Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg
Overview
I’m a pediatric blood and bone marrow transplant specialist. I see patients from all over the world, many of whom have very rare diseases. I take care of patients with leukodystrophies, leukemias and other blood disorders that are resistant to standard treatment, and children with brain injuries like cerebral palsy. It’s rewarding to make a difference when treating challenging diseases. I’ve been fortunate over my career to be able to develop new treatments in the laboratory that I take into the clinic to help patients. In fact, here at Duke I was involved in the first cord-blood transplant anywhere in the world. When meeting with patients, I focus on making their experience more than just the medicine. We have a family support program for things beyond medical needs, which is especially helpful for families that are far from home. Outside of work, I like to knit, bike and spend time with my family.
Dr. Kurtzberg is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Leukodystrophy, Congenital Athymia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.
Dr. Kurtzberg is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 194 peer reviewed articles and participating in 10 clinical trials.
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Locations
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
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Dr. Kurtzberg 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.
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 Health Integrated Practice Inc
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Duke Children's Healthy Lifestyles North Durh
I treat children and adolescents who have gained weight too quickly and have health problems associated with weight. My research focuses on helping children live their healthiest life possible through nutrition, activity, and engagement in community activities. I have expertise in childhood nutrition issues including obesity in children and teenagers. It is such a privilege to be a part of families' lives. I have a special interest in patient-centered communication and am passionate to see physicians, patients, and parents communicate with each other to meet their mutual goals. I believe a shared decision making approach benefits patients and their families the most. Duke stands out in a lot of ways, especially the integrated system of care so that children can get various care all in one place. Outside of work, I enjoy playing soccer and coaching my children in soccer as well. Dr. Armstrong is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Armstrong is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics.
Duke Children's Health Center Kidney Transplant Clinic
I am a pediatric nephrologist and work with children with kidney disease. Some of the conditions that we see include congenital malformations of the kidney and the bladder, nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis (inflammation of the kidney filters), and children who are on dialysis or who received kidney transplantation because of kidney failure. I listen carefully to parents when they bring their children to the clinic because they know their children better than any other person, and they are the best advocates for their child. I collaborate a lot with the other doctors in the clinic. Rest assured, when you visit our clinic and I am not around, the doctor who is seeing you knows everything about your child. This is a group practice with a very caring multidisciplinary team. Dr. Gbadegesin is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Nephrotic Syndrome, Minimal Change Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Gbadegesin is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg by calling their office at 919-684-2410. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg a top-rated expert for Metachromatic Leukodystrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg is classified as an Advanced expert for Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, 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. Joanne Kurtzberg specialize in?
While Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), and Leukodystrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg has published 194 articles and abstracts on conditions like Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-2410 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD)Dr. Kurtzberg isAdvanced. Learn about Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD).
- Congenital AthymiaDr. Kurtzberg isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Athymia.
- Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD)Dr. Kurtzberg isAdvanced. Learn about Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD).
- LeukodystrophyDr. Kurtzberg isAdvanced. Learn about Leukodystrophy.
- Metachromatic LeukodystrophyDr. Kurtzberg isAdvanced. Learn about Metachromatic Leukodystrophy.
- Experienced
- Acquired Amegakaryocytic ThrombocytopeniaDr. Kurtzberg isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Amegakaryocytic Thrombocytopenia.
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Kurtzberg isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- AnemiaDr. Kurtzberg isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Aplastic AnemiaDr. Kurtzberg isExperienced. Learn about Aplastic Anemia.
- Bone Marrow TransplantDr. Kurtzberg isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Transplant.
- Childhood Acute Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Kurtzberg isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.