The 20 Best Merkel Cell Carcinoma Doctors Near Me in sugar land, TX

Find the Top Merkel Cell Carcinoma Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Merkel Cell Carcinoma near sugar land, TX. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Memorial Hermann Medical Group Sugar Land Multi-Specialty

    17520 West Grand Pkwy South, Suite 350, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Laith Numan practices practicing medicine in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Numan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Colostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Numan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    MD Anderson In Sugar Land

    1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Beverly Guadagnolo is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Guadagnolo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epithelioid Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Mesenchymoma, and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.

    Advanced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Advanced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Referral may be required
    8145 Hwy 6, Ste 100, 
    Missouri City, TX 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Harrison Nguyen is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Missouri City, Texas. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Warts, Actinic Keratosis, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Referral may be required
    6500 West Loop South, Ste 200 A, 
    Bellaire, TX 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Valencia Thomas is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Melanoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC). Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Referral may be required
    6500 West Loop South, Ste 200 A, 
    Bellaire, TX 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Rapini is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. Dr. Rapini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Hartsfield Syndrome, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Warts. Dr. Rapini is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Referral may be required
    23050 Westheimer Pkwy, 
    Katy, TX 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kelly Conner is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Katy, Texas. Dr. Conner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Giant Congenital Nevus, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome. Dr. Conner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Referral may be required

    The Skin Surgery Center Of Houston PLLC

    915 Gessner Rd Ste 640, 
    Houston, TX 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Julia Kauffman is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kauffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Bowen's Disease, and Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis. Dr. Kauffman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Oncology | Dermatology | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Oncology | Dermatology | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center At Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center O'Quinn Medical Tower - Houston, TX

    1919 Old Spanish Trail, 7th Floor, 
    Houston, TX 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    E Camp is an Oncologist and a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Camp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Melanoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Camp is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    13900 Katy Fwy, 
    Houston, TX 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristen Pytynia is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Pytynia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Melanoma, Gastrostomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    13900 Katy Fwy, 
    Houston, TX 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Chronowski is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chronowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Ewing Sarcoma. Dr. Chronowski is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Berthelsen Main Campus

    2727 W Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Salman Hasan is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hasan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Hasan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    MD Anderson

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life Sciences Plaza, 
    Houston, TX 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clifton Fuller is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fuller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Gastrostomy, and Thyroidectomy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Merkel Cell Carcinoma?

    Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive skin cancer. It usually develops as a single, painless, bump on sun-exposed skin. The bump may be skin-colored or red-violet, and tends to grow rapidly over weeks to months. It may spread quickly to surrounding tissues, nearby lymph nodes, or more distant parts of the body. Factors associated with developing MCC include increasing age, fair skin, a history of extensive sun exposure, chronic immune suppression, and the Merkel cell polyomavirus. The Merkel cell polyomavirus has been detected in most people who have MCC.

    When should I see a Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor near sugar land, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor near sugar land, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctors near sugar land, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctors near sugar land, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor near sugar land, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor near sugar land, 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctors near sugar land, TX?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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 Merkel Cell Carcinoma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Merkel Cell Carcinoma 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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