Joshua B. Parsons
Experienced in Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)

Dr. Joshua B. Parsons

Infectious Disease
Duke Health
Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K
40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
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Experienced in Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)
Duke Health
Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K
40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
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Overview

I’m a board-certified Infectious diseases physician with a focus on diagnosing and managing complex infections caused by viruses, fungi and bacterial. This includes antimicrobial-resistant organisms, HIV, and non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections. I’m dedicated to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best possible outcomes. In addition to clinical work, I’m involved in research to advance the field of infectious diseases. My approach is rooted in prevention, precision, and compassionate care.

Dr. Parsons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA). His top areas of expertise are Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Sepsis, Streptococcal Group B Infection, and Endocarditis.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 36 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 4 articles in the study of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

Specialties
Infectious Disease
Fellowships
Infectious Diseases, Duke University
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Duke Regional Hospital
Duke University Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Call: 919-668-3197

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.


36 Total Publications

Female Sex and Mortality in Patients With Gram-Negative Bacteremia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Female Sex and Mortality in Patients With Gram-Negative Bacteremia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Journal: JAMA network open
Published: November 13, 2025
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Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
 (0.1 miles away)
919-668-3197
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

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