Dr. Cory Joseph

I am from Rockford, IL and I'm a general surgeon. I always thought I would be a cancer doctor but never a surgeon. It turns out I enjoyed operating. I enjoy the immediate gratification of surgical treatment whether it's removing an appendix, or fixing an incarcerated hernia. I love Durham, NC as does my wife and two children. We look forward to staying here for a very long time and being a part of this community. Dr. Fong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Choledocholithiasis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

Born in Boston, Massachusetts, I grew up mostly on the east coast of the United States. I went to college in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and medical school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I did my post-graduate training in New Haven and Hartford, Connecticut, and Madison, Wisconsin. I took my first academic position at Boston University and the Boston Medical Center during which I rose to the position of Associate Professor of Surgery and Chief of Surgical Critical Care. I was recruited back to the University of Wisconsin in 2012 where I became Division Chief of Trauma, Acute Care Surgery, Burn, and Surgical Critical Care. My wife, three daughters, and I are happy to meet the friendly people of the area and explore everything that North Carolina has to offer. Dr. Agarwal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Choledocholithiasis. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

My practice includes trauma surgery, surgical critical care, and general surgery. I see general surgery patients with a variety of issues, including gallbladder problems, hernias, intestinal problems, lipomas, and hemorrhoids as well as other issues. I emphasize communication and education when seeing patients. When you come to my office, we will form a treatment plan together that may include medication, an office procedure, or surgery. In any case, my staff and I will guide you through the process of treating your condition and your recovery. Being a part of Duke Health allows me to offer my patients the latest technology and evidence-based care. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Choledocholithiasis. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.