Dr. Matthew Thomas Mccarthy M.D.
Neurologist | Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology
140 PARK AVE FLORHAM PARK NJ, 07932About
Matthew McCarthy, MD is a member of Summit Medical Group's Sports Neurology team. He is board-certified in pediatric neurology and has additional fellowship training in sports neurology and concussion.
Dr. McCarthy has expertise in managing acute concussion, post-concussion syndrome, and other neurological conditions in athletes of all ages and levels of competition. He specializes in using an active and individualized approach to symptomatic treatment and rehabilitation after concussion to ensure a safe and efficient return to sports and other activities. As a sports neurologist, he is focused on long term athlete brain health and promoting safe and lifelong sports participation.
Education and Training
Weill Cornell Medical College MD 2011
Board Certification
Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology (Psychiatry and Neurology)
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A Playbook for Sports Concussion
Matthew McCarthy, MD, a member of the Summit Medical Group Neurosciences Center with a specialty in pediatric neurology and sports neurology, provides an expert perspective and advice by answering some commonly asked questions about sports concussion.Q. What is a concussion?A concussion is a...
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