The 20 Best Chordoma Doctors Near Me in Houston, TX

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The 20 Best Chordoma Doctors near Houston, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Chordoma near Houston, TX. Of these, 26 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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34 providers found
    Distinguished in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    MD Anderson

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jing Li is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Li is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Osteosarcoma, Endoscopy, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Ganesh Rao
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Surgical Oncology | Neurology | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Surgical Oncology | Neurology | Neurosurgery

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Neurosurgery

    7200 Cambridge St, Fl 9B MS BCM650, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ganesh Rao, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Ganesh Rao specializes in Neurosurgery and works at BCM Neurosurgery. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-4696. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Osteotomy.

    Alexander E. Ropper
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Experienced in Chordoma

    Baylor McNair - Spine Center

    7200 Cambridge St., 9th Floor, Suite 9 B, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Alexander Ropper is an Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine and the Director of Spinal Neurosurgery at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. Dr. Ropper’s clinical interests include minimally invasive and complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity, scoliosis surgery, artificial disc replacement, spine tumor surgery, and spinal surgery.Dr. Ropper received a B.A. in Neuroscience and Classical Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed his Internship at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and his Residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School in Boston. He also held a Clinical Fellowship in Complex Spine Surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona.Dr. Ropper has received numerous awards and professional accolades, and was included in SpineLine's Top 20 Under 40 in 2019, presented by the North American Spine Society to showcase bright, young physicians under the age of 40.Conditions treated include minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity, artificial disc replacement, and spine tumor surgery. Dr. Ropper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Laminectomy, and Bone Graft.

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    Distinguished in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    MD Anderson

    1840 Old Spanish Trl, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Grosshans is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Grosshans is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Glioma, and Ependymoma.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    General Practice | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chordoma
    General Practice | Internal Medicine

    Office

    6431 Fannin St Ste MSB1134, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Akshar Dash is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice and Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top area of expertise is Chordoma.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

    6560 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sean Barber is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Barber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Chordoma, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Barber is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Advanced in Chordoma

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Neeta Somaiah is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Somaiah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. Her top areas of expertise are Liposarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Orthopedics

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Bird is an Orthopedics provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bird is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Ewing Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Chondrosarcoma, Osteosarcoma, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Experienced in Chordoma

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hussein Tawbi is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tawbi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Brain Tumor, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Advanced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology | Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology | Neurosurgery

    MD Anderson

    1840 Old Spanish Trl, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amol Ghia is a Radiation Oncologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ghia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Astrocytoma, Laminectomy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology | Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology | Hematology Oncology

    UT Physicians

    6400 Fannin St, Suite 220, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunil Krishnan is a Radiation Oncologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Krishnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Anal Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Krishnan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Orthopedics

    UT Physicians Orthopedics At Memorial Hermann - Rockets Sports Medicine Institute - Texas Medical Center

    6400 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rex Marco is an Orthopedics provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Marco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Osteochondroma, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Marco is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

    6560 Fannin St, Suite 900, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amir Faraji is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Faraji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Nerve Decompression. Dr. Faraji is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

    6565 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Baskin is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Baskin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Septoplasty, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Baskin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Experienced in Chordoma

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinod Ravi is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ravi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Synovial Sarcoma, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Neurosurgery

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Franco Demonte is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Demonte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    MD Anderson

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fumiko Chino is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arnold Paulino is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Paulino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Medulloblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Nephrectomy, and Orchiectomy.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    MD Anderson

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Beckham is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Beckham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Metastatic Brain Tumor, Brain Tumor, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Chordoma
    Radiation Oncology

    MD Anderson

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahsan Farooqi is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Farooqi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chordoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.

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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 Houston, TX?

    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 Houston, TX?

    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 Houston, TX?

    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 Houston, TX?

    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 Houston, TX?

    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 Houston, TX?

    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 Houston, TX?

    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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