The 20 Best Brain Stem Cancer Doctors Near Me in Bergen, 12

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Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 122 doctor with experience in Brain Stem Cancer near Bergen, 12. Of these, 92 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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122 providers found
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.1 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Grommes is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Grommes is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Brain Tumor, Vitrectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Grommes is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    New York University

    530 1st Ave Ste 8R, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.9 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donato Pacione is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Pacione is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Hypothalamic Tumor, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Spinal Fusion.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.1 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eli Diamond is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Diamond is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Reticulohistiocytoma, Rosai-Dorfman Disease, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Diamond is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    New York University

    530 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.3 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Orringer is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Orringer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Glioma, Astrocytoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.1 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Chan is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), Neuroepithelioma, Glioblastoma, and Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes. Dr. Chan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Bellevue

    462 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.4 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Kondziolka is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kondziolka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Arteriovenous Malformation, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Bellevue

    462 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.4 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Harter is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Harter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Cystic Hygroma, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Boockvar is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Boockvar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Boockvar is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Boockvar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Neurosurgery Associates

    201 Route 17, Suite 501, 
    Rutherford, NJ 
     (3.2 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arno Fried is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rutherford, New Jersey. Dr. Fried is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Glioma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Fried is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.1 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Nolan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Nolan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Metastatic Brain Tumor. Dr. Nolan is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.1 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Igor Gavrilovic is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Gavrilovic is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Astrocytoma, and Glioblastoma. Dr. Gavrilovic is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.1 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lauren Schaff is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Schaff is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, and Brain Tumor. Dr. Schaff is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.1 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elena Pentsova is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Pentsova is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Brain Tumor, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Pentsova is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Mount Sinai

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.9 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Oren Becher is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Becher is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Brain Stem Cancer, and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (15.0 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ira Dunkel is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Dunkel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinoblastoma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Brain Tumor, and Glioma. Dr. Dunkel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Acupuncture To Serenity LLC

    1135 Broad St, 
    Clifton, NJ 
     (7.8 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Beth Stein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Clifton, New Jersey. Dr. Stein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Stroke, and Osteotomy. Dr. Stein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    Acupuncture To Serenity LLC

    1135 Broad St, 
    Clifton, NJ 
     (7.8 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicole Conroy is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Clifton, New Jersey. Dr. Conroy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Stroke, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Conroy is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    ColumbiaDoctors - Midtown

    51 West 51st Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.2 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raymond Sekula is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Sekula is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Microvascular Decompression, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Sekula is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Referral may be required

    New Jersey Brain And Spine

    20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 907, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (11.4 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George Kaptain is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Kaptain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Kaptain is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kaptain is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Mount Sinai West

    1000 10th Ave Ste 10-C, 
    New York, NY 
     (12.3 km away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Saadi Ghatan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ghatan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Hydrocephalus, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Ghatan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 11/08/2026

    What is the definition of Brain Stem Cancer?

    Brainstem cancers are usually astrocytomas or gliomas that are classified by their location in different areas of the brainstem and include focal brainstem gliomas, diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas (DIPG), and diffuse midline gliomas. Depending on the type and location, brainstem cancers may progress slowly or rapidly, range from grades I–IV, and may occur in children and adults.

    When should I see a Brain Stem Cancer doctor near Bergen, 12?

    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 a Brain Stem Cancer doctor near Bergen, 12?

    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 Brain Stem Cancer doctors near Bergen, 12?

    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 Brain Stem Cancer doctors near Bergen, 12?

    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 a Brain Stem Cancer doctor near Bergen, 12?

    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 Brain Stem Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Brain Stem Cancer 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 a Brain Stem Cancer doctor near Bergen, 12?

    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 Brain Stem Cancer 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 Brain Stem Cancer 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 Brain Stem Cancer doctors near Bergen, 12?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Brain Stem Cancer 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 a Brain Stem Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Brain Stem Cancer 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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