Dr. Hiroshi Date
Overview
I am a general thoracic surgeon specializing in the treatment of thoracic malignancies such as lung cancer, as well as lung transplantation for patients with end-stage lung diseases. For cancer surgery, I offer minimally invasive approaches—including robotic-assisted and thoracoscopic surgery—that promote faster recovery and reduce postoperative pain. In cases of advanced cancer, I take a multidisciplinary approach, collaborating closely with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and other specialists to provide comprehensive care. Lung transplantation has been the central focus of my career. I have witnessed firsthand the remarkable recovery of patients once debilitated by severe dyspnea. I am honored to be part of the Duke Lung Transplant Program, which has performed more than 2,600 lung transplants, making it the largest program of its kind in the United States. Before joining Duke, I practiced in Japan, where I personally performed more than 400 lung transplants, including 180 living-donor lung transplants—the largest such experience in the world.
Dr. Date is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Thymic Epithelial Tumor, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 620 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
40 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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hiroshi Date
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hiroshi Date?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Hiroshi Date 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. Hiroshi Date a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hiroshi Date is classified as an Elite expert for Lung Cancer, 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. Hiroshi Date specialize in?
While Dr. Hiroshi Date is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Thymic Epithelial Tumor, and Lung Adenocarcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Hiroshi Date participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Hiroshi Date has published 620 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Hiroshi Date's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Hiroshi Date accept my insurance?
Dr. Hiroshi Date 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
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
- Lung CancerDr. Date isElite. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Date isElite. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- Distinguished
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Date isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Date isDistinguished. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Date isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- ThymectomyDr. Date isDistinguished. Learn about Thymectomy.
- Advanced
- EndoscopyDr. Date isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Lung NodulesDr. Date isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- MediastinitisDr. Date isAdvanced. Learn about Mediastinitis.
- MesotheliomaDr. Date isAdvanced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Date isAdvanced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Date isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Experienced
- AngioplastyDr. Date isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Date isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Chediak-Higashi SyndromeDr. Date isExperienced. Learn about Chediak-Higashi Syndrome.
- DextrocardiaDr. Date isExperienced. Learn about Dextrocardia.
- Dextrocardia with Situs InversusDr. Date isExperienced. Learn about Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Date isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.