Frequent Questions

	How do I make a donation to the Duke Heart Center?
	How can I find driving directions to my specific clinic?
	Which physicians specialize in ___________? (area of specialty)
	How do I retrieve my medical records from my previous physician?
	How do I obtain my medical records from my Duke physician if I want a second opinion or would like to see them?
	Can my physician order several tests while I am at my visit so I do not have to come back for an additional visit?
	What is my physician's background?
	How do I schedule my labs?
	How do I find out more about my medications and why I am taking them?
	What if I have a drug-eluting stent or take the medication, Plavix?
	Where can I find a list of hotels in the area?

How do I make a donation to the Duke Heart Center?

Please visit the "Make a Gift - Division of Cardiovascular Medicine and Heart Center" for donation information and online form.

How can I find driving directions to my specific clinic?

	Duke Center for Living, Durham, NC 27710
	Duke Health Center at North Duke St., Durham, NC 27704
	Duke Health Center at Southpoint, Durham, NC 27713
	Duke South Clinic, Durham, NC 27710
	Duke Cardiology of Raleigh, Raleigh, NC 27609
	Duke Health Center of Cary, Cary, NC 27513
	Duke Cardiology & Cardiothoracic Surgery of Lumberton, Lumberton, NC 28358

Which physicians specialize in ___________? (area of specialty)

Please visit the "Our Staff" section of our website, click on Groups, and then click on the specific area of specialty that you are looking for.

How do I retrieve my medical records from my previous physician?

You need to contact your primary care physician and bring a copy of your last doctor's visit to your appointment.

How do I obtain my medical records from my Duke physician if I want a second opinion or would like to see them?

Due to HIPAA regulations, we are not permitted to disclose medical information to patients. Therefore, you will need to contact Medical Records (Information Release) at (919) 684-3684.

Can my physician order several tests while I am at my visit so I do not have to come back for an additional visit?

Your physician will determine what tests and how many need to be performed after he or she assesses your condition. Therefore, only your physician can determine what tests you will need and if you need to come back for a subsequent visit.

What is my physician's background?

To find information about specific physicians and their training, please visit the "Our Staff" section of our website and then click on the physician's name.

How do I schedule my labs?

You will need to call the Nurse Triage Line at (919) 681-5816.

How do I find out more about my medications and why I am taking them?

If you would like to know more information on the specific drugs that you are taking, please visit our "Patient Education" section of our website.

If you would like more information, please contact your local pharmacist.

What if I have a drug-eluting stent or take the medication, Plavix?

If you would like to know more information on the specific drugs that you are taking, please visit the "Duke Division of Cardiovascular Medicine" website.

If you would like more information, please contact your local pharmacist.

Where can I find a list of hotels in the area?

If you would like to see a complete list of hotels in the Durham area, please visit our "Resources" section of our website [and you will find a list of hotels in the area.]