The 20 Best Deep Brain Stimulation Doctors near needham, MA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 66 doctor with experience in Deep Brain Stimulation near needham, MA. Of these, 45 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 4 are Elite.

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66 providers found
    Elite in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Elite in Deep Brain Stimulation
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    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronnie Alterman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Alterman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Subdural Hematoma, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Alterman is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Alterman is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Neurosurgery
    Elite in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    John Rolston is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rolston is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Rolston is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rolston is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Elite in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    McLean Hospital

    115 Mill St, 
    Belmont, MA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Darin Dougherty is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Belmont, Massachusetts. Dr. Dougherty is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Tourette Syndrome, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Dougherty is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Distinguished in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Aronson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Aronson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Parkinson's Disease, Seizures, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Aronson is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Aronson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Distinguished in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shan Siddiqi is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Siddiqi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Traumatic Brain Injury, Schizophrenia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Siddiqi is board certified in Psychiatry. Dr. Siddiqi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Distinguished in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Rd Fl 1, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Garth Cosgrove is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Cosgrove is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Seizures, Movement Disorders, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Cosgrove is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    53 Trowbridge Ave, 
    Newtonville, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Mikulis is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Newtonville, Massachusetts. Dr. Mikulis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cervical Myelopathy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Thrombectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Mikulis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Advanced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Nutan Sharma is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Movement Disorders, Dopa-Responsive Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Sharma is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Advanced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ludy Shih is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Shih is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Shih is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Shih is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Family Medicine
    850 Boylston St, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Han Yan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Yan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Choroid Plexus Cyst, Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Efstathios Papavassiliou is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Papavassiliou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Parkinson's Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Papavassiliou is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Papavassiliou is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Advanced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Hale Building For Transformative Medicine On BWH Main Campus

    60 Fenwood Rd, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Barbara Changizi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Changizi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Changizi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Rani Sarkis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Sarkis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Sarkis is board certified in Epilepsy, Behavioral & Cognitive, and Neurology. Dr. Sarkis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Samuel Snider is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Snider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Snider is board certified in Neurology and Neurocritical Care. Dr. Snider is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Neurology
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Peter Novak is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Novak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dysautonomia, Vasoconstriction, Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1), Peripheral Neuropathy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Novak is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Novak is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Joseph Taylor is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. His clinical expertise encompasses Anorexia, Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Taylor is board certified in Psychiatry. Dr. Taylor is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Neurology | Psychiatry
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Neurology | Psychiatry
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Daniel Weisholtz is a Neurologist and a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Weisholtz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Weisholtz is board certified in Epilepsy and Neurology. Dr. Weisholtz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Steven Tobochnik is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Tobochnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Tobochnik is board certified in Epilepsy and Neurology. Dr. Tobochnik is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Jeremiah Scharf is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Scharf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tourette Syndrome, Movement Disorders, Transient Tic Disorder, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Scharf is board certified in Behavioral & Cognitive and Neurology. Dr. Scharf is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation
    Referral may be required

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Hackney is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hackney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Deep Brain Stimulation. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Brain Aneurysm, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Hackney is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Hackney is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Deep Brain Stimulation?

    Deep brain stimulation (DBS) uses a device called a neurostimulator to deliver electrical signals to the areas of the brain that control movement, pain, mood, weight, obsessive-compulsive thoughts, and awakening from a coma.

    When should I see a Deep Brain Stimulation doctor near needham, 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 Deep Brain Stimulation doctor near needham, 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 Deep Brain Stimulation doctors near needham, 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 Deep Brain Stimulation doctors near needham, 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 Deep Brain Stimulation doctor near needham, 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 Deep Brain Stimulation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Deep Brain Stimulation 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 Deep Brain Stimulation doctor near needham, 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 Deep Brain Stimulation 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 Deep Brain Stimulation 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 Deep Brain Stimulation doctors near needham, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Deep Brain Stimulation 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 Deep Brain Stimulation doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Deep Brain Stimulation 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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