Conditions, Category 03

Neuro-Oncology: Advanced Brain & Spine Tumor Care

Fellowship-trained management of brain tumors, spine tumors, metastatic disease, and neurological complications of cancer.

* Board-certified neurologist and fellowship-trained neuro-oncologist* On-site MRI, EEG, EMG, and infusion therapy* Lake Mary care for patients across Central Florida

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Lake Mary, FL

Conditions we evaluate

Expert diagnosis and care for neuro-oncology concerns

Fellowship-trained management of brain tumors, spine tumors, metastatic disease, and neurological complications of cancer.

01

Brain tumors

Common concerns include Brain tumors, Glioblastoma and glioma.

  • Brain tumors
  • Glioblastoma and glioma

02

Metastatic brain lesions

Common concerns include Metastatic brain lesions, Spine oncology concerns.

  • Metastatic brain lesions
  • Spine oncology concerns

03

Treatment-related complications

Common concerns include Treatment-related complications, Tumor-related seizures.

  • Treatment-related complications
  • Tumor-related seizures

04

Cognitive or behavioral changes

Common concerns include Cognitive or behavioral changes, Cancer-related neuropathy.

  • Cognitive or behavioral changes
  • Cancer-related neuropathy

What happens during evaluation

What happens during your neuro-oncology evaluation

Neuro-oncology care needs both clinical precision and calm guidance. Dr. Sherif Makar’s fellowship training helps Charis Neurology evaluate brain tumors, spine tumors, metastatic disease, tumor-related seizures, and neurological symptoms related to cancer or treatment.

01

Records review

Prior scans, pathology, treatment records, and symptoms are reviewed in context.

02

Neurologic exam

Cognition, strength, balance, sensory function, and treatment effects are assessed.

03

Imaging

On-site MRI or coordinated advanced imaging helps clarify next steps.

04

Care plan

We coordinate neurology, oncology, radiation, and survivorship needs.

When to Seek Help

When to Seek Help, Even If Symptoms Seem Mild

Many neurological symptoms start subtly. A focused evaluation can clarify what is happening before symptoms become harder to manage.

01

Brain tumors

These symptoms are worth discussing with a neurologist, especially when they are new, worsening, recurring, or affecting daily life.

  • Brain tumors
  • Glioblastoma and glioma
  • Metastatic brain lesions

02

Spine oncology concerns

These symptoms are worth discussing with a neurologist, especially when they are new, worsening, recurring, or affecting daily life.

  • Spine oncology concerns
  • Treatment-related complications
  • Tumor-related seizures

03

Cognitive or behavioral changes

These symptoms are worth discussing with a neurologist, especially when they are new, worsening, recurring, or affecting daily life.

  • Cognitive or behavioral changes
  • Cancer-related neuropathy
  • Neurological symptoms related to cancer

Related care

Services that often connect to this visit

Neurological symptoms rarely fit into one box. These related services keep evaluation and treatment coordinated.

01

Head & Brain

Migraine, memory, seizures, and stroke recovery care.

02

Nerves & Movement

Neuropathy, MS, Parkinson's, tremor, gait, and balance care.

04

Diagnostics & Treatment

MRI, EEG, EMG, infusion therapy, Botox, and treatment planning.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Still have a question? Call us at (407) 603-1633. Our team will follow up during business hours.

Neuro-oncology care includes evaluation and management of brain tumors, glioblastoma, metastatic brain lesions, spine tumors, tumor-related seizures, cognitive or behavioral changes, and neurological complications of cancer or cancer treatment.

Yes. Dr. Sherif Makar is a board-certified neurologist and fellowship-trained neuro-oncologist, allowing Charis Neurology to manage complex brain and spine tumor concerns in Lake Mary.

Yes. We can review prior imaging, symptoms, pathology or treatment records, and explain what the findings may mean and what next steps should be considered.

Yes. When needed, we coordinate with oncology, radiation oncology, neurosurgery, and other treating clinicians while keeping neurological symptoms and quality of life in focus.

New headaches, seizures, weakness, balance changes, confusion, personality or memory changes, vision changes, or new numbness should be evaluated promptly.

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