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Dr. Mina Safain, MD

Dr. Mina Safain, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Mina Safain, MD is a neurosurgeon in Boston, MA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities Melrosewakefield Hospital and Tufts Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Locations

Tufts Medical Center Neurosurgery

Tufts Medical Center Neurosurgery800 Washington St Bldg 7 Boston, MA 02111
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New Patient?
(617) 263-8312

MelroseWakefield Hospital

MelroseWakefield Hospital Neurosurgery585 Lebanon St Ste 401 Melrose, MA 02176
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New Patient?
(617) 263-8312

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Safain is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center Boston, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Safain is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Safain specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Safain's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Safain

4.4
50 ratings, 40 with a written review
5 star
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82%
4 star
2%
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3 star
2%
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2 star
2%
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1 star
12%
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Great surgeon, Great explanation of everything
Great
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 10, 2025
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Awesome
Dr. Safain and his staff are awesome. Best surgical experience!!! This team gave me back use of my hands. Thank you!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 10, 2025
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Dr Safain
Dr Safain is great
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 01, 2025
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Gave me my life back
Dr Safain came in special on a Saturday morning to do the surgery because I was in so much pain. Everything went well.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 31, 2025
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I have an option to have l 5 s 1 disc herniation surgery. I had an appointment with Dr. Safain, and he explained to me how he would go about the procedure. He is very professional, and I trust him to do the surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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John – Jan 31, 2025
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Dr. Safain is GREAT but the office has done nothing about contacting my insurance company that denied my surgery for 11-11 so Now i am still in pain and i have to cancel the surgery so service is not that great but loved the doctor.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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kathy ball – Nov 05, 2024
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EXCELLENT CARE!
Dr Safain & his assistant are very caring, professional, know what they are doing, on time, and very gentle.; this was my 2nd back surgery with Dr Safain.6 years ago, after my 1st back surgery. Dr Safain told me thar it wouldn't be long before I would need his services on my right side.I will use his expertise when I need it again. Aging isn't easy.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jean – Sep 27, 2024
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Highly recommend
Dr. Saffain and his assistant Ran are fabulous! They are so thorough and take their time with you. Dr. Saffain did an amazing job with my spinal fusion and my neck pain is gone. He made such a difference. It's amazing not feeling the pain I once felt.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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LY – Sep 26, 2024
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Very knowledgeable, professional Surgeon,
The promptness of the staff and the outstanding work of the surgeon.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Carol Edwards – Mar 08, 2024
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Pituitary apoplexy
Dr. Safain explained what was happening and successfully removed the tumor. I had complete faith in his expertise and judgement . We had the best care and all involved were very knowledgeable about my husbands treatment plan. I would highly recommend Dr. Safain and his team.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 10, 2024
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So far so good!
Dr. Safain and Ran Ku have been absolutely fantastic. I am 6 weeks post op from L5-S1 robot assisted fusion and I am improving every day. They are responsive, patient and really attentive to their patients. The nerve pain I went in for has subsided as a result of the surgery and I couldn’t be happier with their professionalism and attentiveness.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 23, 2023
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Back and-leg pain relief
Dr. Safain procedure on me was excellent and such a relief of my pain on my back and numbness in my left leg. His bedside manner was very professional.I would recommend him to any of my family and friends.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 23, 2023
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Awesome Doctor
He actually takes time to listen. Explained my condition well and was honest and upfront.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 12, 2023
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WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE !
Dr. Mina Safain and Dr. Ran Ku are amazing doctors! They are like Batman and Robin who get things done. I am a runner and experienced right leg pain for several years, and thought it was my right knee. After an MRI scan of my spine, Dr. Safain explained that the problem existed from the cartilage being worn away at the L4 - L5 vertebra, and recommended 'Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion' to alleviate this issue. I had no idea what Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion was but I really wanted to get rid of this pain. Six weeks later post-op, the doctors asked me about the pain in my right leg and, to be honest with you, I had forgotten about my pain. I am so glad I chose Dr. Safain and Dr. Ran Ku at Melrose Wakefield Hospital, and would highly recommend to anyone suffering with back and leg pain complexities to make an appointment to see them. I am very grateful to them and their entire staff. Larry LeBlanc
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Larry LeBlanc – Oct 01, 2023
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Great doctor, great person, great team
Dr. Safain performed L4-L5 TLIF on me. Very kind, great bedside manners, and most importantly, he's incredibly talented. Additionally, his PA Ran Ku was terrific. Back surgery is scary, but Dr. Safain and his team did a great job explaining the process. I investigated 3 doctors and am 100% certain I made the right choice allowing Dr. Safain to perform the surgery on my back.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 23, 2023
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Wonderful Surgeon
Dr Safain operated on my neck and did a wonderful job. I’m free of pain and recovery went smoothly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 10, 2023
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Good experience
Doctor took a lot of time explaining condition. Although didn’t recommend surgery gave other options for me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 13, 2023
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C4 - C5 Stenosis
DR. Safain recently operated on my neck and I couldn't be happier with the pre-surgery, surgery and post-surgery experience. Dr. Safain and his staff answered all my questions and explained the benefits and risks of the surgery. There was immediate improvement to a good amount of my symptoms. I would highly recommend Dr. Safain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dana – Mar 16, 2023
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Got my vision Back
Dr. Safain Diagnosed me with a pituitary tumor pushing on my vision nerves. After removing it through my nose my vision came back that same day. Im really glad he was my doctor. Took a lot of time explaining the surgery and putting me at ease
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Andrew B – Feb 28, 2023
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Put me at ease
I was admitted to the hospital with a Brain Tumor called a Meningioma. Dr. Safain guided me through the decision to have surgery and took it out with no problems. I was home two days later. Really went great. Im so thankful to the entire Tufts staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mary M – Feb 28, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

Tufts Medical Center Community Care, formerly Hallmark Health Medical Associates (HHMA), is a multi-specialty medical group of more than 90 physicians and nurse practitioners who provide care in north suburban Boston. Our specialties include family...read more

biography

Mina Safain, MD grew up in Holliston, MA completing his undergraduate education at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and then attending medical school at the Yale University School of Medicine. He returned to Boston for neurosurgical residency...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Brigahm & Women's Hospital Endoscopic And Pituitary Fellowship

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Tufts Medical Center-neurosurgery

    Internship Hospital
  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2009
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Safain is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Tufts Medical Center

      800 Washington St
      Boston, MA 02111
      Recipient of 9
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Melrosewakefield Hospital

      585 Lebanon St
      Melrose, MA 02176
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