Kai Sun
40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 

Overview

I gravitated to rheumatology early in my medical training because of the opportunities it affords to provide long-term, holistic care for my patients. Developing relationships with my patients allows me to better understand their individual needs and help them understand and manage what are often complex diseases and symptoms that may change with time. Within rheumatology, my primary clinical interests are in inflammatory arthritis, lupus, and musculoskeletal ultrasound. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, travel, nature, and science fiction.

Her top areas of expertise are Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Washington University In St. Louis School Of Medicine (Missouri)| Weill Cornell Medical School (New York), 2011|2017

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology
American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Rheumatology, Hospital for Special Surgery (New York)

Hospital Affiliations

Duke University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Mandarin

Gender

Female

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Locations

Duke Lupus Clinic - Clinic 1J
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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kai Sun

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Is Dr. Kai Sun a top-rated expert for Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kai Sun is classified as an Experienced expert for Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), 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. Kai Sun specialize in?

While Dr. Kai Sun is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Lupus Nephritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Kai Sun participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kai Sun has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD). You can view a list of Dr. Kai Sun's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kai Sun accept my insurance?

Dr. Kai Sun accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-668-7630 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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