I am a cardiologist who specializes in advanced heart failure and heart transplant. I always strive to take a fresh look at patients and see what treatments we can offer that they may have not had before. I spend about half of my time doing clinical research that focuses on the outcomes of patients with heart failure and other cardiovascular diseases. We look for opportunities to improve care and new ways to treat heart disease. Our patients are the center of our universe and we look for the best ways possible to treat them. One of my favorite parts of my job is taking care of patients who think the road has ended and being able to offer them several new roads to improve their lives. Dr. Hernandez is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Attack, Thrombectomy, and Heart Transplant.

"I am a cardiologist with a clinical interest in heart failure, including advanced therapies such as cardiac transplantation and mechanical assist devices or “heart pumps."" I became a heart failure cardiologist in order to help patients manage their chronic disease over many months and years. I consider myself strongly committed to compassionate patient care and have a focus on quality-of-life and patient preference. I am an effective communicator with an understanding and sensitivity to diversity and ethical practice. I am part of a clinical care team composed of physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists, and support staff that works together to promptly provide comprehensive patient care. I am motivated to provide state-of-the-art cardiovascular care for my patients.". Dr. Mentz is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Low Blood Pressure, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy.

I am a cardiologist with a clinical and research interest in heart failure. I take care of patients with various types of heart failure, including patients who are best treated with medications and patients who receive advanced therapies like heart transplantation and mechanical assist devices. I became a heart failure cardiologist to help patients manage their heart conditions and best achieve their goals for their health. I am strongly committed to helping patients thoroughly understand their medical conditions and helping them make informed medical decisions aligned with their preferences. Dr. Greene is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiomyopathy, Low Blood Pressure, and Heart Transplant.

Jill Schaeffer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Schaeffer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Schaeffer is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Bianconi is a Hospital Medicine provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Bianconi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Emphysema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Folliculitis. Dr. Bianconi is currently accepting new patients.

Paula Miller is a Cardiologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Miller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

Erik Ohman is a Cardiologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ohman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Attack, Angina, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

Kirkwood Adams is a Cardiologist and an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Adams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Adams is currently accepting new patients.

I am trained in internal medicine with a specialty in geriatrics. This allows me to provide care from young to older adults. My passion has always been to provide meaningful patient care informed by evidence-based medicine and more importantly patient’s health goals. I, along with my care team, emphasize safety, overall healthy lifestyle, and prevention. We are committed to providing you with an exceptional experience. I also focus on cardiovascular management and memory assessment. Additionally, my multicultural background has allowed me to provide patient care in various parts of the world and help further broaden my perspective. Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband and two daughters, traveling, baking, and enjoying the beautiful outdoors of North Carolina. Dr. Illath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

I am a cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure and heart transplants. I see patients across the entire spectrum of heart failure, including early to late stages. In more advanced cases, I discuss the role of therapies, such as devices and heart transplants. My goal is to ensure that each patient receives optimal treatment for their condition. I provide a personalized approach to care and seek to understand the patient's unique story and journey. I enjoy answering questions about different treatment approaches and finding the right one for the patient. My passion for heart failure stems from excitement and appreciation for a growing number of effective treatment strategies in the field, and I look forward to discussing these with my patients. I am active in research, including clinical trials, and would be happy to discuss any opportunities to participate. In my free time, I enjoy getting to know the area, traveling, and spending time with my family. Dr. Selvaraj is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Hypertension, and Cardiomyopathy.

I grew up in a small town in Illinois and was inspired by our family physician to pursue a career in medicine. Once in medical school, I chose to specialize in heart disease and heart failure. As a cardiologist, I care for people living with heart failure, including those who have an LVAD (heart pump) or those who have undergone heart transplant surgery. One of the things I love most about practicing cardiology is being able to care for my patients over time. I often first meet patients and their families in a hospital setting, but then see them in clinic afterward as we work together to manage their illness and improve their health and quality of life. I enjoy getting to know my patients and making personal connections with them as we spend time together. My hope is that my patients feel comfortable with me and that they know I am always here for them. Dr. Devore is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy.

My specialty is heart failure, especially advanced heart failure. We’re one of the largest heart transplant and mechanical support device programs in the world. We have vast experience, both in terms of medicine and surgery and all the things that go along with it. We have a level of expertise across the board, so you’re not just going to get pigeon-holed into one treatment that we happen to be good at. We have the ability to identify what treatment or treatments are best for you, then target each individual therapy for each individual patient. Many of the patients who come to see us have already seen other cardiologists, and many have been told there’s nothing more anybody can do. We try to take a fresh look at each person and we almost always find that there’s something we can do to help – maybe something simple like adjusting medications, or maybe a new device or adjustment of an existing device, or something more dramatic like a heart transplant or mechanical heart device. Dr. Felker is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Low Blood Pressure, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy.

Emily Baker is a Nurse Practitioner in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Ms. Baker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Ms. Baker is currently accepting new patients.

I treat adult patients with a broad range of clinical ailments and obesity. I particularly enjoy disease prevention and geriatrics. My approach to care is holistic, respectful, patient-centered, and guided by science. I strongly believe in the prevention of disease whenever possible. I enjoy seeing patients, getting to know them well, and helping them to achieve their desired goals. Dr. Tushabe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Endocarditis, Renovascular Hypertension, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

Donna Miller is a Geriatrics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Dementia, Vascular Dementia, and Anemia.

Eric Whitsel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Whitsel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Menopause, Obesity, and Long QT Syndrome.

Thelsa Weickert is a Cardiologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Weickert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Arrhythmias, Pulmonary Edema, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Weickert is currently accepting new patients.

Laura Loehr is a Hospital Medicine provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Loehr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Menopause, and Leg or Foot Amputation. Dr. Loehr is currently accepting new patients.

Ben Blomberg is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Blomberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Blomberg is currently accepting new patients.

Cody Deen is a Cardiologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Deen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). His top areas of expertise are Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Edema, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Deen is currently accepting new patients.