Overview
I am a general surgeon with a focus on abdominal disorders, such as peptic ulcer disease, gallbladder disease, and hernias. I use minimally-invasive techniques, such as laparoscopy and robotics, to help speed up recovery for my patients. I believe in working closely with my patients to make sure they understand their health issues and treatment options to figure out the best plan for them as an individual. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife who is a pediatrician and our son. We like cooking, exercising, and getting to see friends.
Dr. Michaels is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Michaels is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 23 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Michaels is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
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.
Duke Cancer Center
I am a cancer surgeon who specializes in treating patients with pre-cancerous and cancerous conditions of the pancreas, liver, bile ducts, stomach, and adrenal glands. I initially trained and practiced at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. During this time, I served one year on a forward surgical team in Iraq. Following this service, I practiced for 13 years as a surgical oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. In 2018, I joined the faculty at Duke University and now serve as the chief of surgical oncology for Duke Health. I enjoy getting to know my patients and delivering the highest quality of cancer care. I am dedicated not only to treating and curing your cancer, but also providing you with the highest quality of life. Operations for cancers within the abdomen are a serious undertaking, and I am committed to making sure that they are performed with the highest level of expertise. Dr. Allen is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Allen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Nancy Perrier is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Perrier is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Jean Vauthey is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Vauthey is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Liver Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alex D. Michaels
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alex D. Michaels?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alex D. Michaels by calling their office at 919-681-1400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alex D. Michaels a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Removal?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alex D. Michaels is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallbladder Removal, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alex D. Michaels specialize in?
While Dr. Alex D. Michaels is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Removal, Hernia, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Alex D. Michaels participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alex D. Michaels has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Removal. You can view a list of Dr. Alex D. Michaels's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alex D. Michaels accept my insurance?
Dr. Alex D. Michaels accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-1400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Michaels isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- HerniaDr. Michaels isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Experienced
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Michaels isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Michaels isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gastric BypassDr. Michaels isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Michaels isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- ObesityDr. Michaels isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Michaels isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Michaels isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.