The 20 Best Stroke Doctors Near Me in Worcester, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 120 doctor with experience in Stroke near Worcester, MA. Of these, 101 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 4 are Elite.

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    Elite in Stroke
    Elite in Stroke

    Umass Memorial Medical Center-University Campus

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nils Henninger is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Henninger is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Traumatic Brain Injury, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Stroke
    Elite in Stroke

    Umass Memorial Medical Center-University Campus

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Silver is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Silver is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Vasoconstriction, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.

    Elite in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology
    Elite in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology

    UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ajit Puri is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Puri is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

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    Elite in Stroke
    Elite in Stroke

    UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Majaz Moonis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Moonis is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Distinguished in Stroke

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Goddeau is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Goddeau is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Goddeau is board certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Intensive Care Medicine | Neurology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Intensive Care Medicine | Neurology

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wiley Hall is a Neurologist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. Dr. Hall is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Herniation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Hall is board certified in Neuro Critical Care and Neurology.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Farid Hamzei is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Hamzei is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Hamzei is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    Umass Memorial Medical Group Inc

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philosophy of care | I believe evaluating and treating each patient as a whole rather than a sum of individual parts is paramount to understanding and treating disease. | Why I entered medicine | A medical career allows me to contribute my knowledge and time to improve people’s lives. | Community involvement | I mentor students in the sciences and engineering. I also take part in public health projects and endeavors dealing with wellness. | Personal interests | I enjoy music, technology and outdoor activities. Dr. Ptak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Ptak is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Neuroradiology , American Board Of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology , and American Board Of Preventive Medicine - Clinical Informatics.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Distinguished in Stroke

    Belmont Street Neurology

    67 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Muhammad Ramzan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Ramzan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Memory Loss, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Worcester Internal Medicine Inc.

    416 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bogdan Nedelescu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Nedelescu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 78 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Necrosis, Heart Failure, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurology | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurology | Intensive Care Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Offers Telehealth

    Raphael Carandang is a Neurologist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Carandang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Traumatic Brain Injury, Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Carandang is board certified in Neuro Critical Care , Neurology , and Vascular Neurology.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Turkish
    Offers Telehealth

    Oguz Cataltepe is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Cataltepe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Johnson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Subdural Hematoma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Johnson is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rakhee Lalla is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. She has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Lalla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, CACH Syndrome, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Lalla is board certified in Neurology.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Gutting is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Gutting is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Gutting is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Amenta is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Amenta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Meningioma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Amenta is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish

    Alok Kapoor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Hospital Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Dr. Kapoor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Stroke, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Kapoor is board certified in Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

    Office

    123 Summer St Ste 695, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Tisdell is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Tisdell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Memory Loss, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Radiology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Radiology

    Saint Vincent Hospital

    123 Summer St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Mukai is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Mukai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Saint Vincent Hospital

    123 Summer St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Burd is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Burd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Stroke?

    A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."

    If blood flow is cut off for longer than a few seconds, the brain cannot get nutrients and oxygen. Brain cells can die, causing lasting damage.

    A stroke can also occur if a blood vessel inside the brain bursts, leading to bleeding inside the head.

    When should I see a Stroke doctor near Worcester, MA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Stroke doctor near Worcester, MA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Stroke doctors near Worcester, MA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Stroke doctors near Worcester, MA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Stroke doctor near Worcester, MA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stroke doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Stroke doctor near Worcester, MA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Stroke doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Stroke doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Stroke doctors near Worcester, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Stroke doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stroke doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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