Peter Turk, MD, FACS
Complex General Surgical Oncology
About Me
Biography
I am the medical director of surgical oncology at Novant Health Cancer Institute, and co-director of the breast cancer program at Novant Health.
Having graduated with Alpha Omega Alpha honors from medical school, I am passionate about clinical research and have authored/coauthored many textbook c...
Languages
- English
Gender
Male
What I Treat
Specialties
- Complex General Surgical Oncology
My Medical Background
Medical school
Indiana University - Indianapolis (1985)
Residency
General Surgery - University of Tennessee Center for Health Sciences (1990)
Fellowship
Surgical Oncology - Brown University (1992)
Board certifications
- General Surgery
Years of experience
Over 15 years of experience
Insurance Details
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Feb 2024Dr. Turk is the absolute best surgeon in Charlotte.
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Feb 2024Dr. Turk is incredibly easy to interact with. I enjoyed meeting him despite the circumstances
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Feb 2024Very caring and compassionate care
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Feb 2024This was my first visit to Dr Turk and his staff and they were amazing !
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Feb 2024Dr. Turk and his staff were friendly, professional and knowledgable. They are the best. First rate! Will always choose Dr. Turk for all my surgical needs. No one better! Thank you!!
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Feb 2024super team and I do mean team. From the doc to the receptionist they all talk as if they'd been working together forever I love them!
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Feb 2024Dr Turk and the staff did a great job.
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Jan 2024I was informed about my condition and hoe we will be treating it. I was talked to so I understood everything. Great experience.
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Jan 2024Wonderful Doctor and staff - Novant really cares about the patients
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Jan 2024Dr Peter Turk was wonderful
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Jan 2024Dr. Turk is the best
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Dec 2023This is a very difficult and intimidating experience… everyone in this whole department was awesome!!! SO APPRECIATIVE!! Thank you!!
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Dec 2023Excellent experience
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Dec 2023Dr Peter turk is an amazing dr. It was a blessing to be in his care
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Dec 2023First time meeting Dr. Turk. He made you very comfortable with his explanation of my pathology report and my procedure
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Dec 2023The staff and professionals were great and very kind and caring. When I had fears about having breast cancer, they were wonderful and I would recommend them to everyone with breast cancer qsuestions.
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Dec 2023Dr. Peter Turk is a very informed and knowledgeable physician . He is great!
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Nov 2023Dr. Peter Turk is an excellent physician. I trust him with my life.
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Nov 2023Dr. Peter Turk was wonderful explaining my diagnosis and treatment. His staff was also very efficient.
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Nov 2023Dr. Turk and his staff went out of their way to make sure I was well cared for and had all of my needs met. I would gladly recommend him to anyone in need of his specialized care!
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Nov 2023Dr. Turk is simply the best! I'm so glad he was my surgeon. I highly recommend him for anyone going through breast cancer treatment.
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Nov 2023Dr Turk is so warm and caring it makes things so much easier to bear
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Nov 2023Dr. Turk is very personable and professional. He listens and puts one at ease. I felt very confident in his care.
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Nov 2023Dr. Turk is excellent. He is very talented, compassionate, and kind. I thank God every day that I found him.
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Oct 2023Great Doctor and Staff Members.
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Oct 2023Possibly the most agreeable office atmosphere I’ve ever encountered. Everyone was very professional and very personable.
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Oct 2023On a first visit to the Cancer Center is alittle overwhelming. Dr Turk and his staff made me feel comfortable with all that was happening, answered any questions above all, made me feel I was in good hands.
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Oct 2023Dr.Turk is most qualified in his field, very courtious and informative. Had all Infomation ,Graphs, and Charts at hand for confident and through explanation of my condition, witch put me completely at ease with the upcoming procedure. The entire staff are so professional and accomodating. This is the epitomy of what health care should be. Thank You
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Oct 2023Dr. Turk was compassionate, helpful, caring and understanding?
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Oct 2023Dr. Turk is an excellent surgeon and a caring and delightful person. Great bedside manner. All his staff are trained to have a real care for the patient as well. Just a perfect experience!
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Oct 2023Dr Turk was highly recommended and did not disappoint. So compassionate, listened and explained everything in a way I could understand.
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Oct 2023Dr. Turk is the best! He asks questions, he listens, he makes sure I understand what he has told me. His nurse was also attentive and kind.
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Sep 2023I'm very happy that I went to see Dr. Turk. He, as well as his entire staff, were a total pleasure. I'm v
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Sep 2023Dr Turk and the staff are very professional and caring. I would recommend them without reservation.
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Sep 2023First time meeting Dr. Turk and I can see why he is highly recommended. He was kind, attentive, thorough. Felt at ease with him. All the staff was kind.
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Sep 2023Dr. Turk is an excellent doctor. He listens attentively and looks you in the eye. His nurse, Renee, is so quick to get things done properly. I have so much confidence that my coming surgery will go ver well.
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Sep 2023Everybody was Excellent, Great nurses technicians and Doctors
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Sep 2023Dr Turk talked in a very calm, caring way. I hope thing go as well as we expect.
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Aug 2023Dr Turk and his staff are personable, courteous, efficient and professional! My appointment with him was warm and informative. I felt I could ask him anything. He is warm and appears to be truly caring. I felt that I was extremely lucky to have him as my surgeon and will recommend him to anyone else who may have a need for his services. It was truly my pleasure to have him as one of my doctors!
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Aug 2023Dr Turk and his staff are the best
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Aug 2023Dr. Turk and his staff are AMAZING
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Aug 2023Dr Turk is probably the best breast surgeon in Charlotte. He got me thru triple neg breast cancer 5 years ago, unfortunately it has returned. I have great faith in Dr Turk. He and his team are the best!
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Aug 2023Everyone in this office is above average. They make you feel special! They make you comfortable that you will be well cared for!
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Aug 2023I left feeling somewhat better ….I will feel more confident once the procedure & treatment are completed & successful .
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Aug 2023Dr. Turk and his office were great. Especially since this was my first visit to the Cancer Institute.
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Aug 2023Dr. Turk and his Nurse Practitioner provided exceptional care at my appointment. I left feeling at such ease as well as encouraged. All of my questions were answered before I even had to ask. Dr. Turk was thorough, kind, and professional. It is evident that he cares for his patients and is passionate in his calling as a physician. I am thankful I was referred to Dr. Turk!
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Aug 2023Dr Turk is wonderful!
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Aug 2023Great visit with Dr. Turk. I got job in quickly and he was great. Very professional and empathetic.
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Aug 2023Dr. Turk and his staff and kind hearted, caring, yet professional people who made me feel better with the diagnosis I am facing.
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Aug 2023Very accommodating, courteous, and professional staff.
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Aug 2023Everyone listened and treated me with concern and kindness and very helpful to move forward with the next step
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Aug 2023Dr. Turk and the staff did an excellent job of taking care of me. Everything was explained and clear.
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Aug 2023From check-in all the way through the checkout process, all were exceptionally kind and friendly.
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Jul 2023Everyone was very helpful and friendly.
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Jul 2023Wonderful MD, great staff, beautiful facility, extremely clean and shiny
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Jul 2023Dr Turk and Alyson Dean are superior professionals and Ambassadors for your organization.
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Jul 2023Everyone was extremely helpful
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Jul 2023Great facilities and care
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Jul 2023It was a relief talking to a cancer specialist who explained everything that is happening to me and to discuss a cure.
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Jul 2023Dr. Turk had reviewed my records and my needs before he came in the room. He understood what I needed. That is so rare! I felt as if he cared for my needs. And the scheduling ladies were so kind and compassionate!
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Jul 2023Everyone was pleasant, professional, and very helpful!
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Jul 2023The kindness and courtesy of all the staff and nurses very well done
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Jun 2023Every person that I met was kind and friendly
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Jun 2023Doctors and staff are wonderful. Treated me very well listened answered questions. No complaints at all.
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Jun 2023I saw Dr Turk. I could not ask for a nicer more informed doctor. I feel very confident in his care.
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Jun 2023Dr Turk gave us information as to the treatment that my wife would need and the options and answers that we asked about the treatments. The staff was very kind and of great help.
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Jun 2023I like the staff and everyone was very nice and I worked together as a team and made you feel comfortable as it
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Jun 2023All staff and doctors were professional, explained my conditions and options, and treated me with respect and care.
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Jun 2023Everything was good , now waiting on call to see when I will have surgery, Hope soon
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Jun 2023The most professional and personally caring staff and doctor I could hope for, with a happy sense of humor. I was most impressed and appreciated their care.
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May 2023Great doctors and nurses
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May 2023Dr Turk is amazing. An exceptional and caring surgeon and a gifted doctor. I feel very fortunate to have him.
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May 2023Dr. Turk makes me feel my routine care is important to him- which is appreciated. He knows the specifics of my issues and recalls details. His team seems to hold the same values.
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May 2023Doctor Turk is polite and professional. He takes time to sit and go over all of my questions that I have written down. He treats me with compassion and dignity. He never acts rushed. He treats my health as a whole - mentally and physically- giving great self care tips of exercise, diet, and emotional well-being. That is most impressive.
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May 2023Dr Turk is amazing! He has such a calming presence and is passionate about the health and care of his patients. I felt like I was being treated as a person versus a case or file number. He took his time and answered my questions in layman’s terms. I cannot say enough good things about this visit.
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May 2023Dr Turk and his staff were very personable and helpful.
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May 2023Dr. Turk is thorough and has an excellent manner. He is thoughtful, knowledgeable, professional and kind.
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May 2023Everyone is very kind in an upsetting situation.
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Apr 2023Dr. Turk was very professional and personable.
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Apr 2023Met all expectations
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Apr 2023With my breast cancer diagnosis, I was a bit nervous, but everyone treated me with such kindness and gave me more than enough information to make good decisions about my treatment. Not sure which appointment you are asking about, but every appointment has been excellent.
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Apr 2023Dr. Turk and his staff are excellent! Dr. Turk has top notch bedside manner and wonderful personality! Very pleased with my visit. Thank you
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Apr 2023Dr. Turk is a wonderful, caring physician and a terrific surgeon!
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Apr 2023This provider has excellent bedside manners, and very knowledgeable of his job. Spent time with me, without rushing my visit, and answered all my questions.
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Apr 2023I felt so good about everything from the minute I walked in. I am so glad I came.
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Apr 2023From the time at check in to the pre prep before the doctor to the exam itself very professional and thorough, extremely pleased.
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Apr 2023staff was wonderful
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Apr 2023Dr. Turk and his staff are always very pleasant and helpful.
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Mar 2023I was extremely impressed with the entire experience with Dr. Turk and his office. Very responsive and helpful. Thank you
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Mar 2023Felt very comfortable talking to Dr turk. Felt that he really listen to me and took in consideration my concerns. Very friendly yet professional. I did not feel anxious after we spoke with him.
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Mar 2023Friendly, caring, evidenced concern for me, made me comfortable
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Mar 2023Dr Turk is fantastic. He gives factual information in a way a patient can understand it. Great doctor.
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Mar 2023I was treated very well by all the staff that I came in contact with.
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Mar 2023great team
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Mar 2023Dr Turk and his staff were all amazing. From the time we walked into his office until the time we left, we were amazed at the kindness and compassion they exhibited. I’m glad I chose Novant and Dr Turk and his team to provide my care.
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Mar 2023While shopping for a new Insurance plan recently, I specifically chose one that is affiliated with Novant. I always get the most amazing care at their facilities.
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Mar 2023The staff were very professional with a great sense of care. In return I were relax about my appointment.
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Mar 2023From the beginning of scheduling and referral, the office schedule was incredibly responsive. The physician was very attentive and easy to talk to and put me at ease during my procedure.
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Mar 2023The doctors and nurses were very professional and conveyed competence about my medical condition. I do not know how I can show my appreciation other than following their instructions so that all of their efforts and energy has the best outcome.
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Mar 2023Everyone I encountered was helpful and very pleasant. Dr. Turk is fantastic
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Mar 2023Dr Turk is an excellent Dr I was very pleased I chose him. I think he is a highly skilled surgeon. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
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Mar 2023Very informative appointment with a kind demeanor. Excellent.
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Mar 2023This was an exceptional visit. My first time seeing Dr. Turk and his team. Simply superb. He and each member of his team were outstanding. They listened with a terrific sense of sincerity; they were very forthcoming and informative on the "Road Ahead."
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Mar 2023Dr. Turk was my surgeon when I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016. I only trusted him with this new tumor and surgical issue. Very thankful he was willing to take care of this issue.
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Location
Primary location
Wheelchair accessible
125 Queens Road, Suite 520
Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone: 980-302-6500
Fax: 980-302-6505