I am a pediatric nephrologist and work with children with kidney disease. Some of the conditions that we see include congenital malformations of the kidney and the bladder, nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis (inflammation of the kidney filters), and children who are on dialysis or who received kidney transplantation because of kidney failure. I listen carefully to parents when they bring their children to the clinic because they know their children better than any other person, and they are the best advocates for their child. I collaborate a lot with the other doctors in the clinic. Rest assured, when you visit our clinic and I am not around, the doctor who is seeing you knows everything about your child. This is a group practice with a very caring multidisciplinary team. Dr. Gbadegesin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Nephrotic Syndrome, Minimal Change Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant.

Vimal Derebail is a Nephrologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Derebail is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are Glomerulonephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome, Membranous Nephropathy, Lupus Nephritis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Derebail is currently accepting new patients.

I am a general nephrologist and am happy to see patients with chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, polycystic kidney disease, proteinuria, and resistant hypertension. I pride myself on returning telephone calls from my patients promptly and on sending letters to my patients following their clinic visits. What I like most about my practice is that I am able to take care of my patients for many years. Dr. Berkoben is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Acute Kidney Failure.

I came to Duke for medical school in 1981, remained here for all of my training, and joined the faculty in 1991. I enjoy participating in the care of patients in all phases of kidney disease. I have a special interest in kidney transplantation, and I particularly value the opportunity to see the same patient over time. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Renovascular Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant.

I enjoy practicing nephrology and taking care of patients with kidney disorders. My clinical interests include management of uncontrolled high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, acute kidney failure, and fluid and electrolyte disorders. I also have particular interest in the evaluation and management of kidney diseases affecting cancer patients (onco-nephrology). Dr. Ortiz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant.

I am the medical director of the kidney and pancreas transplant programs at Duke Health, and I take care of patients undergoing kidney transplants. What led me into medicine was a passion for taking care of patients. Kidney transplant requires a very complex team, and I enjoy the collaboration among providers and the challenge of helping the team operate more efficiently. I love seeing patients and developing relationships with them. I always try to be very open and candid about the process and plan for care. When I evaluate patients, I always try to view them as a whole person to make sure that transplant is the right choice for them. I grew up in New Mexico but have lived in North Carolina for over two decades. I now consider myself a native North Carolinian and a die-hard Duke fan. In my free time, I am very active with my family and coach soccer and basketball. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome.

Kidney disease can affect anyone, anywhere and at any point in their life. It can be an acute episode or develop into a chronic disease. I enjoy being a Nephrologist because it gives me the opportunity to learn about, educate and empower the patients whose lives are intersected by kidney disease. I take pride in being approachable and accessible to my patients. When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids and exploring all that North Carolina has to offer. Dr. Duronville is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, and Feingold Syndrome.

Anika Lucas is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lucas has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Glomerulonephritis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

David Butterly is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Butterly has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, and Polycystic Kidney Disease.

Ruediger Lehrich is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lehrich has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Low Sodium Level, and Acute Kidney Failure.

I enjoy taking care of patients with a wide variety of kidney disorders. My clinical interests include glomerulonephritis, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, cancer-related kidney disease, and electrolyte disorders. I enjoy working as a team and serve as the clinic director of the nephrology fellows clinic. My goal is to ensure each patient is offered evidence-based treatments and is well informed and educated about kidney health. Dr. Sparks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are Minimal Change Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), and Thin Basement Membrane Nephropathy.

I take care of people with complicated hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic kidney diseases, and dialysis treatments. My niche is taking care of pregnant women with kidney diseases and hypertension, as well as complicated hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and dialysis in the hospital setting. I also take care of long-term follow-ups for patients who have had a kidney transplant. When I meet with a patient, I inform them about what the options are and help them make a decision. The kidney center here at Duke is nationally well-known, and we see patients from all over, including international patients. I always want my patients to know I am available for them, either through MyChart or if they call the office and ask a question; they'll usually get an answer within 24 hours. Dr. Kovalik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis.

I am a transplant nephrologist specializing in the evaluation and care of kidney and pancreas transplant patients. I joined Duke Health in 2023 to lead the living donor kidney transplant program. Our living donor team is actively working to increase access to these life saving transplants by removing barriers to donation and through innovative use of paired donor exchange. Helping people live a longer, healthier life through transplant is my passion. I also value getting to know my patients and their loved ones, and seeing them through life's challenges and successes. I am a native North Carolinian coming back home and am proud to be part of the dedicated transplant team at Duke Health. Dr. Vranic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Liddle Syndrome, Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 2, Cytomegalovirus Infection, and Kidney Transplant.

My clinical practice primarily focuses on the maintenance of kidney function and treatment of kidney related diseases. This includes the treatment of acute kidney injuries (AKI), chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage renal disease (ESRD), kidney inflammatory diseases (glomerulonephritis), protein loss in the urine (nephrotic syndromes), and genetic kidney disorders. I also help to manage the complications that arise with kidney dysfunction including: anemia of chronic kidney disease, kidney-related hormone disorders (secondary hyperparathyroidism), disorders of blood electrolytes and minerals (potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphate), fluid retention issues, and uncontrolled hypertension. Additionally, I help patients when other factors cause kidney disease or dysfunction including: high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, liver disease, auto-immune conditions such as lupus, or adverse effects of medications. Lastly, I help patients who have very low kidney function navigate the transition to dialysis when needed. This includes deciding on the optimal timing of transition to dialysis, modality selection, and the coordination of appropriate dialysis access placement. Dr. Musgrove is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Hypophosphatemia.

As a kidney specialist, I see individuals with various degrees of kidney disease, from early-stage chronic kidney disease to patients on dialysis. The kidney is a stoic organ; it suffers in silence. Because the majority of kidney diseases are not painful, many people with kidney disease are not aware of their condition. Early detection of kidney disease could facilitate preventative care. Therefore, I am passionate about raising awareness about kidney disease as well as introducing remedies that could slow the progression of kidney disease to dialysis. When I am not seeing patients or doing research, I enjoy spending time with my family and biking. Dr. Olabisi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Glomerulonephritis, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Nephrotic Syndrome.

I became a physician to improve the health and well-being of children. I was drawn to the field of pediatric kidney transplantation as it combined my love for immunology and central goal of enhancing patient outcomes. My ultimate goal is to provide individually tailored immune therapy and monitoring to enhance the lives of transplanted children. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Nephrotic Syndrome, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant.

I take care of children with disorders affecting the kidney and urinary tract, including high blood pressure, inherited kidney diseases, kidney stones, urinary tract infections, and abnormalities in the urine, such as blood and protein. I also take care of children with kidney failure requiring dialysis and transplant. It is important to me to not only treat a child’s disease but maximize their quality of life. I find it rewarding to be an advocate, educator, and source of support for my patients and their families throughout their medical journey. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Cystinosis, Glomerulonephritis, Hypertension, and IgA Nephropathy.

I am a pediatric nephrologist who has expertise in chronic kidney disease, dialysis and transplantation. My focus is improving clinical outcomes and quality of life in children with chronic kidney conditions with a particular interest in caring for newborns and infants with kidney disease. Dr. Chua is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrotic Syndrome, Bartter Syndrome, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Kidney Transplant.

Amarnath Ahobala is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ahobala has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

Samuel Theodore is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Theodore has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glomerulonephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.