Overview
I’m a pediatric hematologist and oncologist that treats children with cancer and non-malignant blood problems. Additionally, I work in the neurofibromatosis clinic where I collaborate with other outstanding care providers throughout Duke to care for patients with neurofibromatosis and related disorders. I strive to utilize the resources of the Duke system to improve the health of my patients. Working with kids is very inspiring. I love the way that they handle adversity with such courage. Their energy and hope really carries me through the day. When I meet a child and their family for the first time, I try to identify the key problems that are affecting their life and preventing them from doing things that are important to them. My goal is to make their life as normal as possible. Outside of work, I enjoy coaching youth soccer, playing ultimate frisbee, and spending time with my wife and our three kids.
Dr. Van Mater is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), RASopathies, and Legius Syndrome.
Dr. Van Mater is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. Dr. Van Mater is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Van Mater has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc
Priya Kishnani is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kishnani is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pompe Disease, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 3, Hypophosphatasia (HPP), Glycogen Storage Disease Type 9, and Splenectomy. Dr. Kishnani is currently accepting new patients.
Duke Cancer Center Brain Tumor Clinic
I am an academic adult and pediatric neuro-oncologist who helps lead The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke. I am the author of more than 500 peer-reviewed articles, reviews, and book chapters, and I have presented extensively at both international and national meetings. I am a committed educator who is a member of the executive and super-executive committees of the Duke University School of Medicine, which are responsible for the recruitment, screening and selection of medical students. I have reviewed grants for the National Institutes of Health for over 15 years, in a spectrum of different study sections. I am the senior editor of CNS Oncology and a reviewer for over 25 academic journals. I serve on the advisory board of a number of organizations, including Voices Against Brain Cancer, the Tug McGraw Foundation, Pinnacle Care, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, the National Children’s Cancer Society, and the American Brain Tumor Association. Dr. Friedman is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Brain Tumor. Dr. Friedman is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. Dr. Friedman is currently accepting new patients.
Joseph Muenzer is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Muenzer is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A). Dr. Muenzer is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David S. Van Mater
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David S. Van Mater?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David S. Van Mater by calling their office at 919-684-3401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David S. Van Mater a top-rated expert for Neurofibromatosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David S. Van Mater is classified as an Advanced expert for Neurofibromatosis, 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 S. Van Mater specialize in?
While Dr. David S. Van Mater is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and RASopathies. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. David S. Van Mater accept my insurance?
Dr. David S. Van Mater accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-3401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- NeurofibromatosisDr. Van Mater isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)Dr. Van Mater isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).
- Experienced
- Legius SyndromeDr. Van Mater isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- RASopathiesDr. Van Mater isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.