Overview
My aim at Duke Health is to provide outstanding care to those in need within a collaborative and high-quality setting. My most significant career accomplishments include establishing the first cardiothoracic imaging service in the Mid-South for heart and lung disease patients throughout the Mississippi Delta. I hope to use my training and relationships to pursue changes in health policy that will allow health services to be more affordable and sustainable in the United States.
Dr. Optican is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Bronchiectasis.
Dr. Optican is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles.
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2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
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.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
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UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Wayne Hofstetter is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Hofstetter is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Endoscopy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Ara Vaporciyan is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Vaporciyan is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Thrombectomy, and Nephrectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert Optican
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Optican?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert Optican 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. Robert Optican a top-rated expert for Lung Nodules?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert Optican is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lung Nodules, 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. Robert Optican specialize in?
While Dr. Robert Optican is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Robert Optican participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert Optican has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Nodules. You can view a list of Dr. Robert Optican's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert Optican accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert Optican accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. 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.
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- Distinguished
- Lung NodulesDr. Optican isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Advanced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Optican isAdvanced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- BronchiectasisDr. Optican isAdvanced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- Interstitial Lung DiseaseDr. Optican isAdvanced. Learn about Interstitial Lung Disease.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Optican isAdvanced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Optican isAdvanced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Optican isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Optican isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- AscitesDr. Optican isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Optican isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- BoilsDr. Optican isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- Bronchogenic CystDr. Optican isExperienced. Learn about Bronchogenic Cyst.
- CAPOS SyndromeDr. Optican isExperienced. Learn about CAPOS Syndrome.