Overview
Philosophy of care | I believe evaluating and treating each patient as a whole rather than a sum of individual parts is paramount to understanding and treating disease. | Why I entered medicine | A medical career allows me to contribute my knowledge and time to improve people’s lives. | Community involvement | I mentor students in the sciences and engineering. I also take part in public health projects and endeavors dealing with wellness. | Personal interests | I enjoy music, technology and outdoor activities.
Dr. Ptak is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.
Dr. Ptak is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology , American Board Of Radiology - Neuroradiology , and American Board Of Preventive Medicine - Clinical Informatics. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ptak is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
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Locations
55 Lake Ave N, Worcester, MA 01655
169 Martin Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Thomas Ptak
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Ptak?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Thomas Ptak by calling their office at 508-334-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Thomas Ptak a top-rated expert for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas Ptak is classified as an Advanced expert for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Thomas Ptak specialize in?
While Dr. Thomas Ptak is a Radiology, they have specific expertise in Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, and Pleurisy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiology.
Does Dr. Thomas Ptak participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Ptak has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas Ptak's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Thomas Ptak accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas Ptak accepts most major insurance plans, including Highmark. We recommend calling the office directly at 508-334-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- StrokeDr. Ptak isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Ptak isAdvanced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Experienced
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- CAPOS SyndromeDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about CAPOS Syndrome.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Chronic CoughDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Chylous AscitesDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Chylous Ascites.
- EmphysemaDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- HeadacheDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- Kimura DiseaseDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Kimura Disease.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- PneumomediastinumDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Pneumomediastinum.
- Subcutaneous EmphysemaDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Subcutaneous Emphysema.
- TenosynovitisDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- VertigoDr. Ptak isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.