
Overview
I graduated from Harvard University (BA) and the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University (MD). I received training in General Surgery and Thoracic Surgery at Duke University Medical Center. After completing a Fellowship in Thoracic Surgical Oncology at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, I joined the faculty at Duke University Medical Center. I am currently Professor and Vice Chairman of Surgery, Chief of the Section of General Thoracic Surgery, Director of the Training Program in Thoracic Surgery, and Chief Medical Officer of the Duke Cancer Institute. I specialize in the surgical management of lung cancer and esophageal cancer, with a focus on minimally invasive thoracic surgery. As Vice Chair of Surgery, I am responsible for the development of technology and innovation in the Department. As Director of the Thoracic Oncology Program of the Duke Cancer Institute, I supervise the clinical and research programs in lung cancer and esophageal cancer. I am also involved in improving safety and quality in cancer care, as a member of the Duke Safety and Quality Committee.
Dr. Damico is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
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Locations
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Duke University Health System Inc
I have the privilege of treating patients with both benign and malignant conditions of the chest. While in college at Georgia Tech, I envisioned a career as a biomedical engineer. What I quickly learned, however, was that I was more interested in patients and their medical problems than developing the technology to care for them. During my medical education and training, I learned not only how to become a surgeon, but also learned the value of teamwork and family in caring for patients. As a thoracic surgeon, one of the best and most important aspects of my job is being able to establish a relationship with my patients and their families, working together to help them through their illness. Dr. Tong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Adenocarcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Vagotomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.
Rex Physicians LLC
Albert Chang is a Thoracic Surgeon in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Chang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Thymectomy.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Ara Vaporciyan is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Vaporciyan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Esophageal Cancer, Thrombectomy, and Nephrectomy.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Damico isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Damico isDistinguished. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Damico isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Damico isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Damico isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Damico isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Advanced
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Damico isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Damico isAdvanced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- MesotheliomaDr. Damico isAdvanced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Damico isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Stomach CancerDr. Damico isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Subcutaneous EmphysemaDr. Damico isAdvanced. Learn about Subcutaneous Emphysema.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Damico isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Damico isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Damico isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Damico isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- Chylous AscitesDr. Damico isExperienced. Learn about Chylous Ascites.
- Congenital Arteriovenous ShuntDr. Damico isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt.
