The 20 Best Brain Stem Cancer Doctors Near Me in Newark, NJ

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The 20 Best Brain Stem Cancer Doctors near Newark, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 199 doctor with experience in Brain Stem Cancer near Newark, NJ. Of these, 154 are Experienced, 37 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Philip E. Stieg
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery

    Weill Cornell Medicine Brain & Spine Center At Upper East Side Campus

    525 E 68th St, Starr Pavilion, Room 651, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Stieg is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Stieg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Glioblastoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Nerve Decompression, and Gastrostomy.

    Ciro G. Randazzo
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    IGEA Brain And Spine

    905 Allwood Road, Suite 105, 
    Clifton, NJ 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ciro Randazzo is a Neurosurgery provider in Clifton, New Jersey. Dr. Randazzo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Randazzo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Rutgers Health Neurosurgery

    90 Bergen St # 8100, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amit Singla is a Neurosurgery provider in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Singla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

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    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology

    Rutgers Health Adult Neurology

    90 Bergen St # 8100, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Marks is a Neurologist in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Marks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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

    Rutgers Health Neurosurgery

    90 Bergen St # 8100, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pankaj Agarwala is a Neurosurgery provider in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Agarwala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Brain Tumor, Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology

    Rutgers Health Adult Neurology

    90 Bergen St # 8100, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Song is a Neurologist in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Song is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    Rutgers Health Internal Medicine

    140 Bergen St # F, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Emily Gordon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology

    Office

    201 Lyons Ave, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kuo Howard is a Neurologist in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Howard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Dravet Syndrome, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Igea Brain And Spine,pa

    1057 Commerce Ave, 
    Union, NJ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anil Nair is a Neurosurgery provider in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Nair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Nair is currently accepting new patients.

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

    IGEA Brain And Spine

    1057 Commerce Avenue, 
    Union, NJ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew
    Accepting New Patients

    David Poulad is a Neurosurgery provider in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Poulad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Subependymoma, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Poulad is currently accepting new patients.

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

    IGEA Brain & Spine, PA

    1057 Commerce Avenue, 
    Union, NJ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nader Delavari is a Neurosurgery provider in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Delavari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Encephalocele, Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    The Epilepsy Institute Of New Jersey

    150 Bay Street, 
    Jersey City, NJ 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Ukrainian
    Accepting New Patients

    Luke Tomycz is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider in Jersey City, New Jersey. Dr. Tomycz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Tomycz is currently accepting new patients.

    John A. Boockvar
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Boockvar, MD, is the vice chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and director of the department's Brain Tumor Center, the Pituitary/Neuroendocrine Center, and the New York Head and Neck Institute at Lenox Hill and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat hospitals. Dr. Boockvar is a professor of neurological surgery and otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is also an investigator at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, where he directs the Laboratory for Brain Tumor Biology and Therapy. Dr. Boockvar was appointed as an adjunct professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory thanks to his great advancements in understanding and treating brain cancer. He is also head of experimental therapeutics for Northwell Health, where he helps oversee the oncological research goals for Northwell as a whole. Dr. Boockvar's compassionate cancer care was recently highlighted in the critically acclaimed Netflix docuseries Lenox Hill and Emergency NYC.Dr. Boockvar is internationally known for his surgical expertise and for providing patients with safe, effective and minimally invasive treatment for brain tumors, skull base disorders and disorders of the spine. His surgical expertise is in benign and malignant brain tumors, skull base and endoscopic pituitary surgery, spinal and peripheral nerve tumors, minimally invasive spinal surgery, and complex spinal disorders.Dr. Boockvar has been recognized for his novel research in brain tumors and stem cell biology, and has been named to lists including New York Magazine's Top Docs, Best Doctors in New York-Castle Connolly, New York Super Doctors, America's Top Surgeons, America's Best Doctors, and America's Best Doctors for Cancer. His research has been widely published and he has received numerous national awards, including the Eric Lichtenstein Humanitarian Award from Voices Against Brain Cancer for his compassionate work in treating patients with brain cancer. Dr. Boockvar was elected to the prestigious Academy of Neurological Surgeons and was elected to the Senior Society of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Boockvar is also an honorary surgeon of the NYPD and the New York State Troopers.Dr. Boockvar received a BA from the University of Pennsylvania. Like his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather before him, Dr. Boockvar received an MD from SUNY Brooklyn-Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Boockvar graduated summa cum laude with Distinction in Research and was medical school class valedictorian. Dr. Boockvar did his surgical internship and neurosurgical residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Boockvar did his NIH-supported post-doctoral research training in Neuro-oncology at the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center. Dr. Boockvar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    Advanced Neurosurgery Associates

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

    Arno Fried is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider in Rutherford, New Jersey. Dr. Fried is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Glioma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Fried is currently accepting new patients.

    James Liu
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgeons Of NJ

    200 S Orange Ave Ste 265, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Liu is a Neurosurgery provider in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Glomus Tympanum Tumor, Glomus Jugulare Tumor, Pituitary Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

    Robert Aiken
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Robert Aiken is a fellowship-trained neuro-oncologist and part of the Atlantic Medical Group Neuroscience Institute at Overlook Medical Center. With years of expertise in academic, clinical and administrative roles, and board-certified in neurology and neuro-oncology, he specializes in the diagnosis and management of patients with brain tumors, tumors of the spinal cord and nerves, as well as the management of paraneoplastic disorders involving the brain and nervous system. His particular interest involves translating new discoveries and developing new therapies for these disorders. A devoted researcher and educator, Dr. Aiken serves as co-director of the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center at Atlantic Health System. He also served as director of neuro-oncology at Rutgers-Cancer Institute of New Jersey of Rutgers University. Previously, he held academic appointments in neurology, neurosurgery and oncology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in NYC and Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. He combines clinical knowledge and extensive research in brain and spinal tumors. Dr. Aiken provides patients with a comprehensive evaluation and discusses their disease at length and the available treatments. After receiving his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI, Dr. Aiken completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, then pursued neurologic training at the Neurological Institute of New York, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center. Post-residency, Dr. Aiken received his fellowship training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He is the author of many professional research journal articles. Dr. Aiken has been named among America’s Top Doctors and America’s Top Doctors for Cancer from Castle Connolly, Best Doctors in Philadelphia, New York and Chicago and by Inside Jersey magazine. He is on many best doctors lists. Dr. Aiken is part of Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Aiken is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliosarcoma.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Ophthalmology

    David S Chu MD

    235 Park Ave S Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Kupersmith is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kupersmith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Optic Neuritis, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology

    Office

    10 Union Sq E Frnt 5H, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyusang Lee is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Safe Passage Neuromonitoring

    915 Broadway, Suite 1200, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Zak is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Zak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Tumor, and Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET).

    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology
    Distinguished in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurology

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

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

    Craig Nolan is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Nolan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Metastatic Brain Tumor. Dr. Nolan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Newark, NJ?

    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 Newark, NJ?

    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 Newark, NJ?

    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 Newark, NJ?

    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 Newark, NJ?

    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 Newark, NJ?

    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 Newark, NJ?

    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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