Dr. Sonny W. Tucker
Overview
Sonny Tucker is a General Surgeon in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Tucker has been practicing medicine for over 29 years is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Disease.
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120 E Carver St, Durham, NC 27704
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 top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sonny W. Tucker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sonny W. Tucker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sonny W. Tucker 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. Sonny W. Tucker a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sonny W. Tucker is classified as an Advanced expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), 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. Sonny W. Tucker specialize in?
While Dr. Sonny W. Tucker is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Peripheral Artery Disease, and Arterial Insufficiency. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Sonny W. Tucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Sonny W. Tucker 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
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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- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Tucker isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Tucker isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Tucker isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Tucker isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Tucker isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- GangreneDr. Tucker isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Tucker isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.