The Department of Neurosurgery provides expert and compassionate care to our patients of all ages, whether you need non-surgical intervention, minimally invasive surgeries, or have a complex case. Through our innovative technology, the latest surgical methods, and multidisciplinary partnerships across the hospital, our team of neurosurgeons deliver the best treatment for your individual condition.

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Leading expertise

Chief of Neurosurgery

selected for Boston Top Docs 2024

Over 500 surgeries

per year, not including other procedures

One of the only hospitals

In New England using Cyberknife for complex tumors

Programs and Clinics

Functional Neurosurgery

When a neurological disorder disrupts your daily life, our team can provide state-of-the-art treatment and compassionate care to help you get back to your life.

Neuro-Oncology

Brain and spine tumors need a comprehensive and personalized approach. Our neurosurgeons who specialize in cancer care work across the hospital to provide the best care possible.

Pediatric Neurosurgery

We have extensive experience in pediatric neurosurgery, using state-of-the-art techniques and compassion to provide expert care and guidance during a potentially difficult time.

Cirugía de la Base del Cráneo

Los tumores basados en el cráneo se encuentran en los huesos, cartílagos y otros tejidos que forman la cara y el cráneo. Esto incluye las cuencas de los ojos, la parte superior de…

Spine Surgery

We provide comprehensive surgical treatment for all spine-related conditions, including less invasive surgical techniques that lead to faster recovery times and reduced pain.

Vascular Neurosurgery

Cerebrovascular issues can quickly become a life-threatening problem. Our team of expert surgeons can provide quick and highly specialized diagnoses and treatment.

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Education and Training

Neurosurgery Residency

The combined Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and BMC Neurosurgical Residency Program provides residents with a unique opportunity to train at three of the busiest medical centers in New England, all of which treat patients with some of the most complex neurologic conditions. During their seven years of training, residents spend equal amounts of time at BIDMC and BMC, six months at Boston Children’s Hospital, and one year conducting research.

Pre-Residency Fellowship

Pre-residency fellows are integral members of the neurosurgical neurocritical care teams, working alongside our neurosurgeons, intensive care neurologists, and residents. Duties include managing floor and ICU patients, night call, and assisting in the operating room and outpatient clinic, along with attending weekly didactic sessions.