Overview
Syed Zafar is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina.
Dr. Zafar is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Myringotomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 113 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
20 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.
Duke Cancer Center
I am a medical oncologist who focuses on bone and soft tissue cancers called sarcomas. I love spending time with my patients. They often have a sense of awareness about their condition that’s truly unique and rewarding. I partner with each patient so they know the full set of options available for treatment and can make an informed decision about the approach that is best for them. I’ve wanted to pursue medicine for as long as I can remember. I find cancer fascinating because of its ability to evade the immune system. The body fails to recognize cancer as being foreign. When I am not at work, I love spending time with my family and enjoy long distance running. Dr. Riedel is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Desmoid Tumor, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Riedel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Riedel is currently accepting new patients.
UNC Hospitals Outpatient Center At Eastowne
Nigel Key is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Key is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemophilia B, Hemophilia A, Blood Clots, and Sickle Cell Disease. Dr. Key is currently accepting new patients.
Duke Cancer Center
I am a part of the thoracic oncology program. I work with patients who have cancers of the lung, which includes non-small cell lung cancer, small cell lung cancer, and mesothelioma. My focus is on clinical care, clinical trials, and developing new therapies for these diseases. When I first meet with a patient, I want them to understand what their diagnosis is, because there are actually multiple diagnoses of lung cancer and each are treated differently. Then I discuss with a patient whether they are a candidate for therapies such as molecular therapy or immunotherapy, and make sure they have a clear understanding of the treatment plan. There are some very promising new therapies for these diseases and we are fortunate to have those available to patients here at Duke. That’s one of the unique things we offer as an academic medical center. Dr. Stinchcombe is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Stinchcombe is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Stinchcombe is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Syed Y. Zafar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Syed Y. Zafar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Syed Y. Zafar by calling their office at 919-668-4082. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Syed Y. Zafar a top-rated expert for Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Syed Y. Zafar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gastroesophageal Junction 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. Syed Y. Zafar specialize in?
While Dr. Syed Y. Zafar is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Syed Y. Zafar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Syed Y. Zafar has published 113 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Syed Y. Zafar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Syed Y. Zafar accept my insurance?
Dr. Syed Y. Zafar accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-668-4082 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Zafar isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Zafar isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Zafar isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Advanced
- Colorectal CancerDr. Zafar isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Zafar isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Zafar isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Experienced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Appendix CancerDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- Breast CancerDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Eccrine PorocarcinomaDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Eccrine Porocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Lung CancerDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MyringotomyDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Myringotomy.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Stomach CancerDr. Zafar isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.

