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.

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.

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).

Lioubov Boulkina is an Endocrinologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Low Blood Sugar, Infant Hyperglycemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

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.

Sanjay Jagannath is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Jagannath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Mohammad Esmadi is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Esmadi has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). His top areas of expertise are Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Dina Ahmad is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Sara Ali is a Gastroenterologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Meryl Johnston is a Nurse Practitioner in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).