
Overview
I am a radiation oncologist specializing in the treatment of head and neck cancers. I am passionate about helping patients to navigate the life changes surrounding the diagnosis and treatment for head and neck cancers. I chose a career in oncology because I empathize with patients and families owing to my own, close, family member's journey with cancer. My research interests include investigating new ways to make head and neck radiation better-tolerated. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, trying new foods, and watching cat videos.
Dr. Yu is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), and Neuroepithelioma.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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20 Duke Medicine Cir, 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.
David Kirsch is a Radiation Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kirsch is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Kirsch is currently accepting new patients.
Lewis Sulman is a Radiation Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sulman is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
Duke Cancer Center
I'm a radiation oncologist, and I specialize in treating brain, base of skull and spine tumors, as well as tumors that arise in the body but go to the brain or the spine, as in certain cases of lung, breast and kidney cancer and melanoma. When I meet with a patient, it’s important for me to introduce them and their family to our team of doctors, therapists, nurses and treatment planners. The patient and their family will also become members of this team – truly the most important part - so we can work together to tailor care based on their wants and needs. At Duke, we’ve developed techniques to precisely and accurately treat small, complex lesions and tumors. We can minimize the amount of radiation that goes into normal tissues and at the same time maximize the amount of radiation where it is needed. Our team is geared to delivering every treatment to each patient exactly as planned, especially in complicated and difficult situations. As a patient or a physician, I think there’s no better place to be than Duke. I love my work, feel honored that my patients place their trust in our team and me and work hard to earn that trust. Dr. Kirkpatrick is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Glioma, Astrocytoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Esther Yu
Is Dr. Esther Yu a top-rated expert for Astrocytoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Esther Yu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Astrocytoma, 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. Esther Yu specialize in?
While Dr. Esther Yu is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Esther Yu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Esther Yu has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Astrocytoma. You can view a list of Dr. Esther Yu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Esther Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Esther Yu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly 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.
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- Distinguished
- AstrocytomaDr. Yu isDistinguished. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- GlioblastomaDr. Yu isDistinguished. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Yu isDistinguished. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Yu isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
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- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Yu isAdvanced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Brain TumorDr. Yu isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Diencephalic SyndromeDr. Yu isAdvanced. Learn about Diencephalic Syndrome.
- EpendymomaDr. Yu isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- GliomaDr. Yu isAdvanced. Learn about Glioma.
- MeningiomaDr. Yu isAdvanced. Learn about Meningioma.
- Experienced
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Bone TumorDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Breast CancerDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- ChordomaDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Chordoma.

