The 20 Best Oligodendroglioma Doctors Near Me in Lubbock, TX

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The 20 Best Oligodendroglioma Doctors near Lubbock, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Oligodendroglioma near Lubbock, TX. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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15 providers found
    Distinguished in Oligodendroglioma
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Oligodendroglioma
    Neurosurgery
    3601 21st Street, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Scranton is a Neurosurgery provider in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Scranton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Rhizotomy. Dr. Scranton is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Oligodendroglioma
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Oligodendroglioma
    Radiation Oncology
    4101 22nd Place, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Jenkins is a Radiation Oncologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer in Men, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Breast Cancer. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Oligodendroglioma
    Advanced in Oligodendroglioma
    4101 22nd Place, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ibrahim Shalaby is an Oncologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Shalaby is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Shalaby is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Oligodendroglioma
    Advanced in Oligodendroglioma
    4101 22nd Place, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Close is an Oncologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Close is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Close is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Endocrinology

    University Medical Center

    602 Indiana Ave, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sanjay Awasthi is an Endocrinologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Awasthi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Oncology | Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Oncology | Hematology Oncology
    4101 22nd Place, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rodolfo Martinez is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    4101 22nd Place, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Isaac Tafur is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Tafur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Tafur is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Neurosurgery
    4515 Marsha Sharp Freeway, Floor 2, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Grupke is a Neurosurgery provider in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Grupke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Grupke is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma

    University Medical Center

    602 Indiana Ave, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Jones is an Oncologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Radiation Oncology

    Umc Physicians

    602 Indiana Ave, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramzi Abdulrahman is a Radiation Oncologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Abdulrahman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Abdulrahman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine
    3506 21st Street, Suite 606, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kaiser Tarafdar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Hospital Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Tarafdar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Medulloblastoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy. Dr. Tarafdar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma

    Covenant Neurosurgery

    3601 21st St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Genevieve Lapointe is a Neurosurgery provider in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Lapointe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. Her top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Apoplexy, Delirium, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Family Medicine

    Paratus Medical Inc.

    5713 82nd St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Derek Skinner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Skinner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Internal Medicine
    9812 Slide Road, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Henderson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Henderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Henderson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma
    Experienced in Oligodendroglioma

    UMC Neurosurgery

    3502 9th St Ste 430 Office, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benedicto Baronia is a Neurosurgery provider in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Baronia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Brain Abscess, Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Oligodendroglioma?

    Oligodendroglioma is a type of brain tumor that develops from oligodendrocytes, which are specialized cells that protect neurons (nerve cells). Oligodendroglioma can occur in the brain and spinal cord.  Oligodendrogliomas are also classified as either Grade 2 or Grade 3. Grade 2 oligodendrogliomas do not spread as aggressively as Grade 3 and are less likely to cause severe symptoms. 

    When should I see an Oligodendroglioma doctor near Lubbock, 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 Oligodendroglioma doctor near Lubbock, 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 Oligodendroglioma doctors near Lubbock, 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 Oligodendroglioma doctors near Lubbock, 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 Oligodendroglioma doctor near Lubbock, 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 Oligodendroglioma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Oligodendroglioma 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 Oligodendroglioma doctor near Lubbock, 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 Oligodendroglioma 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 Oligodendroglioma 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 Oligodendroglioma doctors near Lubbock, TX?

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

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