Richard C Pasternak MD

Summary

• Richard Pasternak, MD, is a cardiologist based in New York, NY, specializing in adult congenital heart disease and preventive cardiology. He completed his medical education at Yale School of Medicine in 1974 and pursued residency and fellowship in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Pasternak has experience in preventive cardiology and has contributed to several publications, including studies and letters published in reputable journals like Circulation and The American Journal of Cardiology. His work has been cited multiple times, indicating engagement with the academic community. He has also been recognized as a Fellow by the American College of Cardiology.
  Following his academic career Dr. Pasternak moved to Merck, where he first was VP and Head of Cardiovascular Clinical Research, then moved to VP of Worldwide Scientific Affairs.
  After leaving Merck Dr.Pasternak served on multiple biotech Boards of Directors, as CEO's, and As Board Chairs.