{"id":24384,"date":"2024-05-24T13:35:30","date_gmt":"2024-05-24T17:35:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?page_id=24384"},"modified":"2025-12-15T10:54:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T15:54:10","slug":"duke-cancer-center","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/cancer-centers\/duke-cancer-center\/","title":{"rendered":"Duke Cancer Center"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>About Duke Cancer Center<\/h2>\n<p>Duke Cancer Center in Durham, North Carolina, is nationally recognized for its research and treatment of <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/\">mesothelioma<\/a>, a rare and aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure. The center offers comprehensive care for patients diagnosed with this challenging disease.<\/p>\n<p>Duke Cancer Center is ranked No. 1 in <a href=\"\/treatment\/states\/north-carolina\/\">North Carolina<\/a> and one of the Top 50 cancer centers in the country by <em>U.S. News &amp; World Report<\/em>. The magazine also rates Duke University Hospital as \u201chigh performing\u201d in lung cancer surgery.<\/p>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s using the latest diagnostic technologies or testing emerging treatments in clinical trials, Duke is committed to leading the way in the fight against cancer.<\/p>\n<p>Our Patient Advocates can connect you with top mesothelioma specialists at Duke Cancer Center and other hospitals in the area. <strong>Use our Free Doctor Match to get started.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"25223\" class=\"one-off-25223 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"25223\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-25223{margin:60px auto}.one-off-25223 a{box-shadow:0 4px 4px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.25);display:block;background:#e4f4f6;padding:20px 25px 200px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;position:relative;overflow:hidden;max-width:360px;margin:0 auto}.one-off-25223 a::before{background:#0FAEBF;border-radius:50% 50% 0 0;content:'';position:absolute;bottom:0;height:19%;width:135%;left:-60px;z-index:0}.one-off-25223 .vque-content,.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{z-index:1;position:relative}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{width:100%;position:absolute;left:-10px;bottom:-15px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap img{position:absolute;bottom:0;width:100%;max-width:unset;left:0}.one-off-25223 .heading{font-size:27px;line-height:33px;text-align:center;display:block;max-width:340px;margin:5px auto 25px}.one-off-25223 ul{list-style:none;margin:-10px auto 22px;text-align:left;font-size:16px;line-height:26px}.one-off-25223 ul li{margin:0 0 15px;position:relative;padding-left:35px}.one-off-25223 ul li::before{font-family:\"mesohope\"!important;speak:none;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-variant:normal;text-transform:none;line-height:1;content:\"\\e904\";background:#0FAEBF;width:21px;height:21px;display:block;position:absolute;left:0;top:4px;border-radius:50%;color:#fff;font-size:11px;text-align:center;line-height:21px}.one-off-25223 p{text-align:center}.one-off-25223 .button{padding:12px 16px;display:block}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.one-off-25223 a{max-width:620px;padding:30px 30px 35px;border-radius:0 0 4px 4px}.one-off-25223 a::before{border-radius:50%;height:155%;width:150%;right:-550px;left:unset;bottom:-295px}.one-off-25223 .heading{text-align:left;margin:2px 0 25px;max-width:unset;font-size:24px}.one-off-25223 ul{margin:-7px 0 30px;max-width:365px;line-height:23px}.one-off-25223 ul li::before{top:1px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{max-width:unset;position:absolute;right:-25px;bottom:-35px;margin:0 0 -2px;left:unset;width:380px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap img{position:relative;bottom:0;left:0;width:380px}.one-off-25223 .button{display:inline-block;padding:14px 25px}.one-off-25223 p{text-align:left}}@media screen and (min-width:1150px){.one-off-25223 a{padding:30px}}<\/style><a href=\"\/get-matched\/\" title=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor Ad\"><div>\r\n    <div class=\"vque-content\">\r\n        <strong class=\"heading\">Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor<\/strong>\r\n        <ul>\r\n            <li>Find top specialists near you<\/li>\r\n            <li>Seek compensation for travel & care<\/li>\r\n            <li>Get medical guidance<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Matched Now\">Get Matched Now<\/strong><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Doctors-ad.png\" alt=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor\" class=\"lazyload\" ><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Mesothelioma Treatments Available at Duke Cancer Center<\/h2>\n<p>Duke Cancer Center patients have access to various types of mesothelioma treatment. Learn more about the different procedures and therapies they offer below.<\/p>\n<h3>Surgery<\/h3>\n<p>Duke Cancer Center specializes in <a href=\"\/treatment\/surgery\/pleural\/\">surgery for pleural mesothelioma<\/a> to help remove tumors and potentially improve patient survival times.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The two main pleural mesothelioma surgeries are:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/treatment\/surgery\/extrapleural-pneumonectomy\/\">Extrapleural pneumonectomy (EPP)<\/a>,<\/strong> which removes the entire affected lung, part of the diaphragm, and the pleura (lung lining)<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/surgery\/pleurectomy-decortication\/\">Pleurectomy with decortication<\/a> (P\/D),<\/strong> which removes the pleura and as much of the cancer tumor as possible while sparing the lung<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cDuke&#8217;s oncologists and surgeons are experts in mesothelioma and annually provide care for hundreds of patients suffering from the disease.\u201d<br \/>\n<strong>\u2013 Duke Cancer Center<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>Chemotherapy<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"\/treatment\/chemotherapy\/\">Chemotherapy<\/a> targets cancer cells throughout the body, either before or after surgery, to shrink tumors, alleviate symptoms, and improve life expectancy.<\/p>\n<p>Duke Cancer Center develops personalized chemotherapy regimens based on the patient\u2019s overall health, cancer stage, and other factors.<\/p>\n<h3>Immunotherapy<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"\/treatment\/immunotherapy\/\">Immunotherapy<\/a> is a promising new treatment approach that harnesses the body&#8217;s immune system to identify and attack cancer cells.<\/p>\n<p>Patients with mesothelioma may be able to receive immunotherapy drugs like nivolumab (Opdivo\u00ae) and ipilimumab (Yervoy\u00ae) if they aren\u2019t candidates for surgery or if their cancer hasn\u2019t responded to previous treatments.<\/p>\n<h3>Radiation Therapy<\/h3>\n<p>Radiation therapy is incorporated in mesothelioma treatment plans to target and destroy cancer cells while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/treatment\/radiation\/\">Radiation<\/a> may be used alone or in combination with surgery and chemotherapy to manage symptoms and improve outcomes for cancer patients.<\/p>\n<h2>Patient Care at Duke Cancer Center<\/h2>\n<p>Duke Cancer Center takes a holistic approach to <a href=\"\/treatment\/\">mesothelioma treatment<\/a>. A collaborative team of oncologists (cancer doctors), surgeons, radiologists, and other specialists works closely to craft individualized treatment plans.<\/p>\n<p>Duke Cancer Center values shared decision-making and patient education during treatment. It also offers comprehensive support services for patients, including access to palliative care to manage <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/symptoms\/\">mesothelioma symptoms<\/a> and improve quality of life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Its health care team includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li>Counselors<\/li>\n<li>Nurses<\/li>\n<li>Nutritionists<\/li>\n<li>Palliative care specialists<\/li>\n<li>Radiologists<\/li>\n<li>Social workers<\/li>\n<li>Support staff<\/li>\n<li>Surgical oncologists<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>Each member of the team works together to provide compassionate cancer care for every mesothelioma patient.<\/p>\n<p>Download our <strong>Free Questions to Ask Your Doctor Checklist<\/strong> to get the answers you need when meeting with a specialist.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"18575\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque outline image-left has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"outline\">.widget_oscar-vque.outline{margin:60px 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distinguished <a href=\"\/treatment\/doctors\/\">mesothelioma specialists<\/a> who are dedicated to helping patients live longer, fuller lives.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Some top mesothelioma doctors at Duke Cancer Center include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/treatment\/doctors\/dr-david-harpole-jr\/\">Dr. David Harpole Jr.<\/a> (thoracic surgeon)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/treatment\/doctors\/dr-jeffrey-clarke\/\">Dr. Jeffrey Clarke<\/a> (medical oncologist)<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Jeffrey Crawford (medical oncologist)<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Thomas A. D&#8217;Amico (thoracic surgeon)<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Travis S. Henry (radiologist)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With expertise in mesothelioma diagnosis, treatment, and research, these doctors are committed to delivering the highest standard of care.<\/p>\n<h2>Duke University Cancer Center Clinical Trials<\/h2>\n<p>Duke Cancer Center is at the forefront of mesothelioma research, conducting innovative <a href=\"\/treatment\/clinical-trials\/\">clinical trials<\/a> to advance treatment options for patients.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Some of the key areas of its research include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Combination immunotherapy with chemotherapy and radiation to improve survival<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/treatment\/gene-therapy\/\">Gene therapy<\/a>, virotherapy, and other innovative treatment methods<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/treatment\/surgery\/\">Surgery<\/a> added to immunotherapy with Opdivo and Yervoy to stabilize sarcomatoid mesothelioma (the most aggressive cell type of this cancer)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/treatment\/targeted-therapies\/\">Targeted therapies<\/a> designed to kill cancerous cells without damaging healthy ones<\/li>\n<li>Tumor biomarkers that could help predict a patient\u2019s response to immunotherapy and other treatments<\/li>\n<li>Other <a href=\"\/treatment\/emerging-treatments\/\">emerging treatments<\/a> only available through clinical trials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cWe are committed to making innovative discoveries, developing new ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer, and delivering those therapies in a patient- and family-centric way.\u201d<br \/>\n<strong>\u2013 Duke Cancer Center<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Getting Mesothelioma Treatment at Duke Cancer Center<\/h2>\n<p>If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, Duke Cancer Center can provide the compassionate and comprehensive care you need to improve your life expectancy.<\/p>\n<p>Its team of medical experts is dedicated to furthering mesothelioma treatment through advanced patient care, cancer research, and clinical trials.<\/p>\n<p>Call our <strong>free helpline<\/strong> at <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a> so we can connect you with top mesothelioma specialists at Duke Cancer Center.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About Duke Cancer Center Duke Cancer Center in Durham, North Carolina, is nationally recognized for its research and treatment of mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure. 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