Dr. Bharathi Upadhya

As a pediatric cardiologist, I want Duke to be a place where I would send my own children, my own family. For me, that’s the reason to come, that’s our philosophy, that’s how I work, that’s how we feel. I try to explain everything to the children and parents at the same time and make sure that I let the children ask questions, not just the parents. Getting the children involved helps them understand more and not be afraid so much about what’s happening. With adults, it’s more of a decision-making process that involves the whole family. I’m open and honest about what we can do and can’t do, and what I know and don’t know. I’m not telling them what to do, but advising them and we’re working as a group to decide the best treatment options. It’s fun working with children and fun seeing them be happy and get better and grow up. I see children that I diagnosed before birth, and some of them are in high school now. Dr. Camitta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Tetralogy of Fallot, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonic Dystrophy, and Atrioventricular Septal Defect.

I chose to focus my research and practice on heart rhythm problems, because these problems, unlike many other heart conditions, can be cured. New treatment options for heart rhythm problems are rapidly evolving, which also makes this field very exciting. I have been at Duke for nearly 20 years. Both of my parents were involved in health care, so my choice of profession is part of a family tradition. I also went to a school where there was a strong tradition of community service, so I am thrilled that I get to wake up every day and get a chance to make a difference. As a heart rhythm specialist, I have the opportunity to make patients feel better right away without the use of many medications to help manage their condition, which I find extremely gratifying. I moved to North Carolina many years ago because of its natural beauty and still enjoy spending time outdoors as much as I can. I am a trained classical pianist and also play the cello. Dr. Bahnson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Brian Jensen is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Jensen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Cardiac Amyloidosis, Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis, Heart Failure, and Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy.