The 20 Best Encephalocele Doctors Near Me in Boston, MA

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The 20 Best Encephalocele Doctors near Boston, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in Encephalocele near Boston, MA. Of these, 33 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Edward R. Smith
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Endovascular Embolization, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Timothy R. Smith
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    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 Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Steven D. Tobochnik
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    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

    Steven Tobochnik is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Tobochnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Absence Seizure.

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    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Massachusetts General Hospital

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

    Ioannis Karakis is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Karakis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Encephalocele
    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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Hydrocephalus, Acoustic Neuroma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Mastoidectomy. Dr. Heilman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Advanced in Encephalocele

    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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus due to Congenital Stenosis of Aqueduct of Sylvius, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.

    Advanced in Encephalocele
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Encephalocele
    General Surgery

    Department Of Neurosurgery

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

    Mark Proctor is a General Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Proctor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Craniectomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Department Of Neurology

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

    Benjamin Warf is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Warf is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Myelomeningocele, Syringomyelia, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    750 Washington St, Nemc Box #836, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Diana Bianchi is a Neonatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bianchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are Mosaicism, Trisomy 12 Mosaicism, Polyhydramnios, and Encephalocele.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Tufts Medical Center

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

    Jacob Kosarchuk is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kosarchuk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Encephalocele, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Subdural Hematoma, Mastoidectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Tufts Medical Center

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

    Joshua Kornbluth is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kornbluth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Apoplexy, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Massachusetts General Hospital

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

    Bryan Choi is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Massachusetts General Hospital

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

    Emily Anderson is a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are CHARGE Syndrome, Encephalocele, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Schwannoma.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurology
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurology

    Massachusetts General Hospital

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

    Lee Schwamm is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Schwamm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Massachusetts General Hospital

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

    Brian Nahed is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Nahed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Massachusetts General Hospital

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

    Aneesh Singhal is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Singhal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Vasoconstriction, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Massachusetts General Hospital

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

    Robert Regenhardt is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Regenhardt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Siderosis, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Massachusetts General Hospital

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

    William Curry is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Curry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Meningioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Septoplasty.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Office

    15 Parkman St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nagagopal Venna is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Venna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Neurosarcoidosis.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Carlos Fernandez-Del Castillo MD

    15 Parkman St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Butler is a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Butler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Tethered Cord Syndrome, Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Encephalocele?

    Encephaloceles are rare neural tube defects characterized by sac-like protrusions of the brain and the membranes that cover it through openings in the skull. These defects are caused by failure of the neural tube to close completely during fetal development. The result is a groove down the midline of the upper part of the skull, or the area between the forehead and nose, or the back of the skull. When located in the back of the skull, Encephaloceles are often associated with neurological problems. Encephaloceles are usually dramatic deformities diagnosed immediately after birth; but occasionally a small Encephalocele in the nasal and forehead region can go undetected. There is a genetic component to the condition; it often occurs in families with a history of spina bifida and anencephaly in other family members.

    When should I see an Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele doctors near Boston, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Encephalocele 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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