The 20 Best Cerebral Cavernous Malformation Doctors Near Me in Chestnut Hill, MA

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The 20 Best Cerebral Cavernous Malformation Doctors near Chestnut Hill, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 158 doctor with experience in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation near Chestnut Hill, MA. Of these, 131 are Experienced, 26 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Edward R. Smith
    Distinguished in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Pediatrics
    Distinguished in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Pediatrics

    Boston Pediatric Neurosurgical Foundation Inc

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

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

    Melissa A. Levoska
    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham And Women's Fish Center For Women's Health

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 402 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melissa Levoska is a Dermatologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Levoska is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Comedones, Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma, Fetal Cystic Hygroma, and Hemangioendothelioma.

    Hillary C. Tsibris
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham And Women's Fish Center For Women's Health

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 402 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hillary Tsibris is a Dermatologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Tsibris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Actinic Keratosis, and Extramammary Paget Disease.

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    Deborah A. Scott
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Dermatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Dermatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Brigham And Women's Fish Center For Women's Health

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 402 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Deborah Scott is the Director of the Laser & Skin Health Center, the Co-director of the Hair Loss Clinic, and the Co-director of the Multicultural Dermatology Program at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. In addition, she is an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Scott completed her medical degree at Howard University. She is board certified in Dermatology and Internal Medicine. She has expertise in hair loss and acne treatment. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome, Alopecia Areata, and GAPO Syndrome.

    Stephanie W. Liu
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham And Women's Fish Center For Women's Health

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 402 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Liu is a Dermatologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Actinic Keratosis, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Radhika N. Nakrani
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham And Women's Fish Center For Women's Health

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 402 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Radhika Nakrani is a Dermatologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Nakrani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Internal Medicine

    Hammond Pond Dental Associates

    850 Boylston St Ste 317, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitchell Rubenstein is an Internal Medicine provider in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Rubenstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Seborrheic Keratosis, Warts, and Telangiectasia.

    Christopher S. Ogilvy
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Ogilvy is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ogilvy has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Craniectomy, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Philipp Taussky
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Neurosurgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.2 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Subdural Hematoma, Rhizotomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Hasan A. Zaidi
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Neurosurgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Dr. Zaidi is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and director of spine research at the Computational Neurosurgical Outcomes Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Given the complex nature of spine diseases, Dr. Zaidi believes in tailoring surgical techniques and individualizing care to treat each patient’s unique set of circumstances. He strongly adheres to the philosophy of caring for his patients as if they were his own family members. Dr. Zaidi believes that developing a surgical plan depends on a thoughtful conversation with his patients and their families and tailoring surgery to meet the patient’s goals and specific needs.Fascinated by the complexity of spinal disorders and the ability of spine surgery to restore function and improve the quality of a patient’s life, he pursued a specialized fellowship in complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity surgery, as well as endoscopic surgery. He integrates novel, minimally invasive techniques and modern technological innovations to treat a variety of spinal pathologies.Dr. Zaidi’s clinical practice is focused on the treatment of global spinal imbalance among patients with degenerative spine disease, tumors and scoliosis; by restoring the natural curvature of the spine, surgery can reduce pain and improve function. His research focuses on developing novel surgical tools to improve the safety and efficacy of surgery, as well as analyzing surgical outcomes in order to improve surgical outcomes. Dr. Zaidi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Hypothalamic Tumor, Pituitary Tumor, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Timothy R. Smith
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.3 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Sasha Stephen
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Dermatology

    Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Center For Cutaneous Oncology

    450 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sasha Stephen is a Dermatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stephen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Pyoderma Gangrenosum, Actinic Keratosis, Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), and Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis.

    Manisha Thakuria
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Phototherapy Center

    221 Longwood Avenue Suite RF-156 Brigham And Women's At 221 Longwood Boston, Suite RF-156 Brigham And Women's At 221 Longwood, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Manisha Thakuria is a Dermatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Thakuria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Granuloma Annulare.

    Andrew C. Walls
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Phototherapy Center

    221 Longwood Avenue Suite RF-156 Brigham And Women's At 221 Longwood Boston, Suite RF-156 Brigham And Women's At 221 Longwood, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Walls is a Dermatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Walls is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Alice J. Watson
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham Dermatology Associates

    221 Longwood Avenue 1st Floor Brigham And Women's At 221 Longwood Boston, 1st Floor Brigham And Women's At 221 Longwood, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alice Watson is a Dermatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Lichen Sclerosus, Zoon Vulvitis, Actinic Keratosis, and Lichen Planus.

    William G. Tsiaras
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Experienced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Brigham Dermatology Associates

    221 Longwood Avenue 1st Floor Brigham And Women's At 221 Longwood Boston, 1st Floor Brigham And Women's At 221 Longwood, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Tsiaras is a Dermatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Tsiaras is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Pyoderma Gangrenosum, Actinic Keratosis, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Warts.

    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Dermatology Program

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

    Marilyn Liang is a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Liang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Hemangioma, Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma, Hemangioendothelioma, and PHACE Syndrome.

    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Boston Children's Hospital

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

    Pierre-olivier Grenier is a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Grenier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Scalded Skin Syndrome, Tufted Angioma, Molluscum Contagiosum, and Hemangioma.

    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Pediatrics
    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Pediatrics

    Dermatology Program

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elaine Kaye is a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kaye is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Rosacea, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation
    Advanced in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation

    Dermatology Program

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

    Sadaf Hussain is a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hussain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Molluscum Contagiosum, and Cutis Gyrata Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation?

    Cerebral cavernous malformations are collections of small blood vessels (capillaries) in the brain that are enlarged and irregular in structure. These capillaries have abnormally thin walls, and they lack other support tissues, such as elastic fibers, which normally make them stretchy. As a result, the blood vessels are prone to leakage, which can cause the health problems related to this condition. Cavernous malformations can occur anywhere in the body, but usually produce serious signs and symptoms only when they occur in the brain and spinal cord (which are described as cerebral).

    When should I see a Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctor near Chestnut Hill, 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctor near Chestnut Hill, 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctors near Chestnut Hill, 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctors near Chestnut Hill, 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctor near Chestnut Hill, 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cerebral Cavernous Malformation 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctor near Chestnut Hill, 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctors near Chestnut Hill, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cerebral Cavernous Malformation 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 Cerebral Cavernous Malformation doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cerebral Cavernous Malformation 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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