I am a gastroenterologist and the medical director of the gastrointestinal (GI) program at Duke Raleigh Hospital. I enjoy being at Duke, because our team is one of the most experienced in the Southeastern United States. Most of the patients I see have diseases of the biliary or pancreatic systems including blockages. Some of these can be malignant. When I first meet a patient, I like to know their expectations for treatment. I also like to meet the patient’s loved ones and answer any questions they may have at the very first visit. After we talk, I review the patient’s x-rays and records. The next step is to discuss the results with my colleagues as a team, so we can come up with a unique treatment plan that is personalized for each patient. The most rewarding part of my job is the interaction with patients. If I can provide immediate help, I’m even happier. Dr. Obando is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

My practice centers on the care of patients with digestive diseases. My particular area of interest and expertise is inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. I find my work with patients very rewarding since we now have many more treatment options for patients with IBD and there are more innovations on the horizon. For me, the most important aspect of being a physician is to develop an honest, trust-based relationship with patients which allows us to work together. When I'm not seeing patients, I enjoy travel, movies, museums, reading and growing tropical plants. Dr. Chachu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

A significant portion of my practice involves advanced minimally invasive techniques in thoracic surgery to treat diseases such as lung or esophageal cancer. Another part of my clinical practice is spent taking care of patients with severe lung disease, especially those needing lung transplantation. Patients from all over the world come to Duke for lung transplantation. Research demonstrates that experience is very important in taking care of complex medical problems, both on the surgical side and on the medical side. We have one of the largest transplant centers in the world with excellent survival statistics, as well as the shortest wait list time. Instead of the national average which may be four to six months, our patients wait an average of about two weeks. One of the best aspects of being a patient or working at Duke is the people who work here. No matter how challenging the medical problems may be or what problems may arise, I know there’s a world’s expert a phone call away who can help intervene and I know that my patients will be cared for by committed Duke staff from across the hospital. Dr. Hartwig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Thymic Epithelial Tumor, Endoscopy, and Heart Transplant.

Robert Ferris is an Otolaryngologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Ferris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Human Papillomavirus Infection, Salivary Gland Tumors, Thyroidectomy, and Glossectomy.

Adeyemi Lawal is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Lawal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Riaz Chowdhury is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Chowdhury is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Sanjay Jagannath is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Jagannath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Dina Ahmad is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

I became a doctor because of my lifelong desire to help people. In fact, when asked as a young child to draw a picture of what I wanted to be when I grew up, I drew a picture of myself with a stethoscope. Gastroenterology appealed to me because it involves complaints that almost everyone experiences at some point, and helping people feel better is very gratifying. In my practice, I see adults with common digestive tract issues, including heartburn, abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits, as well as a focus in seeing patients with inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease). I believe spending the time to get a detailed history from each patient is valuable, not only for diagnosing and successfully treating or managing these conditions but also for establishing an open, comfortable physician-patient relationship. Dr. Crocker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

I strive to offer patients at Duke Health the latest advancements and treatment options in the treatment of gastrointestinal and liver disease. It is a privilege to partner with patients and their families in developing care plans that meet the needs and goals of each person. It is my passion to stand next to each of my patients and help them make important decisions about their own health. I remain involved in clinical research and am interested in the role of nutritional wellness in patients with liver disease and those awaiting transplant. When not working, my wife and I are busy with our two daughters. My love for them reminds me of the importance of care for others. Dr. Kappus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

I strongly believe that the doctor-patient relationship is key in the practice of medicine and the most essential component for the delivery of high quality health care in the diagnosis and management of disease. As such, as a gastroenterologist and hepatologist, my favorite part of the day starts with getting to know the patient. I have a passion for taking care of patients with liver disease with a particular interest in liver cancer and liver transplantation. In addition to my clinical interests, I also have an interest in improving how health care is delivered to patients using innovative and cutting edge technologies. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

My mother was a dedicated nurse, and I learned early on what a privilege it is to be involved in the care of others. As a physician, I strive to take care of my patients as if they were a close family member. I have spent most of my career teaching other physicians how to practice gastroenterology, and I always impart to them the importance of being thorough and thoughtful in their evaluations. I see adult patients with a variety of gastroenterology conditions, such as heartburn, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. I have a special interest in performing colon cancer screening and performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower endoscopy. Outside of my work, I love to spend time with my family and play board games, bike, and engage in the occasional indoor snowball fight. Dr. Ghassemi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroparesis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

The majority of patients that I see have abdominal emergencies, from either trauma or some type of infectious problem. I take care of a lot of patients with bowel obstructions, hernias, diverticulitis, cholecystitis (gallbladder trouble), and appendicitis. I also enjoy seeing patients in the office that need planned surgeries for their hernias, gallbladders, and intestinal problems. Dr. Montgomery is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

Aravind Boinapally is a Hospital Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Boinapally has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Acute Kidney Failure, Renovascular Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Asghar Yamadi is a Hospital Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Yamadi has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Eli Chuang is a Hospital Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Chuang has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

Tabinda Nazir is a Hospital Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Nazir has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Pneumonia, Lymphangitis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

Lauren Holmes is a Hospital Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Holmes has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrostomy and Endoscopy.

Eric Chu is a Hospital Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Chu has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

Nadia Hameed is a Hospital Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Hameed has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top area of expertise is Endoscopy.