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An endocrinologist in Durham, Dr. Jennifer Perkins diagnoses, treats, and manages endocrine disorders, or those affecting the body's secretion of hormones such as thyroid problems or diabetes.
Duke Cancer Center
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer M. Perkins 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. Jennifer Perkins graduated from Dartmouth College Geisel School of Medicine in 2003 before completing a residency in Internal Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System from 2003 to 2006. She then completed a fellowship in Endocrinology at Vanderbilt University Medical Cente from 2006 to 2009.
Dr. Perkins has one office in North Carolina where she specializes in Endocrinology and Oncology.
Specialties
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Endocrinology
Endocrinologists are trained to treat patients for a variety of hormonal diseases and disorders, such as diabetes. Dr. Perkins can diagnose and create treatment plans for conditions like growth disorders, obesity, low testosterone, osteoporosis and various thyroid disorders, among others. Treatments provided by an endocrinologist may include medication management or hormone therapies.
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Oncology
As an oncologist, Dr. Perkins is trained to diagnose and treat all types and forms of cancer. Dr. Perkins 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. Perkins may also provide emotional and palliative care, ensuring patients experience the highest quality of life possible.
Education & Training
Medical School
Residency
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Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
Residency in Internal Medicine • 2003 - 2006
Fellowship
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Vanderbilt University Medical Cente
Fellowship in Endocrinology • 2006 - 2009
Hospital Affiliations
- Duke University Medical Center
Languages Spoken
- English
Links & Social Media
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