Dr. Ekkehard Kasper, MD

Expert Publications

• Survival after concurrent traumatic dislocation of the atlanto-occipital and atlanto-axial joints: a case report and review of the literature.
• Microdysgenesis: Historical roots of an important concept in epilepsy.
• Drain associated meningitis and ventriculitis remains a pivotal problem in neurointensive care: to understand their causes we need better surveillance data.
• Neurosurgical education in Europe and the United States of America.
• Neuropathology of epilepsy and psychosis: the contributions of J.A.N. Corsellis.
• 18Fluoroethyl-L-tyrosine-PET in long-term epilepsy associated glioneuronal tumors.
• A pregnant female with a large intracranial mass: Reviewing the evidence to obtain management guidelines for intracranial meningiomas during pregnancy.
• Posterior leukoencephalopathy following repair of an ileocecal anastomosis breakdown: a case report and review of the literature.
• Predicting postoperative hydrocephalus in 227 patients with skull base meningioma.
• Histiocytosis X: Characteristics, behavior, and treatments as illustrated in a case series.
• Post-transplant aspergillosis and the role of combined neurosurgical and antifungal therapies under belatacept immunosuppression.
• Cyberknife hypofractionated stereotactic radiosurgery (HSRS) of resection cavity after excision of large cerebral metastasis: efficacy and safety of an 800 cGy × 3 daily fractions regimen.
• Epilepsy gene LGI1 regulates postnatal developmental remodeling of retinogeniculate synapses.
• "Time is brain" the Gifford factor - or: Why do some civilian gunshot wounds to the head do unexpectedly well? A case series with outcomes analysis and a management guide.
• Extent of resection and radiotherapy in GBM: A 1973 to 2007 surveillance, epidemiology and end results analysis of 21,783 patients.

Media Releases

Renowned Neurosurgeon Elevates Patient Care with Expertise in Neuro-Oncology and Innovative Surgical Techniques 

Boston, Massachusetts – St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center and Steward Medical Group are proud to announce that Ekkehard Kasper, MD, an internationally recognized neurosurgeon and expert in neuro-oncology, has joined their medical staff as Regional Chief of Neurosurgery. With an extensive background and a commitment to advancing neurosurgical care, Dr. Kasper is poised to make a significant impact on patient outcomes in the Boston area.

Dr. Kasper’s specialization in neuro-oncology allows him to effectively treat a wide range of tumors affecting the brain, spine, and pituitary gland, whether they are benign, malignant, or metastatic. He will collaborate closely with the prestigious Dana Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women’s Hospital to provide comprehensive care in this critical area of medicine.

In addition to his focus on tumors, Dr. Kasper is dedicated to treating a variety of conditions impacting the brain and spinal cord. His expertise encompasses hydrocephalus, Chiari malformation, trigeminal neuralgia, spinal stenosis, degenerative disk disease, traumatic brain injury, cavernomas, and intracranial hemorrhage, among others. Dr. Kasper is skilled in minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures, as well as in utilizing advanced techniques in radiosurgery. Notably, he has a unique focus on providing neurosurgical care for women during pregnancy, addressing a vital and often overlooked aspect of neurosurgery.

As part of his commitment to medical education, Dr. Kasper will also serve as teaching faculty at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, facilitated by St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center’s partnership with Boston University. His dedication to teaching and mentoring the next generation of neurosurgeons reflects his deep-seated belief in the importance of education in advancing the field of neurosurgery.

Dr. Kasper’s illustrious career began with his Medical Degree from Albert Ludwig University in Freiburg, Germany, followed by a neurobiology doctorate (DPhil) from Oxford University. He completed his neurosurgical residency at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in Boston, further enhancing his expertise through a research fellowship in neuroanatomy and a clinical fellowship in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.

Before joining St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Dr. Kasper held esteemed positions at McMaster University and Hamilton Health Sciences in Ontario, Canada, where he served as Service Head of Neurosurgery and Director of the Brain Tumor Service. He has also contributed significantly to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston as an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School.

Dr. Kasper is an active member of numerous neurosurgical professional societies across North America, Asia, and Europe. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurological Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. His dedication to research and academic work is underscored by his editorial roles for 13 scientific journals and reviews for 29 journals in neurology and neurosurgery, both domestic and international. 

Dr. Kasper has earned numerous prestigious accolades throughout his career. He was recognized as a US Top Doc in 2022 and as a Castle Connolly Best Doctor in 2021. From 2012 to 2017, he was nominated annually for the Stoneman Harvard Teaching Award and received the Royal College Teaching Award in 2019. Since 2011, he has been listed in Marquis Who’s Who, highlighting his continued impact in his field. His compassionate care and dedication to patients have also been honored with multiple awards, including the Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2011–2015), Patients’ Choice Award (2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016), Top 10 Doctor distinctions for Metro Area, City, and State (2014), and the On-Time Doctor Award (2015, 2016).

Fluent in English, French, and German, Dr. Kasper brings a multicultural perspective to his practice, enhancing the patient experience for diverse populations in Boston.

St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center is thrilled to have Dr. Ekkehard Kasper as part of its neurosurgery team, where his expertise continually enhances patient outcomes and drives innovation in the field.

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