The 20 Best Spinal Tumor Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Spinal Tumor near Iowa, US. Of these, 17 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Spinal Tumor
    Oncology | Integrative Medicine
    Advanced in Spinal Tumor
    Oncology | Integrative Medicine
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    MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center

    411 Laurel St., Suite 3300, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Richard Deming is medical director of MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He received a bachelor’s degree from South Dakota State University and his medical degree from Creighton University. Dr. Deming entered the US Navy on a scholarship while in medical school. He did his internship in internal medicine at Naval Hospital San Diego. He served for nine years as a physician in the U.S. Navy, including two years as the diving medical officer for Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group 1 in Hawaii. He completed a residency in radiation oncology at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Deming served at the National Cancer Institute and Bethesda Naval Hospital. He moved to Des Moines and became part of the MercyOne team in 1989.Dr. Deming is known throughout the state for the compassionate care he provides cancer patients and their families. He is involved in many national, state, and community organizations and is the recipient of numerous awards. He was awarded the Lane Adams Award by the American Cancer Society for excellence and compassion in patient care, the Iowa Cancer Champion Award for his tireless efforts in the field of advocacy, and the Iowa Star Award from the Des Moines Register for making a measurable difference within the community and improving the quality of life for Iowans everywhere. Dr. Deming was also awarded the St. George National Medal by the American Cancer Society for leadership in reducing the burden of cancer.Dr. Deming is also the founder of Above + Beyond Cancer, a nonprofit organization dedicated to elevating the lives of those touched by cancer. Dr. Deming has led cancer survivors on medical missions and inspirational mind-body-spirit pilgrimages to Mount Everest, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Machu Picchu. He is inspired by the courage and compassion of his patients and their families. His greatest ambition is to encourage others to pursue lives of meaning, purpose, passion, and compassion. Dr. Deming is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Astrocytoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Deming is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Cnos PC

    5708 Sunnybrook Ct, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hendrik Klopper is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Klopper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Hitchon is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Hitchon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Fractured Spine, Spinal Stenosis, Microvascular Decompression, and Laminectomy.

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    Advanced in Spinal Tumor
    Advanced in Spinal Tumor
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Satoshi Yamaguchi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Yamaguchi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Meningioma, Osteotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Sanford Sheldon Clinic

    800 Oak St., 
    Sheldon, IA 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    As a neurosurgeon, Dr. Scott Lim helps patients treat the injuries and conditions of the spine and brain. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Foot Drop, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Tumor, Ependymoma, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Lim is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Satoka Shidoh is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Shidoh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hemangiopericytoma, Brain Abscess, Spinal Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Mastoidectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 608, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Royce Woodroffe is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Woodroffe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Lordosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nahom Teferi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Teferi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemangioma, Syringobulbia, Bone Tumor, Vertebroplasty, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clayton Rosinski is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Rosinski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Tumor, Fractured Spine, Epidural Abscess, Laminectomy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center

    801 5th St, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grant Shumaker is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Shumaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 608, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Seaman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Seaman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Encephalocele, Chiari Malformation, Microvascular Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Kritikos is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Kritikos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Tumor, and Subdural Hematoma.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Dougherty is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Dougherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Apoplexy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Asad Lak is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Lak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tarlov Cysts, Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Thalamotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saul Wilson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringobulbia, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mario Zanaty is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Zanaty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Buatti is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Buatti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Ependymoma, Rhizotomy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mani Sandhu is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Sandhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Absence Seizure, Epilepsy, Spinal Fusion, and Mastoidectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jangbo Lee is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemangiopericytoma and Spinal Tumor.

    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Tumor
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shrestha Prabin is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Prabin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Tumor. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemangiopericytoma, Brain Abscess, Thrombophlebitis, Spinal Tumor, and Mastoidectomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Spinal Tumor?

    A spinal tumor is a growth of cells (mass) in or around the spinal cord.

    When should I see a Spinal Tumor doctor in Iowa, US?

    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 Spinal Tumor doctor in Iowa, US?

    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 Spinal Tumor doctors in Iowa, US?

    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 Spinal Tumor doctors in Iowa, US?

    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 Spinal Tumor doctor in Iowa, US?

    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 Spinal Tumor doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spinal 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 Spinal Tumor doctor in Iowa, US?

    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 Spinal 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 Spinal 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 Spinal Tumor doctors in Iowa, US?

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

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