The 20 Best Acute Intermittent Porphyria Doctors Near Me in North Carolina, US

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The 20 Best Acute Intermittent Porphyria Doctors in North Carolina, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Acute Intermittent Porphyria near North Carolina, US. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Johann H. Hsu
    Advanced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology

    Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute (Rare & Complex Sarcoma)

    1021 Morehead Medical Drive, Suite 3200, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Johann Hsu is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Hsu has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Hemochromatosis, Bone Tumor, Mesenchymoma, and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma. Dr. Hsu is currently accepting new patients.

    Alfred Newman
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Oncology | Hematology

    Novant Health Cancer Institute - Ballantyne

    10905 Providence Rd W Ste 150, Ste 150, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alfred Newman is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Newman has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Mellar P. Davis
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Palliative Medicine | Hematology
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Palliative Medicine | Hematology

    Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute

    1021 Morehead Medical Drive, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mellar Davis is a Hematologist and a Palliative Medicine provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Lung Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

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    Raymond Thertulien
    Advanced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Advanced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria

    Novant Health Cancer Institute - Elizabeth (Hematology)

    125 Queens Road, Suite 610, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Creole, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Raymond Thertulien is a Hematologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Thertulien is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN), Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Internal Medicine

    Pinehurst Medical Clinic Inc

    15 Regional Dr, 
    Pinehurst, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Greg Blakely is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Dr. Blakely is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Kenneth Singhel
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Internal Medicine

    Atrium Health CMC Myers Park Internal Medicine

    1350 S. Kings Drive, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kenneth Singhel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Singhel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Acute Intermittent Porphyria, Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Porphyria, Sickle Cell Disease, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Singhel is currently accepting new patients.

    Julius M. Wilder
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Internal Medicine | Hepatology
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Internal Medicine | Hepatology

    Duke Cardiometabolic Prevention South Durham

    234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy meeting my patients, learning their story and helping them feel better. I pride myself on being a good father, husband, friend and physician. My favorite things to do on the weekend include playing with my sons, drinking wine with my wife, grilling out, working in my yard, eating seafood, watching football and going to church. Dr. Wilder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Jaundice, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology

    Henderson County Hospital Corporation

    805 6th Ave W Ste 100, 
    Hendersonville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Praveen Vashist is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Dr. Vashist is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria

    AdventHealth Hematology Oncology Infusion Services Asheville

    20 Medical Park Dr Ste B, 
    Asheville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Louay Hanna is an Oncologist in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Hanna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria

    Radiation Therapy Associates Of Western North Carolina PA

    20 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anita Deshpande is an Oncologist in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Deshpande is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Acute Mountain Sickness, Hemochromatosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology

    Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

    171 Fairview Rd, 
    Mooresville, NC 
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jack Burton is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Mooresville, North Carolina. Dr. Burton has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Subacute Combined Degeneration, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Family Medicine

    Mountain Area Health Education Center Inc.

    123 Hendersonville Rd, 
    Asheville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brittney Macdonald is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Macdonald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Acute Kidney Failure.

    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Family Medicine

    Erlanger Primary Care-Murphy

    183 Ledford St, 
    Murphy, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stacie Gilmore is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphy, North Carolina. Dr. Gilmore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria

    A Hospital Department Of AdventHealth Hendersonville

    20 Medical Park Dr Ste B, 
    Asheville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Heller is an Oncologist in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Heller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Porphyria, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    Family Medicine

    Charles S Watras MD PLLC

    3765 E US 64 Alt Ste 7, 
    Murphy, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Watras is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphy, North Carolina. Dr. Watras is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Intermittent Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Neuropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Guttate Psoriasis, and Gout.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Acute Intermittent Porphyria?

    Acute intermittent porphyria (AIP) is one of the liver (hepatic) porphyrias. AIP is caused by low levels of porphobilinogen deaminase (PBGD), an enzyme also often called hydroxymethylbilane synthase. The low levels of PBGD are generally not sufficient to cause symptoms; however, activating factors such as hormones, drugs, and dietary changes may trigger symptoms. Although most individuals with AIP never develop symptoms, symptomatic individuals typically present with abdominal pain with nausea.

    When should I see an Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor in North Carolina, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor in North Carolina, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctors in North Carolina, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctors in North Carolina, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor in North Carolina, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor in North Carolina, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctors in North Carolina, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Intermittent Porphyria doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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