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Headache and Facial Pain Service

The Mass General Brigham Headache and Facial Pain Service provides expert diagnosis and treatment for headache, facial pain, and neuropathic pain disorders.
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Expert headache and facial pain care

Headaches and facial pain can be caused by a variety of conditions. Episodic and chronic head and neck pain can interfere with daily life.

At the Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute, our specialists provide individualized treatment focused on reducing the severity and frequency of headache and neuropathic pain and helping patients regain quality of life.

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Part of the Neuroscience Institute

Learn more about the Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute

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Our approach to care

At the Neuroscience Institute, our clinicians deliver multidisciplinary headache and facial pain care to help patients find lasting relief.
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Multidisciplinary care team

Your care team collaborates with specialists across Mass General Brigham to help reduce the frequency and severity of pain. These specialties may include:

  • Integrative medicine
  • Neurology
  • Neuro-ophthalmology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Oral and maxillofacial surgery
  • Otolaryngology (head and neck surgery)
  • Pain management
  • Physical therapy
  • Psychiatry
  • Rheumatology

Your clinician coordinates care across specialties as part of a personalized pain management plan.

Expert diagnosis and testing

After referral from your primary care physician or specialist, we will work with you to schedule your first appointment.

During this appointment, you receive a detailed physical and neurological exam, including a review of your medical history and previous imaging. If additional testing is needed, our team will create an individualized treatment plan for you.

Advancing headache and neuropathic pain research

Our multidisciplinary team studies the biology of headache and neuropathic pain disorders to develop more effective treatments.

We focus on migraine and related conditions, pressure-related headaches, and the role of integrative therapies. Our research has improved care by:

  • Identifying the factors that contribute to headache and nerve pain
  • Defining evidence-based treatment approaches that combine medication and integrative therapies
  • Discovering new ways to develop safer, more effective treatments in the future
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Our approach

Headache and facial pain conditions

We provide full evaluation for head and neck pain disorders, including assessment for CSF leak and advanced neuroimaging. We also offer a full range of treatments, combining evidence-based medications with non-medication therapies. Every treatment plan is personalized and created by a multidisciplinary team.
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Our neuroscience specialists

Your care is coordinated by a team of specialists in neurology, neurosurgery, advanced brain imaging, and nursing. Depending on your condition, your care team may also include experts in neuropsychology, rehabilitation, genetics, social work, and mental health. This team works together to understand your neurological condition from every angle and develop a care plan tailored to you.
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This program is part of the Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute, bringing together experts across neurology, psychiatry, and brain health.

  • Neuroscience Institute

    Get expert care for brain and nervous system disorders at the Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute. Explore programs, find specialists, and request an appointment.

  • Neuroscience Institute

    Get expert care for brain and nervous system disorders at the Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute. Explore programs, find specialists, and request an appointment.

  • Pain Management

    Get advanced pain management in Greater Boston. Mass General Brigham specialists treat chronic and acute pain, including back, cancer, and nerve pain.

  • Facial Nerve Center

    We are exclusively dedicated to the treatment of facial nerve disorders, including sudden and long-standing facial paralysis.

  • Neuro-Ophthalmology

    Neuro-ophthalmology care for complex vision conditions caused by disorders of the brain, nerves, and eyes. Learn how our specialists diagnose and treat neuro-ophthalmic conditions.

  • Cranial Base Center

    We offer diagnostic tests, the latest treatments, and support for all disorders of the skull base. Find out about our approach.

  • Sinus Center

    In the Sinus Center, we aim to preserve and improve the function of your nose and sinuses.

  • Sports Concussion Clinic

    Schedule a sports concussion evaluation with our specialists for personalized treatment and a safe return to school, work, and sport.

  • Sleep Neurology Program

    Get expert sleep neurology care for insomnia, apnea, narcolepsy and more. Request an appointment for testing and personalized treatment.

  • Pain and Functional Restoration Program

    Get personalized pain management for musculoskeletal pain conditions, including back, neck, and joint problems.

  • Spine Care

    We offer dedicated spine services, including the latest nonsurgical and surgical treatments, for all spinal disorders. Explore our spine services.

  • Ear, Hearing, and Balance Disorders Program

    If you or your child suffer from problems of the ear, hearing loss, or often feel dizzy and unsteady, we are here to help. With dedicated services in both hearing and balance, we offer the latest treatments and surgical techniques for such diagnoses.

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Services and programs

Neuroscience clinical trials and research

Our research is shaping the future of neuroscience care. We offer access to clinical trials and emerging therapies, including treatments that may not yet be widely available. Eligibility depends on a person’s diagnosis, treatment history, and more. Explore our research and clinical trials or talk with your care team to learn about available options.
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Explore our neuroscience research

Learn how neuroscience research informs patient care

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Search clinical trials

Search open clinical trials for neurological conditions

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Explore articles featuring expert insights on neuroscience, patient experiences, and tips for managing a neurological diagnosis.

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Contact the Headache and Facial Pain Service

Call us to speak with a team member who can help you understand your options and guide you to the care that is right for you. With locations throughout New England and support for patients traveling from outside the United States, we make it easier to access coordinated, expert care.
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Massachusetts General Hospital

Facial Pain: 617-726-8810

Headache: 617-726-0240

Headache (Foxborough): 857-282-0200

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

Headache: 617-983-7580

International
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