Overview
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. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 367 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Allen 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.
2 Clinical Trials
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 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Myringotomy. Dr. Brigman is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Brigman is currently accepting new patients.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Barry Feig is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Feig is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liposarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Peter J. Allen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Peter J. Allen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Peter J. Allen by calling their office at 919-681-6900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Peter J. Allen a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Peter J. Allen is classified as an Elite expert for Pancreatic 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. Peter J. Allen specialize in?
While Dr. Peter J. Allen is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Pancreatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Peter J. Allen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Peter J. Allen has published 366 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Peter J. Allen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Peter J. Allen accept my insurance?
Dr. Peter J. Allen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-6900 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.
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- Elite
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- PancreatectomyDr. Allen isElite. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Allen isElite. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- HepatectomyDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- Liver CancerDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Liver EmbolizationDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Liver Embolization.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Allen isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Advanced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholestasisDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GastrectomyDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- GlucagonomaDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery
- InsulinomaDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Stomach CancerDr. Allen isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholangitisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- Desmoid TumorDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Desmoid Tumor.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- GallstonesDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Liver TransplantDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Liver Transplant.
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- MelanomaDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- MesenchymomaDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Metastatic InsulinomaDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Insulinoma.
- Multiple Endocrine NeoplasiaDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia.
- NecrosisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- PheochromocytomaDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Pheochromocytoma.
- PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth SpectrumDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.
- Post-Splenectomy SyndromeDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Post-Splenectomy Syndrome.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Pyogenic Liver AbscessDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Pyogenic Liver Abscess.
- SplenectomyDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.
- Wandering SpleenDr. Allen isExperienced. Learn about Wandering Spleen.