After 20 years of clinical and research experience using low carbohydrate, ketogenic diets, I am continually amazed at how health can be improved by just changing the food that someone eats. I use an approach that is simple and effective, and evidence-based. Medical conditions, like type 2 diabetes, obesity, hypertension, GERD, fatty liver, and PCOS, can all be improved or even reversed through food. I am specialized in internal Medicine and obesity medicine, and I am the author of the books End Your Carb Confusion, The New Atkins for a New You, Keto Clarity, and Cholesterol Clarity. Dr. Westman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders.

Ziad Gellad is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gellad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Colorectal Cancer, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gellad is currently accepting new patients.

My goal is to evaluate patients as accurately as possible and determine the cause of problems with memory or thinking. I may order tests to help achieve this goal. Together, we will begin a treatment plan. Part of the plan may be starting a medication, entering a clinical trial, or participating in a research study. I am dedicated to developing, discovering, and using the latest health-related advances to evaluate, diagnose, and treat dementia. My mission is to provide patients the opportunity to participate in research and partner with us in discovering and understanding what causes changes to memory and thinking. Together, we will contribute to finding the cause and the cure. Dr. Johnson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, and Delirium.

Brian Shaner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Shaner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Shaner is currently accepting new patients.

I am a clinical investigator and geriatrician. I enjoy helping to care for older adults who are admitted to the hospital. I have a special interest in patients with multiple chronic conditions, and who are at greatest risk of delirium and other geriatric syndromes that frequently occur in the hospital. Dr. Whitson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Acute Pain.

I see patients with memory disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. In almost every encounter, I feel like I see two patients: the person with the disease and the person taking care of the person with the disease. The caregiver often needs as much attention as the patient because they are under a lot of stress, so I offer helpful tips, advice, encouragement, and resources. These diseases don’t have cures, so I spend a lot of time talking with caregivers, diagnosing the disease, and helping families cope. There are some medicines we use for these diseases, but their effect is fairly limited, so we also try to treat side effects, such as depression or behavioral problems. It’s a partnership between the doctor, the patient, and the family trying to keep the patient as safe, happy, and healthy as possible. I am also involved in research projects and enjoy both seeing patients and studying their diseases in the lab. Dr. O'brien is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Dementia.

I was born and raised in Durham, North Carolina. During middle school, I spent my summer breaks volunteering in the nursing home where my mom worked, which inspired my interest in aging and geriatric medicine. Many years later, as a fellow in geriatric medicine at Duke Health, I returned to that same nursing home to care for its residents. Now, as a memory disorders specialist, geriatric medicine specialist, and physician-scientist, my goal is to provide the highest quality medical care to my patients, centered on their individual values and preferences, while working to develop interventions that maintain their cognition and quality of life. I enjoy building a collaborative relationship with my patients and their loved ones and working with them to develop a personalized, holistic approach to their memory care. Dr. Parker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).

As a behavioral neurologist, my primary goal during clinic visits is to determine if brain function changes in adults above the age of 50 are related to the aging process or are suggestive of a neurodegenerative disease requiring further care. Common neurodegenerative diseases that are evaluated in the clinic include Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, and Lewy body dementia. Another focus during clinic visit is to address all neurological, psychiatric, and medical factors which may impact brain health. It is a privilege and honor to understand a patient's life-long journey. This is an important part of the clinic visit since it allows me to identify various risk factors throughout one's life which may lead to the development of a neurodegenerative disorder. This is also one of the main reasons I chose to become a behavioral neurologist. Dr. Liu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Primary Progressive Aphasia.

As a geriatrician, I specialize in caring for older adults, focusing on conditions like memory loss and falls. I work as part of a team, partnering with the patient, their family or caregivers, and various healthcare team members to provide the best care possible. By understanding someone's goals and priorities, we can align their healthcare with what matters most to them. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and dogs. Dr. Marwell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Delirium, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

"A.T. Still, MD, the founder of osteopathic medicine, once said, ""To find health should be the object of the doctor. Anyone can find disease."" From my early days in medical school, I was taught to look at the whole person, meaning that I see each patient as more than just a collection of parts that may become injured or disease. This holistic approach taught me how to integrate the patient into the health care process as a partner. This basic foundation was expanded upon as I completed both my residence and fellowship at Duke. I like to think that in the years I have been practicing medicine, I have honored those words spoken by Dr. Still. As a board certified family physician, I have sought to promote wellness and wellbeing among my patients at all stages of their lives, through collaborative partnerships with them (and sometimes their caregivers) in what I believe is truly patient-centered care. I look forward to working with you or your loved one in the future. Together, we can find health.". Dr. Bayless is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. 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.

I enjoy general neurology, but have a particular interest in the rehabilitation of individuals with neurological disorders. I previously worked as a physical therapist in an orthopedic clinic in Troy, New York, for seven years. I fell in love with the anatomy of the nervous system during my physical therapy training and again in medical school. Dr. Hawes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Hemiplegia, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Cerebral Palsy.

Daniel Laskowitz is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Laskowitz has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Delirium, Vascular Dementia, and Gastrostomy.

Susan Nicole is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Nicole has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Dementia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).

David Fisher is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Fisher has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Dysgraphia, and Dementia.

I fell in love with neurology on day one of my clerkship year in medical school. To me, the opportunity to help patients and families through complex illnesses is simultaneously challenging and incredibly rewarding. I ultimately chose to sub-specialize in movement disorders because I enjoy being able to form long-term relationships with patients and families, and I'm optimistic that a disease-modifying therapy for Parkinson disease is within reach. I'm also a core faculty member of Duke's Trent Center for Bioethics, Humanities, and the History of Medicine, where I develop programs to help students and trainees understand the patient's perspective, improving clinician resilience and mitigating burnout. Outside of work, I am an avid runner and cyclist, looking forward to exploring trails around the Triangle. Dr. Mantri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

Burton Scott is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Scott has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Essential Tremor.

I see patients with a broad range of movement disorders, including Parkinson's disease, tremors, ataxia, dystonia, tics, and Huntington's disease. I employ deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy for selected patients with Parkinson's disease, tremor, or dystonia, and use botulinum toxin injections for certain patients with dystonia, tremors, or tics. I work with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, therapists, and other health care providers, with the overall goal of helping to improve the lives of patients with complex neurological diseases. Dr. Cooney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Essential Tremor, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

I provide primary care to all ages. I enjoy caring for children through older adults, especially when I see the whole family. I feel lucky to live so close by in the downtown Durham area with my husband and four kids. We regularly take advantage of the ability to walk to many of Durham’s great restaurants, the farmer's market, and activities on the Duke University campus. Dr. Sease is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Kenneth Schmader is a Geriatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Schmader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Flu, Dementia, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Schmader is currently accepting new patients.