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Dr. Achilles Papavasiliou, MD

Dr. Achilles Papavasiliou, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Achilles Papavasiliou, MD is a neurosurgeon in Hyannis, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Papavasiliou has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Falmouth Hospital and Cape Cod Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

46 North St Hyannis, MA 02601
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(508) 771-0006

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Papavasiliou is affiliated with Falmouth Hospital Falmouth, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Papavasiliou is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Papavasiliou specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Papavasiliou's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Papavasiliou

4.2

22 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
14%
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Nick DiGirolamo – Jun 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jeanne Ayer – Feb 19, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Susanne C. – May 26, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Thomas W. Burke – Feb 29, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Sharon in East Falmouth, MA – Sep 14, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Dr. Nelson Wood in Hyannis, MA – Aug 26, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 26, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kate in Hyannis, MA – Apr 26, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Caroline S. in Yarmouth Port, MA – Apr 19, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
William J. Maloney in West Harwich, MA – Mar 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Papavasiliou's practice philosophy is to present patients with the different treatment options and then help guide them through the healthcare system. "Sometimes that involves surgery, but more often than not it involves non-surgical treatment,"...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Neurological Spine Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Dartmouth College

    2002

  • Dartmouth-hitchcock Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996

  • Wesleyan University, Ct

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Papavasiliou is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Hatfield Cardiology LLC46 North St Hyannis, MA 02601
    1
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    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Cape Cod Hospital

      27 Park St
      Hyannis, MA 02601
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Falmouth Hospital

      100 Ter Heun Dr
      Falmouth, MA 02540
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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