The 20 Best Kawasaki Disease Doctors Near Me in Durham, NC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 9 doctor with experience in Kawasaki Disease near Durham, NC. Of these, 9 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease

    Duke Children's Health Center Rheumatology Clinic

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

    I take care of kids who have autoimmune diseases, from infancy to early adulthood. Classically, it’s things like arthritis and lupus that are well-known, but there are also more rare conditions that are caused by the immune system misfiring. I have a particular interest in autoimmune brain diseases. I think it’s really important that as a pediatrician you are the child’s doctor first, but you also have to consider how families feel about care. It’s a partnership from the start. We educate families about the risks and benefits and then find a treatment plan that works. I think the best part of being a pediatric rheumatologist is the treatments we have that are so remarkable in our ability to bring kids back to their old life. It is also a specialty that allows you to follow children throughout their childhood and be a part of that journey. That is so rewarding and really fun. Dr. Van Mater is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, Kawasaki Disease, and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Van Mater is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Rheumatology.

    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease

    Duke Children's Health Center Rheumatology Clinic

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

    I take care of children and adolescents who have pediatric rheumatic diseases. These include juvenile idiopathic arthritis, lupus, juvenile dermatomyositis, scleroderma, and vasculitis. I take a particular interest in taking care young people who have different forms of juvenile myositis, which is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks one’s own muscles or skin. In order to be a good rheumatologist, you have to listen to the patient and the family because we don’t have a fancy test that just gives you an answer. The answers come from what the patients and their families share with me. Some of our patients are some of the most challenging and sometimes even the sickest patients, yet we can help them get them much better. For that reason, I find my work is very hopeful because I get to see young people really persevere through very tough times and achieve really amazing things in their lives. Dr. Ardalan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Localized Scleroderma, and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Dr. Ardalan is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Rheumatology.

    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    2351 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zebulon Spector is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Spector is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Congenital Heart Block, and Myocarditis. Dr. Spector is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology.

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    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease

    Duke Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (MRI) Center

    10 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    My clinical interests include the non-invasive assessment of congenital heart disease in the fetus to the adult, with a particular focus in fetal cardiology and patients with single ventricles. I am the director of Duke Pediatric Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging and I am an attending physician in the Duke Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Center. I am an American citizen who was born in England and raised in Canada. I have lived in the United States since I received my undergraduate education at Cornell University. I joined the Duke Children’s Heart Program in 2004. Dr. Barker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transposition of the Great Arteries, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Tetralogy of Fallot, and Partial Atrioventricular Canal. Dr. Barker is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology.

    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Omar Alibrahim is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Alibrahim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) and Kawasaki Disease.

    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease

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    508 Fulton St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Mitchell Krucoff is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years. Dr. Krucoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty. Dr. Krucoff is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Cardiovascular Disease and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease

    Duke Children's Cardiology Creekstone

    4709 Creekstone Dr, 
    Durham, NC 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a cardiologist and researcher who has been at Duke for 25 years. My practice focuses mostly on children who have heart disease. My research involves studying and testing different types of drugs that are used to treat heart problems in children. I chose to be a doctor, because I love to see children grow and develop into healthy adults. Focusing on the heart has allowed me to make a big impact, because I get to treat children for problems while they are young that will improve their quality of life far into their future. Cardiology is also exciting because of the cutting-edge technologies use that we use to treat patients. Duke has an outstanding program for children with heart disease. We take a team approach where we involve the family, the child, nurses, doctors, social workers and others to ensure the best outcome for the child and their family. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Partial Atrioventricular Canal, and Endocardial Cushion Defect. Dr. Li is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology.

    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Family Medicine

    UNC Urgent Care At The Family Medicine Center

    590 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Rayala is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Rayala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Varicose Veins, Peptic Ulcer, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Necrosis.

    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Kawasaki Disease
    Cardiology

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

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

    Casey Gazda is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Gazda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kawasaki Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Murmurs, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Sick Sinus Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Kawasaki Disease?

    Kawasaki disease is a sudden and time-limited (acute) illness that affects infants and young children. Affected children develop a prolonged fever lasting several days, a skin rash, and swollen lymph nodes in the neck (cervical lymphadenopathy). They also develop redness in the whites of the eyes (conjunctivitis) and redness (erythema) of the lips, lining of the mouth (oral mucosa), tongue, palms of the hands, and soles of the feet.

    When should I see a Kawasaki Disease 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 a Kawasaki Disease 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 Kawasaki Disease 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 Kawasaki Disease 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 a Kawasaki Disease 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 Kawasaki Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Kawasaki Disease 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 a Kawasaki Disease 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 Kawasaki Disease 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 Kawasaki Disease 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 Kawasaki Disease doctors near Durham, NC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Kawasaki Disease 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 a Kawasaki Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Kawasaki Disease 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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