As a surgeon that specializes in the vascular system, which is the body's network of blood vessels, I appreciate that there are many different ways to significantly help people. I truly believe making a connection with a person is one of the most important aspects in patient care. I don’t tell my patients what decision to make about their health. It's my job to understand the priorities in their life and then give them information and guidance to make their own decision. In doing so, a stroke can be prevented by repairing arteries to the brain. Fixing an aneurysm, which is caused by a weakness in the wall of an artery, can save someone from hemorrhaging to death, and treating the arteries to the legs can prevent an amputation or help reduce some causes of severe leg pain. Dr. Shortell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Thrombectomy.

Allison Gard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Gastroparesis.

"A.T. Still, MD, the founder of osteopathic medicine, once said, ""To find health should be the object of the doctor. Anyone can find disease."" From my early days in medical school, I was taught to look at the whole person, meaning that I see each patient as more than just a collection of parts that may become injured or disease. This holistic approach taught me how to integrate the patient into the health care process as a partner. This basic foundation was expanded upon as I completed both my residence and fellowship at Duke. I like to think that in the years I have been practicing medicine, I have honored those words spoken by Dr. Still. As a board certified family physician, I have sought to promote wellness and wellbeing among my patients at all stages of their lives, through collaborative partnerships with them (and sometimes their caregivers) in what I believe is truly patient-centered care. I look forward to working with you or your loved one in the future. Together, we can find health.". Dr. Bayless is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

My interest in surgery came from a fascination in our ability to interrupt a disease process and the body’s ability to heal. I have dedicated my practice to surgical oncology of the breast, as I am passionate about helping women understand this complex and extremely personal diagnosis. Having walked through breast cancer with a family member, I recognize the importance of accurate risk assessment and informed decision making tailored to one’s own principles of health and wholeness. I am committed to providing compassionate care, alleviating fears of the unknown, and listening to the needs of my patients to obtain the best possible outcome. Dr. Rosenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Gastrostomy.

"I am a vascular surgeon with the training and experience to treat the full scope of vascular disease, however I do have a passion for preventing amputations. I have spent my career building both technical and academic expertise in the field of limb preservation for patients with diabetes and vascular disease (peripheral artery disease/PAD). My academic focus is on addressing health disparities related to amputation and working in underserved communities to achieve health equity through sustainable, community focused programs. Clinically, I have come to Duke to build a comprehensive multidisciplinary Threatened Limb Clinic. At our clinic, we work together with podiatry and wound care to closely care for our patient population and give them the ""TLC"" they deserve.". Dr. Minc is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement.

I enjoy partnering with patients on lifestyle modification and managing complex medical issues using both conventional and complementary approaches. I have a special interest in mind-body medicine. I started my medical career with seven years in private practice in Green Bay, Wisconsin, providing office-based, hospital, and nursing home care. In 2002, my family and I set off for the warmer climate of North Carolina in order to live in an area with a more ethnically diverse population and a longer growing season. I joined Durham Medical Center, a part of Duke Primary Care. In 2012, I helped create the Duke Integrative Primary Care Program. Dr. Blackford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), Congenital Lipoid Adrenal Hyperplasia, and High Cholesterol.

It is humbling to meet patients as they face a difficult diagnosis of breast cancer and/or breast abnormalities. As a breast surgical oncologist, my goal is to help alleviate that burden by surgically removing the tumor and to aid in restoring wholeness. The legacy of my role model Mr. Fred Rogers, is to find opportunities (in medicine) to show one another kindness. “You make each day a special day. You know how, by just your being you. There’s only one person in this whole world like you. And people can like you exactly as you are.”. Dr. Modell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Ileostomy.

Throughout my career, one fundamental principle has guided my approach to patient care. For each patient, I strive to provide the kind of care that I would want for my own family and bring my best expertise, judgment and empathy to guide patients to restore and maintain long-term health. I know that the work that I do isn’t just for the patients who I directly care for, but it affects the whole family. Being a mother and a wife helps bring that perspective to the work I do. I never lose sight of how important it is to treat the whole family and to recognize the effects of disease on it. I believe that Duke offers patients the best and most advanced care that they can get anywhere in the world. I’ve been touched by cancer in my life. Just being on the receiving end of health care makes you very sensitive about the things required for the patient to feel like they are getting the best possible care. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

I practice patient-centered, evidence-based medicine. I use a motivational style to support patients in making positive changes for health. As an educator in the internal medicine program, I supervise and teach our residents throughout their training. As chair of the Evidence-Based Medicine Task Force for the Society of General Internal Medicine, I work toward communicating evidence effectively to improve patient care on a national level. Dr. Zipkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Lawrence Greenblatt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Greenblatt has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Meniere Disease, Tumefactive Multiple Sclerosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

Barbara Sheline is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sheline is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Patrick O'brien is a Physiatrist and a Palliative Medicine provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. O'brien has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Adam Wenzlik is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Wenzlik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Poorvi Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium Tremens, Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency, and Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency.

Althea Massenburg is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Massenburg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Michael Richards is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Richards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Jan Leigh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Leigh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Exogenous Lipoid Pneumonia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.

I’m an internal medicine doctor who sees adult patients for a wide variety of issues. When I meet a patient, it’s really important for me to find out who they are and what matters to them in their care, beyond just a list of diagnoses or medical problems. I love medical education and my favorite part is when I have a chance to work with a doctor who’s learning how to listen and take a patient’s history. I encourage them to ask questions and take enough time with the patient so that they don’t just know the basic factors of this person’s “chief complaint.” At Duke, the staff is interested in caring for each patient and learning how circumstances impact their health and quality of life. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children. I also like to sing, play guitar and piano and go see performances and concerts. Dr. Patrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Alex Cho is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Cho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Donna Tuccero is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Tuccero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lymphedema. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.