Robert J. Mentz
Experienced in Primary Amyloidosis
Experienced in Primary Amyloidosis
40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 

Overview

"I am a cardiologist with a clinical interest in heart failure, including advanced therapies such as cardiac transplantation and mechanical assist devices or “heart pumps."" I became a heart failure cardiologist in order to help patients manage their chronic disease over many months and years. I consider myself strongly committed to compassionate patient care and have a focus on quality-of-life and patient preference. I am an effective communicator with an understanding and sensitivity to diversity and ethical practice. I am part of a clinical care team composed of physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists, and support staff that works together to promptly provide comprehensive patient care. I am motivated to provide state-of-the-art cardiovascular care for my patients.".

Dr. Mentz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amyloidosis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Low Blood Pressure, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 658 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 2 articles in the study of Primary Amyloidosis.

Graduate Institution
Emory University School Of Medicine (Georgia), 2007
Specialties
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiology
Transplant Surgery
Licenses
Internal Medicine in MA
Board Certifications
American Board Of Internal Med, Cardiovascular Disease
American Board Of Internal Med, Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology
Fellowships
Clinical Cardiology, Duke University Medical Center, Advanced Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplantation, Duke University Medical Center, Clinical Research, Duke Clinical Research Institute
Hospital Affiliations
Duke University Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

Duke Cardiology Clinic - Clinic 2F/2G
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Mentz has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Cardiomyopathy

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


658 Total Publications

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40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
 (0.3 miles away)
Experience:
4+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

I am a cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure and heart transplants. I see patients across the entire spectrum of heart failure, including early to late stages. In more advanced cases, I discuss the role of therapies, such as devices and heart transplants. My goal is to ensure that each patient receives optimal treatment for their condition. I provide a personalized approach to care and seek to understand the patient's unique story and journey. I enjoy answering questions about different treatment approaches and finding the right one for the patient. My passion for heart failure stems from excitement and appreciation for a growing number of effective treatment strategies in the field, and I look forward to discussing these with my patients. I am active in research, including clinical trials, and would be happy to discuss any opportunities to participate. In my free time, I enjoy getting to know the area, traveling, and spending time with my family. Dr. Selvaraj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amyloidosis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Hypertension, and Cardiomyopathy.

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