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    MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Astrocytoma near Mission Viejo, CA. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    23 providers found
      Distinguished in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology
      Distinguished in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 120, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      William Chou is a Radiation Oncologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Chou is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Oligodendroglioma, Glioblastoma, and Ependymoma. Dr. Chou is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Hematology Oncology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 460, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ming Li is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Glioblastoma, and Gliosarcoma.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Hematology Oncology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 460, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Minch Fong is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Fong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET). Dr. Fong is currently accepting new patients.

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      Distinguished in Astrocytoma
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Astrocytoma
      Neurosurgery
      16300 Sand Canyon Avenue, Suite 614, 
      Irvine, CA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Vivek Mehta is a Neurosurgery provider in Irvine, California. Dr. Mehta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Hematology Oncology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 460, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Fen Jiang is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Jiang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Jiang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 120, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Gene-fu Liu is a Radiation Oncologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Liu has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Neurosurgery
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jason Liauw is a Neurosurgery provider in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Liauw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Stroke, Hydrocephalus, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Liauw is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Jackson is a Neurosurgery provider in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Hydrocephalus, Laminectomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Jackson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology

      Memorialcare Medical Foundation

      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Linda Chan is a Radiation Oncologist in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Neurosurgery
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brian Hwang is a Neurosurgery provider in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Tumor, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Fractured Spine, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy. Dr. Hwang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Hematology Oncology
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Howard Cheng is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Cheng is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      26732 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 541, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Keun-young Kim is a Neurosurgery provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Scoliosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Neurosurgery
      26732 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 541, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Vikas Rao is a Neurosurgery provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      26732 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 541, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Asterios Tsimpas is a Neurosurgery provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Tsimpas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Embolectomy, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Tsimpas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      27700 Medical Center Road, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Chiedozie Nwagwu is a Neurosurgery provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Nwagwu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Apoplexy, Awake Craniotomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Nwagwu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      1601 Avocado Ave, 
      Newport Beach, CA 
       (12.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Percy Lee is a Radiation Oncologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Liver Embolization.

      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Neurology | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Neurology | Pediatrics

      Pacific Neuromonitoring Associates Inc

      Laguna Niguel, CA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Reza Kanani is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Laguna Niguel, California. Dr. Kanani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Tumor, Brain Stem Cancer, and Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET).

      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Neurology | Nurse Practitioner | Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Neurology | Nurse Practitioner | Neurosurgery

      Vivek A Mehta MD Inc

      16300 Sand Canyon Ave, Suite 614, 
      Irvine, CA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kelly Watkins is a Neurologist and a Nurse Practitioner in Irvine, California. Ms. Watkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Radiology | Neuroradiology | Neurology
      Advanced in Astrocytoma
      Radiology | Neuroradiology | Neurology

      Newport Center Radiology Associates Medical Group Inc

      15000 Kensington Park Dr, Suite 150, 
      Tustin, CA 
       (12.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Melissa Yu is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Tustin, California. Dr. Yu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Alzheimer's Disease, and Scoliosis.

      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Astrocytoma
      Radiation Oncology

      Newport Diagnostic Radiology Inc

      1605 Avocado Ave, 
      Newport Beach, CA 
       (12.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Afshin Rashtian is a Radiation Oncologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Rashtian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Astrocytoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Meningioma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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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