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The 20 Best Chordoma Doctors near New York, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 94 doctor with experience in Chordoma near New York, NY. Of these, 55 are Experienced, 26 are Advanced, 4 are Elite and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Elite in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Elite in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    New York University

    530 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ilya Laufer is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Laufer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Chordoma, Bone Tumor, Spinal Tumor, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Elite in Chordoma
    Elite in Chordoma

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mrinal Gounder is an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Gounder is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Desmoid Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Gounder is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Elite in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    Mskcc Surgery Group

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Bilsky is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Bilsky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Chordoma, Bone Tumor, Spinal Tumor, Vertebroplasty, and Laminectomy.

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    Elite in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Elite in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yoshiya Yamada is a Radiation Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Yamada is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Chordoma, Brain Tumor, Vertebroplasty, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Yamada is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Chordoma
    Distinguished in Chordoma

    New York University

    530 1st Ave Ste 8R, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Kondziolka is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Kondziolka is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Arteriovenous Malformation, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Distinguished in Chordoma
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Chordoma
    Orthopedics

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Boland is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Boland is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Ewing Sarcoma, Chordoma, Bone Tumor, Osteosarcoma, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Boland is currently accepting new patients.

    Susan C. Pannullo
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Weill Cornell Medicine

    525 East 68th Street, Suite 99, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Susan Pannullo is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Her top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Brain Tumor. Dr. Pannullo is currently accepting new patients.

    A G. Wernicke
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    130 East 77th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    A Wernicke is a Radiation Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Wernicke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. Her top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Glioblastoma.

    John M. Caridi
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. John Caridi is a fellowship-trained, board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in spine surgery, especially complex reconstruction of adult and pediatric cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal conditions. Specifically, he focuses on spinal tumors and spinal deformities in addition to the entire range of degenerative spinal problems that may contribute to neck and back pain. Other areas of his expertise include complex reconstructive surgery for congenital and degenerative joint and disc disease; spinal trauma and deformity correction including kyphosis, scoliosis, chin on-chest deformity, and ear-on-shoulder deformity; revision spine surgery; resection and spinal stabilization for cancers affecting the spine; and minimally invasive spine surgery and microsurgery.Dr. Caridi has presented his work as a principal investigator for numerous studies focused on major spine deformities both nationally and internationally and published his findings in peer-reviewed journals. In 2019, he was honored with the prestigious Scoliosis Research Society International Traveling Fellowship in support of his continued research efforts in the field of spinal deformities. He also directed the neurosurgical spinal deformity program at Mount Sinai and was appointed the chief of the neurosurgical spine division and an associate professor at UTHealth Houston, where he was named Educator of the Year in 2021.Working together with neurologists, physiatrists, physical therapists, chiropractors, and pain management specialists, Dr. Caridi believes in a comprehensive approach to each patient s spine needs. Dr. Caridi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Randy D'Amico, MD, joined Northwell Health's Lenox Hill Hospital in 2019 as a neurosurgeon specializing in skull base and endoscopic procedures. He treats brain and spinal cord tumors using the latest technologies. These include fluorescence-guided resection, which helps surgeons better visualize a tumor within the brain and remove it without damaging surrounding tissue; and advanced neuromonitoring and brain mapping for awake brain and spinal cord surgery. He also uses highly targeted, minimally invasive radiosurgery to treat brain tumors.""Medicine has been a passion since I was young,"" Dr. D'Amico says. ""I think the best part of being a doctor is that you get to help not just patients, but also their loved ones. It's never just one person that you're treating-you're caring for the community that surrounds that person.""After graduating from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. D'Amico completed a neurosurgical residency at New York-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he conducted neuro-oncology research in the Bartoli Brain Tumor Laboratory. He received his neuro-oncology fellowship training at Lenox Hill Hospital.Dr. D'Amico values a team approach to care because it ensures that patients are getting second and third opinions about their treatment plans from leading experts in the field of neurosurgery. ""We have amazing doctors who continuously push the envelope in terms of what we can offer patients,"" he says. ""We use cutting-edge technologies that result in great outcomes.""In addition to caring for patients, Dr. D'Amico is assistant professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and hosts Tumor Talk, a webinar series on the latest research published in the Journal of Neuro-Oncology. He is also a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons joint section, a group that focuses on the latest developments within subspecialties of neurosurgery. His research interests include fluorescence-guided resection and brachytherapy, the targeted placement of radiation therapy to treat brain metastases.""Overall, neurosurgery is a young field,"" Dr. D'Amico says. ""At Lenox Hill, we're continuously advancing treatment, which means that we're contributing not only to our patient care, but also to the way neurosurgery is performed nationally and internationally.""". Dr. D'amico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Glioma, Astrocytoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Christopher Barker
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Barker is a Radiation Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Barker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Melanoma of the Eye, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Barker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Maimonides Division Of Radiation Oncology, Fpp

    6300 8th Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Berlach is a Radiation Oncologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Berlach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix.

    Dean Chou
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    Och Spine At NewYork-Presbyterian/The Spiral

    504 West 35th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Dean Chou is the Bennett M. Stein Professor of Neurosurgery. He is the Chief of the Spine Division and Vice Chair of Department of Neurosurgery at the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Chou has many years of experience andexpertise in scoliosis, spinal deformity, spinal tumors, and degenerative conditions of the spine. He haspioneered many minimally invasive surgical techniques to treat these complexconditions, and is also an expert in traditional open surgery. Whenpossible, he uses the least-invasive treatment techniques,providing an individualized, thoughtful approach to every patient. Dr. Chou attended medicalschool at the University of California, San Francisco, completed his residencyin Neurosurgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, and undertook a fellowship incomplex spinal surgery at The Barrow Neurological Institute under one of thelegendary pioneers of spine surgery, Dr. Volker Sonntag. He is board certified by the American Boardof Neurological Surgery. Prior toColumbia, he was on faculty at the University of California of San Francisco,rising to the rank of full Professor of Neurosurgery and Orthopedics, and eventually the Associate Director of the UCSF Neurospine Center. He is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and hasbeen elected by his peers for 10 consecutive years to the “BestDoctors in America” list, according to Best Doctors, Inc. Dr. Chou has authored more than 300 peer-reviewed publications in a wide variety of neurosurgery and spinejournals. He sits on the editorial boards of the following journals; Journal of Neurosurgery:Spine, Neurosurgery, and PLOS ONE. He is on theadvisory board of the journal, Spine. He serves as Treasurer and on the Board ofDirectors for the Lumbar Spine Research Society (LSRS) and serves on theMembership Committee for the American Association of Neurological Surgeons(AANS). He also sits on the Executive andScientific Program Committees of the AANS/Congress of Neurosurgeons Section onDisorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves, and he has served as an abstractreviewer for many organized meetings. He is a two-time recipient of the HaroldRosegay Resident Teaching Award and has been awarded the Alumni AchievementAward from The Johns Hopkins Department of Neurosurgery. He has served as abstract reviewer andfaculty member for such organizations as the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS),the North American Spine Society (NASS), the Congress of Neurological Surgeons(CNS), the AANS, the LSRS, the Global Spine Congress, and the InternationalMeeting for Advanced Spinal Techniques (IMAST). Dr. Chou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Lordosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    550 1st Ave Ste 8R, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chandra Sen is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Sen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Orthopedics

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maksim Vaynrub is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Vaynrub is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Caffey Disease, Bone Tumor, Ewing Sarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Vaynrub is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Advanced in Chordoma

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Keohan is an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Keohan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. Her top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Liposarcoma, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Keohan is currently accepting new patients.

    Mark Dickson
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Experienced in Chordoma

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Dickson is an Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Dickson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, and Endoscopy. Dr. Dickson is currently accepting new patients.

    Roger Hartl
    General Surgery
    General Surgery

    Neurological Surgery

    240 E 59th St Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Roger Hartl is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Hartl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disk, Fractured Spine, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Hartl is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Pediatric Radiology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Suzanne Wolden is a Pediatric Radiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Wolden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. Her top areas of expertise are Neuroblastoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Wolden is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Schmitt is a Radiation Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Schmitt has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Chordoma, and Bone Tumor. Dr. Schmitt is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 New York, NY?

    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 New York, NY?

    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 New York, NY?

    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 New York, NY?

    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 New York, NY?

    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 New York, NY?

    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 New York, NY?

    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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