Expertise in
54
conditions

Dr. David R. Close

Oncology
4101 22nd Place, 
Lubbock, TX 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
54
conditions
4101 22nd Place, 
Lubbock, TX 

Overview

David Close is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lubbock, Texas.

Dr. Close is highly rated in 54 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Close is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TX

Hospital Affiliations

Covenant Hospital Plainview
Grace Surgical Hospital
Covenant Medical Center
Covenant Childrens Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Cigna
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • POS
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Wellcare
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
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  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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Western Sky Community Care
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Locations

4101 22nd Place, Lubbock, TX 79410

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.

1 Clinical Trials

Phase I/II Trial of Fenretinide/LXS Oral Powder (NSC 374551) Plus Ketoconazole in Recurrent Ovarian Cancer and Primary Peritoneal Carcinoma
Phase I/II Trial of Fenretinide/LXS Oral Powder (NSC 374551) Plus Ketoconazole in Recurrent Ovarian Cancer and Primary Peritoneal Carcinoma
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: August 27, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2

13 Total Publications

Preclinical characterization of AZD1163, a first-in-class anti-PAD2/4 bispecific antibody for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Preclinical characterization of AZD1163, a first-in-class anti-PAD2/4 bispecific antibody for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Journal: mAbs
Published: April 15, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David R. Close

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Is Dr. David R. Close a top-rated expert for Paget Disease of the Breast?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David R. Close is classified as an Distinguished expert for Paget Disease of the Breast, 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 R. Close specialize in?

While Dr. David R. Close is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Breast Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

Does Dr. David R. Close participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. David R. Close has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Paget Disease of the Breast. You can view a list of Dr. David R. Close's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. David R. Close accept my insurance?

Dr. David R. Close accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 806-725-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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