The 20 Best Metastatic Brain Tumor Doctors Near Me in Webster, TX

Dr. Harvey is a board-certified neurosurgeon with fellowship training in complex spine surgery. He also completed a one-year fellowship in neurosurgical oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Harvey's area of special focus is the treatment of brain and spine tumors with additional interest in spinal cord trauma. He is an Arizona native who received his medical degree from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University in Glendale before completing his residency training in neurosurgery at the University of Illinois in Bloomington. As part of his residency, Harvey completed his complex spine fellowship at the University of Illinois Peoria. In addition to practicing medicine, he is a Major in the United States Army Reserve Medical Corps. He speaks Finnish and some Spanish. Dr. Harvey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Awake Craniotomy, and Vertebroplasty.

Sherise Ferguson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ferguson is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Metastatic Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

Dr. Cyrus Wong is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS). After previously serving for years as the Division Chief of Neurosurgery at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, he is currently Chair of the Department of Neurosciences, overseeing the three divisions of Neurosurgery, Neurology, and Neuro-Intensive care. Dr. Wong is also the longstanding Medical Director of Spinal Deformity and Complex Spine Surgery. In addition, he is a member of Texas Health Fort Worth’s Medical Executive Committee and Operations Cabinet, and previously served on its Ethics Council. Dr. Wong is involved in neurosurgical research and medical education as Assistant Professor at Texas Christian University School of Medicine and has been recognized as a “Top Doc” in Neurosurgery by Fort Worth Magazine and 360West Magazine over multiple years.Dr. Wong completed his residency in neurosurgery and fellowship training in complex spinal surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. He received his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland, where he played a part in the development of a novel brainstem tumor model.Dr. Wong has authored several chapters in widely published textbooks and presented at national and international conferences on the topic of spinal disease and its treatment. His unique expertise in spinal surgery includes the treatment of adult spinal deformity/scoliosis, complex spinal reconstruction, spinal tumors, as well as minimally invasive spine surgery. He also treats benign and malignant brain tumors.Dr. Wong is a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery and a Fellow Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), as well as a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), AANS/CNS Joint Spine Section, AO Spine, and the North American Spine Society. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Scoliosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Dr. Moneeb Ehtesham is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon with specialized expertise in cerebrovascular/endovascular neurosurgery and complex spinal surgery. He has served in teaching and senior academic research and leadership capacities for over two decades. Dr. Ehtesham currently serves as an Associate Professor at the TCU Burnett School of Medicine. His areas of special focus include open and endovascular surgery for aneurysms and other cerebrovascular conditions as well as spinal surgery. Additionally, he has been recognized for his research in the areas of stem cell therapies and brain tumors. He was a recipient of the Young Investigator Award from the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons.Dr. Ehtesham completed his neurological surgery residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, where he served as chief resident in his final year. He also completed his neurointerventional/ endovascular neurosurgery fellowship at Vanderbilt. Dr. Ehtesham is a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery and a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Ehtesham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Joseph Quillin believes that the practice of neurosurgery is a tremendous privilege. His focus is on durable symptom relief, patient quality of life, maximum safe tumor resection, and the prevention of further neurological damage for his patients. His advanced training in brain, spine, and skull base/cerebrovascular disorders has enabled him to care for some of the most complex patients in neurosurgery. Dr. Quillin specializes in neurosurgical oncology and skull base surgery, using techniques such as radiotherapy and minimally invasive endoscopic surgery to promote tumor treatment and removal. He has served the DFW area since 2021.Dr. Quillin earned his medical degree at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. He completed his neurological surgery residency and fellowship training in neurological oncology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He also completed additional fellowship training in skull base/cerebrovascular surgery at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J. Away from the office, Dr. Quillin has served as an ad hoc reviewer for publications including NEUROSURGERY, World Neurosurgery, and the Journal of Neuro-Oncology. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Quillin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

Neurosurgeon Anita Bhansali, M.D., is fellowship-trained in functional neurosurgery from the esteemed Swedish Neuroscience Institute, which is a leader in the comprehensive clinical care of neurological disorders. She is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Bhansali's areas of specialization include the evaluation and treatment of functional neurosurgical disorders such as epilepsy, movement disorders, and pain syndromes. Her additional areas of special interest and focus include the treatment of cervical spine instability and degenerative spine disease, and deep brain and nerve stimulation for Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions.Dr. Bhansali earned her medical degree at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle. She completed her neurological surgery residency at the University of Chicago Medical Center in Illinois before going on to complete her fellowship training at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute, also in Seattle. She is published in numerous medical journals and publications on a wide variety of topics in neurosurgery. Dr. Bhansali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastrostomy.

"Dr. Olaide Ajayi is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons and is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He is the Medical Director of Spine Surgery at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth.Dr. Ajayi completed his Neurosurgery Residency as well as a Complex and Minimally Invasive Spine Fellowship at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Southern California. He also received his Medical Doctorate from the same institution. He has authored and contributed to many peer review publications on various neurosurgical and spine related topics.His areas of special focus include the surgical management of degenerative scoliosis, spine tumors, spine trauma, complex and minimally invasive spine surgery, and degenerative spine disease. Dr. Ajayi takes a comprehensive approach in the management of spinal disease, utilizing conservative treatment options when feasible, as well as minimally invasive and complex reconstructive approaches when necessary.Dr. Ajayi is a member of the North American Spine Society (NASS), American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) and AANS/CNS Joint Spine Section.WATCH NOW:</h5>Patient Testimonial: North Texas Neurosurgical & Spine Center (Dr. Ajayi)</a>". Dr. Ajayi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Dr. Ahmed Shakir brings in-depth clinical and teaching experience in neurosurgery to Texas Health Neurosurgery and Spine Specialists. He is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is fellowship-trained in spine surgery from Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. Dr. Shakir received his medical degree from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas before going on to complete his neurological surgery residency training at Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, GA. He has also worked as a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio.Dr. Shakir’s special interests include spinal trauma, spinal oncology and degenerative spine disorders. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Shakir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Jacob Mandel, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Jacob Mandel specializes in Neurology (Brain and Spine) and works at BCM Neurology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-2273. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Mandel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor. Dr. Mandel is board certified in Neurology From The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neuro-Oncology From The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, American Academy Of Neurology, Society Of Neuro-Oncology, American Society Of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Mandel is currently accepting new patients.

Karen Fink, MD, PhD, is the Medical Director of Clinical Neuro-Oncology Research at Baylor University Medical Center.  Dr. Fink leads our neuro-oncology team, heading the multi-disciplinary Baylor Scott and White Sammons Cancer Center brain tumor board and multiple clinical trials for patients with brain tumors. She has a long history of involvement in advanced clinical trials in collaboration with industry groups and with prominent neuro-oncology programs nationwide. Dr. Fink received her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. She then completed her MD and PhD at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where she investigated early cellular activation of cancer-causing genes in response to growth signals. Her Neurology residency and Neuro-oncology fellowship were accomplished at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. She stayed there after completing her training, becoming the Director of Clinical Neuro-Oncology. She moved to Baylor University Medical Center to found Neuro-Oncology Associates in 2006. At Baylor Scott & White, she continued to offer clinical trials as an investigator in the North American Brain Tumor Consortium, and later, the Brain Tumor trials Collaborative spearheaded at the National Institute of Health. She still works with pharmaceutical and device companies to offer advanced treatments for patients with brain tumors. Dr. Fink has participated in over 50 neuro-oncology clinical trials, been an author on over 50 peer reviewed publications, and over 80 abstracts covering various aspects of Neuro-Oncology research. She mentors Neurology Residents, Oncology fellows and medical students, instilling knowledge regarding the management of primary brain tumor patients and providing an example of compassionate and up-to-date clinical care. Dr. Fink has formally served as a member of the Corporate Compliance Committee and the Multidisciplinary Cancer Committee at Baylor Scott and White. She is a member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Fink specializes in the treatment of tumors in the brain, central nervous system, and peripheral nervous system. She collaborates with Neuro-Oncology clinicians and their medical teams in north and central Texas, and with Neurosurgeons, Radiation Oncologists, Medical Oncologists, Neuro-Radiologists and Palliative Care clinicians across the region to coordinate complete care for patients and their loved ones who are dealing with a brain tumor. Dr. Fink has been named one of Texas Monthly's Texas Super Doctors for over 10 years earning her a place on Texas Monthly's Hall of Fame list. Read more about Dr. Fink’s research publications on PubMed.gov. Dr. Fink is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor. Dr. Fink is board certified in Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology/Neurology and Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

Hussein Tawbi is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tawbi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Brain Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

Nicholas Andrade is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Andrade is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Andrade is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Rao is board certified in Board Recertification 2019, Re-Certification American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Shivnani strongly encourages patients to consider clinical trials to help further advances in cancer care. The trials that he has participated in have been presented at national meetings including the annual meeting for the American Society for Radiation Oncology and the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium.He has also published letters and articles in several journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine, the Journal of the American Medical Association and the International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics.Additionally, Dr. Shivnani is passionate about education for physicians and other members of the radiation team. He is co-chair of the education subcommittee for the US Oncology Network Radiation Oncology Leadership Committee and also serves on the task force for the Practical Radiation Oncology Track for the ASTRO Annual Meeting.In his free time, Dr. Shivnani enjoys traveling, reading and playing chess with his wife and two boys. Dr. Shivnani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Shivnani is board certified in Radiation Oncology- American Board Of Radiology/Radiation Oncology and Radiation Oncology- American Board Of Radiology.

Nader Pouratian is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Pouratian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy.

Divya Mella, MD, is board-certified in neurology and fellowship-trained and board-certified in neuro-oncology with an additional board certification in neuro-imaging. She specializes in the treatment of tumors of the brain and spinal cord as well as in the management of neurological complications of cancer and cancer related treatment. Dr. Mella attended medical school at Sri Siddhartha Medical College. She then went on to complete her internship in internal medicine and then residency in neurology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Finally, she completed a 2-year clinical and research fellowship-training in neuro-oncology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Mella has published several scientific articles in the field of neuro-oncology and has participated in numerous clinical trials.   Read more about Dr. Mella’s research publications on PubMed.gov. Dr. Mella is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Neuroepithelioma. Dr. Mella is board certified in Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology/Neurology, Neurology- American Board Of Neurology, and Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Posterior Fossa Tumor. Dr. Goble is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Toussaint enjoys teaching, research, and mentoring medical students. He has lived in College Station with his wife and five children since 2007. Dr. Toussaint is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Delirium, Apoplexy, Microdiscectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Toussaint is board certified in Neurological Surgery- American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Zachary Brownlee is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Brownlee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Posterior Fossa Tumor. Dr. Brownlee is board certified in Radiation Oncology- American Board Of Radiology/Radiation Oncology and Radiation Oncology- American Board Of Radiology.

Jerry Barker is a Palliative Medicine specialist and a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Barker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metastatic Brain Tumor. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma. Dr. Barker is board certified in Radiation Oncology- American Board Of Radiology/Radiation Oncology, Hospice & Palliative Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med/Hospice And Palliative Medicine, Radiation Oncology- American Board Of Radiology, Hospice And Palliative Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, Radiation Oncology- American Board Of Radiation Oncology, and Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine.