Joseph K. Salama
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
508 Fulton St, 
Durham, NC 

Overview

I believe in finding the right treatment for each patient based on their unique situation. I am also a cancer researcher who focuses on developing new ways to treat head and neck, lung, and prostate cancers, as well as those with limited cancer spread. At the Durham VA Medical Center, I am the chief of the Radiation Oncology Service. I supervise the delivery of radiation for all types of cancer.

Dr. Salama is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Prostate Cancer, and Prostatectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 151 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Baylor College Of Medicine (Texas)|, 2001

Residency

Transition Year, University of Texas Houston Medical Center, Radiation Oncology, University of Chicago Medical Center (Illinois)

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Radiology, Radiation Oncology

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Ambetter
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Piedmont
  • HMO
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

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508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Salama 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.

Prostate Cancer
Lung Cancer

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph K. Salama

Is Dr. Joseph K. Salama a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph K. Salama is classified as an Advanced 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. Joseph K. Salama specialize in?

While Dr. Joseph K. Salama is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Joseph K. Salama participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Joseph K. Salama has published 150 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph K. Salama's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Joseph K. Salama accept my insurance?

Dr. Joseph K. Salama 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

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