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Duke University Hospital2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710 map
Dr. Michael "Luke" James is an anesthesiologist in Durham, who manages patient pain levels before, during, and after surgical procedures.
Duke University Hospital
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Michael "Luke" L. James is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
Please contact the doctor’s office to inquire about insurance.
Bio
Dr. Michael "Luke" James graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1999 before completing a residency in Anesthesiology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC in 2006. He then completed a fellowship in Neuro-critical Care at Duke University Medical Center in 2006.
Dr. James has one office in North Carolina where he specializes in Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine and Neurology.
Specialties
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Anesthesiology
As an anesthesiologist in Durham, NC, Dr. James ensures patients are free of pain before (pre-op), during, and after (post-op) a surgical procedure. By administering anesthesia, Dr. James ensures that patients do not feel the pain of a surgical procedure.
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Critical Care Medicine
Critical care specialists like Dr. James provide life-saving care for patients in critical condition. Patients are usually cared for in within intensive care units (ICUs), and may receive life and organ support. Dr. James may also work to stabilize patients and perform time-sensitive, potentially life-saving procedures.
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Neurology
Abnormalities of the crucial areas of the nervous system may cause neurological complications. Dr. Michael "Luke" James addresses these conditions by conducting tests, scans and determining a diagnosis. The diagnosis is needed to come up with a treatment plan, which may involve medication management, targeted therapies, lifestyle changes, or other options.
Education & Training
Medical School
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LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
MD • 1999
Residency
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Duke University Medical Center • Durham, NC
Residency in Anesthesiology • 2006
Fellowship
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Duke University Medical Center • Durham, North Carolina
Fellowship in Neuro-critical Care • 2006
Hospital Affiliations
- Duke University Medical Center
Languages Spoken
- English
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