The 20 Best Lupus Nephritis Doctors Near Me in North Carolina, US

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The 20 Best Lupus Nephritis Doctors in North Carolina, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 289 doctor with experience in Lupus Nephritis near North Carolina, US. Of these, 225 are Experienced, 50 are Advanced and 11 are Distinguished.

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    Susan F. Massengill
    Pediatric Nephrology | Pediatrics
    Pediatric Nephrology | Pediatrics

    Atrium Health Levine Children's Nephrology

    1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite C, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Massengill is a Pediatric Nephrologist and a Pediatrics provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Massengill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Nephrotic Syndrome, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Minimal Change Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Massengill is currently accepting new patients.

    Donald J. Weaver
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Pediatric Nephrology

    Atrium Health Levine Children's Nephrology

    1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite C, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Weaver is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Weaver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Urethral Valves, Togaviridae Disease, Feingold Syndrome, and Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome. Dr. Weaver is currently accepting new patients.

    Jennifer L. Rogers
    Distinguished in Lupus Nephritis
    Distinguished in Lupus Nephritis

    Duke Lupus Clinic - Clinic 1J

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    As a rheumatologic, I care for people living with a range of autoimmune conditions. As Director of the Duke Lupus Clinic and Duke Lupus Registry, I specialize in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and lupus related conditions. I was drawn to the field of rheumatology because of the complex, multi-system nature of autoimmune diseases and the many exciting advances in immune therapies. Rheumatology is a field where the most important part of my visit is listening and understanding my patients' journey. I work alongside an exceptional group of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, students, researchers, and staff. Together, our goal is to provide compassionate, comprehensive and state-of-the-art care for people living with lupus. Outside of clinic, I enjoy biking, running, and spending time with my family. Dr. Rogers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Fibromyalgia, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

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    Rebecca E. Sadun
    Distinguished in Lupus Nephritis
    Pediatrics | Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Lupus Nephritis
    Pediatrics | Rheumatology

    Duke Children's Health Center Rheumatology Clinic

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I treat all rheumatic diseases with a special interest and expertise in the management of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and antiphospholipid syndrome (APLS). I also have a focus in the area of adolescent and young adult health and am always eager to work with patients in this age group as they develop skills for independently managing their health and navigate the process of transferring from pediatric to adult rheumatology care. Having completed both adult and pediatric rheumatology fellowships, I am fortunate to be able to work with young adult rheumatology patients throughout their transition process. Dr. Sadun is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Fibromyalgia, and Dermatomyositis.

    Lisa G. Criscione
    Distinguished in Lupus Nephritis
    Distinguished in Lupus Nephritis

    Duke Infusion Center South Durh

    234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy the long-term relationships I build with patients as a rheumatologist. My primary areas of clinical expertise in rheumatology are systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE, lupus) and inflammatory myopathies, especially dermatomyositis and the antisynthetase syndrome. I co-founded the Duke Lupus Clinic in 2007. I am also a passionate educator and mentor. I have led the Duke Rheumatology Fellowship Program to train rheumatology doctors since 2008. I chair the Department of Medicine Faculty Development Academy to mentor education scholars, and I serve as the Vice Chair for Education for the Duke Department of Medicine. In this role, I oversee educational programs throughout the Department of Medicine. When not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, exercising, and gardening. Dr. Criscione is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Dermatomyositis, Lupus Nephritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    Jayanth R. Doss
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Rheumatology

    Duke Rheumatology Clinic - Clinic 1J

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy the field of medicine because of the relationships that are built between patients and myself. I place a strong emphasis on educating patients about their conditions and medication. This allows us to go through a shared decision-making process that tailors treatment to the individual. Dr. Doss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).

    Leslie P. Ranken
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine

    Atrium Health Rheumatology

    4525 Cameron Valley Parkway, Suite 4100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leslie Ranken is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Ranken is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD). Dr. Ranken is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael E. Etomi
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

    3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Etomi is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Etomi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Etomi is currently accepting new patients.

    Vivek R. Sanghani
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Freedom

    3158 Freedom Drive, Suite 3101, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vivek Sanghani is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Sanghani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Diabetic Nephropathy.

    Todd F. Griffith
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

    3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Todd Griffith is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Griffith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Griffith is currently accepting new patients.

    Nancy J. Gritter
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

    3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nancy Gritter is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Gritter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Acute Kidney Failure. Dr. Gritter is currently accepting new patients.

    Joel E. Bruce
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

    3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Bruce is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Bruce is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Glomerulonephritis.

    Anjali Singla
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

    3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anjali Singla is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Singla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis.

    Charles E. Stoddard
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Concord

    433 Copperfield Blvd. NE, 
    Concord, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Stoddard is a Nephrologist in Concord, North Carolina. Dr. Stoddard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Diabetic Nephropathy. Dr. Stoddard is currently accepting new patients.

    Jeffrey W. Nielsen
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Huntersville

    9800 Kincey Ave., Suite 150, 
    Huntersville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Nielsen is a Nephrologist in Huntersville, North Carolina. Dr. Nielsen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Matthew R. Elliott
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Freedom

    3158 Freedom Drive, Suite 3101, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Elliott is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Elliott is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrotic Syndrome.

    Chris N. Fotiadis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

    3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chris Fotiadis is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Fotiadis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Fotiadis is currently accepting new patients.

    Gregory J. Merten
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

    10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Merten is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Merten is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Glomerulonephritis.

    Daniel J. Tierney
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

    10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Tierney is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Tierney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Thomas R. Smarz
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis
    Advanced in Lupus Nephritis

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

    10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Smarz is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Smarz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lupus Nephritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Polycystic Kidney Disease.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Lupus Nephritis?

    Lupus nephritis, which is a kidney disorder, is a complication of systemic lupus erythematosus.

    When should I see a Lupus Nephritis doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Lupus Nephritis doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Lupus Nephritis doctors in North Carolina, US?

    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 Lupus Nephritis doctors in North Carolina, US?

    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 Lupus Nephritis doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Lupus Nephritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lupus Nephritis 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 Lupus Nephritis doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Lupus Nephritis 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 Lupus Nephritis 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 Lupus Nephritis doctors in North Carolina, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Lupus Nephritis 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 Lupus Nephritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lupus Nephritis 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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