Overview
Douglas Tyler is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Tyler is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Liposarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Cystectomy. Dr. Tyler is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 154 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
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.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Christina Roland is a Surgical Oncologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Roland is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
David Ollila is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Ollila is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Breast Cancer, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Ollila is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Douglas S. Tyler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas S. Tyler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Douglas S. Tyler by calling their office at 984-974-7198. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Douglas S. Tyler a top-rated expert for Melanoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Douglas S. Tyler is classified as an Elite expert for Melanoma, 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. Douglas S. Tyler specialize in?
While Dr. Douglas S. Tyler is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Cystectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Douglas S. Tyler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Douglas S. Tyler has published 154 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Douglas S. Tyler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Douglas S. Tyler accept my insurance?
Dr. Douglas S. Tyler accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 984-974-7198 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
- Elite
- MelanomaDr. Tyler isElite. Learn about Melanoma.
- Distinguished
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Tyler isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Advanced
- CystectomyDr. Tyler isAdvanced. Learn about Cystectomy.
- LiposarcomaDr. Tyler isAdvanced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Merkel Cell CarcinomaDr. Tyler isAdvanced. Learn about Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Tyler isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- AcrospiromaDr. Tyler isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Tyler isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Tyler isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Tyler isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Bone TumorDr. Tyler isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.