The 20 Best Porphyria Doctors Near Me in Durham, NC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Porphyria near Durham, NC. Of these, 40 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Porphyria
    Advanced in Porphyria
    Referral required

    Duke Hematology Clinic - Clinic 1E

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I primarily see patients who have a variety of rare bleeding and clotting disorders. I see both older and younger patients and also provide help when patients need to transition to and away from blood thinners. Doctors usually refer patients to me. I try to work with each patient so they understand why they are seeing me and what is going on with their body. I enjoy when a patient can leave my office with a complete understanding of what is going on and what they need to do to get better. As a young child, I had bad allergies and spent much time in the doctor’s office. As a frequent patient, I enjoyed spending time around medicine. As I entered college, I found that I enjoyed chemistry and that hematology allowed me to combine lab work with patient care. Dr. Ortel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, Thrombectomy, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Ortel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Porphyria
    Advanced in Porphyria
    Referral may be required

    Novant Health Cancer Institute - Elizabeth (Hematology)

    125 Queens Road, Suite 610, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Creole, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Raymond Thertulien is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Thertulien is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN), Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute

    447 McAlister Road, Suite 1600, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Forrest Thompson is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute (Rare & Complex Sarcoma)

    1021 Morehead Medical Drive, Suite 3200, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Johann Hsu is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemochromatosis, Bone Tumor, Synovial Sarcoma, and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma. Dr. Hsu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, American Board Of IM/Medical Oncology, Pediatric Hematology And Oncology, American Board Of Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology And Oncology. Dr. Hsu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Palliative Medicine | Hematology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Palliative Medicine | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute

    1021 Morehead Medical Drive, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mellar Davis is a Hematologist and a Palliative Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Lung Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor. Dr. Davis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hospice And Palliative Medicine. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required
    Medical Center Blvd, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Feldman is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Feldman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Contact Dermatitis.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Novant Health Cancer Institute - Ballantyne

    10905 Providence Rd W Ste 150, Ste 150, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alfred Newman is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. Dr. Newman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Newman is board certified in Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Referral required
    5324 Mcfarland Rd # 210, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniela Kroshinsky is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Kroshinsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Calciphylaxis, Cellulitis, Calcinosis, and Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis. Dr. Kroshinsky is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatology.

    Gastroenterology
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Atrium Health Gastroenterology And Hepatology Kenilworth

    1225 Harding Place, Suite 5100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Pacicco is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Pacicco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pacicco is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology. Dr. Pacicco is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

    171 Fairview Rd, 
    Mooresville, NC 
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jack Burton is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Mooresville, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 45 years. Dr. Burton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subacute Combined Degeneration, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Burton is board certified in American Board Of Hematology And Oncology.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required
    6 Medical Park Dr, 
    Lexington, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Butler is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Lexington, North Carolina. Dr. Butler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine

    Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute

    1021 Morehead Medical Drive, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Chang is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, Hemochromatosis, and Rathke Cleft Cyst. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Porphyria
    Hematology
    Advanced in Porphyria
    Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Private Diagnostic Clinic PLLC

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ara Metjian is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Metjian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Blood Clots, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, and Pulmonary Embolism.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine

    Atrium Health CMC Myers Park Internal Medicine

    1350 S. Kings Drive, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kenneth Singhel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Singhel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Intermittent Porphyria, Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Porphyria, Sickle Cell Disease, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Singhel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine | Hepatology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine | Hepatology

    Duke Cardiometabolic Prevention South Durham

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

    I enjoy meeting my patients, learning their story and helping them feel better. I pride myself on being a good father, husband, friend and physician. My favorite things to do on the weekend include playing with my sons, drinking wine with my wife, grilling out, working in my yard, eating seafood, watching football and going to church. Dr. Wilder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Jaundice, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wilder is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Med, Transplant Hepatology.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Henderson County Hospital Corporation

    805 6th Ave W Ste 100, 
    Hendersonville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Praveen Vashist is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Dr. Vashist is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine

    Catawba Valley Family Medicine-Northeast Hickory

    2365 Springs Rd NE, 
    Hickory, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Kauth is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hickory, North Carolina. Dr. Kauth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, High Cholesterol, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), and Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    American Oncology Partners P.A.

    551 Brevard Rd, 
    Asheville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Wendling is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Wendling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine

    Hopscotch Primary Care Group PA

    113 E Grover St, 
    Shelby, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Shelby, North Carolina. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine

    Zack Hall MD PLLC

    217 Turner Dr Ste F, 
    Reidsville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Hall is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Reidsville, North Carolina. Dr. Hall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Porphyria doctor near Durham, NC?

    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 Porphyria doctor near Durham, NC?

    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 Porphyria doctors near Durham, NC?

    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 Porphyria doctors near Durham, NC?

    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 Porphyria doctor near Durham, NC?

    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 Porphyria doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Porphyria 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 Porphyria doctor near Durham, NC?

    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 Porphyria 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 Porphyria 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 Porphyria doctors near Durham, NC?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Porphyria 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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