For more information about patient care services at the Duke Cancer Institute or to make an appointment for a new patient, please contact the Duke Consultation and Referral Center at 888-ASK-DUKE (888-275-3853).

Referring physicians can call 800-MED-DUKE (800-633-3853) or see our refer a patient page.

The specially trained representatives from the Duke Consultation and Referral Center can:

• Assist you in identifying a Duke doctor with the knowledge and expertise to care for your particular medical condition.
• Facilitate your initial appointment with a Duke physician, in keeping with your insurance's guidelines for specialty visits and, whenever possible, in the location most convenient for you.
• Help you determine whether your insurance plan gives you access to Duke.
• Help answer other questions you may have about care at Duke.
• Provide information and brochures about clinical services and programs at Duke.
• Provide information about and help you register for community events sponsored by Duke, including classes, seminars, health screenings, and health fairs.

Our representatives are available to help you Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Learn what to expect during your appointment at the Duke Cancer Institute.

For more information about your appointment, or if you need to reschedule your appointment, contact the appointment phone number listed on your appointment letter or e-mail reminder. If you cannot locate this information please call 919-668-6688, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Several clinical programs have individual phone numbers for scheduling patients and accepting referrals. Visit the appropriate service section for more information about how to make an appointment:

Brain tumors

Breast cancer

Gastrointestinal cancers, including pancreatic, stomach, biliary, and liver cancers

Gynecologic cancers, including uterine, ovarian, and vaginal cancers

Hereditary Cancer Clinic

Lung cancer

Pediatric cancer

Prostate cancer

Sarcoma, including bone and soft tissue cancer