Overview
My particular area of interest is what we call structural heart disease in adults. That usually involves valve problems, things like muscle bound hearts, tumors of the heart or sometimes arrhythmias. Another area of interest for me is minimally invasive surgery, which involves entering the heart area through the ribs on the side rather than through the breast bone, either manually with a camera or robotically. Surgeons are very hands-on people. We like doing things. But most of all we like helping people, talking with patients and their families, and helping them make up their minds about whether to have a procedure done, what kind of procedure to have, and helping them get through the procedure afterwards. That’s what we really enjoy doing. That’s really satisfying.
Dr. Glower is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Dr. Glower is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 129 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Glower is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
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.
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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 clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Allen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Nancy Perrier is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Perrier is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Jean Vauthey is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Vauthey is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Liver Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Donald D. Glower
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Donald D. Glower?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Donald D. Glower by calling their office at 919-681-1300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Donald D. Glower a top-rated expert for Heart Valve Repair?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Donald D. Glower is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Valve Repair, 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. Donald D. Glower specialize in?
While Dr. Donald D. Glower is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Valve Repair, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Pacemaker Implantation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Donald D. Glower participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Donald D. Glower has published 129 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Valve Repair. You can view a list of Dr. Donald D. Glower's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Donald D. Glower accept my insurance?
Dr. Donald D. Glower accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-1300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Glower isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Glower isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Glower isAdvanced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Experienced
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Glower isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- NecrosisDr. Glower isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Glower isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)