What makes Duke Health unique in bone marrow transplants is its holistic approach. We take care of the disease -- which is important, because these are very serious, potentially fatal diseases. But at the same time, we pay attention to patients’ emotional and psychological well-being in addition to their physical well-being. And not only for patients but also the whole family, because the caregivers and other parts of the family need attention as well. I wanted to go into medicine, because it was a great way to interact and take care of patients. In my mind, cancer is one of two diseases within internal medicine where you can actually cure people. The best part of bone marrow transplant is that the time between the laboratory and the patient is short. Patients who need a transplant tend to be relatively sick and in need of new therapies. That’s been very intellectually challenging and fun. Dr. Chao is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft.

I am a doctor and researcher who specializes in bone marrow transplants. Patients usually come to me after their cancer treatment has been unsuccessful or when their disease is high-risk and may require further care. When I first see a patient, it is important for me to hear their story, the history of their condition and their treatment goals. This information is important so we can decide, together, which treatments to pursue and to what degree. For me, it is a privilege to get to know where people come from and to help families through their difficult time. I grew up working in a restaurant, so I was exposed to serving the public at an early age. As I became educated, I decided that I wanted to help others in a different capacity, so I pursued medicine. Outside of work, I like spending time enjoying nature and the beauty of North Carolina with my children and husband. Dr. Sarantopoulos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

People in need of a bone marrow transplantation can often be scared or intimidated by what is ahead of them -- my goal, when seeing a new patient, is to devote all the time and effort that is needed to address these emotions. My hope is that after this visit, my patient will feel reassured and hopeful that the Duke team of providers will do all that it can to restore them to health, and allow them to return to their lives. Dr. Horwitz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Jonathan Serody is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Serody is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Serody is currently accepting new patients.

I’m a pediatric blood and bone marrow transplant specialist. I see patients from all over the world, many of whom have very rare diseases. I take care of patients with leukodystrophies, leukemias and other blood disorders that are resistant to standard treatment, and children with brain injuries like cerebral palsy. It’s rewarding to make a difference when treating challenging diseases. I’ve been fortunate over my career to be able to develop new treatments in the laboratory that I take into the clinic to help patients. In fact, here at Duke I was involved in the first cord-blood transplant anywhere in the world. When meeting with patients, I focus on making their experience more than just the medicine. We have a family support program for things beyond medical needs, which is especially helpful for families that are far from home. Outside of work, I like to knit, bike and spend time with my family. Dr. Kurtzberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). Her top areas of expertise are Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, Congenital Athymia, Leukodystrophy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

For more than 20 years, I have had the privilege of taking care of children with some of the most difficult diagnoses, including leukemia, lymphoma, and other cancers, CGD and other immune deficiencies, thalassemia, sickle cell disease, and other blood disorders, and leukodystrophy, MPS, and other inherited disorders. Specializing in bone marrow transplants and hematopoietic cell transplants, I strive for my patients’ success. I feel fortunate to be providing care during a time when advancements in the medical field, fueled by incredible discoveries in immunology, drug development, genomics, and computing, have brought us closer to providing a good donor for almost all patients requiring a BMT or HCT. Dr. Prasad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Non-Langerhans-Cell Histiocytosis, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

I care for patients and families seeking bone marrow transplants, cellular therapies, and gene therapies for high-risk cancers, genetic and metabolic disorders, and primary immune deficiencies. I work closely with a comprehensive team to ensure the best long-term outcomes and quality of life. I am attentive to the needs of my patients, as well as their caregivers and families. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling and exploring new cultures. Dr. Mahadeo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Hepatic Venoocclusive Disease with Immunodeficiency, Leukemia, Infantile Neutropenia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

Gwynn Long is a Transplant Surgeon in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Long has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Colonoscopy.

The Division of Cellular Therapy does bone marrow transplants and stem cell transplants for patients with different types of blood cancers. Specifically, I see patients with multiple myeloma or other plasma cell issues like amyloidosis. Many of the cases in my clinic are difficult. So I spend a lot of time talking with my patients, explaining the disease when they come as new patients and talking about the complexity of the disease, because it’s important that they understand what to ask their physicians here at Duke and at home. There’s no standard treatment for myeloma. We have different options – continuation of therapy, immediate transplant or transplant later. I like to explain to patients why I favor a certain treatment approach and why I think it would be the best approach for them. Dr. Gasparetto is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Colonoscopy.

Richard Lopez is a Transplant Surgeon in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lopez has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I focus on treating patients with blood cancers who are considering stem cell or bone marrow transplantation. There have been significant improvements in transplantation over the last 20 years, which has improved outcomes. These improvements include the ability to use lower doses of chemotherapy to reduce toxicity for patients, as well as strategies to reduce the risk of relapse. I am interested in using new therapies and approaches to improve outcomes after stem cell transplantation for blood cancers. It is important to work together with patients to determine their goals for treatment and select the best path forward. I have enjoyed working with patients and their families for many years after their transplant. Dr. Alyea is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Keith Sullivan is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Hemoglobinopathy, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Endoscopy.

Timothy Driscoll is a Pediatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Driscoll has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Neuroblastoma, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

I specialize in leukemia, myeloid neoplasm, adult bone marrow transplantation, and cellular therapies. I have been inspired by many patients and their loved ones going through the challenging journey to cure underlying leukemia and myeloid neoplasms and feel very privileged to serve them. I am dedicated to clinical research that aims to expand access to bone marrow transplantation and cellular therapies. I am passionate about improving the outcomes of adult bone marrow transplant patients by preventing the relapse of leukemia. In order to do this, we are developing a comprehensive machine learning algorithm to predict relapse after transplantation. I strive to make a meaningful difference in the treatment of patients with hematologic malignancies. Dr. Hong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Since studying basic immunology prior to beginning my clinical training, I have been deeply interested in applying immunological perspective for the treatment of cancers including hematologic malignancies. Interestingly emerging immunotherapies showed very promising results in recent years. In my clinic, I treat patients with multiple myeloma which is one type of cancer arising from plasma cells. My research will focus on developing early phase clinical protocols utilizing novel cellular therapy approach and also improving the outcomes of blood and marrow transplantation. My ultimate goal is to provide better treatment options than the current standard approach to patients. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I treat patients with blood disorders and cancers, and I have a particular interest in helping patients with hematologic blood cancers, like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma, including the use of cellular therapies. I am fortunate to have a great team that works with me. We emphasize providing compassionate, individualized care using up-to-date, evidence-based treatments, including access to clinical trials. My patients are often going through a great deal, and I am devoted to their care. I have lived in this community for several decades and am honored to practice here. Dr. Ramalingam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Schnitzler Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Thomas Shea is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Shea is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Russell Hall is a Dermatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). His top areas of expertise are Bullous Pemphigoid, Pemphigus, Pemphigus Foliaceus, and Pemphigus Vulgaris. Dr. Hall is currently accepting new patients.

Andrea Bauchat is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Bauchat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Granulomatous Disease, Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome, Ataxia-Pancytopenia Syndrome, Juvenile Myelomonocytic Leukemia (JMML), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Sarah Blanchard is a Dermatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Blanchard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). Her top areas of expertise are Netherton Syndrome, Localized Scleroderma, and Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD). Dr. Blanchard is currently accepting new patients.