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Rebecca W Knackstedt

Assistant Professor of Surgery
Surgery, Plastic, Maxillofacial, and Oral Surgery
Baker House 103, DUMC 3974, Durham, NC 27710

Overview


I am a plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in microsurgery, as well as a certified functional medicine provider. My main research interest is in surgical prehabiiltation with nutrition, supplementation and exercise.  I am also interested in studying the microbiomes of the body, how they respond to surgery and how they influence surgical and oncologic outcomes.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Assistant Professor of Surgery · 2022 - Present Surgery, Plastic, Maxillofacial, and Oral Surgery, Surgery
Member of the Duke Cancer Institute · 2022 - Present Duke Cancer Institute, Institutes and Centers

Education, Training & Certifications


Medical University of South Carolina · 2015 Ph.D.
Medical University of South Carolina · 2015 M.D.
Denison University · 2008 B.S.