Paul Marcom is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Marcom is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Breast Cancer in Men.

Kimberly Blackwell is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Blackwell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Agranulocytosis, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

I am a medical oncologist who primarily focuses on treating breast cancer. I’ve been at Duke Raleigh since 2007, and I also serve as the hospital’s chief medical officer. My favorite part of my job is the initial patient visit. It’s not unusual for patients to arrive for their appointment feeling fearful and anxious. I enjoy making them feel more comfortable and at ease with their diagnosis and treatment plan by the end of the visit. To further build that bond and trust, I encourage my patients to have full access to me, even on weekends or holidays, so I can help guide their treatment. I decided to become a doctor when I was 18 years old and heading to college. I felt that I would be passionate about taking care of people and my intuition turned out to be right. I am married to a physician and my oldest son is a medical school graduate, so medicine is now firmly in my family’s blood. Dr. Spiritos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

Robin Hardie is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hardie has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

Kelly Westbrook is an Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Westbrook has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

My interest in surgery came from a fascination in our ability to interrupt a disease process and the body’s ability to heal. I have dedicated my practice to surgical oncology of the breast, as I am passionate about helping women understand this complex and extremely personal diagnosis. Having walked through breast cancer with a family member, I recognize the importance of accurate risk assessment and informed decision making tailored to one’s own principles of health and wholeness. I am committed to providing compassionate care, alleviating fears of the unknown, and listening to the needs of my patients to obtain the best possible outcome. Dr. Rosenberger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Gastrostomy.

My clinical practice if focused on the care of patients with breast cancer, particularly those diagnosed at a younger age and those with recurrence in the central nervous system. I am committed to the care of patients with breast cancer brain metastases, and I am honored to serve as the Medical Director of the Brain and Spine Metastases Program in the Duke Cancer Center. In this role, our multidisciplinary team provides well-coordinated care for patients with breast cancer and other solid tumor types that have metastasized to the central nervous system. In addition, I enjoy helping young women diagnosed with breast cancer navigate their treatment decisions to ensure both excellent medical care and attention to individual challenges, such as future fertility, sequelae of treatment on longer-term health, and impact on current and future relationships. When not working, I enjoy running, reading, and traveling with my family. Dr. Anders is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Brain Tumor, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer.

I am a medical oncologist, a physician providing medical treatments to cancer patients, drawn to this field by the profound relationships we foster with our patients and the dynamic scientific advancements. Building individual connections allows us to tailor care to our patients' unique needs and accompany them throughout their journey. Additionally, we contribute to pioneering new treatments, offering hope and reduced treatment-related toxicity with each passing day. Outside of work, I find joy in traveling, knitting, and cherishing moments with family. Exploring North Carolina holds a special place in my heart, as I delight in discovering more about its intricacies. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

Jennifer Garst is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Garst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Garst is currently accepting new patients.

Jeremy Force is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Force is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Force is currently accepting new patients.

Maleka Ahmed is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ahmed has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

Linda Sutton is an Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sutton has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

I first started working with patients with breast cancer when I was in college through the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life program, and it truly shaped what I wanted to do in my career. I love being able to connect with my patients and their families and it is a privilege to be a part of their cancer care. Outside of medicine, I love exploring new types of foods and trying new restaurants with my husband. We also enjoy walking trails, going to the lake, and spending time with our family. Dr. Bansal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Breast Cancer.

I became interested in medicine after my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. I strive to provide individualized care to my patients, making sure that they understand their diagnosis and all treatment options. My goal is to get to know my patients by listening to their concerns, so we can make the best treatment decision together using my breast treatment expertise. Having gone though breast cancer treatment with my mom, I understand the impact of the diagnosis on the rest of the family. Treating breast cancer patients is my passion. I have special interest in treating young women with breast cancer, those with genetic mutation, and women with increased risk of breast cancer. I also pay attention to cosmetic outcomes while completing breast cancer surgery using oncoplastic techniques. I also perform nipple-sparing mastectomy whenever possible and utilizing new techniques such as minimally invasive robotic mastectomy and nipple sensation sparing mastectomies. When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Chiba is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Throughout my career, one fundamental principle has guided my approach to patient care. For each patient, I strive to provide the kind of care that I would want for my own family and bring my best expertise, judgment and empathy to guide patients to restore and maintain long-term health. I know that the work that I do isn’t just for the patients who I directly care for, but it affects the whole family. Being a mother and a wife helps bring that perspective to the work I do. I never lose sight of how important it is to treat the whole family and to recognize the effects of disease on it. I believe that Duke offers patients the best and most advanced care that they can get anywhere in the world. I’ve been touched by cancer in my life. Just being on the receiving end of health care makes you very sensitive about the things required for the patient to feel like they are getting the best possible care. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

I became interested in breast surgery, because it combined surgery with science and the ultimate multidisciplinary patient care. Being a breast surgeon also allows me to work with other specialties and combine our talents to provide patients with the compassion and excellence they deserve. I grew up with a passion for math and science, and my mother always thought medicine would be a good fit. I, however, needed a little more convincing. It wasn’t until medical school and my discovery of surgery that I was sold on the idea. In addition to patient care, I participate in research related to breast cancer, breast cancer risk assessment, and benign breast disease. Working with the Breast Risk Assessment Clinic, I am fortunate to have the opportunity to meet women with an increased risk of breast cancer and help them determine the best management strategy for their breast health. I also enjoy working with residents and students, helping to train the next generation of physicians. My husband, also a surgeon at Duke Health, and I love to try new restaurants and spend time with family and friends. Dr. Plichta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, Galactocoele, Mastectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Gregory Georgiade is a Plastic Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Georgiade is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer in Men, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Georgiade is currently accepting new patients.

Herbert Lyerly is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lyerly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Lyerly is currently accepting new patients.

James Vredenburgh is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Vredenburgh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Brain Tumor, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Michael Steinberg is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Steinberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Steinberg is currently accepting new patients.