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The Massachusetts General Hospital Brain Tumor Center provides consultation services regarding the diagnosis and management of tumors of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves for patients who are unable to travel to the MGH in person. Consultations can be requested by patients or their physicians.

Consultation opinions are performed after review of clinical reports, radiology studies (e.g., MRIs), and pathology materials. After evaluation of the above information, recommendations can be made regarding therapeutic options including:

To provide the best advice, we need the following items in English.

There is a charge for the consultation. Please contact the MGH Brain Tumor Center (Telephone 617.724.8770 or e-mail ) to determine the amount. Payment must be made by check or money order from a U.S. bank, and must arrive with the clinical material. Pathology consultation will be billed separately by the MGH Pathology Department for patients in the USA. For international patients, the pathology charge must be submitted with the material.

Send consultation materials by overnight mail to:

International Travel to MGH Brain Tumor Center

For international patients who dersire to travel to the MGH Brain Tumor Center, in-person evaluation and procedures can be preformed at the patient's convenience.

The Massachusetts General Hospital has established a outstanding International Program. Representatives from the International Patient and Family Center are available to assist international patients and their families with transportation, lodging, interpretation, and other needs.

For information contact the International Program Office at: