Dr. Gail Weingast: A Seasoned Physician’s Journey

Dr. Gail Weingast‘s path to becoming a doctor was not immediately evident, as she initially embarked on her educational journey at Jackson College, Tufts University, in Medford, Massachusetts, in 1969, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish. Despite the distinguished reputation of her alma mater, her calling to the medical profession soon became apparent, prompting her enrollment at Boston University School of Medicine. In 1976, she achieved the esteemed title of Dr. Gail Weingast MD, marking the commencement of her illustrious medical career.

Despite humble beginnings, Dr. Gail Weingast has ascended to prominence as one of the nation’s foremost radiology specialists. Over the past two decades, she has dedicated her expertise to William W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, Connecticut, where she currently serves as the Chief of Ultrasound and Breast Imaging. Under her stewardship, the department has flourished, emerging as a beacon of excellence in radiological practice. Dr. Weingast attributes her success to the culmination of over four decades of education and experience, acknowledging their pivotal role in shaping her into the exceptional radiologist she is today.