The 20 Best Arachnoid Cysts Doctors Near Me in Boston, MA

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The 20 Best Arachnoid Cysts Doctors near Boston, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 128 doctor with experience in Arachnoid Cysts near Boston, MA. Of these, 106 are Experienced, 19 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Edward R. Smith
    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery | Pediatrics

    Boston Pediatric Neurosurgical Foundation Inc

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Smith is a Pediatrics specialist and a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Endovascular Embolization, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Ziev B. Moses
    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ziev Moses is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Moses is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Arachnoid Cysts, Subdural Hematoma, Lordosis, Fractured Spine, and Laminectomy.

    Distinguished in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery

    Tufts Medical Center Neely Neurosurgery

    800 Washington St Bldg 7TH Fl 7, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Carl Heilman is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Heilman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Hydrocephalus, Acoustic Neuroma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Mastoidectomy. Dr. Heilman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Syeda Anum
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    Pratt Radiology Associates Inc

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philosophy of care | I combine competence and compassion to provide quality care to all patients. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to use my intellectual ability to help heal the sick. | Community involvement | I support charitable organizations that provide care during medical disasters. | Personal interests | I enjoy working out and comedy. Dr. Anum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Diencephalic Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Arachnoid Cysts
    Distinguished in Arachnoid Cysts

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristopher Kahle is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kahle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus due to Congenital Stenosis of Aqueduct of Sylvius, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.

    David E. Searls
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    David Searls is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Searls is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Vertigo, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Ka-wai G. Ho
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, Brain Tumor Center, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ka-wai Ho is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Astrocytoma, and Glioblastoma.

    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Jonathan Kim is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Bronchogenic Cyst, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Stent Placement.

    Rafeeque A. Bhadelia
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi

    Rafeeque Bhadelia is a Neuroradiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bhadelia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Stroke, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Radiology
    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Radiology

    Department Of Radiology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Yang is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Yang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Cortical Dysplasia, Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria, Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration, and Polymicrogyria.

    Distinguished in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Rd Fl 1, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Laws is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Laws is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neuroradiology

    Brigham And Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Liangge Hsu is a Neuroradiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

    Nirav J. Patel
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery | Radiology
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery | Radiology

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nirav Patel is a Radiologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Brain Aneurysm, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Timothy R. Smith
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Timothy Smith is a neurosurgeon-scientist who seeks to understand, predict, and improve clinical outcomes for neurosurgical patients by combining the use of epidemiological data, advanced statistical analysis, machine learning, and emerging biological/information system technologies. Trained as an epidemiologist and statistician in addition to his neurosurgical residency, he focuses primarily on the utilization of data science to optimize neurosurgical patient care.Dr. Smith’s clinical interests focus on tumors of the brain and spine that arise innately from the central nervous system and the meningeal covering of the brain, or metastasize from other primary cancer sites. Dr. Smith is the Director of the Computational Neuroscience Outcomes Center (CNOC) in the Department of Neurosurgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. This center strives to collect and maintain prospective data on all neurosurgical patients cared for by the department, synthesize high volume data streams, as well as implement process and outcome improvement through comparison with national data.Dr. Smith is committed to the education of future neurosurgeons and plays an active role in the Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s neurosurgical residency program. He is a committee vice-chair for Medical-Legal Issues with the Council of State Neurosurgical Societies (CSNS) as well as the President of the Boston Society for Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry, the oldest academic neuroscience society in the United States. He serves on numerous committees both in the US and worldwide which focus on the ethics of neurosurgery, oncology, skull base surgery, and neurologic outcomes assessment. He is an active member of committees at Brigham and Women’s Hospital addressing information technology, physician wellness, and process improvement.Dr. Smith maintains active membership in both national and international neurosurgical societies, including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Skull Base Society, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, and the Pituitary Society. He presents his research regularly at national and international meetings. He has published over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles and several book chapters. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Michael A. Mooney
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mooney is an Attending Neurosurgeon in the Department of Neurosurgery and an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Mooney completed his undergraduate training at the University of Michigan where he studied Neuroscience. He subsequently completed a research fellowship in neurogenetics at the National Institutes of Health prior to attending medical school at Cornell. He completed his residency training at the Barrow Neurological Institute with a focus on complex cranial and spine surgery, and he completed a clinical fellowship in skull base surgery at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Dr. Mooney’s clinical practice covers both brain and spine surgery, including brain and spine tumors, degenerative spine disease/spinal stenosis, and minimally-invasive spine techniques. He is dedicated to thoughtful patient selection and preoperative evaluation in order to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients, and he is committed to improving healthcare delivery for patients through his work as the Director of Clinical Care Redesign within Mass General Brigham. Dr. Mooney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Brain Tumor, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Martina Stippler
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Martina Stippler is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stippler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Pituitary Tumor, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Laminectomy.

    Rafael A. Vega
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Neurosurgery

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Rafael Vega is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Vega is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Subdural Hematoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Craniectomy.

    Efstathios Papavassiliou
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Neurosurgery

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Greek, Spanish

    Efstathios Papavassiliou is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Papavassiliou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Parkinson's Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Joshua P. Aronson
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Neurosurgery

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Aronson is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Aronson has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Seizures, Parkinson's Disease, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Philipp Taussky
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
    Neurosurgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Dutch, French, German, Hebrew

    Philipp Taussky is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Taussky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Subdural Hematoma, Rhizotomy, and Thrombectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Arachnoid Cysts?

    Arachnoid cysts are sacs filled with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that are located between the brain or spinal cord and the arachnoid membrane, one of the three membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Arachnoid cysts can be primary or secondary. Primary Arachnoid cysts are congenital (present at birth), resulting from abnormal development of the brain and spinal cord during early pregnancy. Secondary Arachnoid cysts are less common, and result from head injuries, meningitis, tumors, or as a complication of brain surgery. Signs and symptoms depend on the location and size of the cyst and may include headache, nausea and vomiting, seizures, hearing and visual disturbances, vertigo, and difficulties with balance and walking. Although many affected individuals develop symptoms in the first year of life, some never develop symptoms. In some cases, Arachnoid cysts are part of a genetic syndrome such as Chudley-McCullough syndrome, mucopolysaccharidosis, or Marfan syndrome, where there are many other associated signs and symptoms.

    When should I see an Arachnoid Cysts doctor near Boston, 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 an Arachnoid Cysts doctor near Boston, 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctors near Boston, 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctors near Boston, 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 an Arachnoid Cysts doctor near Boston, 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Arachnoid Cysts 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 an Arachnoid Cysts doctor near Boston, 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 Arachnoid Cysts 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 Arachnoid Cysts 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctors near Boston, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Arachnoid Cysts 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 an Arachnoid Cysts doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Arachnoid Cysts 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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