Michael C Slama, MD, PhD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.890047 average rating from 211 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Waltham, MA
- Boston, MA
Dr. Michaƫl Slama is a neuromuscular neurologist and Director of the Myasthenia Gravis clinic at Massachusetts General Hospital. After receiving his MD from Harvard Medical School, he completed neurology residency and neuromuscular fellowship training at Mass General Brigham. His clinic and research focus on myasthenia gravis, other autoimmune neuromuscular disorders, and ALS.
Prior to his medical studies, Dr. Slama completed training in electrical and computer engineering, music, and hearing sciences. He received a PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology for his research on auditory neurophysiology.
Born and raised in France, Dr. Slama is a recipient of the Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Academy of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Brigham & Women's Hospital / Massachusetts General Hospital, Neuromuscular Medicine, 2020
- Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital / Massachusetts General Hospital, Neurology, 2019
- Internship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Medicine, 2016
- Medical Education: Harvard Medical School, 2015
Board Certifications
- Electrodiagnostic Medicine, American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
- Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Neuromuscular Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- French
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.890047 average rating from 211 reviews
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They were really good
2026-07-04
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I was very pleased with all the information he gave me and explained it in a way I could understand. He answered all my questions and made me feel a little less stressed about MG
2026-07-05
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After six months of dealing with my situation and searching for a solutions, this provider found answers and direction for me in under an hour
2026-07-04
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Everyone was very pleasant and helpful
2026-06-27
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My experience with my car provider was excellent. He allowed sufficient time for me to explain my condition. He answered all of my questions. He took the time to listen to my wife's questions and concerns as well. Overall, I would recommend this position to anyone in this world. Definitely 10 out of 10. Thank you.
2026-06-21
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Excellent care and proactive interest in my health...greatly appreciated!
2026-06-14
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Dr. Slama provided outstanding medical consultation. He gave a thorough examination and offered his recommendations for treatment in a manner that was easy to understand. Dr. Slama listened intently to my inquiries and delivered responses in a warm, professional manner. Dr. Slama is a rare combination of a brilliant Doctor with exceptional MG expertise and strong interpersonal skills.
2026-06-14
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Most excellent
2026-06-07
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Dr Slama was very knowledgeable
2026-06-07
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Dr Slama is a gentleman he answers all my questions or concerns & I feel VERY lucky to have him as my doctor. Thank you for taking great care of me Dr Slama.
2026-06-07
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Knowledgeable, thorough and caring
2026-06-06
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Dr Slama is a very caring, intelligent, knowledgeable, dedicated and compassionate person.
2026-06-03
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Excellent, knowledgeable
2026-05-30
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I had this physician at another hospital and would follow him anywhere. He is by far the top neurologist there is and I work in the medical field and for MGB
2026-05-25
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Hi, Dr. Slama was very, very, very considerate, very attentive, just kind of a quiet little guy, but I mean, being my first visit, I was kind of overwhelmed. And then secondly, I mean, he tried to go through everything, you know, what I should take, what I shouldn't take, and the reactions between things. And he was very, very pleasant and very thorough in his examination. And I think, oh, I had so many records, but I think that it was kind of hard for him to kind of just find out what he really needed. So I tried to just tell him, and I had given him a list of my medications. So he was very, very pleasant. [redacted]
2026-05-23
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Yeah, I just call it the way I see it. They take care of you there. He was my doctor at St. Elizabeth's. He took care of me there. He's in a good spot now. I appreciate it. Thank you very much. Okay, thank you.
2026-05-20
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A very pleasant experiences overall. Dr. Slama paid careful attention to what I had to say re my issue. I came away very satisfied and felt a lot of hope that my medical problem would improve as I trusted his advice and recommendations
2026-05-14
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I saw Dr. [redacted] first and then Dr. Slama. Both were very professional and gave me an extensive ALS exam. They both listened intently about my history of signs of ALS. They listened to my son and husband and when I left, I felt that I had a great team
2026-05-09
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Excellent
2026-05-09
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The EMG needle especially hurt more than I thought. Might I suggest a local for this procedure? Maybe I am especially sensitive, but that would help me, and may even help the precision of the testing? I was twitching quite a lot and even said "Ouch" loudly a few times. Please consider. Thanks..
2026-04-26
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Dr Slama is very professional and personable you can talk with him and tell him what seems to work and he will listen and work with you.
2026-04-19
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Dr. Slama is great...and a personable guy that I enjoy working with.
2026-04-18
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When I have questions he has the answers. There's nothing he can do about my condition; there's no cure.
2026-04-12
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That DR. SLAMA MADE ME FEEL.SO COM.FORTABLE. IT WAS MY 1ST VISIT. HE LISTENED TO MY SYMPTOMS, AND WOULD ASK A ? HERE AN THERE. HE CKED ME ALL I VER, LEGS, HA D D, FEET ETC I WAS VERY HAPPY. WAITING TO HAVE A MRI AN EMG I GIVE HIM AN. "A"
2026-04-11
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Doctor was very caring, and listened to me when he asked if I wanted a feeding tube, he understood my reasoning fir not wanting ine
2026-04-05
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Dr. Slama is wonderful. [redacted]
2026-04-04
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He has my attention and my respect. He cares and that makes me happy!
2026-04-04
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Dr Slama is that wonderful combination of a brilliant mind and extraordinary interpersonal skills.
2026-04-01
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The visit was professionally and throughly completed. Lots of questions and physical testing. I Felt comfortable with the Doctor. I felt that I was dealing with an experienced healer who is on the A team. Awesome Doctor!!!
2026-04-01
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The best, attentive, professional, caring, wonderful doctor would recommend to anybody.
2026-04-01
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Good bed side manners
2026-03-29
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My experience with this neurologist was outstanding. He was kind, compassionate, and an excellent listener. I really appreciated that he had already reviewed my history beforehand, which made the appointment feel efficient and less stressful since I didn't have to repeat everything. He provided thoughtful recommendations and, most importantly, gave me a strong sense of hope and confidence that I'm on the right path to getting better.
2026-03-29
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Doctor was nice and intelligent. His exam was brief and I was treated well. However in my opinion, he did not spend quite enough time considering my history/symptoms and I don't feel he asked me enough detailed questions. I don't think he adequately explained the diagnosis and why my case is atypical in its progression. [redacted]
2026-03-26
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Couldn't ask for a better doctor, listens, explains, and is not in a hurry. He takes the time tomorrow talk, listen and examine.
2026-03-21
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I appreciated Dr Slarma's careful listening and creative problem solving approach. [redacted].
2026-03-19
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I was absolutely blown away at the wonderful level of care I received. Great job!
2026-03-18
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Dr. Palmer is the best neurologist I've ever had. He has been my doctor for since 2021 when I had COVID, post-COVID, and he has seen me through a lot. I have nothing but good things to say about him, and I am glad that he is my neurologist. That's all. I wouldn't be moving my fingers right now if it wasn't for him. How's that?
2026-03-18
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He is very knowledgeable about his job and he listened about my concerns.
2026-03-15
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Dr Slama helped me very much with my very sore back. He gave me some suggestions and then spoke to the team that continued to help me. It most likely is part of my ALS. They ended up sending to the brace group and I received a back brace to help me in this area, I think I'm on the right path.
2026-03-09
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This MD being a specialist is quite knowledgeable, [redacted]
2026-03-09
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Dr. Slama provided exceptional medical expertise and combined that with a warm human touch that made his advice understandable and impressive. I walked in thinking of possible approaches to my problems and that range extended from A to K. Dr Slama presented me with great ideas that went twice as far This is just what AI can never provide.
2026-03-08
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He was very knowledgeable.
2026-03-07
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Dr. Slama is great!
2026-03-07
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Had a very informative conversation with the doctor.
2026-03-02
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What a wonderful team!!!
2026-03-01
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I have a great team!
2026-02-28
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The neurologist was excellent.
2026-02-26
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He was very nice
2026-02-22
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Excellent, thorough experience as always. Thanks.
2026-02-18
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Dr. Salma was professional and very approachable and understandable, a wonderful doctor. He spent a lot of time with me and my wife came along and we discussed a lot of things. I really felt that I was receiving the best possible care and I admire this doctor very much.
2026-02-18
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Dr. Slama is a wonderful doctor. He's intelligent and empathetic.
2026-02-15
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We can't say enough good things about Dr. Slama. So glad we are able to have him for my doctor.
2026-02-07
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I was very impressed with his knowledge of neurology, his concern for cultural issues, his questioning medication and its side effects, his understanding there were test results that indicated MG, but that the symptoms could have been relieved and therefore another course of action made sense. He was outstanding. [redacted]
2026-02-08
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Dr. Slama is the best doctor I have. I have complete confidence in him and he is very easy to talk to and he listens to me and he works with me and I feel very comfortable with him.
2026-02-04
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the doctor has provided good care for me
2026-01-19
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Great Doctor
2026-01-11
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He is great!
2026-01-10
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Dr Slama is an outstandingly good physician.
2026-01-10
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Very pleased and grateful for care from Dr Slama and his team.
2025-12-29
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Very intelligent, caring kind, have a lot of faith in Dr. MICHAEL C SLAMA in helping me get to the bottom of my condition where all else prior has failed.
2025-12-23
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Very comfortable to talk to
2025-12-20
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I felt he listened and gave us all the time we needed
2025-12-20
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Dr Slama is an excellent neurologist. I feel that he is very caring, answers my questions, and is tapped into my needs.
2025-12-19
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He is very caring and makes me feel very comfortable. I am very comfortable asking him anything about my mg.
2025-12-11
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I was there to get a second opinion from Dr. Slama and it was a very helpful appointment. He was a very compassionate and knowledgeable doctor. [redacted]
2025-12-11
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Great.
2025-12-07
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Dr Slama has the gift of putting me at ease. He is brilliant and considerate all at the same time. This a very unique quality in specialists these days. We have developed a wonderful working relationship. I am completely at ease with Dr Slama
2025-12-07
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Very attentive, thoughtful, careful, kind.
2025-11-23
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Very professional and thorough.
2025-11-22
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Dr. Slama is a rock star! He is far and away the best neurologist I've seen in almost nine years! He is affable, compassionate, thorough, respectful, collaborative and clearly very dedicated to his science and patients. I am very grateful to have been assigned to Dr. Salma's care for my MG!
2025-11-19
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He listens to my concerns and is the best doctor i could want
2025-11-12
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Dr. Slama and all his staff have been excellent in my care! The diagnosis was devastating to me and they have helped me deal with how much my life has changed since. Dr Slama is one of the kindest providers I have had. He is definitely a very caring person and treats me so well! I am Blessed to have had him care for me.
2025-11-12
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I was thoroughly impressed with Dr. Slama's knowledge and expertise as well as his kind "bedside manner." I never felt rushed and he listened carefully to all I had to say. He gave me a very thorough examination before giving me his impressions and we talked through treatment approaches thoroughly. I would highly recommend this doctor and although I have a significant drive to get to him I will definitely stay as his patient.
2025-11-10
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