Derek G. Southwell
Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Derek G. Southwell

Neurosurgery
40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
4
conditions
40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 

Overview

I was drawn to neurosurgery during medical school when I first witnessed the unusually direct and positive impacts it could make for patients. At Duke Health, I now provide surgical treatments to people affected by epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. My background as a surgeon certainly shapes my interactions with my patients, yet I identify them and also myself more as somebody's sibling, friend, neighbor, and daughter or son. I strive to emphasize our shared perspectives because I believe they lead to the foundations of good care: empathy, respect, clear communication, and a strong focus on patient well-being and safety.

Dr. Southwell is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.

Dr. Southwell is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Southwell is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in ID

Board Certifications

American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Duke Regional Hospital
Duke University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Ambetter
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Piedmont
  • HMO
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Southwell 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.

Deep Brain Stimulation
Brain Tumor
Essential Tremor
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek G. Southwell

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek G. Southwell?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek G. Southwell by calling their office at 919-681-1700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Derek G. Southwell a top-rated expert for Seizures?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek G. Southwell is classified as an Advanced expert for Seizures, 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. Derek G. Southwell specialize in?

While Dr. Derek G. Southwell is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Derek G. Southwell accept my insurance?

Dr. Derek G. Southwell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-1700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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