I am a medical oncologist and researcher who specializes in treating patients with lung cancer and head and neck cancer. I’ve been at Duke for eight years. I first realized I wanted to become a doctor in graduate school, because it gave me the opportunity to practically apply scientific evidence to help others. What I love most about my job is working with our research and clinical staff to come up with new and hopeful therapies for patients. When a patient comes to see me, I look at their past and current medical history, review their lab tests, and then work with a team to figure out which treatment would work best for them. If a patient comes from far away, we try to make sure we can fit in visits with all the relevant specialists before they leave. Outside of work, I enjoy exercising with friends and spending time with my children at their various activities. Dr. Ready is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

As an otolaryngologist, I treat people with common ear, nose, and throat complaints, including enlarged thyroid gland, hoarseness, and swallowing difficulties. I also do complex reconstructive surgeries following trauma or cancer operations. I specialize in caring for patients with cancer of the facial skin, mouth, throat, thyroid, salivary glands, and voice box. When my dad had cancer, seeing the amazing care he received made me want to treat this wonderful patient population. I love getting to know my patients on a personal level and establishing real relationships with them during the years that I follow them. Outside of work, I enjoy cycling, pencil sketches, reading, and spending time with my son and my grandson. Dr. Cannon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

I feel very blessed to have a profession that allows me to serve patients with both cancerous and non-cancerous diseases of the head and neck. As a head and neck surgeon, I carefully weigh the risks and benefits of treatment — working with our team to maximize the chance for cure while maintaining the highest quality of life. As a physician, my approach to patient care includes addressing one's physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs and well-being. My research endeavors strive to improve the care we provide to patients with head and neck cancers. I have had a research program in tumor immunotherapy. I am active in addressing global health needs, being involved with regular humanitarian mission trips throughout the world. I am also active in training the next generation of surgeons that are able to address and solve challenges in an ethical and virtuous way. I have, along with my colleagues, developed and instituted a virtue-based approach to residency training that will meet this need. When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and four kids in a variety of activities. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, Melanoma, Tongue Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, and Myringotomy.

Hearing and balance are among the most fundamental ways people interact with the world. As an ENT doctor, otologist, and neurotologist, I am very fortunate to work in a profession that allows me to help patients having problems with these most basic functions. Every patient I work with presents a unique and challenging problem that needs a creative solution. Whether is it surgery to remove a complex tumor at the base of the skull, placing a cochlear implant to restore hearing to the deaf, or diagnosing a complex balance problem, I am motivated to work with my patients to come up with a custom solution to their personal problem. I measure my success by my patients’ improvement and satisfaction. Dr. Kaylie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Hearing Loss, Mastoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

I focus on treating patients with head and neck cancer, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, and maxillofacial trauma. I also have interests in microvascular (free flap) reconstruction, transoral robotic surgery, salivary endoscopy and medical education. I was privileged to do my residency training here at Duke and look forward to bringing my energy, dedication and leadership to our group. Dr. Kahmke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

Dr. Nadia Wang is a dermatologist and dermatopathologist, serving Durham,Chapel Hill, and Cary, NC and surrounding areas. She attended the seven-yearLiberal Arts/Medical Education Program at Boston University, where she earnedboth her undergraduate and medical degrees.Dr. Wang completed a dermatology residency at University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She then completed a dermatopathology fellowship at New York University, where she also served as an assistant professor of dermatology. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Actinic Keratosis, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Prurigo Nodularis.

Ramon Esclamado is an Otolaryngologist and a Surgical Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Esclamado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Thyroid Nodule, Tissue Biopsy, and Thyroidectomy.

We live in a noisy world, one in which sound and our hearing abilities shape the way we communicate and interact with one another. As an ear, nose, and throat doctor and otologist, I am privileged to provide medical and surgical care to patients with ear diseases and disorders of hearing and balance, including cochlear implants and other implantable hearing devices. Every patient presents their own unique circumstances and challenges, and I am committed to providing empathetic and individualized care to meet a patient’s unique needs. I value a strong relationship with my patients and try to treat every patient as I would my own family. As a clinician-scientist with interests in the fundamental mechanisms of hearing and verbal communication, I try to bring the same level of inquisitiveness to solving my patient’s problems that I use in all aspects of my professional life. When not seeing patients, I spend my research time trying to better understand how we hear and finding better ways to improve hearing and communication. Dr. Eliades is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Vertigo, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, DFNB1, and Myringotomy.

Being a physician fulfills my lifelong desire to be of service. I am fulfilled every day by helping to improve my patients’ quality of life through the diagnosis and treatment of ear diseases and skull base disorders. I take great pride in the mastery of my craft and the high standard of our teams. As an ENT doctor, otologist, and neurotologist, I enjoy serving patients of all ages from infancy to the senior years, and my expertise spans the full range of the medical and surgical management of complex ear diseases, balance disorders, and hearing disorders -- including performing cochlear implant surgery in adults and children. I value the development of strong patient-doctor relationships and am guided by the belief that every patient deserves the same compassion and high standards as I would expect for my own family. I am guided by gratitude, faith, and commitment in my professional life and in my role as a husband of over 20 years and father of a daughter and son. Dr. Francis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Mastoidectomy, and Endoscopy.

David Ollila is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Ollila is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Breast Cancer, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Ollila is currently accepting new patients.

Jeffrey Blumberg is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Blumberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngeal Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Blumberg is currently accepting new patients.

Nicholas Thompson is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Thompson has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Schwannoma, and Acoustic Neuroma. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

Catherine Lumley is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Lumley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Tongue Cancer, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lumley is currently accepting new patients.

Trevor Hackman is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hackman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Salivary Gland Tumors, Sialadenitis, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hackman is currently accepting new patients.