The 20 Best Posterior Fossa Tumor Doctors Near Me in St Petersburg, FL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 30 doctor with experience in Posterior Fossa Tumor near St Petersburg, FL. Of these, 28 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 500, Suite 500, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Aramaic, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jallo is the vice dean and physician-in-chief at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. He also is the David M. Goldenberg Family Endowed Chair in the Institute for Brain Protection Sciences and a professor of neurosurgery, pediatrics and oncology with Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Jallo joined Johns Hopkins in 2003 as a pediatric neurosurgeon. In 2013, he became the pediatric neurosurgery division director at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Jallo moved to Johns Hopkins All Children's in 2015 to launch the Institute for Brain Protection Sciences, a multidisciplinary institute that unites clinicians, researchers and educators focused on promoting optimal neurodevelopment and caring for children with injuries and illnesses that can affect the brain. His areas of expertise include tumors of the brain and spinal cord, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring for eloquent tumors, use of minimally invasive technologies such as endoscopy and keyhole surgery and surgical treatment of epilepsy. Dr. Jallo has published more than 245 peer-reviewed scientific articles, 89 book chapters and is co-editor of five textbooks on pediatric neurosurgery, pediatric epilepsy surgery and neuroendoscopy. In addition, Dr. Jallo has been principal investigator for NIH and private foundation grants focused on treatment of pediatric central nervous system tumors and other neurosurgical challenges. Dr. Jallo earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency in neurosurgery at New York University Medical Center and fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery at Beth Israel Medical Center, Institute for Neurology and Neurosurgery, in New York. Dr. Jallo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ependymoma, Spinal Tumor, Subependymoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy. Dr. Jallo is board certified in American Board Of Pediatric Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Pediatric Neurology

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 560, Suite 560, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Geller specializes in pediatric neurology for the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Institute for Brain Protection Sciences. He sees patients at the main campus in St. Petersburg and at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care, North Port. He joined the hospital staff in 2018. Dr. Geller previously was a pediatric neurologist and child neurology residency program director at Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. He retired as a captain from the U.S. Navy Medical Corps. His clinical and research interests include neurofibromatosis, neuro-oncology and pain management. Dr. Geller earned his medical degree from St. Louis University Medical School. He trained in pediatrics and served as chief resident at Naval Hospital in Oakland, California. He then completed a pediatric neurology residency and served as chief neurology resident at the University of Illinois in Chicago. He also completed a six-week externship at Queen Square Neurologic Institute in London, England. Dr. Geller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Ventricle Cancer, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Neurofibromatosis, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Geller is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Smyth is chief of the pediatric neurosurgery division at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and director of the pediatric neurosurgery fellowship program. His specialties include pediatric neurosurgery, with sub-specialization in pediatric epilepsy surgery and craniofacial surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques. In addition, Dr. Smyth is a professor of neurosurgery in the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Before joining the Johns Hopkins All Children’s medical staff, Dr. Smyth was the Appoline Blair Professor of Neurological Surgery and Pediatrics at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Dr. Smyth earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery internship in the Department of Surgery at the University of California, Irvine. He then completed a residency in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of California in San Francisco, where he was chief resident. Dr. Smyth completed a pediatric neurosurgery fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Alabama, Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Smyth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy. Dr. Smyth is board certified in American Board Of Pediatric Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

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    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor

    Pediatric Physician Services - Neurosurgery

    601 5th Street South, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Ukrainian
    Offers Telehealth

    Yarema Bezchlibnyk is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Bezchlibnyk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy. Dr. Bezchlibnyk is board certified in Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of Canada.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor

    Florida Center For Neurology Inc.

    1607 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erasmo Passaro is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Passaro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Subependymoma.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgical Associates Of Tampa Bay

    603 7th St S Ste 540, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kirk Jobe is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Jobe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Jobe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgical Associates Of Tampa Bay Inc.

    603 7th St S Ste 540, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cedric Shorter is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Shorter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgical Associates Of Tampa Bay

    603 7th St S Ste 540, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Befeler is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Befeler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Befeler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor

    SC Physicians LLC

    620 10th St N, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Jones is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Hodgkin Lymphoma.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology

    Well Spring Cancer Center LLC

    1201 5th Ave N, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frank Franzese is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Franzese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Franzese is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Franzese is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Neurosurgery

    St. Anthony's Hospital

    1200 7th Ave N, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Stengel is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Stengel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor

    The Oncology Institute Of Hope And Innovation

    501 Dr Martin Luther King St S, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gus Gonzalez is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis. Dr. Gonzalez is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gonzalez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor

    Central Neurology Pl

    2201 Central Ave Ste 200, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alberto Vasquez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Vasquez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy. Dr. Vasquez is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Vasquez is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology

    Office

    8787 Bryan Dairy Rd Ste 120, 
    Seminole, FL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Tralins is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Seminole, Florida. Dr. Tralins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Prostate Cancer.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    1615 Pasadena Ave S Ste 400, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Peterson is an Oncologist practicing medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Peterson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Peterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Hematology | Oncology

    Pinellas Hematology And Oncology PA

    5000 Park St N Ste 1017, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sudhir Hansalia is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Hansalia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anemia, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Dr. Hansalia is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hansalia is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Hematology
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Hematology

    Pinellas Hematology/Oncology Center - St. Petersburg

    5000 Park St N Ste 1017, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmad Shaker is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Shaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Shaker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology

    Wellspring Oncology

    6600 66th St N, 
    Pinellas Park, FL 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Bloom is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Pinellas Park, Florida. Dr. Bloom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology

    Wellspring Oncology

    6600 66th St N, 
    Pinellas Park, FL 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Miercort is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Pinellas Park, Florida. Dr. Miercort is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Throat Cancer.

    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Posterior Fossa Tumor
    Radiation Oncology

    Office

    10000 Bay Pines Blvd Unit 107, 
    Bay Pines, FL 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Lee is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Bay Pines, Florida. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Posterior Fossa Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, and Lung Cancer.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Posterior Fossa Tumor?

    Posterior fossa tumor is a type of brain tumor located in or near the bottom of the skull.

    When should I see a Posterior Fossa Tumor doctor near St Petersburg, FL?

    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 Posterior Fossa Tumor doctor near St Petersburg, FL?

    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 Posterior Fossa Tumor doctors near St Petersburg, FL?

    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 Posterior Fossa Tumor doctors near St Petersburg, FL?

    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 Posterior Fossa Tumor doctor near St Petersburg, FL?

    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 Posterior Fossa Tumor doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Posterior Fossa 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 Posterior Fossa Tumor doctor near St Petersburg, FL?

    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 Posterior Fossa 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 Posterior Fossa 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 Posterior Fossa Tumor doctors near St Petersburg, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Posterior Fossa 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 Posterior Fossa Tumor doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Posterior Fossa 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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