Dr. Maggie Dinome

Professor

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Biography

Maggie L DiNome is a Professor of Surgery at Duke University, specializing in surgical oncology with a focus on breast cancer. She completed her medical education at Duke University and has a rich clinical background in breast surgery. Prior to joining Duke, she spent over 20 years at UCLA, where she served as the Chief of Breast Surgery. Her clinical research interests include de-escalation of axillary surgery in patients with lymph node-positive breast cancer and the exploration of epigenetic modifications in breast cancer. DiNome's extensive experience includes roles such as Clinical Fellow in Surgery at Harvard Medical School and various surgical positions at Brigham and Women's Hospital. As a dedicated member of the Duke Cancer Institute, she aims to expand breast cancer services in Wake County, combining her clinical acumen with an active role in teaching and mentorship.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief Breast Surgery

2001-01-01 — 2021-01-01

UCLA Health System • Los Angeles, CA

Led the breast surgery program at UCLA Health System, improving patient care and outcomes in breast health.

Professor of Surgery

2022-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Current position focusing on breast cancer treatment and research.

Associate Professor of Surgery

2016-01-01 — 2020-01-01

University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA

Taught medical students and residents while conducting clinical research.

Assistant Professor

2014-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Saint John's Health Center • Los Angeles, CA

Performed surgeries and contributed to community education on breast cancer.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)