Malcolm R. Debaun
Experienced in Fractured Spine

Dr. Malcolm R. Debaun

Orthopedics
Duke Health
Duke University Hospital
2301 Erwin Rd, 
Durham, NC 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Experienced in Fractured Spine
Duke Health
Duke University Hospital
2301 Erwin Rd, 
Durham, NC 
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Overview

I have been blessed with the opportunity to serve my community. I specialize in treating fractures of the upper and lower extremity as well as in the pelvis/acetabulum and periarticular injuries. I love to manage the most challenging cases for patients, including complex fracture revision surgery, nonunion, malunion, and osteomyelitis. In addition, I also specialize in adult limb lengthening and deformity correction. I believe in the restoration of anatomy after injury using biomechanical principles and minimally invasive techniques for maximum clinical benefit to the patient. My surgeries utilize the most cutting-edge technology, techniques, and implants to create the best possible outcome for my patients. My goal is to return my patients to their pre-injury lifestyle and promote mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.

Dr. Debaun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fractured Spine. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Hip Replacement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 90 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 3 articles in the study of Fractured Spine.

Specialties
Orthopedics
Licenses
Orthopaedic Trauma in WA
Board Certifications
American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - General
Fellowships
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery, Harborview Medical Center (Washington), Bioengineering, Stanford University (California)
Hospital Affiliations
Duke University Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

Duke University Hospital
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
Call: 919-684-8111
Other Locations
Duke Orthopaedic Trauma Clinic - Clinic 1H
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Call: 919-668-6600

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


90 Total Publications

What is Antibiotic Stewardship in Orthopaedics in 2025?
What is Antibiotic Stewardship in Orthopaedics in 2025?
Journal: Instructional course lectures
Published: November 25, 2025
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I have more than 25 years of experience treating patients of all ages with spinal disorders. I have had an interest in the management of spinal disorders since starting my medical education. I performed residencies in both orthopaedic surgery and neurosurgery to gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire range of spinal disorders. My goal has been to find innovative ways to manage the range of spinal conditions, straightforward to complex. I have a focus on managing patients with complex spinal disorders. My patient evaluation and management philosophy is to provide engaged, compassionate care that focuses on providing the simplest and least aggressive treatment option for a particular condition. In many cases, non-operative treatment options exist to improve a patient’s symptoms. I have been actively engaged in clinical research to find the best ways to manage spinal disorders in order to achieve better results with fewer complications. Dr. Shaffrey is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fractured Spine. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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