I have been practicing internal medicine since 1998. I enjoy the daily challenges of taking care of complex diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension (high blood pressure). In addition, I have a strong interest in preventative medicine and preventing diseases before they become a problem. I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. In 2014, I made a decision with my family to move to the Raleigh area to be part of a growing community with a great future. My family and I love spending time together outdoors and look forward to the warmer climate here. I am honored and privileged to be a part of Duke Primary Care. Dr. Bernat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Mitchell Mah'moud is a Hepatologist in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Dr. Mah'moud is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Banti's Syndrome, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Ghassan Al is a Gastroenterologist in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Dr. Al is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Macroamylasemia, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

Kavitha Subramanian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Dr. Subramanian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Rotor Syndrome, and Dubin-Johnson Syndrome. Dr. Subramanian is currently accepting new patients.

Herbert Allen is a Gastroenterologist in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. 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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

Ramesh Konduru is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Konduru is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Konduru is currently accepting new patients.

Julia Hughes is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Crohn's Disease.

Edwin Houng is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Houng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Cirrhosis, and Macroamylasemia. Dr. Houng is currently accepting new patients.

In primary care, we treat common illnesses such as ear infections and urinary tract infections, as well as manage chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Most importantly, we provide strategies for disease prevention and management through health screenings and immunization recommendations. What I enjoy most about primary care is getting to know my patients over time and partnering with them in decisions that positively impact their long-term health. Outside of work, I enjoy yoga, gardening, outdoor festivals and concerts, and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

"I have been a practicing physician for more than 15 years, with experience in both hospital medicine and primary care. My idol and mentor is my uncle, who practiced in rural Hungary for over three decades. He was loved and respected by his community as he built personal relationships and friendships with every family he treated over many years. Spending a lot of summers with him while I grew up made me realize that medicine was the profession I needed to choose. My philosophy of ""listen to what your patient is telling you"" has been proven very effective in getting to the diagnosis fast and efficiently. I enjoy helping people and getting to know the whole person, as people are different and treatment needs to be individualized. I am happily married with five kids (four grown up) and enjoy outdoor activities including hiking, farming and traveling.". Dr. Kiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

I grew up in Utica, New York. I am the oldest of three children and the first in my family to go to college. I practiced as a community pharmacist for six years before I went to medical school. I enjoyed pharmacy, but I wanted to be more involved in patient care. I enjoy general internal medicine because it allows me to help take care of the whole patient. I have been practicing internal medicine in Raleigh since 2000. I am married and have three daughters. My daughters play travel soccer, and I love traveling with them to watch them play. Dr. Griffiths is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

I see adults with infections and those who want to prevent infections. Dr. Wilbur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis C.

As a child, I loved playing doctor with my Barbie dolls. That, combined with my passion for math and science, led me to medical school, and I have never looked back on that decision. It is such a privilege to work toward improving the lives of others. The best part of being a gastroenterologist is the opportunity to help patients with the longest organ system in their body—the digestive tract. Every patient is unique, and it’s important to me to understand each person’s story. I love all aspects of general gastroenterology and have special interests in women's health and colorectal cancer screening, with a growing focus on esophageal disorders. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, and reading non-fiction. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Colonoscopy.

"I believe in full-scope care that addresses illness while embracing the diversity of beliefs and experiences of each individual patient. I am particularly interested in preventative care and the management of the “whole person."" I also am happy to offer office procedures such as joint injections, skin biopsies, and placement of IUDs and contraceptive implants. I became a family medicine doctor to care for people of all ages and identities over the course of their entire lives.". Dr. Sison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

Ayesha Nasir is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Nasir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), High Cholesterol, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Obesity, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Nasir is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Thompson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Jordan is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Jordan has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hepatitis. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Diarrhea.