The 20 Best Chordoma Doctors Near Me in Iowa City, IA

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Chordoma near Iowa City, IA. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Chordoma
    Oncology | Integrative Medicine
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Oncology | Integrative Medicine
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    MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center

    411 Laurel St., Suite 3300, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Richard Deming is medical director of MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He received a bachelor’s degree from South Dakota State University and his medical degree from Creighton University. Dr. Deming entered the US Navy on a scholarship while in medical school. He did his internship in internal medicine at Naval Hospital San Diego. He served for nine years as a physician in the U.S. Navy, including two years as the diving medical officer for Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group 1 in Hawaii. He completed a residency in radiation oncology at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Deming served at the National Cancer Institute and Bethesda Naval Hospital. He moved to Des Moines and became part of the MercyOne team in 1989.Dr. Deming is known throughout the state for the compassionate care he provides cancer patients and their families. He is involved in many national, state, and community organizations and is the recipient of numerous awards. He was awarded the Lane Adams Award by the American Cancer Society for excellence and compassion in patient care, the Iowa Cancer Champion Award for his tireless efforts in the field of advocacy, and the Iowa Star Award from the Des Moines Register for making a measurable difference within the community and improving the quality of life for Iowans everywhere. Dr. Deming was also awarded the St. George National Medal by the American Cancer Society for leadership in reducing the burden of cancer.Dr. Deming is also the founder of Above + Beyond Cancer, a nonprofit organization dedicated to elevating the lives of those touched by cancer. Dr. Deming has led cancer survivors on medical missions and inspirational mind-body-spirit pilgrimages to Mount Everest, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Machu Picchu. He is inspired by the courage and compassion of his patients and their families. His greatest ambition is to encourage others to pursue lives of meaning, purpose, passion, and compassion. Dr. Deming is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Astrocytoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Deming is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Varun Monga is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Monga is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Fibrosarcoma, and Splenectomy.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Buatti is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Buatti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Ependymoma, Rhizotomy, and Prostatectomy.

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    Advanced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
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    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Hitchon is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Hitchon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Fractured Spine, Spinal Stenosis, Microvascular Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Mission Blood + Cancer

    411 Laurel St., Suite A300, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Daniel Buroker is a medical oncologist. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa. After medical school, Dr. Buroker completed his residency at the Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. Dr. Buroker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 79 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Buroker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Mission Blood + Cancer

    411 Laurel St., Suite A300, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bradley Hiatt, MD is a medical and oncology physician with Mission Cancer + Blood. Dr. Hiatt completed his undergraduate degree from Grandview College. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University, followed by residency at the University of Iowa at Iowa Methodist Medical Center program. Dr. Hiatt completed his fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Hiatt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 122 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Lung Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hiatt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Smith is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metastatic Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammed Milhem is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Milhem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, and Fibrosarcoma.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Referral may be required

    Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

    146 W Dale St Ste 201, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Russell Buchanan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Buchanan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Hematology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center

    1000 4th St SW, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nidhi Mishra is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Mishra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. She is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Hematology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    701 10th St SE Fl 3, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jasmine Nabi is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Nabi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. She is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Family Medicine

    Winnmed

    901 Montgomery St, 
    Decorah, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Bohner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Decorah, Iowa. Dr. Bohner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sitosterolemia, and Post Polio Syndrome.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Family Medicine

    Orange City Area Health System

    1000 Lincoln Cir SE, 
    Orange City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Clemens is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orange City, Iowa. Dr. Clemens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Satoka Shidoh is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Shidoh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hemangiopericytoma, Brain Abscess, Spinal Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Mastoidectomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Chordoma?

    A chordoma is a rare type of cancerous tumor that can occur anywhere along the spine, from the base of the skull to the tailbone. Chordomas grow slowly, gradually extending into the bone and soft tissue around them. They often recur after treatment, and in about 40 percent of cases the cancer spreads (metastasizes) to other areas of the body, such as the lungs.

    When should I see a Chordoma doctor near Iowa City, IA?

    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 Chordoma doctor near Iowa City, IA?

    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 Chordoma doctors near Iowa City, IA?

    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 Chordoma doctors near Iowa City, IA?

    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 Chordoma doctor near Iowa City, IA?

    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 Chordoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chordoma 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 Chordoma doctor near Iowa City, IA?

    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 Chordoma 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 Chordoma 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 Chordoma doctors near Iowa City, IA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chordoma 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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