The 20 Best Brain Stem Cancer Doctors Near Me in Sugar Land, TX

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Brain Stem Cancer near Sugar Land, TX. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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15 providers found
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Neurosurgery

    Medical Office Building 3

    16605 Southwest Fwy Ste 600, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tsz Lau is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Lau is rated as an Experienced 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 Meningioma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Moyamoya Disease, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Houston Methodist Radiation Oncology Group

    16675 Southwest Fwy Ste 105, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Clive Shkedy is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Shkedy 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 Breast Cancer, Thymic Epithelial Tumor, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Prostate Cancer.

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

    Office

    2150 Town Square Pl Ste 290, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Rubin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Sugar Land, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Rubin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), and Brain Stem Cancer.

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    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Oncology | Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Oncology | Radiation Oncology
    1919 Old Spanish Trail, 1st Floor, 
    Houston, TX 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Daniel Hamstra specializes in prostate cancer and tumors of the brain and spine with a particular focus on understanding patients’ experience both during and after treatment. He is the William T. Butler Professor and Chair of Radiation Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine.Dr. Hamstra has led local and national clinical trials of radiation therapy in prostate cancer. His work has made a substantial impact on the growing understanding and appreciation of patient-reported quality of life after radiation therapy.Dr. Hamstra received a B.A. in Biochemistry from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan and his medical degree and Ph.D. in Pharmacology from The University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, where he also completed an internship in internal medicine and residency in radiation oncology. Dr. Hamstra is a Diplomat of the American Board of Radiology in Radiation Oncology. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology and the Radiological Society of North America. Dr. Hamstra 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 Prostate Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Hamstra is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Oncology | Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Oncology | Radiation Oncology
    1919 Old Spanish Trail, 1st Floor, 
    Houston, TX 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Alfredo Echeverria is a radiation oncologist. He is an Assistant Professor and Program Director - Radiation Oncology at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Echeverria received a B.S. in Chemistry from Texas A&M University and his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine, where he also completed his residency in radiation oncology and an internship in internal medicine. He is board-certified in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology. In addition to English, Dr. Echeverria speaks Spanish. Dr. Echeverria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Cancer, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Meningioma. Dr. Echeverria is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Houston Neurology Associates

    7500 Beechnut St Ste 135, 
    Houston, TX 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahin Shirzadi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Shirzadi is rated as an Experienced 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 Cerebellar Degeneration, Essential Tremor, Migraine, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

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

    Uthealth Houston Neurosciences-Memorial City

    929 Gessner Rd Ste 2410, 
    Houston, TX 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sigmund Hsu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Advanced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Utmb Faculty Group Practice

    511 Park Grove Dr, 
    Katy, TX 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pablo Valdes-Quevedo is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Katy, Texas. Dr. Valdes-Quevedo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Hydrocephalus, Familial Porencephaly, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Valdes-Quevedo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Neurology Consultants Of Houston

    6700 West Loop S Ste 400, 
    Bellaire, TX 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Danny Chachere is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. Dr. Chachere is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Foot Drop, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    University Of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    13900 Katy Fwy, 
    Houston, TX 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sherise Ferguson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ferguson 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 Metastatic Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

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

    Uthealth Houston Neurosciences-Memorial City

    929 Gessner Rd Ste 2410, 
    Houston, TX 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Amsbaugh is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Amsbaugh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metastatic Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

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

    Office

    920 Frostwood Dr Fl 2, 
    Houston, TX 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Cochran is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Cochran is rated as an Experienced 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 Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer
    Experienced in Brain Stem Cancer

    Office

    4000 Essex Ln Apt 5311, 
    Houston, TX 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Ellezam practices practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ellezam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Glioma.

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

    Office

    4141 Southwest Fwy Ste 315, 
    Houston, TX 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darryl Camp is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Camp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), and Brain Stem Cancer.

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

    Office

    507 Park Grove Dr, 
    Katy, TX 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Diaz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Katy, Texas. Dr. Diaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Stem Cancer. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.

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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 Sugar Land, TX?

    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 Sugar Land, TX?

    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 Sugar Land, TX?

    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 Sugar Land, TX?

    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 Sugar Land, TX?

    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 Sugar Land, TX?

    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 Sugar Land, TX?

    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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