I strive to offer patients at Duke Health the latest advancements and treatment options in the treatment of gastrointestinal and liver disease. It is a privilege to partner with patients and their families in developing care plans that meet the needs and goals of each person. It is my passion to stand next to each of my patients and help them make important decisions about their own health. I remain involved in clinical research and am interested in the role of nutritional wellness in patients with liver disease and those awaiting transplant. When not working, my wife and I are busy with our two daughters. My love for them reminds me of the importance of care for others. Dr. Kappus is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

Jason Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Garner, North Carolina. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

Bhavna Vaidya-Tank is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Garner, North Carolina. Dr. Vaidya-Tank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Vaidya-Tank is currently accepting new patients.

Stephenie Brinson is a Nurse Practitioner in Garner, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Susan Hopkins is a Physician Assistant in Garner, North Carolina. Ms. Hopkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Her top areas of expertise are Opioid Induced Constipation, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Karen Mayer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Garner, North Carolina. Dr. Mayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mayer is currently accepting new patients.

Melissa Cordova is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

I strongly believe that the doctor-patient relationship is key in the practice of medicine and the most essential component for the delivery of high quality health care in the diagnosis and management of disease. As such, as a gastroenterologist and hepatologist, my favorite part of the day starts with getting to know the patient. I have a passion for taking care of patients with liver disease with a particular interest in liver cancer and liver transplantation. In addition to my clinical interests, I also have an interest in improving how health care is delivered to patients using innovative and cutting edge technologies. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

Athidi Earasi is a Hepatologist and a Transplant Surgeon in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Earasi has been practicing medicine for over 8 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Hepatitis C, Ascites, and Autoimmune Hepatitis.

I see patients in clinic as well as those admitted to the hospital with GI problems. This has enabled me to gain much experience over years of treating a wide variety of GI problems. My practice is founded on a deep respect for all people. I strive to listen, understand, and make a clear path forward together. I am also a Registered Dietitian with a masters degree in nutrition and over ten years of experience. I loved working with GI patients in this role and wanted to do more, so went on to complete my PA training at Duke. I now work with the most amazing team of providers whom I learn from every day! Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two young children, and am passionate about animal rescue. . Her top areas of expertise are Opioid Induced Constipation, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

I take care of patients with endocrine disorders, including diabetes and thyroid, pituitary, adrenal and parathyroid disorders. Endocrine disorders are complex, and my goal is to make sure that I explain the disease process and management plan in detail to the patient and their family because better understanding leads to better outcomes. In my free time, I love cooking, road trips, exploring and reviewing restaurants, and spending time with my family. Dr. Qamar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Addison's Disease, Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency, and Tissue Biopsy.

Zachary Spiritos is a Gastroenterologist in Clayton, North Carolina. Dr. Spiritos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Porphyria, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Spiritos is currently accepting new patients.

Ariana Bertrand is a Physician Assistant in Raleigh, North Carolina. Ms. Bertrand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Her top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Intestinal Cancer, Liver Failure, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

Xanthia Samaropoulos is an Endocrinologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Acute Adrenal Crisis, and Low Blood Sugar.

Oluyemisi Abdulsalam is an Endocrinologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Testicular Failure, Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia, Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic, and Pituitary Tumor.

Anthony Azzi is an Endocrinologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Thyroid Nodule, Membranous Nephropathy, Melasma, and Endoscopy.

Luis Vazquez-Montesino is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Vazquez-Montesino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top area of expertise is Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Dr. Vazquez-Montesino is currently accepting new patients.

Juan Herrera is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Herrera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Riaz Chowdhury is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Chowdhury is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Adeyemi Lawal is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Lawal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.