Dr. James T. Kryzanski is a board-certified neurosurgeon at Tufts Medical Center, where he serves as Director of the Epilepsy Surgery Program and Co-Director of the Spine Surgery Program. He is a Clinical Associate Professor at Tufts Medical School with extensive experience in awake spinal surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and epilepsy treatment. Dr. Kryzanski has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications, holds multiple patents, and has received numerous honors including recognition as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly and Boston Magazine.
CLINICAL & SURGICAL LEADERSHIP
- Director, Epilepsy Surgery Program
- Co-Director, Spine Surgery Program
- Over 20 years as an Attending Neurosurgeon at Tufts Medical Center
- Pioneered awake spinal surgery and minimally invasive techniques
ACADEMIC & TEACHING EXCELLENCE
- Clinical Associate Professor, Tufts Medical School
- Recognized as an Outstanding Instructor (2022–2025)
- Longstanding mentor to medical students and residents
- Instructor in Neurosurgery Bootcamps, Skull Base Workshops, and Neuroanatomy
RESEARCH & INNOVATION
- Co-investigator on NIH-funded studies totaling over $4 million
- Research focus:
- Spinal anesthesia and its impact on outcomes and healthcare sustainability
- Amyloid pathology in spinal stenosis
- Holds multiple U.S. patents on subdural electrode technologies
