Overview
John Simpson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina.
His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Short Bowel Syndrome, and Colostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles.
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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 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.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Ehab Hanna is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Hanna is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Sinus Cancer, Turbinectomy, and Endoscopy.
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. John T. Simpson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John T. Simpson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John T. Simpson by calling their office at 919-684-8111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John T. Simpson a top-rated expert for Colostomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John T. Simpson is classified as an Experienced expert for Colostomy, 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. John T. Simpson specialize in?
While Dr. John T. Simpson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Colostomy, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Short Bowel Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. John T. Simpson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John T. Simpson has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colostomy. You can view a list of Dr. John T. Simpson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John T. Simpson accept my insurance?
Dr. John T. Simpson accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-8111 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
- Experienced
- ColostomyDr. Simpson isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Simpson isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Short Bowel SyndromeDr. Simpson isExperienced. Learn about Short Bowel Syndrome.