The 20 Best Ependymoma Doctors Near Me in Providence, RI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 26 doctor with experience in Ependymoma near Providence, RI. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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26 providers found
    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Neurology
    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Neurology

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Wong is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Wong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Radiation Induced Meningioma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).

    Distinguished in Ependymoma
    Distinguished in Ependymoma

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Heinrich Elinzano is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Elinzano is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subependymoma, Brain Stem Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Neurology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Neurology

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Blum is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Blum 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 Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Epilepsy.

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    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Neurology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Neurology

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Roth is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Roth 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 Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Migraine, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Labarbera is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Labarbera is rated as an Experienced 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Occipital Horn Syndrome, and Familial Benign Copper Deficiency.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Neishay Ayub is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Ayub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Advanced in Ependymoma

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Cahill is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Cahill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurology
    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurology

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Swee Lim is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Lim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brijal Desai is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Follicular Lymphoma.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ziya Gokaslan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Gokaslan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chordoma, Tethered Cord Syndrome, Bone Tumor, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clark Chen is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced 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 Metastatic Brain Tumor, Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Advanced in Ependymoma

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sasmit Sarangi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Sarangi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Gliosarcoma.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Toms is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Toms is rated as an Advanced 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 Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Ependymoma
    Neurosurgery

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Deus Cielo is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Cielo is rated as an Advanced 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, Acoustic Neuroma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Craniectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma

    Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, 
    Providence, RI 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Howard Safran is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Safran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Neurology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Neurology

    Brown University Health Multiple Sclerosis Center

    593 Eddy St Fl 5, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Syed Hassan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Hassan 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 Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Oncology
    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Oncology

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Rava is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Rava is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Renal Oncocytoma, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Richards is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Richards 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 Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Curtis Doberstein is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Doberstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Ependymoma
    Experienced in Ependymoma

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Konstantina Svokos is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Svokos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ependymoma. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Myelomeningocele, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Providence, RI?

    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 Providence, RI?

    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 Providence, RI?

    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 Providence, RI?

    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 Providence, RI?

    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 Providence, RI?

    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 Providence, RI?

    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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