25 of the Best Surgical Oncologists Near Me in pasadena, TX

Dr. Alastair Thompson is a surgical oncologist specializing in breast cancer. He is the Professor and Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology, Section of Breast Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, where he holds the Olga Keith Wiess Chair of Surgery. He also serves as Co-Director of the Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center and is Co-Associate Director for Clinical Research at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center.Dr. Thomspon’s clinical interests include: ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS); nipple and skin sparing mastectomy; breast conservation surgery; and sentinel lymph node biopsy. His research interests include: multidisciplinary patient care alongside “bench to bedside” studies; and innovative clinical trials in cancer. He initiated and led a successful breast cancer laboratory program; provided leadership for a cancer center in the United Kingdom; chaired the UK national breast cancer trials portfolio of 120 studies; and engaged in a range of pivotal roles in key drug, radiation therapy and surgical trials involving the UK, Europe, United States and Australia.Dr. Thompson also has preclinical and practical experience in the design, implementation, monitoring and reporting of early- to late-phase drug and medical device trials. Dr. Thompson received his MBChB in Medicine Surgery and medical degree in Molecular Biology from the University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh, Scotland. He completed his residency in general surgery at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and a Research Fellowship at the Imperial Cancer Research Fund in Edinburgh.Dr. Thompson has co-chaired the Comparison of Operative to Monitoring and Endocrine Therapy (COMET) Trial for low-risk DCIS; and the National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Breast Cancer Steering Committee proposed “no surgery” clinical trial planning committee. He is a member of the NCI BOLD taskforce and has held leadership positions in the Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium and SWOG Cancer Research Network.Dr. Thompson is also a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Association of Breast Surgery, British Association of Surgical Oncology, British Breast Group, American Society of Breast Surgeons, American Association for Cancer Research, Moynihan Chirurgical Club, and the Society of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Thompson is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

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 highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Brain Tumor, Astrocytoma, 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. Stacey Carter is a surgical oncologist specializing in the surgical care of patients with breast disease including breast cancer and benign breast disease. She is an Associate Professor of Surgery - Surgical Oncology and Director of Sub-Internship, Department of Surgery at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Carter’s clinical interests include: nipple and skin sparing mastectomy; mastectomy; breast surgery; breast conservation surgery; sentinel lymph node biopsy; targeted axillary dissection; breastfeeding complications; and granulomatous mastitis. She has a strong interest in oncoplastic surgery and works closely with the plastic surgery and reconstructive team at BCM to optimize aesthetic outcomes.Dr. Carter received her B.A. in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and her medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She completed her residency in general surgery at Baylor College of Medicine and a fellowship in breast surgical oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Carter is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Carter is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Angiosarcoma, and Mastectomy. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

Emily Keung is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Keung is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Melanoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Keung is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Akash Patel is Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Associate Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine. He also serves as Faculty Senator and Residency Program Director of Neurosurgery at BCM; and is a Member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center. A neurosurgeon in the treatment of both malignant and benign tumors of the brain and skull base, Dr. Patel focuses his research on determining the molecular underpinnings of inherited and sporadic forms of various brain tumors in an effort to develop targeted therapies to treat aggressive cases. His professional interests include: open and endoscopic surgery for malignant and benign brain tumors; skull base tumors; meningiomas, acoustic neuromas, and glioblastomas; brain tumor surgery in deep and eloquent brain regions; surgery and genetics of meningiomas and schwannomas; and neurofibromatosis. Dr. Patel received his medical degree from BCM after completing his undergraduate studies in Biochemistry at Rice University. He completed his residency at BCM. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgeons. Additionally, Dr. Patel is a member of the North American Skull Base Society, Texas Association of Neurological Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Awake Craniotomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Patel is board certified in Certification - Diplomate - American Board Of Neurological Surgeons; Memberships:Congress Of Neurological Surgeons; American Association Of Neurological Surgeons; Texas Associations Of Neurological Surgeons; North American Skull Base Society. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Scally is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Scally is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Naruhiko Ikoma is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ikoma is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Thomas Aloia is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Aloia is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Liver Cancer, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Hepatectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

Brian Bednarski is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bednarski is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Lymphadenectomy, and Endoscopy.

Hop Tran-Cao is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tran-Cao is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Michael Kim is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Sherry Lim is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lim is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Lim is currently accepting new patients.

Tarik Sammour is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sammour is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Hemorrhoidectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Sarah Fisher is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fisher is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Pheochromocytoma, Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome, and Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.

Roi Weiser is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Weiser is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Breast Cancer, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Noah Rozich is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Webster, Texas. Dr. Rozich is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Rozich is currently accepting new patients.

Nestor Esnaola is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Esnaola is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenchymoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Esnaola is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Sasaki is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Webster, Texas. Dr. Sasaki is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Intraductal Papilloma. Dr. Sasaki is currently accepting new patients.

Derek Erstad is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Erstad is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Liposarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Erstad is currently accepting new patients.

Yun Song is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Song is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Primary Carnitine Deficiency, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Songphol Malakorn is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Malakorn is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Fasciotomy.

Ashley Holder is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Holder is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Liposarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Tissue Biopsy.

Ohio native Dr. Casey Duncan earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she competed as a four-year member of the Varsity Women’s Swim Team, receiving the Outstanding Female Student-Athlete Award for the athlete with the highest GPA. She went on to pursue her medical degree at The Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus. She completed her residency in general surgery at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, where she also earned a master’s degree in clinical research, followed by a fellowship in surgical oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Duncan, who is board certified in general surgery and surgical oncology, treats adult patients 18 years and older. Her primary clinical interests include skin cancer, soft tissue sarcoma, gastric cancer and breast cancer. Her practice is characterized by timely, personal care with an emphasis on quality of life. Her patients appreciate the time she spends with them, getting to know them, their interests and what is important to them, as well as making sure they understand the diagnosis and treatment plan. A resident of Bellaire, Dr. Duncan is married and the mother of two children. In her leisure time, she enjoys baking, exercising, spending time with her children, traveling and all things Disney. Her clinical expertise encompasses Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Mesenchymoma, Angiosarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Duncan is currently accepting new patients.

Aviad Hoffman is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. His clinical expertise encompasses Liposarcoma, Breast Cancer, Myxoid Liposarcoma, and Colorectal Cancer.

Jessica Lie is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Endoscopy.