Created in 2022, the Duke Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) centralizes the faculty, innovative equipment, and advanced techniques needed to advanced knowledge of the surgical specialty and to provide excellent patient care.
Comprising faculty from the former Metabolic and Weight Loss Division and faculty from Surgical Oncology and Trauma, Acute, and Critical Care Surgery, we focus on procedures that utilize the minimally invasive skill set, such as hernia repair, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) treatment, and bariatric care.
Welcome from the Chief
One of the main goals of the Division of MIS is to create programs that will provide the best surgical care for all patients through efficiency. By combining faculty with mutual interests in applying minimally invasive techniques to treat a broader range of diseases, faculty will be able to support more patients at Duke.
We’re equally focused on developing the next generation of minimally invasive surgeons. Our Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship program is designed to expand the skills and knowledge of participants, both clinically and scientifically. Many of our alumni have become global leaders in the field of minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.
Our faculty is actively involved in research to improve patient care and outcomes.
We also have many clinical research projects focusing on outcomes and techniques for minimally invasive bariatric and general surgery.
We encourage you to contact us with any questions or comments.
Jacob A. Greenberg, MD, EdM
Chief, Duke Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery
Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Duke Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery is the Triangle's longest-established weight loss surgery center. Our multidisciplinary team ensures our patient's success by:
- Ensuring excellence in clinical quality and patient safety
- Tailoring approaches to personal needs and preferences through a lifelong partnership with our patients Empowering people of all ages with transformational and enduring solutions
- Offering seamless options across a comprehensive and coordinated continuum of care
- Using the latest available proven technology Advocating for the improved health of our community
We are proud to see patients at Duke Regional Hospital and Duke Raleigh Hospital, as well as Alamance Regional Medical Center. Additionally, Duke Regional Hospital is an MBSAQIP Accredited Center.
More about the Duke Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery
Hernias of the abdominal wall are incredibly common problems that may affect patients over the course of their lives. Whether patients have a groin hernia (inguinal hernia) or a hernia of their abdominal wall (ventral/incisional hernias), our surgeons are well-equipped to care for you and help guide you through the best approach to repair your hernia.
More about hernia surgery at Duke
Benign Disorders of the Esophagus and Stomach
Several members of the Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery have clinical interests and expertise in disorders of the esophagus and stomach such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, hiatal hernias, achalasia (a rare swallowing disorder) and gastroparesis. If you suffer from these and other diseases within our area of focus, our surgeons will work with you to perform the best operation or endoscopic intervention for your problem.
Innovative research
The Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery is actively involved in research and clinical trials designed to improve patient care and outcomes. For information on how to participate, please see a list of our current clinical trials.
Excellence in education and training
The Duke Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program is accredited through the Fellowship Council for training in advanced gastrointestinal minimally invasive surgery and bariatric surgery. The one-year program is designed to expand the skills and knowledge of participants, both clinically and scientifically. Many of our alumni have become global leaders in the field of minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.
Our Division offers opportunities for medical professionals looking to further their education and training through continuing medical education courses and advanced training courses in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.