The 20 Best Lung Cancer Doctors Near Me in Texas, US

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The 20 Best Lung Cancer Doctors in Texas, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 2112 doctor with experience in Lung Cancer near Texas, US. Of these, 1583 are Experienced, 369 are Advanced, 145 are Distinguished and 13 are Elite.

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    Joe Y. Chang
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    MD Anderson

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joe Chang is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chang is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

    John Minna
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Elite in Lung Cancer

    University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    5323 Harry Hines Blvd, 
    Dallas, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Minna is an Oncologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Minna is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

    Mara Antonoff
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    General Surgery
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    General Surgery

    Office

    1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy Ste 200, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mara Antonoff is a General Surgeon in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Antonoff is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Lung Cancer?

    Common conditions include: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    MD Anderson

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Reza Mehran is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mehran is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Endoscopy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Jonathan Dowell
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Elite in Lung Cancer

    University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    5323 Harry Hines Blvd, 
    Dallas, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Dowell is a Hematologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Dowell is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Mesothelioma, and EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.

    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Oncology
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Oncology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anne Tsao is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tsao is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Thymic Epithelial Tumor, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Thoracic Surgery
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd # 455, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Swisher is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Swisher is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Esophageal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Elite in Lung Cancer

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Xiuning Le is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Le is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Regional Employee Assistance Program Inc

    506 E San Antonio St, 
    Victoria, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ritsuko Komaki is a Radiation Oncologist in Victoria, Texas. Dr. Komaki is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Esophageal Cancer.

    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    MD Anderson

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jing Li is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Li is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Osteosarcoma, Endoscopy, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    MD Anderson

    1840 Old Spanish Trl, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Lin is a Radiation Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Elite in Lung Cancer

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 432, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yasir Elamin is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Elamin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Metastatic Pleural Tumor.

    Elite in Lung Cancer
    Elite in Lung Cancer

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 432, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vassiliki Papadimitrakopoulou is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Papadimitrakopoulou is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

    Jose F. Escobar
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Lung Cancer
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Texas Health Heart, Lung And Vascular Surgical Specialists

    Denton, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Jose Escobar, M.D., spent five years in the Phoenix, Ariz., area pursuing his general surgery residency training, before coming to Texas to further advance his skills. He went on to complete his thoracic surgery residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Surgery and a Diplomat of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery with special interests that include adult cardiac surgery, minimally invasive thoracic surgery and lung cancer screening program.Prior to founding CVT Surgical Associates of Denton, Escobar served as the medical director of Thoracic Surgery and Cardiovascular Surgery for Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine for six years. He graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M University in College Station with a bachelor's degree in biology and earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University School of Medicine in Lubbock.Escobar is well-published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology</em>, Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography</em> and Circulation</em> on such topics as detection of myocardial perfusion defects and the safety and efficacy of fluorocarbon-based echocardiographic contrast agents. He is a member of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, American Board of Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery Network, and Society of Thoracic Surgery.In his free time, Escobar enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family. Dr. Escobar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Lung Nodules, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Sunil Patel
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Hematology Oncology

    St. Michael Oncology Clinic - Cowhorn Creek

    5002 Cowhorn Creek Rd., Suite 3205, Suite 3205, 
    Texarkana, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sunil Patel is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Texarkana, Texas. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Scott Goble
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Radiation Oncology | Oncology

    Cancer Center At St. Joseph Health - Bryan, TX

    2215 E Villa Maria Rd, Suite 130, 
    Bryan, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    An American Board of Radiology Certified Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Goble has been with the CHI St. Joseph Health Cancer Center since 1996. A graduate of the University of Louisville, School of Medicine, he served his residency in Radiation Oncology at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Goble is a member of the American Medical Association, American Society for Radiation Oncology, Texas Medical Association, Brazos-Robertson Co. Medical Society, American College of Radiation Oncology, American College of Radiology, and the Texas Radiological Society. In addition to private practice, Dr. Goble is currently Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology at the Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine. Dr. Goble devotes himself to ongoing research and study that keeps him on the leading edge of cancer treatment through radiation. Dr. Goble is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

    Shanda H. Blackmon
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Cardiothoracic Surgery

    7200 Cambridge St, 6th Floor, Ste 6A, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shanda Blackmon is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Blackmon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Blackmon is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 1462, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Ost is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ost is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roberto Casal is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Casal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleural Effusion, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Lung Cancer
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 349, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlos Jimenez is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Jimenez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Lung Cancer?

    Lung cancer is cancer that starts in the lungs.

    The lungs are located in the chest. When you breathe, air goes through your nose, down your windpipe (trachea), and into the lungs, where it flows through tubes called bronchi. Most lung cancer begins in the cells that line these tubes.

    There are two main types of lung cancer:

    • Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer.
    • Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) makes up about 20% of all lung cancer cases.

    If the cancer started somewhere else in the body and spreads to the lungs, it is called metastatic cancer to the lung.

    When should I see a Lung Cancer doctor in Texas, US?

    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 Lung Cancer doctor in Texas, US?

    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 Lung Cancer doctors in Texas, US?

    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 Lung Cancer doctors in Texas, US?

    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 Lung Cancer doctor in Texas, US?

    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 Lung Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lung Cancer 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 Lung Cancer doctor in Texas, US?

    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 Lung Cancer 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 Lung Cancer 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 Lung Cancer doctors in Texas, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lung Cancer 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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