A group of brain and spine tumor specialists gather in front of a patient's brain scans at the weekly tumor board.

Cancers We Treat

Brain & Spine Tumors Care Team

Group photo of the Brain & Spine Cancer, or Neuro-oncology, team on the main Baptist MD Anderson staircase.

BRAIN & SPINE TUMORS

Meet Your Care Team

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, Baptist MD Anderson in Jacksonville, Fl is here to help. Our medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, nurses and specialists are some of the best in the Southeast. We’re here to offer you hope through compassionate care and the most advanced treatments.

Our team of neuro-oncology experts will precisely diagnose the type and progression of your cancer. We provide the latest, most researched treatment options, including clinical trial therapies and advanced technology.

Neurologic Oncology

Nurse Navigation

  • photo of Lisa  Huish, RN, MBA
    Lisa Huish, RN, MBA

    Nurse Navigator - Brain & Spine Cancer

Contact Us

If you have any questions, we have you covered. We have nurse navigators available to guide you through every step of your care. Request an appointment or speak to a nurse navigator by phone or online.

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A complete approach to care

360° Patient Care

Our patients benefit from an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach. That means your cancer team comes together to discuss your case on a regular basis. You have experts from every angle of cancer working on your treatment plan.

At our core, we believe in treating the whole person, not just the disease. Your care team includes social workers, psychologists, physical and occupational therapists, nutritionists, and chaplains, too. We also offer survivorship programs and support groups to care for your emotional well-being.

Support Services
smiling headshot of Travis Martin, brain tumor patient and survivor..

I never thought at 32 I’d be diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer, which is pretty bad from what I hear. But I’m here today so I’m pretty happy about it.

Travis's Story
smiling headshot of Travis Martin, brain tumor patient and survivor..

I never thought at 32 I’d be diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer, which is pretty bad from what I hear. But I’m here today so I’m pretty happy about it.

Travis's Story