Neurology
David Greer, MD
Professor and Chair, Department of Neurology, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
David M. Greer, MD, MA, is a board-certified neurologist specializing in vascular neurology and neurocritical care at Boston Medical Center, where he serves as the Richard B. Slifka Chief of Neurology. He also holds the position of Professor and Chair of the Department of Neurology at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. Dr. Greer focuses on treating spinal disorders, stroke, and conditions requiring neurocritical care, including coma after cardiac arrest and brain dea
30+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Vascular Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education & Training
- University of Florida College of Medicine — M.D. (1995)
- Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School — Fellowship, Vascular Neurology and Neurocritical Care (2001)
- Massachusetts General Hospital/Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School — Residency, Neurology (1996–1999)
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Internship, Internal Medicine (1996)
Peer Recognition
- Best Doctors in America — Best Doctor
2007-2025 (19 years)
- Boston Magazine — Top Doctor
2021-2025 (5 years)
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Professor and Chair, Department of Neurology, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
- Richard B. Slifka Chief of Neurology, Boston Medical Center
- Vice President, Neurocritical Care Society
- Editor-in-Chief, Neurocritical Care Live
- Editor-in-Chief, Seminars in Neurology
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Boston Medical Center
- Boston Children's Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
30+ years in practice