The 20 Best Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) Doctors Near Me in Houston, TX

Find the Top Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 43 doctor with experience in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) near Houston, TX. Of these, 34 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Distinguished in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Nageshwara Dasari is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dasari is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET).

    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Colorectal Surgery

    Houston Colon - Med Center

    6560 Fannin St Ste 1404, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Haas is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Haas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Cardiology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Syed Yusuf is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Yusuf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.

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    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 426, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Fogelman is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fogelman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatoblastoma, Ampullary Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    General Surgery

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 1484, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ching-wei Tzeng is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tzeng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)

    Oncology Consultants - Cancer Center

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yuval Raizen is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Raizen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Raizen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Advanced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)

    OC Pharmacy II

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Velasquez is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Velasquez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Anemia.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology | Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology | Gastroenterology
    1919 Old Spanish Trail, 6th Floor, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Benjamin Musher is a medical oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal cancers. He is the Medical Director of Medical Oncology and Director of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM), where he also holds the Barry Smith Endowed Professorship.Dr. Musher received an AB in Social Studies from Harvard University and his MD with Honors from BCM. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Washington’s Department of Medicine, where he was an attending physician. He was later an attending physician and fellow in the Division of Hematology-Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Musher received the Oncology Faculty Educator of the Year for six consecutive years and the Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P. Faculty Excellence Award, which recognizes BCM faculty for excellence in teaching and evaluation. He has also been recognized with several awards for going above and beyond to deliver exceptional patient experiences; and was named a Top Doctor in 2015 by Houstonia Magazine.Dr. Musher is board-certified in Medical Oncology from the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Musher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Musher is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology | Dermatology | General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology | Dermatology | General Surgery

    Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center At Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center O'Quinn Medical Tower - Houston, TX

    1919 Old Spanish Trail, 7th Floor, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. E. Ramsay Camp is Professor and Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine.Dr. Camp’s clinical practice and expertise has focused on treating patients with complex tumors of the gastrointestinal system, including pancreatic and gastric malignancies, as well as sarcoma and melanoma. His professional interests include surgical oncology, pancreatic cancer, pancreaticobiliary malignancies, gastric cancer, sarcoma, melanoma, small bowel tumors, neuroendocrine tumors, gastrointestinal tumors, minimally invasive surgery, and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC).Dr. Camp earned a B.A. in Chemistry from Davidson College and received his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. He completed his general surgery training at Shand's Hospital at the University of Florida and finished a surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.Following 12 years in practice at the Medical University of South Carolina, Dr. Camp joined the faculty of Baylor as the Chief of Surgical Oncology. He has an active, externally-funded research laboratory supported by a VA Merit Award, focusing on mechanisms of chemotherapy and radiation resistance in pancreatic and colorectal cancer.Dr. Camp is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of various oncology societies, including the American Surgical Association, the Southern Surgical Association, Society of Surgical Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Association of Cancer Research, National Surgical Adjuvant Bowel Project, Southwest Oncology Group, and the American College of Surgeons Oncology Group.Professional Interests:Surgical oncologyPancreatic cancerPancreaticobiliary malignanciesGastric cancer and other gastric malignanciesSarcomaMelanomaSmall bowel tumorsNeuroendocrine tumorsGasrointestinal tumorsMinimally invasive surgeryHIPEC. Dr. Camp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Melanoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Camp is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    1919 Old Spanish Trail, 6th Floor, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    George Van Buren, II, M.D. is an associate professor of surgery in the Division of Surgical Oncology of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Van Buren is a board-certified surgeon specializing surgical oncology and pancreatic disorders.A native Houstonian, Dr. Van Buren earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Texas at Austin and his medical degree at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. During that time period, he spent two years at MD Anderson Cancer Center as an NIH T32 research fellow studying pancreatic cancer and neuroendocrine tumors. He completed his surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the Translational Pancreas Research Track.During Dr. Van Buren’s research and clinical fellowships, he was able to expand upon his interest in gastrointestinal surgical oncology and pancreatic disorders. Specifically, his training had a heavy emphasis on pancreatic and gastric malignancies with exposure to wide breadth of cases, including specialized procedures such as robotic pancreatic surgery.Dr. Van Buren is active in both patient care and research. He has spent over 15 years in training and in practice focusing on care for patients with pancreatic and gastrointestinal malignancies. He is involved in both basic science and clinical research and believes heavily in the surgeon’s role as a leader of the translational research team. His goals are to provide high quality clinical care while offering his patients access to innovative clinical and therapeutic trials. He is a member of the Elkins Pancreas Center and Dan L. Duncan NCI Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Van Buren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Splenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Van Buren is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    General Surgery

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Miguel Rodriguez is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Surgical Oncology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Naruhiko Ikoma is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ikoma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Gastrectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Brandon Smaglo is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Smaglo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Hematology | Oncology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Phat Le is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Cancer, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Ampullary Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Shubham Pant is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Pant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology

    OC Pharmacy II

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathy Sam is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Oncology

    Office

    6400 Fannin St Ste 2900, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Putao Cen is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Cen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)

    Houston Methodist Department Of Surgery

    6445 Main St Fl 24, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Monisha Singh is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Surgical Oncology

    Houston Methodist Department Of Surgery

    6550 Fannin St Ste 1501, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nestor Esnaola is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Esnaola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Mesenchymoma, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Esnaola is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
    Experienced in Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)

    Office

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Ste 1000, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Munaf Alkadimi is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Alkadimi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anemia, and Aleukemic Leukemia Cutis (ALC).

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)?

    Gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumor (GEP-NET), also known as carcinoid tumor or islet cell tumor, is a rare disease of cells that control hormones and nerves. Gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors most frequently occur in the esophagus, pancreas, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, or appendix and can be benign or cancerous. Malignant (cancerous) gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors can spread to other parts of the body, such as the lymph nodes, lungs, liver, and bones.

    When should I see a Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) doctors near Houston, TX?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET) 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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