I am a medical oncologist specializing in bone and soft tissue cancers called sarcomas. Sarcomas occur throughout the body, so I collaborate closely with colleagues from other specialties in a multidisciplinary team. I view my role in caring for someone's cancer as as privilege and strive to work together with each patient to ensure the best treatment decisions are made, all the while embracing each person's uniqueness as an individual. I see adult patients of all ages, but have a particular interest in the unique challenges facing a young adults with cancer. When I'm not working, you can find me exploring the outdoors with my family, traveling, and cooking. Dr. Grilley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, and Fibrosarcoma.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

Jameel Muzaffar is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Muzaffar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma, Mastoidectomy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Muzaffar is currently accepting new patients.

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 Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

I am a radiation oncologist, who specializes in treating head and neck and skin cancers. I chose this career path after watching an amazing friend receive treatment for a voice-box tumor. Her experience inspired me to dedicate my life to helping people like her. The relationships I develop with my patients, their families, and the clinical team are key to clinical success. By educating my patients about their cancers and treatment options, answering questions, and working together to develop a treatment plan, I empower my patients and provide the support they need to get through their treatments. I value being part of a skilled multidisciplinary team focused on providing compassionate and top-notched clinical care. I strive to constantly improve head and neck cancer treatments and am grateful to be able to offer cutting-edge clinical trials options to my patients. Outside of work, I treasure time with my family typically spent in outdoor activities including hiking, biking, camping, backpacking, running, kayaking, skiing, traveling, and playing/watching sports. We enjoy being active in the community and engaging in good causes. Dr. Robbins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Melanoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Angiosarcoma.

I enjoy taking care of patients with tumors, both benign and malignant, in the head and neck, including skin cancer. I will shoot it to you straight, help guide you through the process, and make sure you leave with all your questions answered. I have an easy-breezy bedside manner and most patients leave with a smile on their faces. When I am not taking care of patients, you will find me in my research laboratory where I seek to improve clinical outcomes in the cancer patients I treat. For fun, I am an avid equestrian, and I try to ride 2-3 times a week. I love to cook and entertain family and friends. Dr. Watts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Autonomic Neuropathy, Hyperventilation, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), and Laryngectomy.

I'm a radiation oncologist, and I specialize in treating brain, base of skull and spine tumors, as well as tumors that arise in the body but go to the brain or the spine, as in certain cases of lung, breast and kidney cancer and melanoma. When I meet with a patient, it’s important for me to introduce them and their family to our team of doctors, therapists, nurses and treatment planners. The patient and their family will also become members of this team – truly the most important part - so we can work together to tailor care based on their wants and needs. At Duke, we’ve developed techniques to precisely and accurately treat small, complex lesions and tumors. We can minimize the amount of radiation that goes into normal tissues and at the same time maximize the amount of radiation where it is needed. Our team is geared to delivering every treatment to each patient exactly as planned, especially in complicated and difficult situations. As a patient or a physician, I think there’s no better place to be than Duke. I love my work, feel honored that my patients place their trust in our team and me and work hard to earn that trust. Dr. Kirkpatrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Glioma, Astrocytoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

When someone is faced with a diagnosis of lung cancer, they may be going through surgery, radiation treatment, chemotherapy or enrolling in a clinical trial. It’s a very complicated process to understand what’s involved and what may happen next. It’s also hard to hear all the answers if you’re by yourself. We encourage our patients to come with family members and friends and loved ones and particularly to identify one or two main go-to people in terms of care-giving and support. That way we can engage them in the whole process. Just as we have a team taking care of the patient, the patient has a team, too. At Duke, we have the opportunity to engage patients in the very latest treatment approaches, whether it’s a new surgical technique, the latest radiation approach, or some novel chemotherapy, immunology, or targeted therapy, several of which we’ve been developing. Duke provides patients with a real opportunity that they may not have elsewhere. Dr. Crawford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

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 Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, Melanoma, Tongue Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, 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 Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

David Brizel is a Radiation Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Brizel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Laryngeal Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, and Thyroid Cancer. Dr. Brizel is currently accepting new patients.

Jessica Lee is a Radiation Oncologist and a Radiologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lee has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma, and Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

Aman Opneja is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Opneja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome. Dr. Opneja is currently accepting new patients.

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 Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Thyroid Nodule, Tissue Biopsy, and Thyroidectomy.

Sheila Ryan is an Otolaryngologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Ruptured Eardrum.

Rupali Shah is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Subglottic Stenosis, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Weissler is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Weissler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

Trevor Hackman is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hackman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. 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.

Wendell Yarbrough is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Yarbrough is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Frey's Syndrome, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Glossectomy. Dr. Yarbrough is currently accepting new patients.

Catherine Lumley is an Otolaryngologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Lumley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma. 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.