The 20 Best Meningocele Doctors Near Me in Houston, TX

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The 20 Best Meningocele Doctors near Houston, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Meningocele near Houston, TX. Of these, 15 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Alexander E. Ropper
    Advanced in Meningocele
    Advanced in Meningocele

    Baylor McNair - Spine Center

    7200 Cambridge St., 9th Floor, Suite 9 B, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Alexander Ropper is an Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine and the Director of Spinal Neurosurgery at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. Dr. Ropper’s clinical interests include minimally invasive and complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity, scoliosis surgery, artificial disc replacement, spine tumor surgery, and spinal surgery.Dr. Ropper received a B.A. in Neuroscience and Classical Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed his Internship at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and his Residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School in Boston. He also held a Clinical Fellowship in Complex Spine Surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona.Dr. Ropper has received numerous awards and professional accolades, and was included in SpineLine's Top 20 Under 40 in 2019, presented by the North American Spine Society to showcase bright, young physicians under the age of 40.Conditions treated include minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity, artificial disc replacement, and spine tumor surgery. Dr. Ropper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Laminectomy, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Meningocele
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Meningocele
    General Surgery

    Rett Center-Texas Medical Center

    6701 Fannin St Fl 9, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Bauer is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bauer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Chiari Malformation, Syringomyelia, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

    Alex D. Sweeney
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Otolaryngology

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology

    1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E5.200, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alex D. Sweeney, M.D. is a board certified otolaryngologist specializing in Otology and Neurotology with particular interests in hearing loss, cochlear implantation and skull base tumors. He earned his medical degree and completed residency at the Baylor College of Medicine. Following residency, he completed a 2-year clinical and research fellowship as the Michael E. Glasscock III fellow of the Otology Group at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Cholesteatoma, Schwannoma, Hearing Loss, Mastoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

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    Ganesh Rao
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Surgical Oncology | Neurology | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Surgical Oncology | Neurology | Neurosurgery

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Neurosurgery

    7200 Cambridge St, Fl 9B MS BCM650, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ganesh Rao, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Ganesh Rao specializes in Neurosurgery and works at BCM Neurosurgery. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-4696. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Osteotomy.

    Naser Jaleel
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Neurosurgery

    7200 Cambridge St, Fl 9B MS BCM650, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Naser Jaleel is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in cerebrovascular neurosurgery. He completed his neurosurgical residency at the University of Buffalo in New York and then fellowship training in cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute in Seattle, WA. He has expertise in both open surgical and minimally invasive approaches for treatment of cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations and other neurovascular conditions.Prior to joining Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Jaleel served as the Surgical Director of the Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke Program at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and helped build it to achieve Comprehensive Stroke Center certification. Dr. Jaleel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Brain Aneurysm, Subdural Hematoma, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Radiology

    One Baylor Plaza, Bcm 360, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alfred Delumpa, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Alfred Delumpa specializes in Diagnostic Radiology and works at BCM Radiology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-4417. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Delumpa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Meningocele, Nasal Flaring, Hepatic Hemangioma, Stroke, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Advanced in Meningocele
    Advanced in Meningocele

    Texas Childrens Hospital

    6621 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Mcclugage is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mcclugage is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, and Rhizotomy.

    Advanced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery

    Baylor College Of Medicine

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

    Nisha Gadgil is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gadgil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothalamic Hamartomas, Spasticity, Meningocele, Rhizotomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Meningocele
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Advanced in Meningocele
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    6701 Fannin St, Suite 1560, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lisa Emrick is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Emrick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. Her top areas of expertise are MELAS Syndrome, Hypotonia, CACH Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Emrick is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Meningocele
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Meningocele
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    6701 Fannin St Ste 950, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Clark is a Pediatric Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Clark has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Lissencephaly, Seizures, Cortical Dysplasia, and Meningocele.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery

    UTHealth Houston Neurosciences - Texas Medical Center

    6400 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nitin Tandon is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tandon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Internal Medicine

    UT Physicians

    6431 Fannin St, Msb2.100, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Tumor, Lordosis, Kyphosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Internal Medicine

    Ben Taub Hospital

    1504 Taub Loop, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saivaroon Gajagowni is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gajagowni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Meningocele, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery

    Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

    6565 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Baskin is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Baskin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Septoplasty, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Baskin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Pediatric Neurology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

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

    John Slopis is a Pediatric Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Slopis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2), and Schwannomatosis.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Experienced in Meningocele

    Office

    7200 Cambridge St Fl 9, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pushan Dasgupta is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dasgupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Astrocytoma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Meningocele.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgical Group Of Texas

    6560 Fannin St Ste 1200, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Sellin is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sellin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Meningocele, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Sellin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Otolaryngology

    Houston Methodist ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery Associates

    6550 Fannin St Ste 1723, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Vrabec is an Otolaryngologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Vrabec is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, DFNB1, Nerve Decompression, and Bone Graft. Dr. Vrabec is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Radiology
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Radiology

    Synergy Radiology Associates

    7026 Old Katy Rd Ste 276, 
    Houston, TX 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Miles is a Radiologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Miles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.

    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningocele
    Neurosurgery

    UTHealth Houston Neurosciences- Memorial City

    929 Gessner Rd Ste 2410, 
    Houston, TX 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Kim is a Neurosurgery provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningocele. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Brachial Plexopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Meningocele?

    Protrusion of the meninges through a defect of the vertebral column.

    When should I see an Meningocele 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 an Meningocele 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 Meningocele 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 Meningocele 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 an Meningocele 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 Meningocele doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Meningocele 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 an Meningocele 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 Meningocele 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 Meningocele 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 Meningocele doctors near Houston, TX?

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

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