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Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout William T Curry
Dr. William Curry is an attending in the Department of Neurosurgery and in the Pappas Center for Neuro-oncology. He provides surgical care for patients with benign and malignant tumors of the brain, skull-base, and spine.
Dr. Curry is a graduate of Harvard College, attended Cornell University Medical College in New York City and trained in Neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. He has been on the neurosurgical faculty at Mass General Hospital since 2004. He is a national leader in the neurosurgical care of patients with tumors of the brain, skull-base, and spine. He is highly skilled in both open and endoscopic/minimally invasive techniques and is known for his ability to handle the most advanced surgical challenges. Dr. Curry leads and participates in multiple clinical trials for patients with brain tumors and is particularly interested in the development of cellular and immune-based therapies for malignant tumors. He is an integral part of the Pappas Center for Neuro-oncology, the MGH/MEEI Cranial Base Center, and the Harris Chordoma Center at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Locations
- Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute Neuro-Oncology Clinic at the Stephen E. and Catherine Pappas Center
- 55 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 9th Floor, Suite 9E, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-591-1114
- fax: 617-726-3365
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Surgery/Neurosurgery, 2003
- Medical Education: Weill Cornell Medical College, 1997
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery: American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2010
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
- 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 CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
50 ratings, 22 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 2/14/2026
Dr. Curry and his administrative assistant, [redacted], were extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. [redacted] Dr. Curry was very easy to talk to, very knowledgeable, and answered all my questions. They both made me feel at ease during a very stressful time. I am fortunate and blessed to have them both on my surgerical team, and I am sure my upcoming surgery will be successful! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 2/2/2026
From 2019, when I had my operation done by Dr. Curry, I have had nothing but really, really great experiences with him and his office. They've all been amazing, as well as post-operative care at Mass General [redacted]. The service was exemplary. Thank you very much.
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
Dr. curry was very professional, knowledgeable, and helpful in providing any questions I had! He explained the results of my MRI and included me in recommending further care and treatment. The RNP was also involved! His friendly and caring personality provided an excellent bidit'
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Excellent
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
Dr. Curry is very knowledgeable, very helpful, extremely smart, and is very attentive to my needs as a patient. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
Dr Curry is very professional
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Although I am not a candidate for surgery Dr. Curry has followed my condition for years.
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
Excellent focus on my issues which have extended over several years. Felt comfortable with explanations and recommendations.
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr. Curry is absolutely the best. I could not be more grateful for the thoughtful, compassionate care. When I found out about my very rare brain tumor, I spoke with four surgeons at different health systems around the country. When I met Dr. Curry, I was confident he was the person I wanted to work with. I am absolutely delighted with that decision. The care I received from him and the team at Mass General has been extraordinary. So grateful.
- Reviewed on 12/4/2025
I recently visited Dr. Curry and was truly impressed by the level of care I received. From the moment I arrived, it felt as though he and his team were fully focused on my well-being, treating me as if I were their only patient. It was clear they had thoroughly reviewed my medical history and past results, and their recommended plan forward was both thoughtful and well-researched. What stood out most was the time they took to explain the reasoning behind their approach. I left the visit with a clear understanding of the "why" behind every recommendation, which gave me great confidence and peace of mind. I highly recommend Dr. Curry and his entire team. Their professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail set a standard of care that is truly exceptional.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Dr. Curry (and all of his team) are always wonderful with communication, understanding and treating me with great care. I always feel that I am attended to personally as an individual though I know there are so many patients being seen. I have great trust and confidence because of both my care and treatment.
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
I feel very well cared for at Dr. Curry's office.
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Thank you to Dr. Curry for his genuine care and for explaining everything very clearly to me.
- Reviewed on 9/29/2025
Dr. William Curry, neurosurgeon, is an excellent professional. He pays attention to even the smallest details, which have gone unnoticed by other neurologists and radiation oncologists, who haven't taken note of these small details, but which make a difference. Thank you. I am very grateful to Dr. William Curry, an excellent professional. Thank you for being part of these patients. And this would be the second time I've had surgery with Dr. Curry.
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
Very conscientious and professional
- Reviewed on 8/16/2025
Really liked him. Always explained everything and treated me kindly. Always provided with a follow-up.
- Reviewed on 8/16/2025
Excellent and very professional. Put me at ease from second I met him.
- Reviewed on 7/26/2025
Dr. Curry is obviously best in class. I am extremely grateful for his care and guidance. I know I wouldn't be here without him. MGH is lucky to have him.
- Reviewed on 7/19/2025
My visit with Dr Curry was what I expected, great!
- Reviewed on 6/21/2025
Dr. Curry is the best doctor for brain tumor issues. I have complete confidence in him and his NP.
- Reviewed on 6/14/2025
I was both impressed and set at ease, by Dr. Curry's patient presentation of my MRI results and the next steps he recommended (biopsy) to clearly identify the abnormalities noted in the MRI; and build a treatment plan. His manner set me at ease. I will follow his recommendations and look forward to working with him.
- Reviewed on 5/18/2025
Professional, knowledgeable and pleasant.