The 20 Best Ependymoma Doctors Near Me in south elgin, IL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Ependymoma near south elgin, IL. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Illinois Cancer Specialists Elgin

    1710 N Randall Rd Ste 300, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Veerpal Singh, MD, is an independent medical oncologist at Ascension Illinois in Hoffman Estates near Chicago, Illinois. He diagnoses and treats cancer using medications, such as chemotherapy. Every appointment with Dr. Singh starts with a conversation. He takes the time to answer all your questions - big and small. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 94 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology, The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Illinois Cancer Specialists Elgin

    1710 N Randall Rd Ste 300, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajini Manjunath, MD, is an independent medical oncologist at Ascension Illinois in Hoffman Estates near Chicago, Illinois. She diagnoses and treats cancer using medications, such as chemotherapy. Every appointment with Dr. Manjunath starts with a conversation. She takes the time to answer all your questions - big and small. Dr. Manjunath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. She is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Manjunath is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology, The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. Dr. Manjunath is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Illinois Cancer Specialists Elgin

    1710 N Randall Rd Ste 300, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stanley Nabrinsky is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Nabrinsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 72 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Nabrinsky is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology. Dr. Nabrinsky is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Oncology And Hematology SC

    Hoffman Estates Office, Enter Building 3, Through Glass Doors To Wooden Double Doors At End Of The Hall., 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Al-karim Tajuddin is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Dr. Tajuddin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Tajuddin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology, Medical Oncology And Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine; Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tajuddin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Referral may be required
    10350 Haligus Rd Ste 120, 
    Huntley, IL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ismael Shaukat is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Huntley, Illinois. Dr. Shaukat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes. Dr. Shaukat is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shaukat is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Radiation Oncology Of Advocate Christ Medical Center

    1221 N Highland Ave, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Polish, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Courtney Coke is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Coke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Coke is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Radiation Oncology. Dr. Coke is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Radiation Oncology Of Advocate Christ Medical Center

    1221 N Highland Ave, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bryan Macrie is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Macrie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Macrie is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Radiation Oncology. Dr. Macrie is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Dennis Wen

    87 N Airlite St Ste 220, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dennis Wen is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Wen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Apoplexy, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Laminectomy.

    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Referral may be required

    Ascension Medical Group Illinois - Brain And Spine Elk Grove

    800 Biesterfield Rd, Ste 610, 
    Elk Grove Village, IL 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tamir Hersonskey is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Dr. Hersonskey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Hersonskey is board certified in The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Hersonskey is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwestern Medicine Cancer Center Warrenville

    4405 Weaver Pkwy, 
    Warrenville, IL 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinai Gondi is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Warrenville, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Gondi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Gondi is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiation Oncology (Certified). Dr. Gondi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Illinois Cancer Specialists

    1710 N Randall Rd, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert W. Mandal, MD, is an independent medical oncologist at Ascension Illinois in Elgin near Chicago, Illinois. He diagnoses and treats cancer using medications, such as chemotherapy. Every appointment with Dr. Mandal starts with a conversation. He takes the time to answer all your questions - big and small. Dr. Mandal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Mandal is board certified in   and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. Dr. Mandal is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Illinois Cancer Specialists

    1710 N Randall Rd, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Syed A. Zahir, MD, is an independent medical oncologist at Ascension Illinois in Crystal Lake near Chicago, Illinois. He diagnoses and treats cancer using medications, such as chemotherapy. Every appointment with Dr. Zahir starts with a conversation. He takes the time to answer all your questions - big and small. Dr. Zahir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Lung Cancer, Polycythemia Vera, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Zahir is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology. Dr. Zahir is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Referral may be required
    351 Delnor Dr Ste 401, 
    Geneva, IL 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Subhash Patel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Geneva, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Strabismus, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, and Neurotoxicity Syndromes.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Oncology And Hematology SC

    Hoffman Estates Office, Enter Building 3, Through Glass Doors To Wooden Double Doors At End Of The Hall., 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin P. McKian, MD, is an independent medical oncologist at Ascension Illinois in Hoffman Estates near Chicago, Illinois. He diagnoses and treats cancer using medications, such as chemotherapy. Every appointment with Dr. McKian starts with a conversation. He takes the time to answer all your questions - big and small. Dr. Mckian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Mckian is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology, Medical Oncology And Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine; Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology. Dr. Mckian is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Referral may be required

    CDH Cancer Center

    4405 Weaver Pkwy, 
    Warrenville, IL 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Grimm is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Warrenville, Illinois. Dr. Grimm is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Brain Tumor. Dr. Grimm is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

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

    Northwestern Medicine Palliative Medicine Geneva Randall Road

    304 Randall Rd, 
    Geneva, IL 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christy Kesslering is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Geneva, Illinois. Dr. Kesslering is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, and Angiosarcoma.

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

    Northwestern Medicine Palliative Medicine Geneva Randall Road

    304 Randall Rd, 
    Geneva, IL 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Diana Chung is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Geneva, Illinois. Dr. Chung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Referral may be required

    Office

    302 Randall Rd Ste 204, 
    Geneva, IL 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kishore Santwani is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Geneva, Illinois. Dr. Santwani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Headache, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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

    Ascension St. Alexius

    1555 N Barrington Rd, 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Boyer is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Dr. Boyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Vulvar Cancer.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required
    4405 Weaver Pkwy, 
    Waterman, IL 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nasiruddin Mohammed is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Waterman, Illinois. Dr. Mohammed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Mohammed is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiation Oncology (Certified). Dr. Mohammed is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Ependymoma?

    An ependymoma is a type of tumor which mainly occurs in young children that affects the brain or spinal cord. Ependymomas arise from the ependymal cells lining the passageways where cerebrospinal fluid flows. Ependymomas are categorized by grades based on their characteristics: Grade I ependymomas are considered to be slow growing, low-grade tumors; Grade II ependymomas may occur in the brain or spine and are also considered to be low-grade tumors; Grade III ependymomas are malignant (cancer), fast-growing tumors that most often occur in the brain and sometimes the spine. Rarely, an ependymoma can occur in the ovaries.

    When should I see an Ependymoma doctor near south elgin, IL?

    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 Ependymoma doctor near south elgin, IL?

    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 Ependymoma doctors near south elgin, IL?

    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 Ependymoma doctors near south elgin, IL?

    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 Ependymoma doctor near south elgin, IL?

    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 Ependymoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Ependymoma 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 Ependymoma doctor near south elgin, IL?

    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 Ependymoma 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 Ependymoma 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 Ependymoma doctors near south elgin, IL?

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

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