Will Eward
Expertise in
24
conditions
Expertise in
24
conditions
20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 

Overview

As an orthopedic oncologist, I treat cancers of the bone and muscle. My background is very different from most doctors. I started as a veterinarian and became interested in cancer because so many dogs have cancer, and I came to medical school to learn how to treat and beat some of these types of cancer. I’m still a veterinarian, and that’s a big part of what we do here. Many cancers of the bone and muscles, called sarcomas, are rare in people, but common in dogs. So continuing to treat dogs with this type of cancer lets us and our group gain a deeper understanding of how these cancers work. With my patients, I try to find out what the cancer has taken from them, and what their goals are for how to get back in control. For some, their goal is to beat the cancer no matter what. For others, the goal is to keep walking or to be able to walk again, or to be in less pain. Then we try to tailor our approach to the patient. Often, people think being a surgical oncologist must be a terrible job. But I find something in each patient to admire, because patients dealing with cancer develop a strength the rest of us don’t get to have.

Dr. Eward is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Infantile Myofibromatosis, Bone Graft, and Hip Replacement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 126 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Vermont College Of Medicine|, 2006

Specialties

Surgical Oncology

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in NC

Board Certifications

American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowships

Musculoskeletal Oncology, University of Toronto

Hospital Affiliations

Duke University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Ambetter
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Piedmont
  • HMO
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Duke Cancer Center
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Other Locations
Duke Cancer Center Sarcoma Clinic
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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Will Eward

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Is Dr. Will Eward a top-rated expert for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Will Eward is classified as an Elite expert for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, 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. Will Eward specialize in?

While Dr. Will Eward is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, and Infantile Myofibromatosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.

Does Dr. Will Eward participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Will Eward has published 126 articles and abstracts on conditions like Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma. You can view a list of Dr. Will Eward's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Will Eward accept my insurance?

Dr. Will Eward 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

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