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The 20 Best HIV/AIDS Doctors near Durham, NC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 95 doctor with experience in HIV/AIDS near Durham, NC. Of these, 62 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 6 are Elite.

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    Mehri S. Mckellar
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    I am an infectious diseases physician with a focus on persons who have HIV. One of my major clinical and research interests is HIV prevention, such as rapid HIV testing and prevention through pre-exposure prophylaxis or PrEP in which people can take one pill per day to prevent HIV. I serve as the Medical Director of the Duke PrEP Clinic and have a number of projects in the community involving PrEP, including with populations who are difficult to reach. I am originally from Arizona, and love to hike, ski, and spend time with my family and friends. Dr. Mckellar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Nwora Lance
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I am an infectious disease provider and see a wide variety of infectious diseases, including everything from HIV to Hepatitis C to bone and joint infections and everything in between. I want patients to feel comfortable to express their problems in their own words without receiving any judgment from me. I need as much information as I can to do my job correctly, so to me, accessibility is the center of the therapeutic dynamic between my patient and myself. Our division here at Duke runs the gamut of world experts in skin infections to complicated fungal infections to transplant infectious diseases. The thing that inspires me the most about working here is our commitment from all providers, regardless of their research involvement or academic activities, to patient care, and patient care first. I’m proud to be part of that tradition. Dr. Lance is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Gary M. Cox
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Cox is an Infectious Disease provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Cox has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

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    Nathan M. Thielman
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Within the field of infectious diseases, my clinical and research interests are centered around providing optimal care for persons affected by HIV both locally and globally. Dr. Thielman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

    Kristen Dicks
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I help care for people who have been impacted by bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. I see people for a variety of conditions and specialize in care for people living with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and people with chronic lung infections. Dr. Dicks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Swimming Pool Granuloma, Osteomyelitis, and HIV/AIDS.

    Dorothy E. Dow
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Pediatric Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Pediatric Infectious Disease

    Duke Children's Health Center Infectious Diseases Clinic

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Swahili
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a pediatric infectious diseases specialist with a particular interest in global health. I enjoy caring for children with a variety of infectious diseases both at Duke and at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre and Mawenzi Regional Hospital in Tanzania. I believe children are our future, and I take pride in providing excellent health care for the pediatric population across the spectrum of infectious and tropical diseases. Dr. Dow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Pompe Disease, Diarrhea, and Neonatal Sepsis.

    John W. Sleasman
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Allergy and Immunology
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Allergy and Immunology

    Duke Children's Health Center Allergy And Immunology Clinic

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Sleasman is an Allergy and Immunologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sleasman has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), HIV/AIDS, Infantile Neutropenia, and DiGeorge Syndrome.

    Mina Hosseinipour
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    143 W Franklin St, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mina Hosseinipour is an Infectious Disease provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hosseinipour is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Cryptococcosis, Meningitis, and Kaposi Sarcoma.

    Myron Cohen
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Myron Cohen is an Infectious Disease provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, Urethritis, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Joseph Eron
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Eron is an Infectious Disease provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Eron is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, AIDS Dementia Complex, Myelitis, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Lisa Hightow
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lisa Hightow is an Infectious Disease provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hightow is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, Syphilis, and Gonorrhea.

    David Margolis
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Margolis is an Infectious Disease provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Margolis is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Sepsis, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Myelitis.

    Joseph Tucker
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Elite in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Office

    130 Mason Farm Rd, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Tucker is an Infectious Disease provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Tucker is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Syphilis, HIV/AIDS, Gonorrhea, and COVID-19.

    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Office

    2100 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Hicks is an Infectious Disease provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hicks is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Syphilis, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a medical specialist in the treatment of Infectious Diseases. My clinical focus is treating infections in patients with highly compromised immune systems, especially patients with HIV infection or organ transplantation. I also have an academic interest in medical education and the interaction of microbes and host immune cells. Dr. Andrew is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Cryptococcosis, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and HIV/AIDS.

    Jason E. Stout
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Stout is an Infectious Disease provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Stout has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, Nocardiosis, and Osteomyelitis.

    Christopher W. Woods
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Woods is an Infectious Disease provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Woods has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, COVID-19, Flu, and Dengue Fever.

    Vance G. Fowler
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vance Fowler is an Infectious Disease provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Fowler has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Endocarditis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Infective Endocarditis.

    Richard Frothingham
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Haitian Creole
    Offers Telehealth

    For the past 25 year, my practice has focused on persons with HIV infection. It has been a great joy for me to watch the progress that has been made in treatments for HIV infection over this period. Dr. Frothingham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Deng Buok
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Duke Infectious Diseases Clinic - Clinic 1K

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I’m an adult infectious diseases specialist with a clinical focus on patients presenting with general infectious diseases and people living with HIV/AIDS. I have a research interest in understanding strategies to increase the uptake of HIV services among people at risk or living with HIV. Dr. Buok is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Actinomycosis, Actinomycosis, Nocardiosis, and Blastomycosis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of HIV/AIDS?

    Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). When a person becomes infected with HIV, the virus attacks and weakens the immune system. As the immune system weakens, the person is at risk for getting life-threatening infections and cancers. When that happens, the illness is called AIDS. Once a person has the virus, it stays inside the body for life.

    When should I see an HIV/AIDS doctor near Durham, NC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an HIV/AIDS doctor near Durham, NC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank HIV/AIDS doctors near Durham, NC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by HIV/AIDS doctors near Durham, NC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an HIV/AIDS doctor near Durham, NC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the HIV/AIDS doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different HIV/AIDS doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an HIV/AIDS doctor near Durham, NC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my HIV/AIDS doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my HIV/AIDS doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female HIV/AIDS doctors near Durham, NC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the HIV/AIDS doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an HIV/AIDS doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the HIV/AIDS doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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