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Howard L Kaufman

Howard L Kaufman, MD

Neurosurgery

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Mass Eye and Ear Head and Neck Cancer Program

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, General Surgery, 1995
  • Fellowship: National Cancer Institute-Bethesda, Surgery/Surgical Oncology, 1990
  • Internship: St. Francis Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1988
  • Internship: University of Illinois College of Medicine, General Surgery, 1987
  • Medical Education: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, 1986

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 1996

Insurance

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  • Aetna
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Maine Community Health Options
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid CT
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicare
  • Medicare ACO
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Tufts Public Health Plan
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense
  • WellSense NH

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

92 ratings, 35 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    Have had only positive experience this far, MD is always respectful, honest , lucky to have him.

  • Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    My son, [redacted] and I were afforded full information and opportunity to consider about the several options available to us ([redacted] is my amanuensis and health proxy). We were able to ask questions of Drs. Kaufman, [redacted], and [redacted] re the CATscan results and the various options available to me at this point. We profusely thank the MEE Head and Neck Medical Team for their attention and care.

  • Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    Dr Kaufman listens, communicates, smiles and lends his expertise.

  • Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Very efficient

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Enjoyed my visit with him

  • Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Top shelf. Awesome Dr.s Kaufman and [redacted] have my highest regard and confidence.

  • Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    I was impressed that Dr. Kaufman had done his homework and was familiar with my medical history. I appreciated his openness and sincerity. I felt that I was in good medical hands.

  • Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    It was a great experience !

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Excellent!

  • Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Literal years of pleasant, informative, deliberate conversation and care.

  • Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Excellent, informative and relaxing.

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    I love Dr Kaufman. I feel he genuinely cares about me. He makes comfortable for me to ask any questions.

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    Dr [redacted] and Dr Kaufman were extremely informative and caring I look forward to my results

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    Everything was excellent

  • Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Nothing really. You covered all the bases. Dr. Kaufman is fabulous.

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    I was amazed about every aspect of my visit! They made me feel comfortable and not stressed at all! When they came in to talk to me it's as if they've known me forever! They did their research and knew about my case and history! I was very impressed!

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    I have no problem understanding everything that matters to me all nurses and doctors were explaining to me

  • Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    The provider communicated my health issue very clearly and was easy to understand. He had a very calm demeanor and was highly professional.

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Very nice man, extremely knowledgeable, great provider.

  • Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Dr. Kaufman was impressive! He devoted far more time than expected. I have a profound hearing loss and the doctor spoke directly to me allowing me to supplement my hearing aids with speach reading which made the appointment go smoothly. This was an outstanding experience for me. My wife accompanied me. She is a Certified Case Manager RN which aided both the doctor and me during the appointment. This appointment was an outstanding experience for me!

  • Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Everyone in this office is so kind.

  • Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    The doctors are great. They are listen very well and inspire confidence with their knowledge and expertise.

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Due to the fact that we had to drive into Boston and we got lost, we ended up being over a half hour late for our appointment. And the doctor very graciously waited for us and let us come, which we really appreciated in this stressful situation. I thought it was so kind. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    Very caring and responsive to my concerns

  • Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Dr Kaufman is truly a talented specialist in the field of oncology. His care and compassion, has been outstanding and he collaborates closely with my Surgeon Dr [redacted]. I truly am fortunate to have such outstanding medical care and total care coordination . I have been seen by Dr Kaufman and Dr [redacted] for the past 6 years and remain in the Melanoma protocol. I highly recommend Dr Kaufman for his wonderful insightful care and helpful directed care coordination.

  • Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    It's amazing how wonderful everyone is they are truly professionals. I can't say enough, great things about MGH and all make what it is. Thank You.

  • Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Always caring and listens to me. Shares insights and discusses new technologies that might benefit me if my cancer returns. Always feel positive after a visit.

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    They are all great

  • Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Very responsive and reassuring

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Always knowledgeable and efficient. Extremely happy with my care provider.

  • Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    I was very comfortable with Dr. Kaufman and Dr. [redacted]. Both listened carefully, and responded directly to my questions an concerns. I left with a complete understanding of my medical situation, alternatives, and next step.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    They listened and questioned me respectfully.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Dr Kaufman is very caring and explains in terms I understand

  • Reviewed on 3/31/2025

    Excellent experience.