
Mark D. Duncan, MD
General Surgery
Surgical Oncology
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Mark D. Duncan
Professional Titles
- Chief of Surgical Oncology at Johns Hopkins Bayview
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Surgery
Background
Dr. Duncan specializes in gastrointestinal surgical oncology, including surgery of the esophagus, stomach, intestine, colon and rectum, gallbladder and pancreas, adrenal and retroperitoneal sarcoma. He has national and international expertise in gastric cancer and hereditary gastric cancer including CDH-1. He wrote the Johns Hopkins Patient Guide for Cancer of the Stomach and Esophagus. Dr. Duncan gives lectures and presentations nationally and internationally on Gastric and GI cancer surgery and works with Johns Hopkins International on cancer programs and centers overseas.
Centers and Institutes
Videos
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Stomach Cancer: Know Your Risks & Treatment Options, Johns Hopkins Surgery (4/26/2017)
Additional Academic Titles
Associate Professor of Oncology
Research Interests
CDH1 mutation gastric cancers, EsophagCap, Gastric cancer, HDGC, proximal gastrectomy, Tumorigenesis in gastroesophageal and colorectal cancer
Honors
- Richard S. Ross Clinician Scientist Award
- Golden Apple Teaching Award, Johns Hopkins Medical School, 7/1/17
- Fred Eckhauser Mentorship Award of the Year, Department of Surgery, 7/1/16
- Golden Apple Teaching Award, Johns Hopkins Medical School, 7/1/16
- Keith Lillemoe Faculty Teacher of the Year, Department of Surgery, 7/1/14
- Elected A.O.A, Johns Hopkins, 1/1/13
- Outstanding Care Award for 2013, Sarcoma Alliance, 1/1/13
- Fred Eckhauser Mentorship Award of the Year, 1/1/13
- Keith Lillemoe Faculty Teacher of the Year, 1/1/12
- Elected to Miller-Coulson Academy of Clinical Excellence, 1/1/10
- Keith Lillemoe Faculty Teacher of the Year, 1/1/09
- Golden Apple Teaching Award, Johns Hopkins Medical School, 1/1/08
Memberships
- American College of Surgeons, Fellow
- Association of Academic Surgeons
- Society of Surgical Oncology
- Society of University Surgeons
- Southern Surgical Society
- Alpha Omega Alpha,
Medical Honor Society
- Society fo Surgery of the Alimentary Tract,
Society of GI surgeons
Professional Activities
Johns Hopkins Bayview, Chief of Surgical Oncology
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 03, Baltimore, MD 21224
- phone: 410-550-5900
- fax: 443-769-1233
Expertise
Education
MedStar Georgetown University Medical Center
Residency, General Surgery, 1994Washington VA Medical Center
Fellowship, Surgery, 1992Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Medical Education, MD, 1987Board Certifications
Surgery
American Board of Surgery, 1997Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
96 ratings, 46 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
Dr Duncan is the best. I brought my daughter to him for care also
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
I used to assess healthcare quality for a living and the first thing you can tell about this provider is that he cares about his clients. He was very knowledgeable and made sure he explained everything to you In detail and In a way that Is understandable. I'm sure no client will ever be able to say they didn't understand a procedure and the risks and benefits prior to signing a consent form with this provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
Dr. Duncan is an angel. He is talented and brilliant. Dr. Duncan literally saved my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Very professional,and personable!Always on top of my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
Dr. Duncan was very thorough. He reviewed my case history and made an appropriate recommendation based on my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Very satisfied with my visit and care plan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Great all around visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
Dr. Duncan was very clear about my condition and the surgery required to get addressed. He was very attentive to the questions that me and my wife had. His dedication and clarity amazed me in all the conversations that we had!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
He's a great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Very good service!! Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
I was very impressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Dr Duncan took excellent care of me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
He is such caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Very thorough, explained everything perfectly & took his time. I did not feel rushed or dismissed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
I have known this provider for three years and he is well informed on diagnosing any problems that I had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Understanding guy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
The best surgeon/doctor I ever had in US!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
I couldn't feel better about my care from Dr Duncan. His high levels of knowledge, experience and bedside manner are a perfect combination to deliver comfort and understanding. [Staff] is excellent as well! I feel so fortunate to be in their care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
Dr. Duncan always makes you feel comfortable with what he explains to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2024
Very knowledgeable, experienced, encouraging
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
Had the best service that I would got a 61 years thanks [Patient's name]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
Dr Duncan was very nice and explained everything very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
Great surgeon who I would refer anyone to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
My first visit to JH, Dr. Duncan was very nice, I felt I would be in good hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Easy to talk to, explained the problem so that I could under stand it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
Dr Duncan has a the best there is.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
Dr Duncan is outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
The best doctor I have ever encountered. Very succinctly shares and explains information with genuine concern. Made me confident throughout my visits, surgeries and follow up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Excellent Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2024
Excellent. Professional. Knowledgeable. Hrlpful. Very concerned. Explained situation well. Friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2024
Provider was extremely well prepared for my visit. Had reviewed my history, purpose for visit, and ready to discuss treatment. Provider was professional, easy to speak with, concerned, and experienced.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Dr. Duncan is a gem!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Wonderful experience. I appreciate having a salaried surgeon offer an opinion about my situation put my mind at ease. A second provider (not JHU) made me feel that their revenue was more important than my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Dr. Duncan has a great bedside manner and makes me feel comfortable and well cared for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Excellent care. Took time to listen and explain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
I couldn't think any higher of Dr Duncan. He is so knowledgeable, has helped me before (surgery), and bedside manner is excellent. I feel very confident in his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr Duncan saved my life
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2024
Best I ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Dr Duncan was informed on my chart and was caring and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Perfect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Verygoodihadhimmanyyearsover20years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
My Provider is very well communicative. Listened to me very patiently answered all my questions! He is an excellent surgeon!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Dr. Duncan is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and caring. I am so lucky to have found him!!