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Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors

A nationally recognized leader in the fight against brain tumors, the Northwestern Medicine Lou and Jean Malnati Brain Tumor Institute of the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University at Northwestern Memorial Hospital offers patients individualized, compassionate care and the most advanced clinical trial and treatment options available.

Our Experts

Developing a comprehensive treatment plan leading to the best possible outcome and quality of life for each patient is a team effort for our world-renowned specialists.

MEET OUR EXPERTS BRAIN TUMOR CARE

James Chandler, MD with patient
Researchers in the lab

Our Research

By working closely with our scientists, physicians are able to design clinical trials that translate laboratory discoveries into new and improved therapies.

LEARN ABOUT OUR RESEARCH FIND A RELATED CLINICAL TRIAL

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Symptoms & Diagnosis

Learn more about the symptoms commonly associated with brain tumors and how our experts use state-of-the art technologies to diagnose tumors with accuracy and precision.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Maciej Lesniak, MD, conducting surgery

Tumor Types & Treatments

We consider many factors, including the type, size, pathology, molecular profile and location of your tumor, to develop a customized treatment plan for your needs.

LEARN ABOUT TREATMENT OPTIONS
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Patient Support

Learn about resources and services offered by our Supportive Oncology Team to help patients and their families cope with the challenges of cancer. Through our Cancer Survivorship Institute, support continues after treatment ends.

BRAIN TUMOR SUPPORT GROUP