The 20 Best Brain Tumor Doctors Near Me in Burbank, CA

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The 20 Best Brain Tumor Doctors near Burbank, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 218 doctor with experience in Brain Tumor near Burbank, CA. Of these, 170 are Experienced, 27 are Advanced, 14 are Distinguished and 7 are Elite.

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    Gabriel Zada
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Neurosurgery

    USC Brain Tumor Center

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 3800, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gabriel Zada, MD, MS, FAANS is Professor of Neurological Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and a nationally recognized leader in brain tumor and skull base surgery. He serves as Surgical Director of the USC Brain Tumor Center, Co-Director of the USC Pituitary Center and Radiosurgery Center, and Vice Chair of Education for the Department of Neurosurgery. He is also Editor-in-Chief of Neurosurgical Focus, an international open-access journal of the Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group.Dr. Zada specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic approaches to complex brain, pituitary, and skull base tumors and has performed more than 3,000 cranial operations during his career. His NIH-funded research program focuses on the genomics and epigenetics of brain and pituitary tumors, advancing precision medicine approaches in neurosurgical oncology.A prolific scholar, Dr. Zada has authored over 350 peer-reviewed publications and several textbooks in neurosurgery. Based on independent academic impact and expertise metrics, FindExpertMD ranks him the #1 neurosurgeon in California for multiple tumor (pituitary, meningioma) and skull base conditions and among the top neurosurgeons globally. Dr. Zada is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Santosh Kesari is a Neurologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kesari is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Brain Tumor, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Kesari is currently accepting new patients.

    Linas J. Kazlauskas
    Experienced in Brain Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Brain Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    720 East Colorado Street, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Linas Kazlauskas is a board certified Radiation Oncologist. Vantage Oncology provides quality, personalized cancer care in a community setting.Linas Kazlauskas, MD, joined Valley Radiotherapy Associates in 2001 and is a board certified Radiation Oncologist. Dr. Kazlauskas practices at and is the medical director of Glendale Radiation Therapy Center in Glendale, CA. A Chicago-area native, he received a Bachelor of Science, Honors degree in Physics from Loyola University Chicago where he received both departmental and collegiate honors, and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Rush Medical College. Dr. Kazlauskas completed his internshi. Dr. Kazlauskas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Brain Tumor?

    Common conditions include: Astrocytoma, Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), Chondroma, Chondrosarcoma

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      Mihran H. Shirinian
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Experienced in Brain Tumor

      Comprehensive Oncology Hematology Center

      1505 Wilson Terr, Ste 340, 
      Glendale, CA 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Armenian, French
      Accepting New Patients

      To provide state of the art medical care for our patients in a friendly, and compassionate setting. Dr. Shirinian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL), Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Oncology | Hematology
      1505 Wilson Terrace, Suite 200, 
      Glendale, CA 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Boris Bagdasarian is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Glendale, California. Dr. Bagdasarian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Bagdasarian is currently accepting new patients.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor

      UCLA Health Bowyer Oncology Center

      200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 120, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (10.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Timothy Cloughesy is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cloughesy is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurology
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurology

      Office

      300 Medical Plz Ste B200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (10.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Albert Lai is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lai is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Brain Tumor.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery

      UCLA Health Westwood Neurosurgery

      300 Stein Plz Ste 420, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (10.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Linda Liau is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Liau is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Glioblastoma, and Awake Craniotomy.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor

      UCLA Health Westwood Neurosurgery

      300 Stein Plz Ste 420, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (10.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Marvin Bergsneider is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bergsneider is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor

      Office

      200 Med Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (11.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Phioanh Nghiemphu is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nghiemphu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Brain Tumor.

      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      181 South Buena Vista Street, Floor 1, 
      Burbank, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Paul Menzel is a Radiation Oncologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Menzel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Menzel is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      181 South Buena Vista Street, Floor 1, 
      Burbank, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Karen Sokolov is a Radiation Oncologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Sokolov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Cervical Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix. Dr. Sokolov is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Hematology Oncology
      181 South Buena Vista Street, Floor 4, 
      Burbank, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Krisztina Larson is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Burbank, California. Dr. Larson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Febrile Neutropenia, and Severe Congenital Neutropenia. Dr. Larson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      3808 West Riverside Drive, Suite 302, 
      Burbank, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Reynolds is an Oncologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Reynolds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Reynolds is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      720 East Colorado Street, 
      Glendale, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sara Kim is a Radiation Oncologist in Glendale, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Anal Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

      Yaser Badr
      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery | Neurology
      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery | Neurology

      Badr Medical Corporation

      1500 E Chevy Chase Dr, 
      Glendale, CA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      23+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr Badr completed his neurosurgical residency at Louisiana State University -New Orleans in 2012. He then completed a neuro-interventional endovascular fellowship at St John Providence Health System in Detroit, Michigan in 2013. Dr. Badr?s Neurosurgical practice Includes management of cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, acute stroke management, traumatic brain injury, traumatic and degenerative spine diseases, Complex Spinal surgery, brain tumors and peripheral nerve surge. Dr. Badr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

      Aaron Cohen-Gadol
      Distinguished in Brain Tumor
      Distinguished in Brain Tumor

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8631 W 3rd St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      19+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Aaron Cohen-Gadol, MD, MSc, (Dr. Cohen) is one of the world’s most preeminent neurosurgeons, a professor and the vice chairman of innovation at the Department of Neurological Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. He specializes in the treatment of complex brain and spine tumors, including meningiomas, pituitary adenomas, gliomas and acoustic neuromas, as well as arteriovenous and cavernous malformations, hemifacial spasm and trigeminal neuralgia. Neurosurgeons and patients both frequently seek his expert second opinion. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a profound commitment and passion for pushing the boundaries of uncompromising excellence for his patients.Dr. Cohen has performed more than 7400 complex brain surgeries in his career, more than any other performed by a single surgeon in the United States. These 7400 surgeries have been documented in the Neurosurgical Atlas collection, which Dr. Cohen founded and which is considered throughout the world as the “bible of neurosurgery” and used by more than 70,000 physicians for the care of their patients. He has introduced over 40 novel surgical techniques that have inspired thousands of neurosurgeons to achieve technical excellence and peak performance in the operating room.The Scandinavian Neurosurgical Society awarded Dr. Cohen its prestigious Vilhelm Magnus Medal — referred to as the Nobel Prize in Neurosurgery, and one of only 11 medals ever awarded — for his preeminent contributions. Dr. Cohen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy.

      Nubar Boghossian
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Internal Medicine

      Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

      3808 W Riverside Dr, 
      Burbank, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      38+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide compassionate individualized treatment using the most recent proven advances in cancer care as well as education and support to our patients and their families. It is also our mission to participate in important clinical research, early detection and innovative treatment. We are proud to be at the forefront of cancer research with our associates at Southwest Oncology Group and Kenmar Research Institute. I am privileged to be able to take care of our cancer patients. Dr. Boghossian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis.

      Lasika C. Seneviratne
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Internal Medicine

      Los Angeles Hematology

      222 W Eulalia St, 
      Glendale, CA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      34+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide compassionate individualized treatment using the most recent proven advances in cancer care as well as education and support to our patients and their families. Dr. Seneviratne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Agranulocytosis, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

      Distinguished in Brain Tumor
      Neurology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Brain Tumor
      Neurology | Oncology

      Los Angeles Medical Center

      1505 N Edgemont St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (5.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Green is a Neurologist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Green is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Brain Tumor, and Aneurysm Repair. Dr. Green is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Brain Tumor?

      A primary brain tumor is a group (mass) of abnormal cells that start in the brain.

      When should I see a Brain Tumor doctor near Burbank, 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 a Brain Tumor doctor near Burbank, 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 Brain Tumor doctors near Burbank, 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 Brain Tumor doctors near Burbank, 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 a Brain Tumor doctor near Burbank, 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 Brain Tumor doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Brain Tumor 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 Tumor doctor near Burbank, 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 Brain Tumor 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 Tumor 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 Tumor doctors near Burbank, CA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Brain Tumor 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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