Dr. Neilan received his M.D. from University College Dublin and MPH from Harvard School of Public Health. He completed internal medicine residency and cardiology training at the Mater Misericordiae Hospital in Dublin and again at Massachusetts General Hospital. He has also completed extensive training in echocardiography at Massachusetts General Hospital and cardiac magnetic resonance at the Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Neilan is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, the Director of the Cardio-Oncology Program and the Co-Director of the Cardiac MR PET CT Program.
Dr. Neilan has had a long-standing clinical and research interest in the cardiovascular care of patients with cancer. Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death and disability among cancer survivors and cardiovascular care for patients with cancer requires a tailored approach that is unique for each patient. He is specifically interested in how we can improve on the methods for detection of the cardiac toxicity after chemotherapy and radiotherapy and to use that information to determine how we care for patients.
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Mass General Heart Center
55 Fruit St.
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 866-644-8910
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Dr. Neilan's primary research focus is on how we can improve on both the detection and treatment of the potential cardiovascular complications after chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Dr. Neilan is also interested in the thoughtful use of advanced imaging techniques to improve our understanding and treatment of all patients with cardiovascular disease especially those who are at risk of heart failure.
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Dr. Neilan made time for me even though I was late for my appointment. His manner inspires comfort and confidence.
I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Neilan as my cardiologist. He took excellent care of me through some complicated times in my medical history. I continue to have great confidence in him as he continues to follow my care.
I love Dr. Neilan. He explains things and I believe he genuinely cares about my health. Gets back to me quickly with medication updates and and future plans. He is definitely a caring doctor. Would highly recommend
It's always a pleasure to be seen by Dr. Neilan, a true caring professional.
The doctor took time to discuss my situation and was very understanding with the many questions I asked him. He answered each question and made sure I was fully understanding his answers. The doctor exhibited a good bedside manner and was very thorough. I feel as though I am receiving the best care possible. My scripts were called in very timely ... Read More
Top notch the very best I am thrilled to have him as my cardiologist
Dr. Neilan is an excellent doctor. I can't say enough good things about him.
Dr. Neilan is attentive and easy to talk to. He is really quite affable and funny which makes it easy to relax.
excellent care & taking the time to explain my current health needs.
He shows his care, respect and knowledge to me during the visit