The 20 Best Brain Tumor Doctors Near Me in la mesa, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 92 doctor with experience in Brain Tumor near la mesa, CA. Of these, 71 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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92 providers found
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    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
    Radiation Oncology
    Elite in Brain Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jona Hattangadi-Gluth is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Hattangadi-Gluth is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Arteriovenous Malformation, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, and Wyburn-Mason Syndrome.

    Advanced in Brain Tumor
    Advanced in Brain Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Moores Cancer Center At UC San Diego Health

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marc Schwartz is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, CA. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Schwartz 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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      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Radiation Oncology
      Referral may be required

      Grossmont Hospital Corporation

      5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kelly Dewitt is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Dewitt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Breast Cancer, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.

      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      Kaiser Permanente Vandever Medical Offices

      4405 Vandever Ave, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Kim is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced 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 Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Brain Tumor.

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

      UCSD Heath Care

      3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (13.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jyoti Mayadev is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mayadev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Cancer, Vulvar Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Endometrial Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Advanced in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

      9300 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (14.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Beaumont is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Beaumont is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Pituitary Apoplexy, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Astrocytoma, and Awake Craniotomy.

      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      Victoria Sharma MD Inc

      5525 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 602, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Hebrew, Spanish, Tamil
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sabareesh Natarajan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Natarajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Natarajan is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Robert W. Foster MD A Medical Corporation

      5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 105, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tyrone Hardy is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Hardy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Apoplexy, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).

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

      Grossmont Hospital Corporation

      5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Barry Uhl is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Uhl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.

      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      Grossmont Hospital Corporation

      5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Bodkin is an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Bodkin is rated as an Experienced 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 Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

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

      Grossmont Hospital Corporation

      5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lori Coleman is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Coleman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Tongue Cancer, and Lung Cancer.

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

      Er-Kai Gao MD Inc.

      8851 Center Dr Ste 603, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Er-kai Gao is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Gao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.

      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Experienced in Brain Tumor
      Referral may be required

      Kaiser Permanente Vandever Medical Offices - Neurology Department

      4405 Vandever Ave, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cynthia Spier is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Spier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. Her clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

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

      Pet/Ct Center At Uc San Diego Health

      3960 Health Sciences Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (13.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrew Sharabi is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Sharabi is rated as an Experienced 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 Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Melanoma, Prostate Cancer, and Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.

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

      Office

      3010 Childrens Way, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Levy is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Levy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Pain Syndrome, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Arachnoid Cysts, Laminectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

      Office

      3010 Childrens Way, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jennifer Elster is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Elster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Medulloblastoma, Brain Tumor, Glioma, and Brain Stem Cancer.

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

      Sharp Memorial Hospital

      7901 Frost St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Siavash Jabbari is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Jabbari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Ependymoma.

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

      Vikram Udani MD Inc.

      11199 Sorrento Valley Rd Ste 203, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (13.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Vikram Udani is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Udani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Stem Cancer, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

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

      UCSD Heath Care

      3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (13.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jessica Schulte is a Neurologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Schulte is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Brain Tumor, and Tissue Biopsy.

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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 la mesa, 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 la mesa, 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 la mesa, 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 la mesa, 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 la mesa, 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 la mesa, 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 la mesa, 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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