The 20 Best Apoplexy Doctors Near Me in Chapel Hill, NC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 142 doctor with experience in Apoplexy near Chapel Hill, NC. Of these, 113 are Experienced, 27 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy

    Office

    160 Dental Cir, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thelsa Weickert is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Weickert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Arrhythmias, Pulmonary Edema, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill,, NC 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ross Simpson is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill,, North Carolina. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Prolapse, Arrhythmias, Heart Attack, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology

    UNC Hospitals Outpatient Center At Eastowne

    100 Eastowne Dr, 
    Chapel Hill,, NC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Vavalle is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill,, North Carolina. Dr. Vavalle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology

    Office

    160 Dental Cir, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Sivak is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Sivak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Heart Attack, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Rossi is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Rossi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Cavender is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Cavender is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Hicks is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hicks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Aortic Valve Stenosis.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sten Solander is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Solander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurology
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurology

    Office

    170 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hae Shin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Shin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Partial Seizure, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    UNC Hospitals Outpatient Center At Eastowne

    100 Eastowne Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Hinderliter is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hinderliter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    UNC Hospitals Outpatient Center At Eastowne

    100 Eastowne Dr, 
    Chapel Hill,, NC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Stouffer is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill,, North Carolina. Dr. Stouffer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Heart Attack.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    UNC Hospitals Outpatient Center At Eastowne

    100 Eastowne Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Klein is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Klein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atherosclerosis.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Vani Chilukuri is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 39 years. Dr. Chilukuri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Chilukuri is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology , , and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Vascular Neurology.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    General Surgery | Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    General Surgery | Neurosurgery

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    My clinical mission is to advance the science and practice of cerebrovascular neurosurgery to new uncharted frontiers. I aim to provide patients seeking neurosurgical treatment at Duke Health with world-class clinical care and surgical management. I partner with patients and their families to achieve excellent clinical and surgical outcomes. I treat patients as I would treat my own family members: with passion, compassion, and respect. I do my best to give patients hope that they might find at other places. I lead a team of scientists and clinicians that strive to make innovative advances in treatment devices, alternative therapeutic agents for cerebrovascular diseases, and surgical approaches. If you or your loved one have a cerebrovascular disease, such as a brain aneurysm, AVM, dural AVF, stroke, intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis, carotid diseases, moyamoya, or vascular tumors, and want world-class care, Duke Health must be your choice. Dr. Hasan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Arteriovenous Malformation, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Hasan is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    My primary focus of clinical practice and research involves the care of patients with stroke and neurological critical illness. I am trained in vascular neurology and neurocritical care. My research focus is on hypothermia and cardiac arrest, as well as in the neurological care of the brain-injured patient who is in intensive care. Dr. Graffagnino is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Apoplexy, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery. Dr. Graffagnino is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology , , and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Vascular Neurology.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    I practice general cardiology, women's heart health, and non-invasive imaging of the heart (echocardiography). The best part of being a cardiologist is the opportunity to educate my patients and their families, learn about their lives, and watch them improve over time. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, cycling on many trails in the Triangle region, and exploring all that North Carolina has to offer. Dr. Upadhyaya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Upadhyaya is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Cardiovascular Disease.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology

    Private Diagnostic Clinic PLLC

    2100 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham,, NC 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Roe is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Durham,, North Carolina. Dr. Roe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Unstable Angina, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy

    Duke Cardiology At Croasdaile

    1821 Hillandale Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I am a cardiologist trained and experienced in preventive cardiology. I have served as the medical director of the Duke Cardiac Rehabilitation Program (formerly DUPAC) since 1994. I specialize in the prevention and treatment of heart disease risk factors before and after cardiac disease develops. I direct a program that uses the principles of balancing energy intake and expenditure to treat heart disease and metabolic diseases, such as diabetes. I also have an active practice for assessment and advice for the older athlete who wants to improve performance – whether he or she has heart disease or not. My research is directed at defining the best exercise regimen for the most benefit. Dr. Kraus is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Metabolic Syndrome, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Kraus is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Cardiovascular Disease and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Cardiology

    Duke Cardiology Arringdon

    5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
    Morrisville, NC 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a general cardiologist who treats patients with a broad range of heart questions, concerns, and problems that may range from prevention of heart disease to acute cardiac care and include conditions, such as high blood pressure and cholesterol, coronary artery disease and heart attacks and their sequelae, long-term follow-up of heart disease patients, and heart disease in women. Dr. Kristin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Cardiogenic Shock, and Arterial Embolism. Dr. Kristin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Cardiovascular Disease.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sidney Smith is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Angina, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Apoplexy?

    Apoplexy is bleeding into an organ or loss of blood flow to an organ. For example,

    • Adrenal apoplexy -- bleeding into the adrenal glands
    • Pituitary apoplexy -- bleeding into the pituitary gland

    Apoplexy most often refers to stroke symptoms that occur suddenly. Such symptoms occur due to bleeding into the brain. It can also occur by a blood clot in a brain blood vessel. Conditions such as subarachnoid hemorrhage or stroke are sometimes called apoplexy.

    Functional apoplexy is when a person appears to be having stroke-like symptoms. However, there is no brain defect.

    When should I see an Apoplexy doctor near Chapel Hill, NC?

    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 Apoplexy doctor near Chapel Hill, NC?

    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 Apoplexy doctors near Chapel Hill, NC?

    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 Apoplexy doctors near Chapel Hill, NC?

    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 Apoplexy doctor near Chapel Hill, NC?

    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 Apoplexy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Apoplexy 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 Apoplexy doctor near Chapel Hill, NC?

    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 Apoplexy 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 Apoplexy 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 Apoplexy doctors near Chapel Hill, NC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy 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 Apoplexy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Apoplexy 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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