials in acute coronary syndromes including the TRITON-TIMI 38 trial, PRINCIPLE-TIMI 44 and of the TIMI 38 Coronary Stent Registry. He has also served in leadership of trials of secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease as global PI of DECLARE – TIMI 58, CAMELLIA – TIMI 61, and DAPA ACT HF – TIMI 68 assessing CV safety and efficacy of metabolic therapies.  He is the Chairman of the TIMI Clinical Events Committee and recognized as an expert in event definitions and adjudications.  Dr. Wiviott is an author of over 200 peer-reviewed publications in major medical and cardiovascular journals including 15 original articles in the New England Journal of Medicine. He was named in 2014 and 2017 by Thomson Reuters and Clarivate Analytics as one of “The World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds” and in 2016-2020 as a “Highly Cited Researcher,” recognitions inclusive of the top 1% of researchers in Clinical Medicine by citation.  Building on his trials experience, Dr. Wiviott serves as Vice President for Clinical Trials Research and Administration for Mass General Brigham and leads the Mass General Brigham Clinical Trials Office.  The CTO provides contracting, budgeting, and clinical trial management services for Mass General Brigham hospital investigators and industry sponsors and is tasked with supporting and growing clinical trials research at Mass General Brigham. Dr. Wiviott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)?

    A transient ischemic attack (TIA) occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops for a brief time. A person will have stroke-like symptoms for up to 24 hours. In most cases, the symptoms last for 1 to 2 hours.

    A transient ischemic attack is a warning sign that a true stroke may happen in the future (often near future) if something is not done to prevent it.

    When should I see a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor near Newton, MA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor near Newton, MA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctors near Newton, MA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctors near Newton, MA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor near Newton, MA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor near Newton, MA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctors near Newton, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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