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    MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Encephalocele near Houston, TX. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery

      MD Anderson

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

      Shaan Raza is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Raza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Bone Tumor, Turbinectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

      Nathan Lindquist
      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Otolaryngology

      Baylor College Of Medicine

      1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E5.200, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Nathan Lindquist is an Assistant Professor of Otology and holds the Dorothy L. McGee Endowed Professorship. His clinical interests include adult hearing loss, chronic ear disease, implantable devices including cochlear implants, and lateral skull base tumors. Dr. Lindquist is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Labyrinthitis, Schwannoma, Hearing Loss, Adenoidectomy, and Mastoidectomy.

      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery

      UT Physicians

      6400 Fannin St, Suite 2800, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nitin Tandon is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tandon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Tandon is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery | Pediatrics

      Texas Childrens Physician Group

      6621 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Whitehead is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Whitehead is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      6651 Main St, Suite 420, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Afrikaans, German
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Belfort is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Belfort is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Placenta Previa, Hysterectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Belfort is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology
      Advanced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology
      6410 Fannin St Ste 210, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Bergh is a Neonatologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bergh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Polyhydramnios, Anemia, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bergh is currently accepting new patients.

      Ali Jalali
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery | Surgical Oncology

      Baylor McNair - Spine Center

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

      Dr. Jalali is the surgical director of Pituitary Center at Baylor College of Medicine. He subspecializes in surgery for primary and metastatic brain tumors using advanced surgical techniques including awake surgery, speech and motor mapping, and neuro-endoscopy.Dr. Jalali has a NIH-funded laboratory focused on glioma research and brain tumor genetics. He is additionally involved in a number of clinical research projects on brain tumors.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. Jalali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Awake Craniotomy, and Osteotomy.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery

      UT Physicians

      6400 Fannin St, Suite 2800, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jacques Morcos is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Morcos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Schwannoma, Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      6410 Fannin St, 1400, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Stephen Fletcher is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Dandy-Walker Syndrome, Hydrocephalus, Thrombectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Fletcher is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      6410 Fannin St, Suite 950, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Sandberg is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sandberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Medulloblastoma, Hydrocephalus, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      1504 Taub Loop, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Martha Rac is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rac is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are Placenta Previa, Amniotic Band Syndrome, Congenital Syphilis, Premature Infant, and Hysterectomy. Dr. Rac is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      1504 Taub Loop, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Roopali Donepudi is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Donepudi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Anemia, Myelomeningocele, Intrauterine Growth Restriction, and Endoscopy. Dr. Donepudi is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Experienced in Encephalocele

      Neurosurgical Group Of Texas, Llp

      6560 Fannin St, Suite 1200, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sophie Peeters is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Peeters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are Subependymoma, Encephalocele, Ependymoma, Chiari Malformation Type 2, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      6565 Fannin St, Mgj9-002, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Virendra Desai is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Cord Abscess, Subdural Hematoma, Epidural Abscess, Thrombectomy, and Microvascular Decompression.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      1709 Dryden Rd, 11th Floor, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Manisha Gandhi is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gandhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Infant, Gestational Diabetes, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Gandhi is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Samuel Mcclugage is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mcclugage is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, and Rhizotomy.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology

      Texas Childrens Physician Group

      6651 Main St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Gary Clark is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Clark has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Lissencephaly, Seizures, Cortical Dysplasia, and Meningocele. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery | Pediatrics
      6701 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nisha Gadgil is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gadgil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothalamic Hamartomas, Spasticity, Meningocele, Rhizotomy, and Thrombectomy.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      6701 Fannin St, Suite 1560, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lisa Emrick is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Emrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are MELAS Syndrome, Hypotonia, CACH Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Emrick is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Encephalocele
      Neurosurgery
      6701 Fannin St Ste 1230.01, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Bauer is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bauer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Chiari Malformation, Syringomyelia, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Encephalocele?

      Encephaloceles are rare neural tube defects characterized by sac-like protrusions of the brain and the membranes that cover it through openings in the skull. These defects are caused by failure of the neural tube to close completely during fetal development. The result is a groove down the midline of the upper part of the skull, or the area between the forehead and nose, or the back of the skull. When located in the back of the skull, Encephaloceles are often associated with neurological problems. Encephaloceles are usually dramatic deformities diagnosed immediately after birth; but occasionally a small Encephalocele in the nasal and forehead region can go undetected. There is a genetic component to the condition; it often occurs in families with a history of spina bifida and anencephaly in other family members.

      When should I see an Encephalocele 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 an Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 an Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Encephalocele 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 an Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele doctors near Houston, TX?

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

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