The 20 Best Astrocytoma Doctors Near Me in Long Beach, CA

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The 20 Best Astrocytoma Doctors near Long Beach, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 65 doctor with experience in Astrocytoma near Long Beach, CA. Of these, 55 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Astrocytoma
    Elite in Astrocytoma

    Cedars Sinai Faculty Physicians

    23560 Crenshaw Blvd, 
    Torrance, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jethro Hu is a Neurologist in Torrance, California. Dr. Hu has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

    Elite in Astrocytoma
    Elite in Astrocytoma

    Cedars Sinai Faculty Physicians

    23560 Crenshaw Blvd, 
    Torrance, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    51+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Surasak Phuphanich is a Neurologist in Torrance, California. Dr. Phuphanich has been practicing medicine for over 51 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliosarcoma.

    Elite in Astrocytoma
    Elite in Astrocytoma

    Cedars Sinai Faculty Physicians

    23560 Crenshaw Blvd, 
    Torrance, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Rudnick is a Neurologist in Torrance, California. Dr. Rudnick has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

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    Eric M. Cheung
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Internal Medicine

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    2653 Elm Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Cheung is an Internal Medicine provider in Long Beach, California. Dr. Cheung has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Febrile Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia.

    Advanced in Astrocytoma
    Advanced in Astrocytoma

    Coast Neurosurgical Associates

    2888 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sheri Palejwala is a Neurosurgery provider in Long Beach, California. Dr. Palejwala has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Awake Craniotomy, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery

    Coast Neurosurgical Associates

    2888 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abraham Rayhaun is a Neurosurgery provider in Long Beach, California. Dr. Rayhaun has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Apoplexy, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Astrocytoma
    Advanced in Astrocytoma

    Coast Neurosurgical Associates

    2888 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramin Javahery is a Neurologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Javahery has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Apoplexy, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Lihong H. Wu
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Internal Medicine

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    3747 Worsham Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    We value the quality of our patients? lives, and we focus on treating their disease effectively and efficiently, while also preventing the side effects of therapies. We pay careful attention to treatment planning and coordination, as well as patient and family education. We use the best available tools and methods to diminish treatment side effects, so that our patients can feel well and remain active. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Interstitial Nephritis, Liver Failure, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Kiem D. Liem
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Internal Medicine

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    3747 Worsham Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    It takes a whole village to raise a child. Likewise it takes a whole team to care for a patient with cancer. I will take charge and use all my resources to help and guide patients to find their optimal treatment. I believe that each person with cancer requires and deserves an individual approach and treatment. Together we will travel this journey as nobody should face cancer alone. Dr. Liem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Thrombocytopenia, Dehydration, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Advanced in Astrocytoma
    Hematology
    Advanced in Astrocytoma
    Hematology
    3822 Katella Avenue, 
    Los Alamitos, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Collin Vu is a Hematologist in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. Vu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Vu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Experienced in Astrocytoma

    Pacific Shores Medical Group

    1043 Elm Ave, Ste 104, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarmen Sarkissian is a Hematologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Sarkissian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Daniel R Lemay MD Inc

    1050 Linden Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    The philosophy at the NeuroWellness Group is based on the recognition that the treatment of patients with serious illness requires more than technical expertise. Though we strive to maintain the highest standard of excellence in our surgical skills, we are committed to value the compassion and sensitivity that are an essential part of the doctor-patient-family relationship. Dr. Lemay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Apoplexy, Gastrostomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Internal Medicine

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    2653 Elm Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Del Rosario is an Internal Medicine provider in Long Beach, California. Dr. Del Rosario has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Colorectal Cancer, Agranulocytosis, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Experienced in Astrocytoma

    MemorialCare Medical Group - Long Beach

    2810 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nilesh Vora is an Oncologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Vora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy. Dr. Vora is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Experienced in Astrocytoma

    MemorialCare Medical Group - Long Beach

    2810 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Milan Sheth is an Oncologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Sheth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Cancer. Dr. Sheth is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Experienced in Astrocytoma

    Todd Cancer Institute Womens Specialty Center

    2810 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Blitzer is an Oncologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Blitzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET). Dr. Blitzer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery

    Intrepid

    701 E 28th St, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Azadeh Farin is a Neurosurgery provider in Long Beach, California. Dr. Farin has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Stroke, Laminectomy, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery

    Coast Neurosurgical Associates

    2888 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    53+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hooshang Pak is a Neurosurgery provider in Long Beach, California. Dr. Pak has been practicing medicine for over 53 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Apoplexy, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Neurosurgery

    Coast Neurosurgical Associates A Medical

    2888 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Kim is a Neurosurgery provider in Long Beach, California. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Astrocytoma
    Experienced in Astrocytoma

    Southland Neurologic Institute

    3747 Worsham Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nirav Patel is a Neurologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Patel has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Seizures, Alzheimer's Disease, and Migraine.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Long Beach, CA?

    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 Long Beach, CA?

    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 does MediFind rank Astrocytoma doctors near Long Beach, CA?

    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 Long Beach, CA?

    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 Long Beach, CA?

    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 Long Beach, CA?

    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 Long Beach, CA?

    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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