About
Li Tso, MD, graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University with a degree in chemistry, then earned his medical degree from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine, where he graduated first in his class and joined Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Medical Honor Society. He completed his residency and nephrology fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital and spent nearly 30 years in practice there.
Dr. Tso served as co-director of Bulfinch Medical Group at MGH, focusing on advancing patient care and developing clinical best practices. Mass General Brigham honored him with the Partners in Excellence Award for his contributions to the healthcare system's mission. He holds an appointment as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Since 2010, he has served as team physician and internist for the New England Patriots. His clinical interests span preventive medicine, renal disease, cardiology, and sports medicine. He believes strongly that the patient-doctor relationship forms the foundation of good care, a conviction that patients with decades-long relationships with him consistently echo.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Harvard University, BA in Chemistry (Magna Cum Laude)
Medical School
SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine, MD (graduated first in class)
Residency
Massachusetts General Hospital
Fellowship
Nephrology, Massachusetts General Hospital
Additional Training
Alpha Omega Alpha, National Medical Honor Society; Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School; Partners in Excellence Award, Mass General Brigham
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Tso right for?
Dr. Tso is a strong fit for adults seeking a deeply experienced internist with subspecialty depth in nephrology and cardiology. Patients managing renal disease, cardiovascular risk, or complex chronic conditions benefit from his clinical background. Athletes and active adults find his sports medicine focus particularly relevant. Patients who value long-term, relationship-centered care align well with his philosophy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Tso focuses on preventive medicine, renal disease, cardiology, and sports medicine. He also provides comprehensive primary care as a board-trained internist. His nephrology fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital gives him particular depth in kidney-related conditions.
Dr. Tso completed his residency and nephrology fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. He holds an appointment as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and earned membership in Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Medical Honor Society.
Dr. Tso earned his undergraduate degree in chemistry from Harvard University and his medical degree from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine, graduating first in his class. He completed his residency and nephrology fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Dr. Tso spent nearly 30 years in practice at Massachusetts General Hospital before joining Exceptional Health. He also served as co-director of Bulfinch Medical Group at MGH during that time.
Yes. Dr. Tso has served as team physician and internist for the New England Patriots since 2010. Sports medicine is one of his core clinical interests, alongside preventive medicine and cardiology.
Dr. Tso holds an appointment as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He has contributed to clinical best practices throughout his career at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Yes. Mass General Brigham honored Dr. Tso with the Partners in Excellence Award for his contributions to the health system's mission. He also served as co-director of Bulfinch Medical Group at MGH.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026