I am the division chief for Stroke and Vascular Neurology in the Department of Neurology at Duke Health. I see stroke patient in the emergency department, inpatient service as well as in the outpatient clinic. I also treated post-stroke limb spasticity, a disabling complication after stroke. In addition to the patient care, I also run a brain modulation and stroke recovery lab at the Duke University campus to study stroke patients in my lab to develop new stroke recovery therapy. On my days off, my boys and I are big on fishing. I enjoy drinking and collecting tea. As a stroke doctor, I do not drink coffee at all (there is a reason for it). If you come to see, I will tell you. Dr. Feng is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Spasticity, Hemiplegia, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

I am a vascular neurologist, and my passion is to help patients suffering from strokes, maximize their recovery, improve quality of life, and prevent recurrent strokes. Stroke is a sudden and often unexpected event that is life changing for many. In my clinical practice, I care for stroke patients along the continuum from the hospital to the clinic setting. My approach to clinical care is to get to know the person I am treating, establish their priorities for their medical care, and work with them to identify strategies to address their concerns and achieve desired outcomes. Dr. El Husseini is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Apoplexy, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

Swaroop Pawar is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Pawar has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

As a dedicated neurologist with a specialization in general and vascular neurology, I primarily treat patients suffering from stroke. Due to the preventable nature of stroke, I strive to focus on the stroke etiology. My work includes participation in innovative clinical trials primarily on stroke identification and later rehabilitation, allowing me to bring the latest treatments to my patients. My decision to pursue neurology was driven by a fascination with the intricacies of the human brain and a desire to provide tangible relief to those affected by neurological disorders. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy people and nature photography. Dr. Shekhar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Vani Chilukuri is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Chilukuri has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement.

I am a stroke-trained neurologist and neurohospitalist. I mainly manage acute neurological conditions in the hospital setting, and help direct Duke Regional Hospital's stellar acute stroke program, where we are recognized by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center. I am very interested in how we, as health care providers, deliver neurologic care in the hospital, and how we can improve that care and resulting health outcomes. I also see patients in clinic with cerebrovascular diseases, stroke, and aneurysms and manage these diseases long-term. When I am away from the hospital I enjoy spending time with my wife and our young daughter, and participate in auto racing and high performance driving events. Dr. Ehrlich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, Thrombectomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

Peter Fecci is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Fecci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Fecci is currently accepting new patients.

John Barr is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Barr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Barr is currently accepting new patients.

Jairon Downs is a Physiatrist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Downs has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Muscle Atrophy.

Qing Hao is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

Shreyansh Shah is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Mac Grory is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mac Grory is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Mac Grory is currently accepting new patients.

Patrick O'brien is a Physiatrist and a Palliative Medicine provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. O'brien has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Wing Ng is a Physiatrist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ng has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

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 Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Arteriovenous Malformation, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

Hailing from the Great Plains of Kansas, my neurology origin story can be traced back to the neuroanatomy lab. Learning about the brain helped me choose to pursue a career specializing in stroke care. Throughout my training, I've seen how devastating strokes can be and preventing strokes from happening in the first place continues to be key in the fight against stroke. Stroke prevention requires the dispersion of accurate information to the general public, and it brings me great joy to be an advocate for the community in regards to spreading this important education. In addition to educating the general public, I am also passionate about educating others within the medical field. Helping to train the next generation of medical professionals while keeping up to date with the latest research is an exciting endeavor, and you will often see me accompanied by learners at various stages in their career. Dr. Le is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Apoplexy, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

I specialize in skull base tumors, certain vascular tumors that affect the brain, brain aneurysms, and strokes. Skull base tumors usually occur in a hard-to-reach area where there are a lot of sensitive structures. I have devoted many hours to perfecting my technical skills and my surgical approaches. Skull base tumors tend not to be malignant, so if you can remove the tumor cleanly, you can cure the patient. It's thrilling to be able to reassure the patient and family that they don't have to worry about this disease anymore. Having these conditions can be a scary time in patients’ lives, and I have committed myself to helping them through the process. It's also important to be able to perform surgery in a setting where the patient has the best likelihood of a good outcome. That's what makes Duke stand out: We do rare things frequently and, as a result, we're quite good at them. Dr. Zomorodi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Endovascular Embolization, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

My research and clinical focus is cerebrovascular disease, specifically the treatment of brain aneurysms, brain arteriovenous malformations, carotid disease, Moya-moya and stroke. I also treat patients with brain tumors and spine issues. In general, I like to analyze complex problems and propose simple solutions. In neurosurgery, typically, the simplest solution is the safest. Your safety and best possible treatment is my number one priority. More often than not, you may be surprised to learn that after thorough analysis of all the information, you may not need treatment, but instead careful observation. If treatment is indicated, I provide a comprehensive spectrum of care including radiosurgery, minimally invasive treatment in the cathlab, and open surgery. At Duke, I love to be able to offer these services as a member of a friendly and fabulous team. In addition, I am proud to be able to provide the newest clinical treatment options available. My ultimate goal is to further improve patient experience and outcomes. My hobbies are playing the piano, hiking, skiing and gardening, which I enjoy together with my wife and four children. Dr. Hauck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

I am a neurologist who specializes in caring for people while they are in the hospital. In order to provide the best medical care, I explain clearly what is happening and what it may mean for the future. Dr. Powers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.