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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Astrocytoma near Rio De Janeiro, RJ. Of these, 35 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    39 providers found
      Advanced in Astrocytoma

      Vivaldo D. Neto-Moura
      Advanced in Astrocytoma

      Vivaldo D. Neto-Moura
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Vivaldo Neto-Moura practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Neto-Moura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Their top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Advanced in Astrocytoma

      Diana O. Matias
      Advanced in Astrocytoma

      Diana O. Matias
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Diana Matias practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Matias is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

      Advanced in Astrocytoma

      Silvia L. Costa
      Advanced in Astrocytoma

      Silvia L. Costa
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Silvia Costa practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Costa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Astrocytoma, and Glioblastoma.

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      Advanced in Astrocytoma

      Luciana F. Romao
      Advanced in Astrocytoma

      Luciana F. Romao
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Luciana Romao practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Romao is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Togaviridae Disease, and Glioma.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Luiz G. Dubois
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Luiz G. Dubois
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Luiz Dubois practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Dubois is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Flavia S. Lima
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Flavia S. Lima
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Flavia Lima practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Lima is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Their top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Katia Carneiro
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Katia Carneiro
      Graduate Course In Medicine, 
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Katia Carneiro practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Carneiro is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Bruno Pontes
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Bruno Pontes
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Bruno Pontes practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Pontes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Cryptococcosis, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Glioblastoma, and Astrocytoma.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Jorge M. De Souza
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Jorge M. De Souza
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Jorge De Souza practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. De Souza is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Their top areas of expertise are Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, Hemangioma, Togaviridae Disease, and Memory Loss.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Joshua S. Alcaniz
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Joshua S. Alcaniz
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Joshua Alcaniz practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Alcaniz is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Renata L. Fleming
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Renata L. Fleming
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Renata Fleming practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Fleming is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Glioma.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Celina S. Garcia
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Celina S. Garcia
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Celina Garcia practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Garcia is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Flavia S. Lima
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Flavia S. Lima
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Flavia Lima practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Lima is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Dengue Fever, and Glioma.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Loraine Campanati
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Loraine Campanati
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Loraine Campanati practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Campanati is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Zika Virus Disease, Microcephaly, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Cortical Dysplasia.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Henrique M. Geraldo
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Henrique M. Geraldo
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Henrique Geraldo practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Geraldo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Their top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, and Glioma.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      De D. Costa
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      De D. Costa
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      De Costa practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Costa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Their top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Helena L. Borges
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Helena L. Borges
      Av. Carlos Chagas Filho, 373, 
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Helena Borges practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Borges is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Retinoblastoma, Colorectal Cancer, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Veronica Aran
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Veronica Aran
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Veronica Aran practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Aran is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Chondrosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Lung Cancer, Meningioma, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Vivaldo M. Neto
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Vivaldo M. Neto
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Vivaldo Neto practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Neto is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Their top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Fabio A. Mendes
      Experienced in Astrocytoma

      Fabio A. Mendes
      Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 
       (1.0 km away)

      Fabio Mendes practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Mendes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma and Astrocytoma.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Astrocytoma?

      Astrocytoma is a type of tumor that can occur in the brain or spinal cord. It originates from star-shaped cells called astrocytes that regulate electrical impulses in the brain. Astrocytomas are the most common form of glioma. Astrocytomas are classified into four different grades based on how aggressive the cancer is.  Grade 1 astrocytomas are the least aggressive. These tumors can be benign or slow-growing and are generally associated with long-term survival. This grade includes subependymomas and pilocytic astrocytomas.  Grade 2 astrocytomas are slow-growing tumors that may eventually develop into larger or more aggressive tumors.  Grade 3 astrocytomas are anaplastic (malignant) tumors. These grow more quickly than Grade 2. Grade 4 astrocytomas include glioblastoma multiforme, which is the most common primary brain tumor. Glioblastoma multiforme can quickly grow and spread to other parts of the brain, leading to seizures and other serious complications.

      When should I see an Astrocytoma doctor near Rio De Janeiro, RJ?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Astrocytoma doctor near Rio De Janeiro, RJ?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How do I find the best Astrocytoma doctor near Rio De Janeiro, RJ?

      You can find an Astrocytoma doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank Astrocytoma doctors near Rio De Janeiro, RJ?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Astrocytoma doctors near Rio De Janeiro, RJ?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Astrocytoma doctor near Rio De Janeiro, RJ?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Astrocytoma doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Astrocytoma doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Astrocytoma doctor near Rio De Janeiro, RJ?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Astrocytoma doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Astrocytoma doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Astrocytoma doctors near Rio De Janeiro, RJ?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Astrocytoma doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Astrocytoma doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Astrocytoma doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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