Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Susanna B Mierau
Dr. Mierau's neuroscience research focuses on understanding how sensory experience shapes the developing brain and how this process is disrupted in neurodevelopmental disorders including Rett syndrome and some patients with autism. In her research at Oxford, she studied the role of sensory experience on the development of synapses, the connections between brain cells, in the part of the brain that responds to touch. She is now using similar techniques to investigate how synaptic function is altered in Rett syndrome, in brain region that processes vision, and to test new drugs that target the synaptic dysfunction. This research is important for understanding the regression of language, social and cognitive function in Rett syndrome and for developing new treatments.
Locations
- Massachusetts General Lurie Center for Autism
- 1 Maguire Road, Lexington, MA 02421
- Get Directions
- phone: 781-860-1700
- fax: 781-860-1766
- Brigham and Women's Neurology Cognitive and Behavioral Program
- 60 Fenwood Road, Boston, MA 02115
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-732-8060
- fax: 857-307-5461
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Cambridge, Neuroscience, 2018
- Fellowship: Boston Childrens Hospital (Massachusetts), Research- Neuroscience, 2014
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Neurology/Autism, 2013
- Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Neurology, 2011
- Internship: University of Kansas School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2008
- Medical Education: Harvard Medical School, 2007
Board Certifications
- Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2011
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Maine Community Health Options
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Behavioral Health
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
45 ratings, 17 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 3/1/2026
I thank my lucky stars that we have Dr. Mierau as a neurologist for my son with Autism. She is knowledgeable, caring, and always helpful. I can't say enough.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr. Mierau provided above and beyond for the appointment that [redacted], my son, who is profoundly autistic, had. So I just want to give her kudos and make sure that it's a high recommendation for her. She was very calm, very professional, very insightful. So thank you.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
We had a wonderful experience and look forward to our next appointment. Everyone was very professional and knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
They have done amazing work
- Reviewed on 9/26/2025
The first provider that has made me feel seen and heard I've ever had, which I greatly appreciate
- Reviewed on 8/6/2025
Very well done very nice meeting with my Doctor
- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
She is very knowledgeable and professional.
- Reviewed on 7/24/2025
This Doctor completely made my life make sense with the medical diagnoses that was given. Which was being an Adult on the Autism Spectrum. This was actually a great relief. She was very compassionate, understanding, and attentive. Her explanation was right to the point and easily understood.
- Reviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr. Mireau is a very caring and compassionate provider who is truly committed to her patients. During our visit, I asked if she would provide us with a letter in support of services my son should be receiving at his group home. To my amazement, I received a well-written letter that very evening!
- Reviewed on 7/20/2025
This Dr is wonderful and very helpful takes time to listen and explain
- Reviewed on 7/20/2025
She is absolutely fantastic and caring and knowledgeable. I can't ask for more!
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
She takes the time needed to best help me. She is very thorough and considers many different angles and causes of symptoms.
- Reviewed on 6/8/2025
Very informative, good information given.
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
Great experience every single time.
- Reviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr Mierau responds to our needs in a timely, empathetic manner. Her knowledge provides us insights in how to proceed.
- Reviewed on 5/20/2025
Excellent care
- Reviewed on 5/8/2025
Dr. Mierau is simply phenomenal, as is Dr. [redacted], who [redacted] also sees.