The 20 Best Germ Cell Tumor Doctors in The United States

James Amatruda is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Amatruda is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Germ Cell Tumor, Teratoma of the Mediastinum, Ewing Sarcoma, Osteosarcoma, and Orchiectomy.

Carlos Rodriguez is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Germ Cell Tumor, Retinoblastoma, Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, Hepatectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

Farzana Pashankar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Pashankar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Germ Cell Tumor, Teratoma of the Mediastinum, Sickle Cell Disease, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Dr. Patel is a neurosurgeon at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive care and superior service in order to help and change the lives of his patients for the better. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. McDougall became certified as a neurosurgeon in 1993. He has focused his entire career on the treatment of stroke and cerebrovascular disease, and he was one of the first neurosurgeons in the country to receive fellowship training in endovascular techniques. Once Guglielmi detachable coils received FDA approval in 1995, he was the first neurosurgeon in North America to treat a patient with an intracranial aneurysm using this device. Since that time, he has been extensively involved in research to improve endovascular techniques including being the principal investigator on large, randomized, international studies. He is a past president of the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgeons, has published over two hundred papers in peer reviewed journals and been an invited lecturer on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Mcdougall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Pica, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Stent Placement. Dr. Mcdougall is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mcdougall is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Monteith's philosophy of care is to approach the care of each of his patients as if they were a member of his own family. He strives to give his patients the best possible outcome by combining the latest technological advances with personalized clinical care. When possible, he uses endovascular or minimally invasive surgical approaches, so that his patients can recover from their procedure and get back to their normal lives as soon as possible. Dr. Monteith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery. Dr. Monteith is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Monteith is currently accepting new patients.

Jarrod Holmes is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Santa Rosa, California. Dr. Holmes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Breast Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Holmes is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Kellogg is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Kellogg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, B-Cell Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS). Dr. Kellogg is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kellogg is currently accepting new patients.

Marcio Malogolowkin is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sacramento, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Malogolowkin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatoblastoma, Germ Cell Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Malogolowkin is board certified in Pediatrics (Sub: Pediatric Hematology/Oncology).

As a thoracic surgeon, I care for patients with a wide range of general thoracic problems with a focus on minimally invasive techniques. I believe that patient education is highly important. Empowering patients with a comprehensive understanding of their disease process and treatment options allows us to make informed, joint decisions about the best approach for each individual patient. I prioritize clear, open communication to ensure both patients and their families are fully engaged in the care process. Compassion and active listening are at the heart of my practice, as I strive to create a supportive environment where patients feel heard and respected. Dr. Mackay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Myxoma, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Germ Cell Tumor, and Thymectomy. Dr. Mackay is currently accepting new patients.

Carolyn Levy is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Levy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Histiocytosis, Reticulohistiocytoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Levy is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Hematology-Oncology.

Dr. Shemmeri received her undergraduate degrees from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She received a Doctor of Pharmacy from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. She completed resident training at North Shore University Hospital Long Island Jewish Medical Center and a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Albany Medical Center.Dr. Shemmeri also completed a clinical and research fellowship in thoracic and foregut surgery at the Swedish Cancer Institute and Medical Center, a critical care clinical pharmacy residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center and a minimally invasive thoracic surgery fellowship at the Brigham.Her clinical interests focus on minimally invasive thoracic surgery and foregut and her research interests include clinical outcomes in foregut, specifically achalasia and esophageal cancer. Dr. Shemmeri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Lung Nodules, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shemmeri is board certified in Surgery, General and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.

Dr. Daniel C. Daniel Wiener is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School. After graduating with honors from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, he completed his surgical training at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. With additional training as research fellow in tumor immunology at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, he then pursued his interest in thoracic surgery as a resident at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He is board certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery. Dr. Wiener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Wiener is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

Dr. Steimer serves as a surgeon in the Division of Thoracic Surgery and holds a clinical instructor position at Harvard Medical School. She practices at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Southcoast Hospital.  Graduating with a medical degree from the University of Kentucky, she completed her general surgery training at Baylor University Medical Center. Furthering her expertise, she underwent cardiothoracic surgical residency and an additional fellowship in foregut and general thoracic surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Her passion for oncology ignited during her time at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where she delved into researching genes associated with cell death pathways. Her research interest is focused on patient frailty and optimizing care for elderly patients with lung cancer and other thoracic malignancies. Dr. Steimer is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to her patients. She performs surgeries with minimally invasive techniques (through small incisions) to decrease pain and improve patient recovery from surgery. Dr. Steimer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Mesothelioma, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Steimer is board certified in Surgery, General and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.

Dr. Wain joined the Brigham in February 2023 as a Surgeon, and Associate Chief of Quality and Safety, both for the Thoracic Surgery Department. Before joining the Brigham, Dr. Wain was the chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery and the vice chairman of the Department of Surgery at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center He’s a member of various societies, including the American Thoracic Society, the American College of Chest Physicians, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Wain received his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. He completed residency training in surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. After a surgical research fellowship at the City of Hope National Medical Center, he completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and Toronto General Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Wain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Wain is board certified in Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.

Dr. Miri Kim offers comprehensive neurosurgical treatment and has a special interest in brain tumors. Committed to delivering kind and compassionate care, she prioritizes patient education and advocacy, ensuring each individual understands their treatment options thoroughly. Dr. Kim is also dedicated to brain tumor research, working to find better solutions for her patients and improve their outcomes. In her free time, Dr. Kim enjoys reading, running, and yoga. As recent transplants to Seattle, she loves exploring Seattle with her husband and young daughter. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. Her clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Diabetes Insipidus (DI), Astrocytoma, Microvascular Decompression, and Laminectomy. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Steven J. Mentzer is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. He is a professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Mentzer received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota and received his general surgical residency training at the Brigham. He completed a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Toronto. Dr. Mentzer also completed a research fellowship at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute where he investigated the molecular mechanisms involved in the regulation of T lymphocyte function. He is board certified in surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and surgical critical care.Dr. Mentzer’s clinical interests include diseases of the lungs and thoracic cancers, minimally invasive surgery of the lungs and esophagus, and minimally invasive surgery for esophageal cancer. Principal investigator for The Mentzer Lab, Dr. Mentzer is currently studying the adaptive processes involved in blood vessel growth (angiogenesis) and lung regeneration. Dr. Mentzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mentzer is board certified in Surgery, General, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care.

Dr. Adam Bograd most recently received the 2025 Thoracic Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple consecutive years. He believes in using minimally invasive approaches in order to minimize discomfort, accelerate patient recovery, and allow patients to return quickly to their daily activities. In addition to utilizing the highest level of technological expertise for patient care, he also firmly believes in a hands-on, person-specific approach to make certain that all patients are given the best possible care. Dr Bograd has advanced fellowship training in thoracic surgical oncology from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. In 2025, Dr. Adam Bograd was elected to the board of directors for the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (MARF). The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation is the nonprofit collaboration of patients and families, physicians, advocates, and researchers. Dr. Bograd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Lung Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Thymectomy. Dr. Bograd is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Bograd is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Matthew Pommerening is an Associate Surgeon in the Division of Thoracic Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Clinical Instructor in Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Pommerening is a native Texan and graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. He received both his medical degree and general surgery training from the University of Texas McGovern Medical School in Houston, where he also completed a two-year clinical research fellowship and Master of Science degree in Clinical Research. He went on to complete a cardiothoracic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) followed by a thoracic surgery fellowship at the Brigham. He is board certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery, and he is a member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Association for Academic Surgery (AAS).Dr. Pommerening’s clinical practice is focused on the surgical and multidisciplinary care of patients with both benign and malignant thoracic and foregut diseases. His clinical interests and specialty include minimally invasive surgery, diagnostic and interventional airway procedures, thoracic oncology, and advanced foregut surgery. He is also interested in clinical outcomes research focused on designing and conducting clinical trials and quality improvement initiatives to advance evidence-based practice in thoracic surgery. Dr. Pommerening is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Collapsed Lung, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pommerening is board certified in Surgery, General and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.

Dr. Charles Cobbs is a Neurosurgeon that specializes in brain tumor surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, and neurosurgery. He is the Director of The Ben and Catherine Ivy Center for Advanced Brain Tumor Treatment. In his free time he enjoys the outdoors, running, cycling and skiing. Dr. Cobbs was also selected by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine as a Top Doctor in the field of Neurosurgery for consecutive years. Dr. Cobbs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Germ Cell Tumor. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Cobbs is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Cobbs is currently accepting new patients.