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Summary
Dr. Stephen Skapek specializes in caring for children with malignant solid tumors, especially soft tissue and bone sarcomas. He is a member of the Childrens Oncology Group, an international organization that conducts clinical research in children with cancer. As a member of this group, Dr. Skapek helps design and run clinical trials testing new treatments for children with rhabdomyosarcoma and other types of soft tissue sarcoma. He has led two national studies testing the use of chemotherapy to treat children with aggressive fibromatosis (also known as desmoid tumor). Dr. Skapek also conducts laboratory research studying basic aspects of cancer biology. In particular, his laboratory explores the function of genes that help prevent cancer. These genes, called tumor suppressor genes, are often mutated or inactivated in childhood cancers. By studying how tumor suppressor genes act during normal development, Dr. Skapek's team is gaining a better understanding of how they block tumor …formation.
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- 38 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Duke University School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 9 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Stephen Xavier Skapek has 9 locationsUt Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements Jr University Hospital
5151 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235 Tel: (214) 645-5555
Childrens Medical Center Dallas
1935 Medical District Dr Ste C6403Dallas, TX 75235 Tel: (214) 456-7000
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| Durham , NC | Franklin , TN | Franklin , TN | Franklin , TN |
| Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: Sackler School of Medicine -- Tel-Aviv University | Med School: New Jersey Medical School |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Stephen Xavier Skapek has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Stephen Xavier Skapek has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2025, Expired
Medical Doctor, Texas, 2024, Inactive
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Duke University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Stephen Skapek's office located?
- Dr. Stephen Skapek's office is located at 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC, 27705.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Skapek affiliated with?
- Dr. Stephen Skapek is affiliated with Childrens Medical Center Dallas, Duke University Hospital, Parkland Memorial Hospital, William P Clements Jr University Hospital, Ut Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements Jr University Hospital, Childrens Medical Center Dallas, and Duke Childrens Hospital And Health Center.
- Does Dr. Stephen Skapek accept my insurance?
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- Dr. Stephen Skapek has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Stephen Skapek speak?
- Dr. Stephen Skapek speaks English and Spanish.
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