The Neuro-Oncology Program at Tampa General Hospital provides comprehensive, multi-specialty treatment for tumors of the brain, spine, and peripheral nervous system. This program is the collaborative effort of numerous surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, interventional radiologists, nurse practitioners, neuro-diagnostic technicians, and supportive care professionals.

Chondrosarcoma is an uncommon type of bone tumor that forms in cartilage, the smooth connective tissue that protects the ends of bones. Most often, the cancer originates in the hip, pelvis or shoulder, although it can also occur in the knee, skull, spine, windpipe (trachea) or ribs.