Overview
David Overby is a General Surgeon in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Dr. Overby is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
460 Waterstone Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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 top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.
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UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David Overby
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David Overby?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David Overby by calling their office at 919-595-5901. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David Overby a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David Overby is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hernia, 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. David Overby specialize in?
While Dr. David Overby is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, and Umbilical Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. David Overby participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David Overby has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. David Overby's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David Overby accept my insurance?
Dr. David Overby accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-595-5901 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- HerniaDr. Overby isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Advanced
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Overby isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Overby isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Experienced
- CellulitisDr. Overby isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Overby isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- EndoscopyDr. Overby isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Overby isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Overby isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GallstonesDr. Overby isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.