William J. Powers
Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions

Overview

I am a neurologist who specializes in caring for people while they are in the hospital. In order to provide the best medical care, I explain clearly what is happening and what it may mean for the future.

Dr. Powers is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Seizures, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Thrombectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 121 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Cornell University (New York)|, 1975

Residency

Neurology, University of California, San Francisco, Internal Medicine, Duke University

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in NC

Board Certifications

American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Vascular Neurology
American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine
American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology

Hospital Affiliations

Duke University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

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

Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L
40 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.


121 Total Publications

Cryptogenic stroke: definitions and management.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William J. Powers

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You can book an appointment with Dr. William J. Powers by calling their office at 919-681-1700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. William J. Powers a top-rated expert for Stroke?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William J. Powers is classified as an Distinguished expert for Stroke, 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. William J. Powers specialize in?

While Dr. William J. Powers is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Thrombectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. William J. Powers participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. William J. Powers has published 121 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. William J. Powers's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. William J. Powers accept my insurance?

Dr. William J. Powers accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-1700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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