The 20 Best Brain Stem Cancer Doctors Near Me in Silver Spring, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 92 doctor with experience in Brain Stem Cancer near Silver Spring, MD. Of these, 78 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lindsay Kilburn is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Kilburn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant, Brain Stem Cancer, Glioma, and Optic Glioma.

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Pediatrics
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Pediatrics

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roger Packer is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Packer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant, Neurofibromatosis, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Lurie Surgical Services PC

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 225, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Mathews is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Mathews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features. Dr. Mathews is board certified in Psychiatry & Neurology.

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    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery

    MedStar Health: Neurosurgery At Chevy Chase

    5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1225, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amjad Anaizi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Anaizi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schwannoma, Apoplexy, Acoustic Neuroma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery

    Gw Neurosurgery-Bethesda

    4920 Elm St Ste 250, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Sanchez is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Sanchez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Stem Cancer, Central Pain Syndrome, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Pediatrics
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Pediatrics

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eugene Hwang is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pineocytoma, Glioma, Medulloblastoma, and Pineoblastoma.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Washington Neurosurgical Associates

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 510, Suite 510, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Ammerman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Ammerman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Ammerman is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Victoria J. Croog, M.D., Department of Radiation Oncology at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, as well as a clinical associate in the Department of Radiation Oncology at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Croog has expertise in breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, gynecologic cancer, brain cancer and tumors of the central nervous system. Dr. Croog earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She completed an internship and a residency in radiation oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Croog is involved with several committees at Sibley Memorial Hospital, including the Medical Executive Committee, the IRB/Research Review Committee, the Cancer Committee and the Radiation Safety Committee. She is also a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Radiation Oncology. Dr. Croog has been repeatedly named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Croog has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and has presented research at various conferences, such as the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting. Make A Gift LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-croog-88a31759. Dr. Croog is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Breast Cancer, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Croog is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Azerbaijani, Farsi, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Solmaz Sahebjam is a medical oncologist and an associate professor of oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her expertise is in primary and metastatic brain tumors, breast cancer, and the development of new drugs for cancer. She earned her medical degree from Iran University of Medical Sciences, followed by a post-doctoral research fellowship at Shriners Hospital, McGill University in Montreal. Dr. Sahebjam completed residency training in internal medicine at Saint Vincent Hospital, followed by a fellowship in internal medicine at the University of Ottawa in Canada. She continued her training with a residency in medical oncology at McGill University in Canada followed by a fellowship in early-phase drug development, breast oncology, and neurooncology at Princess Margaret Hospital, University of Toronto in Canada. Dr. Sahebjam’s research is focused on the development of novel therapeutic regimens for the treatment of cancer including breast and central nervous system malignancies. Over the years, she has led and contributed to numerous clinical trials some of which have resulted in new treatment options for patients with cancer. Dr. Sahebjam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Sahebjam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 412, Suite 412, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shih-Chun (David) Lin, M.D., is a neurosurgeon with Johns Hopkins Neurosurgery in Bethesda, Maryland, as well as an associate professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Lin offers neurosurgical care to patients with brain or spine diseases. He was the first to introduce several procedures to Suburban Hospital, including endoscopic pituitary surgery, endoscopic extended skull base surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, neurosurgical complex spinal instrumentation surgery, stereotactic radiosurgery and microvascular decompression for cranial nerve compression syndrome, such as trigeminal neuralgia. He also has clinical expertise in MRI- and CT-guided surgical navigation. Dr. Lin typically treats brain tumors, spinal tumors, pituitary tumors, spinal stenosis, herniated intervertebral disc, skull base tumors, encephalocele, and skull base CSF leak (rhinorrhea or otorrhea). Dr. Lin graduated first place from National Taiwan University College of Medicine, earning his medical degree at the age of 21, the youngest in Taiwan’s history. He then served as a medical/surgical officer in the 206th Infantry Division for the Taiwan Army. He received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University, awarded Phi Beta Kappa and Paul Ehrlich Research Award for his academic and research achievements. Dr. Lin completed his neurosurgical residency at Stanford University Medical Center, where he gained experience in the latest surgical technologies, such as endoscopic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, computer-guided surgical navigation and stereotactic radiosurgery. His research using optogenetics, from his fellowship at Stanford, was awarded by The Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Lin is a member of the Suburban Hospital Tumor Board. He has worked on several system innovation and quality improvement efforts at Suburban Hospital, such as standardizing critical care protocols for post-operative care for patients undergoing pituitary surgery and establishing MRI protocols for patients implanted with spinal cord stimulators or cardiac pacemakers. Dr. Lin is also a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Lin has earned numerous awards, such as the Teaching Excellence Award for Stanford University School of Medicine, the Service Excellence Award for Suburban Hospital, Best Consulting Physicians at Johns Hopkins Medicine, Surgeon of the Year Award at Suburban Hospital, and was named one of America's Top Surgeons for Consumers' Research Council of America, Washingtonian Top Doctors, and Bethesda Magazine Top Doctors. Dr. Lin's research interests are in optogenetics, investigating mechanisms behind epilepsy control and glial cell reaction to pathologic conditions. He has contributed to numerous publications and lectures. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Binder's Syndrome, Frontonasal Dysplasia, Craniectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery

    Montgomery Brain And Spine LLC

    1300 Spring St Ste 210, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amin Amini is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Amini is rated as an Experienced 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 Subdural Hematoma, Cervical Myelopathy, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aerang Kim is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Neurofibromatosis, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miriam Bornhorst is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Bornhorst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Optic Glioma, and Glioma.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Orthopedics

    MedStar Health: Neurosurgery At Chevy Chase

    5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1225, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Faheem Sandhu is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Sandhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Epidural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    MedStar Health: Neurosurgery At Chevy Chase

    5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1225, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jean-marc Voyadzis is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Voyadzis is rated as an Experienced 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 Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Wrnmmcb

    8901 Wisconsin Ave, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brett Theeler is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Theeler is rated as an Experienced 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 Gliomatosis Cerebri, Glioma, Brain Tumor, and Astrocytoma.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    Office

    9609 Medical Center Dr, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Savage is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Savage is rated as an Experienced 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 Dyskeratosis Congenita, Aplastic Anemia, Aase Syndrome, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Office

    9000 Rockville Pike, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Camphausen is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Camphausen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Office

    4940 Hampden Ln Ste 300, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Potolicchio is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Potolicchio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    10 Center Dr Rm 3D20, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Heiss is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Heiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation, Laminectomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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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