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Dr. Katherine Peters is an oncologist in Durham. She provides diagnostic and treatment services for patients suffering from all types of cancer.
Duke Cancer Center
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Katherine B. Peters is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
20 Duke Medicine Circle, Durham, NC 27710
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
Please contact the doctor’s office to inquire about insurance.
Bio
Dr. Katherine Peters graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 2003 before completing a residency in Neurology at Johns Hopkins Medical Center from 2004 to 2007. She then completed a fellowship in Cognitive Neurosciences at Johns Hopkins Medical Center from 2007 to 2008.
Dr. Peters has one office in North Carolina where she specializes in Oncology and Neurology.
Dr. Peters works with four doctors including Dr. Annick Desjardins and Dr. Henry Friedman.
Specialties
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Oncology
As an oncologist, Dr. Peters is trained to diagnose and treat all types and forms of cancer. Dr. Peters may employ a variety of diagnostic tests such as biopsies, imaging tests, endoscopic tests and laboratory tests. She may offer treatment techniques such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy to combat the spread of cancer. Dr. Peters may also provide emotional and palliative care, ensuring patients experience the highest quality of life possible.
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Neurology
Dr. Katherine Peters is trained to identify, treat and manage neurological disorders, which originate from abnormalities in the brain, spinal cord, or the rest of the nervous system. Dr. Peters may perform a variety of tests and scans to achieve the proper diagnosis, which is crucial to creating an effective treatment plan for a patient. Treatment plans can involve medication management, multiple therapies, or lifestyle changes.
Education & Training
Medical School
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Stanford University School of Medicine
MD • 2003
Residency
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Johns Hopkins Medical Center
Residency in Neurology • 2004 - 2007
Fellowship
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Johns Hopkins Medical Center
Fellowship in Cognitive Neurosciences • 2007 - 2008
Hospital Affiliations
- Duke University Medical Center
Languages Spoken
- English
Links & Social Media
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