The 20 Best Glioma Doctors Near Me in Chula Vista, CA

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The 20 Best Glioma Doctors near Chula Vista, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 61 doctor with experience in Glioma near Chula Vista, CA. Of these, 55 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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61 providers found
    Experienced in Glioma
    Experienced in Glioma

    The Neuron Clinic

    450 4th Ave, Suite 215, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Branko Huisa is a Neurologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Huisa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Glioma
    Advanced in Glioma

    Marilyn S. Norton M.D. Inc.

    769 Medical Center Ct Ste 202, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marilyn Norton is an Oncologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Norton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Paget Disease of the Breast, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Glioma
    Distinguished in Glioma

    Prebys Cancer Center

    4044 5th Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tresa Mcgranahan is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Mcgranahan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. Her top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Oligodendroglioma, Glioma, and Astrocytoma.

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    Experienced in Glioma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Glioma
    Internal Medicine

    Marilyn S. Norton M.D. Inc.

    769 Medical Center Ct Ste 202, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Johnson is an Internal Medicine provider in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Paris-Trousseau Thrombocytopenia, RUNX1 Familial Platelet Disorder, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Experienced in Glioma

    Ujjala Moolani MD Inc.

    855 Third Ave Ste 3330, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramesh Kumar is an Oncologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Glioma
    Radiation Oncology

    X-Ray Medical Group Radiation Oncology Inc

    769 Medical Ctr Ct, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lori Coleman is a Radiation Oncologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Coleman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Tongue Cancer, and Lung Cancer.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurology | Nephrology
    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurology | Nephrology

    Otay Mesa Medical Offices

    4650 Palm Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Puja Vora is a Neurologist and a Nephrologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Vora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome. Dr. Vora is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Experienced in Glioma

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Pannell is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Pannell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Experienced in Glioma

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Gertsch is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Gertsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    114 C Ave, 
    Coronado, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexa Smith is a Neurosurgery provider in Coronado, California. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Glioma
    Hematology | Oncology

    Naval Medical Center San Diego

    34800 Bob Wilson Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yoko Udaka is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Udaka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. Her top areas of expertise are Rhabdoid Tumor, Medulloblastoma, Glioma, and Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Glioma
    Radiation Oncology

    Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

    3366 5th Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Siavosh Vakilian is a Radiation Oncologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Vakilian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Radiation Sickness, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Throat Cancer. Dr. Vakilian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Glioma
    Radiation Oncology

    Scripps Health

    501 Washington St, Suite 508, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shane Mesko is a Radiation Oncologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Mesko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Experienced in Glioma

    Prebys Cancer Center

    4044 5th Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Bollin is a Hematologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Bollin has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Bone Tumor, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Experienced in Glioma

    Office

    200 W Arbor Dr Ste 1B, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anastasie Dunn is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Dunn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. Her top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Experienced in Glioma

    Office

    4033 3rd Ave Ste 410, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Grisolia is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Grisolia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Serotonin Syndrome, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurosurgery

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Hirshman is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Hirshman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Oligodendroglioma, Subdural Hematoma, Osteotomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurosurgery

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Santiago is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Santiago is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Experienced in Glioma

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Khalessi is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Khalessi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Glioma
    Neurosurgery

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arvin Wali is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Wali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glioma. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Internal Carotid Agenesis, Thrombectomy, and Osteotomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Glioma?

    Gliomas are a common type of brain tumor that develop from glial cells, which are specialized cells that surround and support neurons (nerve cells) in the brain. Gliomas are generally classified based on which type of glial cell is involved in the tumor: Astocytomas are a type of glioma that develop from star-shaped glial cells called astrocytes. Astrocytomas are the most common type of glioma. Ependymomas are another type of glioma that develop from ependymal cells that line the brain and spinal cord. Ependymomas are more likely to affect children than adults.  Optic gliomas affect the optic nerves, which send messages from the eyes to the brain.  Other notable types include diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas, mixed gliomas, and oligodendrogliomas.

    When should I see a Glioma doctor near Chula Vista, CA?

    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 Glioma doctor near Chula Vista, CA?

    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 Glioma doctors near Chula Vista, CA?

    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 Glioma doctors near Chula Vista, CA?

    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 Glioma doctor near Chula Vista, CA?

    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 Glioma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Glioma 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 Glioma doctor near Chula Vista, CA?

    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 Glioma 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 Glioma 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 Glioma doctors near Chula Vista, CA?

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

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