Brian J. Duffy
Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
6
conditions

Overview

I’m pretty even-keeled. Because I wanted a profession I could have a lifelong passion for, and felt drawn since childhood toward medicine, I chose pediatric surgery. It’s fulfilling on a daily basis – not just the actual surgery, but also the opportunities to communicate with patients and families and establish bonds with them. For me, pediatric surgery is the most rewarding of all fields – for many reasons. Children are innocent, resilient, and fun to take care of. The kids I see are afflicted by an accident or bad luck, and it’s great to have a positive impact on them and their families. I feel strongly about spending time with parents – after all, they’re entrusting their child’s care to me and my team. It’s a privilege and a responsibility to establish a bond with them. I take this aspect of my work very seriously. I’m also passionate about doing the right thing, being a good family person, raising my kids to be wholesome children who grow up to be good, happy people. Recently I tied with another physician for the highest patient satisfaction score at Nemours. It’s not the kind of award you actively try to win – I didn’t even know I was competing at all – but it’s something I take pride in. It was a welcome surprise, and it’s satisfying to think I’ve made a positive impact on children and their families.

Dr. Duffy is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hirschsprung Disease, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, and Pectus Excavatum.

Dr. Duffy is board certified in Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, and Pediatric. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Duffy is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Surgery
Pediatrics
General Surgery

Licenses

Pediatric Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

Surgery
American Board Of Surgery
Pediatric

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AvMed
  • HMO
  • POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
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  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
QualChoice
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Simply Healthcare
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
UPMC
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  • PPO
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Locations

Nemours Children’s Health – Wilmington
1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE 19899

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.


3 Total Publications

Perineal Injury via Personal Watercraft Hydrostatic Jet: A Case Report.
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Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

1600 Rockland Road, 
Wilmington, DE 
 (0.1 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

Dr. Loren Berman is a pediatric general surgeon, an active researcher, and an author of peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. She enjoys training the next generation of pediatric surgeons. Another role she enjoys here at Nemours is working on maintaining quality and safety to deliver the highest quality of care. Even when I was a child, I was curious about the human body, how it works and why it sometimes doesn’t. The more I learned, the more I realized I wanted to know how to fix things that go wrong. I came upon surgery to do that in a very hands-on fashion. I like working with children, and find them to be full of energy, incredibly resilient and inspiring as patients. I also appreciate the chance to form relationships with their parents. Family-centered medicine is much more than a buzzword. Outcomes improve when the family is part of the care team. I enjoy helping that happen. I value the relationships that I build with kids and parents, and I see most of them again in follow-ups. I love taking care of babies — and supporting their families through what can be an intense time in their lives. Unlike many adult surgeons, my job doesn’t end with surgery. I will often see a family many times for follow-up visits. I get to know them well. I feel involved for the long-term.I also enjoy watching a resident grow and hearing from them once they are practicing surgeons and training other surgeons. I find joy in seeing the impact when I develop a standardized process to improve care and can see the improvement. One of my primary roles as a surgeon is to be a teacher. I am committed not only to helping my patients and their families understand their disease process but also to training future surgeons. There are a few people who have inspired me and really stand out in my life as role models. I hope to serve the same function for future generations. Dr. Berman is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Duodenal Atresia, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Appendicitis, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Berman is board certified in Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, and Pediatric. Dr. Berman is currently accepting new patients.

Expertise in
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Expertise in
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3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (22.4 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English

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Expertise in
2
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Pediatric Surgery
Expertise in
2
conditions
Pediatric Surgery
Referral may be required

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3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (22.4 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian J. Duffy is classified as an Advanced expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation, 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. Brian J. Duffy specialize in?

While Dr. Brian J. Duffy is a Pediatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hirschsprung Disease, and Total Intestinal Aganglionosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Surgery.

Does Dr. Brian J. Duffy participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Brian J. Duffy has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retroperitoneal Inflammation. You can view a list of Dr. Brian J. Duffy's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Brian J. Duffy accept my insurance?

Dr. Brian J. Duffy accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 302-651-5999 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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