Boston neurosurgeon Dr. Michael A. Mooney has been selected as a 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctor, an honor bestowed upon only 7 percent of licensed physicians nationwide. Dr. Mooney, affiliated with Mass General Brigham and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, specializes in complex cranial and spine surgeries.
As a board-certified neurological surgeon, Dr. Mooney treats patients with both benign and cancerous brain and spine tumors, including skull-base tumors, meningiomas, schwannomas, and gliomas. His surgical expertise extends to degenerative spine conditions such as cervical radiculopathy, disc herniation, and spinal stenosis.
Dr. Mooney employs advanced minimally invasive techniques, including endoscopic and robotic surgeries, for procedures like artificial disc replacement and tumor excision. His approach emphasizes personalized patient care, offering comprehensive management options tailored to individual medical needs.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Mooney is actively engaged in research focusing on novel imaging techniques in skull-base surgery and clinical trials related to brain and spine tumors. He also serves as an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Harvard Medical School and contributes to administrative efforts in value-based healthcare.
The Castle Connolly Top Doctor designation is determined through peer nominations and a rigorous selection process by a physician-led research team. Dr. Mooney's recognition underscores his professional excellence and significant contributions to neurosurgical medicine.
