Overview
I am a board certified, Assistant Professor of colon and rectal surgery at Duke Raleigh Hospital. My clinical expertise includes management of both malignant and benign colorectal diseases. These include colon cancer, rectal cancer, hereditary polyposis and anal cancer; inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease; benign colon and rectal disorders such as diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, anal fistulae and rectal prolapse. I have experience in laparoscopic and robotic approaches to treat colorectal diseases. My goal is to provide exceptional care, using the latest surgical techniques, with compassion and commitment.
Dr. Louise is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.
Dr. Louise is board certified in American Board Of Colon/Rectal Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles.
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120 E Carver St, Durham, NC 27704
3404 Wake Forest Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
3400 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
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Dr. Louise 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
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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
Christina Roland is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Roland is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
Duke Cancer Center
As an orthopaedic oncologist, I am passionate about providing the best diagnostic and therapeutic surgical care for patients with benign or malignant bone or soft tissue tumors of the musculoskeletal system. As the director of the Sarcoma program at the Duke Cancer Institute, my passion is building our team to provide the best clinical care and basic scientific, translational and clinical research to serve our patients. Dr. Brigman is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Chondrosarcoma, Bone Graft, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Brigman is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Katharine Louise
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Katharine Louise?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Katharine Louise by calling their office at 919-470-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Katharine Louise a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Katharine Louise is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Colorectal 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. Katharine Louise specialize in?
While Dr. Katharine Louise is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Katharine Louise participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Katharine Louise has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Katharine Louise's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Katharine Louise accept my insurance?
Dr. Katharine Louise accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-470-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Louise isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
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- Rectal ProlapseDr. Louise isAdvanced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Experienced
- Anal CancerDr. Louise isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Louise isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Louise isExperienced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Louise isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Louise isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- CellulitisDr. Louise isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.