Dr. Thomas J. Polascik
Overview
Every day, my goal is to take the best surgical care of my patients' kidney or prostate cancer by offering the most up-to-date minimally invasive surgical treatments, while making sure that their experiences and outcomes at Duke Health are top-notch! As we look at the scans together and discuss biopsy results, it is important to me that I spend all of the time that my patients and their families need to clearly understand their diagnosis as well as all treatment options, so that we can make joint decisions about next steps and their treatment plan. Many of my patients are referred from all over the country to seek highly specialized urology care, including nonsurgical focal cryotherapy for prostate cancer, robotic surgery for prostate cancer, or robotic surgical removal of their kidney tumor called a partial nephrectomy, among other treatments, with our multidisciplinary, collaborative team. I always reassure and share my positive outlook with my patients as we navigate the health system together. My patients know that, as their physician, I will be their champion and advise them and guide them through their treatment. We are in this together.
Dr. Polascik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Tissue Biopsy. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 241 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 1 article in the study of Tissue Biopsy.
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Locations
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Polascik has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
3 Clinical Trials
Duke Cancer Center
I focus on treating patients with head and neck cancer, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, and maxillofacial trauma. I also have interests in microvascular (free flap) reconstruction, transoral robotic surgery, salivary endoscopy and medical education. I was privileged to do my residency training here at Duke and look forward to bringing my energy, dedication and leadership to our group. Dr. Kahmke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Tissue Biopsy. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.
Duke Cancer Center Raleigh
Brian Hughley is an Otolaryngologist and a Surgical Oncologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Hughley has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Tissue Biopsy. His top areas of expertise are Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hughley is currently accepting new patients.
Duke Otolaryngology And Oral Surgery Clinic - Clinic 1F
I feel very blessed to have a profession that allows me to serve patients with both cancerous and non-cancerous diseases of the head and neck. As a head and neck surgeon, I carefully weigh the risks and benefits of treatment — working with our team to maximize the chance for cure while maintaining the highest quality of life. As a physician, my approach to patient care includes addressing one's physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs and well-being. My research endeavors strive to improve the care we provide to patients with head and neck cancers. I have had a research program in tumor immunotherapy. I am active in addressing global health needs, being involved with regular humanitarian mission trips throughout the world. I am also active in training the next generation of surgeons that are able to address and solve challenges in an ethical and virtuous way. I have, along with my colleagues, developed and instituted a virtue-based approach to residency training that will meet this need. When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and four kids in a variety of activities. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Tissue Biopsy. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, Melanoma, Tongue Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, and Myringotomy.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Prostate CancerDr. Polascik isElite. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Polascik isDistinguished. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- ProstatectomyDr. Polascik isDistinguished. Learn about Prostatectomy.
- Advanced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Polascik isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- NephrectomyDr. Polascik isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrectomy.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Polascik isAdvanced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Reconstructive Urology SurgeryDr. Polascik isAdvanced. Learn about Reconstructive Urology Surgery.
- Experienced
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Polascik isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Polascik isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Renal OncocytomaDr. Polascik isExperienced. Learn about Renal Oncocytoma.
- Tissue BiopsyDr. Polascik isExperienced. Learn about Tissue Biopsy.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)Dr. Polascik isExperienced. Learn about Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC).
- UreteroscopyDr. Polascik isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.