The 20 Best Heart Tumor Doctors Near Me in houston, TX

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 114 doctor with experience in Heart Tumor near houston, TX. Of these, 94 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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114 providers found
    Distinguished in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Cardiothoracic Surgery

    6770 Bertner Ave, C355, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kenneth Liao is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Liao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Tumor, Atrial Myxoma, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Liao is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Heart Tumor
    Elite in Heart Tumor
    Referral may be required

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Vinod Ravi is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ravi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, Heart Tumor, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 1489, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wayne Hofstetter is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hofstetter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Endoscopy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

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    Distinguished in Heart Tumor
    Distinguished in Heart Tumor
    Referral may be required

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    Cezar Iliescu is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Iliescu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Myocarditis, Cardiomyopathy, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Thrombectomy.

    Distinguished in Heart Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Heart Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    6701 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Surya Rednam is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rednam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Tumor, Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Medulloblastoma.

    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required
    6400 Fannin St, Ste 2500, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Konstantinos Charitakis is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Charitakis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Carney Complex, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Charitakis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required
    6400 Fannin St, Ste 2500, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Croatian, Italian, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Igor Gregoric is a Thoracic Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gregoric is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Ventricular Septal Defects, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Gregoric is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    MD Anderson

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

    Anita Deswal is a Cardiologist and an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Deswal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myocarditis, Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Houston Methodist Debakey Cardiology Associates

    6550 Fannin St Ste 1901, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mahwash Kassi is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kassi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Amyloidosis, Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Kassi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery | Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery | Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Cardiothoracic Surgery

    7200 Cambridge St, 6th Floor, Ste 6A, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shanda Blackmon is a Thoracic Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Blackmon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Blackmon is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Houston Cardiovascular Assoc PA

    5115 Fannin St, Suite 801, 
    Houston, TX 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Barry Trachtenberg is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Trachtenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Primary Amyloidosis, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Trachtenberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Houston Heart - Med Center

    1200 Binz St Ste 900, 
    Houston, TX 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Pranav Loyalka is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Loyalka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Loyalka is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Medical Clinic Of Houston, LLP

    1701 Sunset Blvd, Medical Clinic of Houston, LLP, aka "The Sunset Clinic", 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Cook is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Cook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, and Heart Murmurs. Dr. Cook is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine – Cardiovascular Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Tumor
    Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    6400 Fannin St, 
    Houston,, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Yao is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston,, Texas. Dr. Yao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Yao is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required
    6400 Fannin St, Ste 3000, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sriram Nathan is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Nathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Nathan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Referral may be required
    6400 Fannin St, Ste 2500, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Biswajit Kar is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Kar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Memorial Hermann Cancer Center Texas Medical Center

    6400 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Sara Taveras Alam earned her medical degree at Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Jacobi Medical Center-Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, N.Y., where she served as chief resident. She worked as a leukemia/lymphoma hospitalist at Sylvester Cancer Center-University of Miami prior to her fellowship in hematology-oncology at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in Houston. During her fellowship at BCM, she was honored as a member of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Trainee Council and a scholar of the BCM Center of Excellence in Health Equity, Training & Research. As Hematology-Oncology faculty, she has trained with the ASH Medical Educator’s Institute and serves on the taskforce for the ASH Hematology Review Series- an initiative she helped launch as a trainee during the COVID-19 pandemic. Board certified in internal medicine and hematology, she treats adult patients 18 years and older and also speaks Spanish. Her primary clinical interests are leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Her research has focused on health care disparities in hematologic malignancies, real-world outcomes in hematologic malignancies as well as the impact of medical education interventions and stressors on hematology/oncology trainees. Dr. Taveras is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Tumor, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma, and Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation. Dr. Taveras is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required
    6400 Fannin St, Ste 3000, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Manish Patel is a Thoracic Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Arterial Embolism, Heart Transplant, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Referral may be required
    6411 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Francisco Fuentes is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fuentes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Fuentes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Experienced in Heart Tumor
    Referral may be required
    6410 Fannin St, Ste 600, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Poyee Tung is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Tumor. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dysautonomia, Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, and Pediatric Myocarditis. Dr. Tung is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Heart Tumor?

    A heart tumor, also known as a cardiac tumor, is a growth in the heart that can be either cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign). A heart tumor can originate in the heart (primary), also known as a myxoma, or spread from another part of the body (secondary).

    When should I see a Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor 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 Heart Tumor doctors near houston, TX?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Tumor 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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