I grew up in upstate New York and moved down here for medical school and loved the area and stayed. I am married with two children. I have been at this practice since graduating residency in 2008 and have enjoyed working with the staff and patients in this area. Dr. Berstler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3.

I have been in practice at Duke Primary Care Butner-Creedmoor for seven years. I spent my first career practicing medicine in the U.S. Air Force. I was privileged to serve my country and now feel privileged to work in the Duke health system. I went into family medicine because I enjoy getting to know my patients and seeing them over the long term. I enjoy all aspects of family medicine and enjoy seeing all ages. I especially enjoy chronic illness management and sports medicine. I hope to spend the rest of my medical career being a family medicine physician for Duke Primary Care. I am married and have three children. I enjoy being outdoors, hiking, cycling and exploring new areas. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Natalie Hobdy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Creedmoor, North Carolina. Dr. Hobdy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Hobdy is currently accepting new patients.

Jolene Jean-Gracia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Creedmoor, North Carolina. Dr. Jean-Gracia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Jean-Gracia is currently accepting new patients.

Elizabeth Baltaro is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Creedmoor, North Carolina. Dr. Baltaro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypertension. Dr. Baltaro is currently accepting new patients.

Craig Hoffmeier is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Creedmoor, North Carolina. Dr. Hoffmeier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Samuel Theodore is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Theodore has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

Tomasz Ryszard is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ryszard has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.

Charles Ian Cooperberg is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ian Cooperberg has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Diabetic Nephropathy, and Nephrosclerosis.

John Strittmatter is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Oxford, North Carolina. Dr. Strittmatter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Strittmatter is currently accepting new patients.

Amarnath Ahobala is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ahobala has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

I believe the path to better health starts with clear communication and a commitment from both the patient and the doctor. I live my life as my father, who was also a physician, taught me. I encourage myself and my patients to realize that today is an opportunity that may not present itself tomorrow and enjoy what you have, as there are many blessings even if you don’t see them. I enjoy spending time in nature and believe it has healing powers – nature is the best “reset button” in life. I love to challenge myself with outdoor sports including running marathons, biking, hiking and yoga. Dr. Chazli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

I grew up in New Orleans in a family of doctors and health care professionals. I practiced internal medicine there for 20 years before moving to Durham. As an internal medicine primary care doctor, I want to have a collaborative relationship with my patients. It is my goal to empower patients to maintain and improve their health. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, yoga, playing guitar, and traveling with my wife and three children. Dr. Imseis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Caroline Sloan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sloan has been practicing medicine for over 5 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Adrenal Cancer, Obesity, and Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).

I am a clinical nephrologist and care for patients with acute and long-standing kidney disease. I have a particular interest in rare kidney diseases and the impact genetics have on kidney disease. I enjoy reading and am a history and literature buff. Dr. Punj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Tubular Necrosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Acute Kidney Failure.

I practice patient-centered, evidence-based medicine. I use a motivational style to support patients in making positive changes for health. As an educator in the internal medicine program, I supervise and teach our residents throughout their training. As chair of the Evidence-Based Medicine Task Force for the Society of General Internal Medicine, I work toward communicating evidence effectively to improve patient care on a national level. Dr. Zipkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Lawrence Greenblatt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Greenblatt has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Meniere Disease, Tumefactive Multiple Sclerosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

I knew from an early age that I wanted to be a primary care physician like my grandfather. His passion for his work is one that I now share. I firmly believe in the importance of prevention and make every effort I can to engage my patients before they become ill, so they can remain happy and healthy members of their communities. I feel honored that my patients have chosen me to serve as their primary care physician. It is a privilege to share in people’s experiences, especially when they are feeling most vulnerable. When I'm not practicing medicine, I am trying to soak up every moment I can get with my wonderful wife and two incredible kids. I also love music and play the banjo, piano, and cello. Dr. Halpern is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Romin Bonakdar is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Bonakdar has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Renovascular Hypertension.

Neil Stafford is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Stafford has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Sepsis, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.