The 20 Best Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor Doctors Near Me in Durham, NC

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The 20 Best Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor Doctors near Durham, NC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor near Durham, NC. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Brian E. Brigman
    Advanced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Surgical Oncology

    Duke Cancer Center

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    As an orthopaedic oncologist, I am passionate about providing the best diagnostic and therapeutic surgical care for patients with benign or malignant bone or soft tissue tumors of the musculoskeletal system. As the director of the Sarcoma program at the Duke Cancer Institute, my passion is building our team to provide the best clinical care and basic scientific, translational and clinical research to serve our patients. Dr. Brigman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Chondrosarcoma, Bone Graft, and Hip Replacement.

    Richard F. Riedel
    Advanced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Advanced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor

    Duke Cancer Center

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a medical oncologist who focuses on bone and soft tissue cancers called sarcomas. I love spending time with my patients. They often have a sense of awareness about their condition that’s truly unique and rewarding. I partner with each patient so they know the full set of options available for treatment and can make an informed decision about the approach that is best for them. I’ve wanted to pursue medicine for as long as I can remember. I find cancer fascinating because of its ability to evade the immune system. The body fails to recognize cancer as being foreign. When I am not at work, I love spending time with my family and enjoy long distance running. Dr. Riedel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Desmoid Tumor, and Angiosarcoma.

    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lewis Sulman is a Radiation Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sulman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

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    Nicole A. Larrier
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Radiation Oncology

    Duke Cancer Center

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    As a radiation oncologist, I treat adults and children with sarcomas and other conditions of the musculoskeletal system. In my practice, we recognize that a cancer diagnosis affects the entire family and work to care for all members. Our team is committed to offering personalized, multi-disciplinary care. Dr. Larrier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Rhabdomyosarcoma.

    Will Eward
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Surgical Oncology

    Duke Cancer Center

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    As an orthopedic oncologist, I treat cancers of the bone and muscle. My background is very different from most doctors. I started as a veterinarian and became interested in cancer because so many dogs have cancer, and I came to medical school to learn how to treat and beat some of these types of cancer. I’m still a veterinarian, and that’s a big part of what we do here. Many cancers of the bone and muscles, called sarcomas, are rare in people, but common in dogs. So continuing to treat dogs with this type of cancer lets us and our group gain a deeper understanding of how these cancers work. With my patients, I try to find out what the cancer has taken from them, and what their goals are for how to get back in control. For some, their goal is to beat the cancer no matter what. For others, the goal is to keep walking or to be able to walk again, or to be in less pain. Then we try to tailor our approach to the patient. Often, people think being a surgical oncologist must be a terrible job. But I find something in each patient to admire, because patients dealing with cancer develop a strength the rest of us don’t get to have. Dr. Eward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Infantile Myofibromatosis, Bone Graft, and Hip Replacement.

    Allan H. Friedman
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor

    Duke Cancer Center Brain Tumor Clinic

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Offers Telehealth

    What we specialize in at The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center is compassionate care – we take care of our patients. It’s complete care. The patients don’t have to go out and find a radiologist. We have the radiation oncologist, the chemotherapy, the surgery, the radiology, we have all kinds of nursing people as well as help getting physical therapy and getting in-the-home assistance. Patients also can expect cutting-edge care because we run such a terrific science program here. I really like working with the patients. No question about it. It’s not that I’m doing some trivial procedure six times a day. When someone comes in with a brain tumor, there’s usually some bonding, and instead of running away from that, I really enjoy it. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Kris M. Mahadeo
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology | Pediatrics

    Duke Children's Health Center Bone Marrow Transplant Clinic

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I care for patients and families seeking bone marrow transplants, cellular therapies, and gene therapies for high-risk cancers, genetic and metabolic disorders, and primary immune deficiencies. I work closely with a comprehensive team to ensure the best long-term outcomes and quality of life. I am attentive to the needs of my patients, as well as their caregivers and families. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling and exploring new cultures. Dr. Mahadeo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Hepatic Venoocclusive Disease with Immunodeficiency, Leukemia, Infantile Neutropenia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft.

    Stephen X. Skapek
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor

    Duke Children's Health Center Hematology/Oncology Clinic

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    As a physician, I care for children who may have cancer or a type of blood disease. I work with them and their families from the initial evaluation to establish a diagnosis, all the way through developing and carrying out a treatment plan. As we work together, I prioritize listening to their concerns, understanding their values, and working as a team. I also value transparency and honesty as we share information along the pathway toward healing. I consider it a tremendous honor and privilege to work with children and their parents, and I strive to do everything I can to help. Dr. Skapek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Rhabdomyosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Pineoblastoma, and Pineocytoma.

    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    2100 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Kirsch is a Radiation Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kirsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Kirsch is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lars Wagner is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Osteosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Ryan is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatoblastoma, Glioma, Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant, and Ewing Sarcoma.

    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Tepper is a Radiation Oncologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Tepper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).

    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Neurosurgery

    UNC Hospitals Neurosurgery Clinic

    102 Mason Farm Rd, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Attiah is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Attiah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Bone Tumor, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
    Orthopedics

    UNC Health Prosthetics And Orthotics LLC

    102 Mason Farm Rd, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Esther is an Orthopedics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Esther is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Liver Embolization.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor?

    A Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor (MPNST) is a tumor that develops in the protective lining that covers nerves. The first symptom of MPNST is often a lump or mass that increases in size, sometimes causing pain or a tingling sensation. MPNST is considered an aggressive tumor because there is up to a 65% chance of the tumor regrowing after surgery (a recurrence), and approximately 40% chance of spreading to distant parts of the body (a metastasis), most commonly to the lung. Approximately 25-50% of MPNSTs are associated with a genetic condition known as neurofibromatosis type 1.

    When should I see a Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctor near Durham, NC?

    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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctor near Durham, NC?

    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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctors near Durham, NC?

    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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctors near Durham, NC?

    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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctor near Durham, NC?

    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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath 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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctor near Durham, NC?

    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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath 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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath 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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctors near Durham, NC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath 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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath 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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