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

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 1201 doctor with experience in Brain Tumor near Encinitas, CA. Of these, 983 are Experienced, 147 are Advanced, 46 are Distinguished and 24 are Elite.

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    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Brain Tumor Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennie Taylor is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Brain Tumor. Dr. Taylor is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology, Neurology. Dr. Taylor is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Adolescent And Young Adult Neuro-Oncology Clinic

    400 Parnassus Ave # 8, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John De Groot is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. De Groot is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Keck Hospital Of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Gabriel Zada is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Zada is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Zada is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    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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      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      Brain Tumor Center

      400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shawn Hervey-Jumper is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hervey-Jumper is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Brain Tumor, Astrocytoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Hervey-Jumper is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Hervey-Jumper is currently accepting new patients.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery | Neurology | General Surgery
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery | Neurology | General Surgery
      Referral may be required

      Brain Tumor Center

      400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mitchel Berger is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Berger is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Berger is board certified in Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Berger is currently accepting new patients.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Referral may be required

      Brain Tumor Center

      400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Manish Aghi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Aghi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Prolactinoma, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Aghi is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Aghi is currently accepting new patients.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      UCI Health - Irvine Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center & Ambulatory Care

      19208 Jamboree Road, 
      Irvine, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Romanian
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniela Bota is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Bota is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      Referral may be required

      Radiation Oncology At Parnassus

      505 Parnassus Ave., Room L-75, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steve Braunstein is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Braunstein is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Osteotomy. Dr. Braunstein is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Radiation Oncology. Dr. Braunstein is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Referral may be required

      Fetal Treatment Center

      1855 Fourth St., Second Floor, Room A-2432, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nalin Gupta is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Gupta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Brain Tumor, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Brain Tumor
      Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Brain Tumor
      Hematology | Oncology
      Referral may be required

      City Of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center-Duarte

      1500 Duarte Rd, 
      Duarte, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephen Forman is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Forman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      UCLA Health Westwood Neurology

      300 UCLA Medical Plz Ste B200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Timothy Cloughesy is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cloughesy is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required
      2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Santosh Kesari is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kesari is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Brain Tumor, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Kesari is currently accepting new patients.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      Brain Tumor Center

      400 Parnassus Ave # 8, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicholas Butowski is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Butowski is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      Office

      300 Medical Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Phioanh Nghiemphu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nghiemphu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Brain Tumor.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      UCLA Health Westwood Neurology

      300 UCLA Medical Plz Ste B200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Albert Lai is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lai is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Brain Tumor.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      UCSD Heath Care

      3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Piccioni is a Neurologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Piccioni is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      Referral may be required

      Stanford Health Care

      500 Pasteur Dr, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven Chang is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 89 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Arteriovenous Malformation, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Referral may be required

      UCLA Health Westwood Neurosurgery

      300 Stein Plz Ste 420, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Linda Liau is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Liau is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Glioblastoma, and Awake Craniotomy.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Neurosurgery
      Referral may be required

      Outpatient Palliative Care Service

      400 Parnassus Ave Fl 8, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hideho Okada is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Okada is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Brain Tumor, and Glioblastoma.

      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Elite in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      Stanford Hospital And Clinics

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lawrence Recht is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Recht is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

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      Last Updated: 09/26/2026

      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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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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