William Vasilios Kastrinakis, MD

William Vasilios Kastrinakis, MD

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4.916157 average rating from 229 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Boston, MA
  • Salem, MA
  • Danvers, MA

Dr. William Kastrinakis is a General and Gastrointestinal surgeon. He is the Chief of General Surgery at Northshore Medical Center and the Surgical Director of the Mass General/Northshore Cancer Center. He specializes in minimally invasive surgery, colorectal surgery and general surgical oncology.

Dr. Kastrinakis grew up in Beverly, MA, and went to Tufts University and Tufts Medical School. He completed a General Surgery Residency at the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital. He served as the Assistant to the Surgeon in Chief at the Brigham after completing his surgical training and completed a Surgical Oncology Research Fellowship at the Deaconess Hospital. Dr. Kastrinakis has been on the surgical staff at the MGH since 2014.

Education & Training

  • Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, General Surgery, 1997
  • Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Surgical Oncology Research, 1994
  • Residency: Georgetown University, General Surgery, 1992
  • Internship: Georgetown University, General Surgery, 1991
  • Medical Education: Tufts University School of Medicine, 1990

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery), American Board of Surgery

Languages Spoken

  • Greek
  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.916157 average rating from 229 reviews

  • Everything okay. I appreciate everything.

    2026-07-01

  • emergency room visit turned into gall bladder removal. everyone involved in the Emergency room to the surgeon were excellent

    2026-06-27

  • Dr.Kastrinakis is an excellent surgeon.Explains everything and aware of causing any pain during procedure.

    2026-06-24

  • This was my first time seeing this Doctor, and I was happy with the information provided me by him.

    2026-06-16

  • Dr. Kastrinakis was very professional, he is quite knowledgeable and explained everything to me clearly. I appreciate his time and attention.

    2026-06-16

  • 1st office visit. Would definitely see again if follow up visit is warranted.

    2026-06-11

  • Very on time and willing to hear my problem. Did not hurry me at all.

    2026-06-11

  • He made me feel at ease and was the first one to finally say the gallbladder had to come out did not beat around the bush.

    2026-06-08

  • The provider was clear with his explanation of the procedure and answered any questions I had which was very helpful and assuring.

    2026-05-28

  • Dr K was a good listener and took his time to explain everything.

    2026-05-24

  • Very professional; very thorough.

    2026-05-23

  • All good.

    2026-05-17

  • Clear and descriptive. Reassuring. Thank you.

    2026-05-18

  • Dr. K allows me plenty of time in our appointments to ask all of my questions and for him to answer them. He's often drawing diagrams or showing me models of intestines and how things work and how they relate to my body. I feel very comfortable with Dr. K and I actually look forward to seeing him every year to confirm that my situation is stable and no surgery is needed. He gives me peace of mind.

    2026-05-17

  • experienced and knowledgeable

    2026-05-15

  • Very nice

    2026-05-15

  • Dr Kastrinakis and [redacted] did a FINE job taking care of me. I am grateful for their kindness and professionalism. My back is healing fine.

    2026-05-14

  • It was one of the most informative days of the week.

    2026-05-12

  • I had a five-star experience with Dr. K and I'm just waiting now for the test that he said he would perform to find out what's going on with me in my situation. But he is very professional, very kind and I definitely would tell everybody if they're looking for a great general surgeon to see Dr. K.

    2026-05-11

  • Very good

    2026-05-06

  • The provider was, besides being very friendly and warm, very knowledgeable about the nature of the surgery he is going to perform and the risks and the benefits and what would be the best way to do it. So I felt he was terrific.

    2026-05-06

  • Dr Kastrinakis was professional, kind and courteous and listened to what I had to say, I would highly recommend him as a physician and surgeon.

    2026-05-01

  • I'm just saying that she's very professional and friendly.

    2026-05-01

  • As usual MGH staff are the best

    2026-04-29

  • Dr. Was fantastic explaining what I will be getting done in surgery as well as asking me questions on previous surgeries I have had! Very impressed with him and the entire organization at mass General Hospital Danvers!

    2026-04-29

  • He was great. Took interest in what I said and explained what is going to happen very well.

    2026-04-25

  • Very attentive

    2026-04-23

  • The entire staff were great, the nurse was exceptional and doctor Kastrinakis was incredible. Very open and explained everything so I could understand it and provided great insight on options for the next step of my testing.

    2026-04-22

  • The Dr and assistant along with nurses were all great

    2026-04-22

  • My first time seeing him and I liked him. He was very thorough and approachable. I felt comfortable asking questions

    2026-04-19

  • Dr. Kastrinakis was the only doctor I saw. He was great. He spent over half an hour with the wife and I in his office. I'd recommend him very highly. Thank you.

    2026-04-17

  • Very good service,

    2026-04-17

  • Dr. Kastrinakis explained everything during the visit to both myself and my wife in clear language and asked engaging questions

    2026-04-13

  • Dr Kastrinakis is an excellent physician and I highly recommend him. Previous experience with him have always been excellent. He is not only an excellent surgeon, but truly cares for his patients.

    2026-04-11

  • First time visit with the doctor was very pleasant and informative. He explained everything in detail and maybe you feel comfortable..

    2026-04-11

  • the care provider was excellent.

    2026-04-09

  • He was professional and kind. He took his time with me. I was not rushed

    2026-04-08

  • Everyone was so nice and respectful I would definitely recommend to everyone

    2026-04-07

  • He was great at explaining everything to me.He answered all my questions.He made me feel comfortable asking my questions.He was very informative about my condition.

    2026-04-07

  • Good listener and provided good information

    2026-03-12

  • made me comfortable

    2026-03-11

  • An excellent interview. Dr. Kastrinakis gave me the assurance I needed on his surgical approach by describing the surgical options.

    2026-03-08

  • I have had Dr. K previously znd am satisfied with his service.

    2026-03-07

  • It was a very positive experience. Both the nurse and the doctor were friendly, reassuring and they explained things well. I felt well taken care of!

    2026-03-04

  • Kind informative

    2026-03-04

  • He was very informative, knowledgeable, and patient. I'm very lucky that I was able to see him in such short notice.

    2026-03-02

  • Both the doctor and the nurse were excellent.

    2026-02-26

  • everything was explained well regarding my concerns

    2026-02-19

  • Quick and easy.

    2026-02-25

  • Great bedside minor. Explained procedues clearly even to the extent of contact with an oncologist after the surgery.

    2026-01-29

  • Nice accessible office. Well structured and polite staff.

    2026-01-25

  • I like dr. Kastrinakis a lot for his attention to his patient and his common sense

    2026-01-22

  • excellent care fine experience

    2026-01-21

  • Dr Kastinatis is a wonderful calming doctor. I feel comfortable with him.

    2026-01-09

  • He was very keen on his profession, explained the situation, proceedure, and the recovery period, in great detail. Answered all of my questions with honesty and factually

    2026-01-05

  • Took a few rescheduled appointments but when I did get to see the doctor it was a good experience and felt comfortable with the care plan set out for surgery.

    2026-01-01

  • All ok

    2025-12-30

  • This was my first appt with this doctor and I appreciated the time that was given to me for receiving the information that I requested regarding my diagnosis.

    2025-12-17

  • Extremely professional and satisfying. VERY pleased with my introduction to Dr. K and what he is able to provide and what he expects from myself

    2025-12-14

  • He was straight to the point! Explaining things concisely!! I have full confidence in him to do the hernia surgery!! He came highly recommended by Dr. [redacted] and Dr. [redacted]!!

    2025-12-07

  • My mom felt very at ease with the doctor. He was very patient with her needs

    2025-11-30

  • Dr Kastrinakis & staff were excellent. Dr K provided clear explanation of his recommended plan.

    2025-11-16

  • Virtual call with MRI results. Doctor very professional and courteous. Friendly. Called on time with great news. Excellent service from office and staff. Very pleased..

    2025-11-16

  • Dr K is courteous, professional, knowledgeable and is easy to talk to. I am glad I was referred to him.

    2025-11-15

  • Calm, courteous, pleasant. Explain everything, showed pic

    2025-11-08

  • Everything about my visit was performed in a professional manner

    2025-10-30

  • Hi was excellent

    2025-10-30

  • The doctor was kind and caring and completed my surgical procedure in a pain-free manner. I couldn't be more pleased

    2025-10-29

  • The nurse was fabulous. She had a sense of humor, and a deep well of experience. This was a piece of cake for the surgeon, who completed the biopsy with timely speed and dexterity, and was also fully open and easy to communicate with.

    2025-10-22

  • Thank you to Dr Kastrinakis and the medical staff. [redacted]

    2025-10-21

  • Put my mind at ease, easy to talk to

    2025-10-19

  • Timely appointment....professional and courteous staff

    2025-10-21

  • Felt very confident with his results and how it was explained.

    2025-10-12

  • I thought the doctor was very good and I'd recommend him except that I need to have surgery to repair a hernia and he's booking three months at least in the future, which doesn't help me too much. So that's my one reason for not recommending him to others.

    2025-10-08

  • I felt very relaxed and comfortable sitting and talking with the doctor. He was very knowledgeable. I just felt very comfortable and he sounded like he knew what he was doing. I'm looking forward to working with the doctor.

    2025-10-03

  • Surgeon: Efficient, caring, made me feel comfortable - he's very confident and skilled Assistant: amazing, went way above and beyond, could not have gone through it without her - so very grateful I'm not an easy patient - very dramatic - yet surgeon and his assistant handled me with respect, patience and ease.

    2025-09-28

  • The surgeon was personable efficient and clear in his instructions for aftercare

    2025-09-26

  • He was great.

    2025-09-22

  • provider was very nice, very courteous, knew what he was talking about, and I'd recommend him highly. Thank you.

    2025-09-19

  • Quick and efficient procedure performed.

    2025-09-18

  • I'm thankful that he is available

    2025-09-14

  • Hello, my name is [redacted]. I am [redacted]s' son. I am the one filling out this survey. And we were quite impressed with Dr. Kastrinakis. He took us in on a Friday afternoon at [redacted] o'clock and made time for us. And he rushed my mother in [redacted] to begin to get cleaned out for her colon. for our procedure this week. In any case, we were quite impressed. Thank you. Again, appreciate it.

    2025-09-10

  • Great guy

    2025-09-03

  • He was very attentive and explained things very well in layman's terms!

    2025-09-04

  • He was pleasant and helpful with his explainations.

    2025-09-04

  • The best

    2025-08-28

  • Very good and thorough

    2025-08-28

  • Very professional, knowledgeable & kind

    2025-08-27

  • Great experience, nothing else to add.

    2025-08-27

  • I did not have surgery. Dr Kastrinakis explained to me that he did not do surgery on ears. I said to his assistant why didn't the person who scheduled me tell me he did not do surgery on ears. She explained that the scheduler was not medical. Both his time and my time was wasted.

    2025-08-26

  • He well versed in the problem that I had

    2025-08-27

  • You have a Fantastic Staff

    2025-08-21

Accepted Insurance

  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Wellpoint
  • Multiplan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • WellSense
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
  • Humana
  • Medicaid VT
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Railroad Medicare
  • United Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Coventry
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MassHealth
  • TriCare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • WellSense NH
  • Beech Street
  • Cigna
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicare
  • Fallon Health
  • Maine Community Health Options
  • Medicaid RI