Corewell Health Children’s in Southeast Michigan
A full team focused on you
For something as serious as brain or spine cancer, you need the best medical minds working together to give you the care you need. And you need it right away.
Our team of cancer and neuroscience specialists will share treatment options, answer any questions you might have, make recommendations, and define next steps. You will come away with the beginning of a personalized care plan you can discuss with loved ones and trusted advisors.
Learn how our team will care for you
From diagnosis to treatment, and every moment in between, we can fight brain and spine cancer together—with virtual care options and more than a dozen cancer centers across the state. Get a sense for our overall approach, including diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and more.
Types of tumors we treat
Ependymoma tumors
Rare brain and spinal cord tumors that start in the cells lining the fluid-filled spaces of the brain and spine. They can cause headaches, balance problems, or trouble moving.
Glioma tumors
A type of brain tumor that grows from cells called glial cells, which help support the brain. Some glioma tumors grow slowly, while others can be more aggressive.
Meningioma tumors
These tumors grow on the layers of tissue that cover the brain and spinal cord. Most are not cancerous, but they can press on the brain and cause headaches, vision problems, or memory issues.
Nerve sheath spine tumors
These tumors grow on the protective covering of nerves in the spine. They can cause pain, numbness, or weakness if they press on the nerves. Most are slow-growing and not cancerous.
Pituitary tumors
Growths that form in the pituitary gland at the base of the brain. While most pituitary tumors are non-cancerous (benign), some can be cancerous (malignant), though this is rare.
More information
Find detailed information on symptoms, diagnoses, and treatments below.
Brain and spine cancer symptoms
Diagnosing brain and spine cancer
Building a treatment plan around you
Pediatric cancer
We are at the forefront of delivering advanced forms of personalized medicine for childhood, adolescent, and young-adult cancer. And every day, the strength of the children we test and treat motivates us to do more.
Related specialties
Genetics
Learn about the robust genetic services we provide so you can make proactive and informed decisions for your health.
Rehabilitation
Gives patients ways to restore basic life functions and regain independence.
Neurosciences
Receive personalized, comprehensive care for epilepsy, movement disorders, spine and pain management, and stroke.
Genetics
Learn about the robust genetic services we provide so you can make proactive and informed decisions for your health.
Rehabilitation
Gives patients ways to restore basic life functions and regain independence.
Neurosciences
Receive personalized, comprehensive care for epilepsy, movement disorders, spine and pain management, and stroke.
Need deeper understanding?
Speak with a specialist to learn more or get a second opinion to confirm a diagnosis or to validate treatment.