I am a colorectal surgeon, which means that I am a surgeon of the abdomen. I treat patients with diseases related to the gastrointestinal tract, specifically with diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease, colitis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and also GI cancers, such as colon cancer, rectal cancer, and anal cancer. I try to engage with the patient as much as I can. I use as many visual things as possible, pictures or diagrams, to help explain conditions or treatments a little easier. The benefit of coming to Duke is that we have multiple specialties, so if a diagnosis is unclear to me, I have a team of colleagues who help me and patients can be comfortable knowing a team of specialists can help find a solution. Dr. Lan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

Yamini Virkud is an Allergy and Immunologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Virkud is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Food Allergy, Asthma, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis. Dr. Virkud is currently accepting new patients.

I’m a general gastroenterologist and treat a wide range of GI problems, but my area of specialty is in esophageal disorders. I see patients who may have swallowing disorders, hard-to-control acid reflux disease, or disorders or problems with the muscles of their esophagus. I also see patients with Barrett's esophagus, which is a gastroesophageal reflux disease where the lining of the esophagus may change over long periods of time. We need to treat it to prevent patients from getting esophageal cancer. It is important to establish a level of trust and have compassion for patients, making sure they feel that I’m completely invested in what’s important for them, doing everything to get to the right answers of what’s causing their symptoms, and coming up with a plan that works best to treat their problem. Dr. Wood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

I have a clinical practice that focuses on the evaluation and management of patients with esophageal and swallowing disorders, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), Barrett’s esophagus and achalasia. Also, I have a strong academic and professional interest in health outcomes and quality of care. I am excited to be a part of Duke Health, where I can utilize revolutionary technologies like high resolution esophageal manometry and radiofrequency ablation to improve the care of my patients. Dr. Leiman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Esophagitis, Abdominal Wall Surgery, and Endoscopy.

I am thrilled to return to Duke Health after my recent retirement to provide much-needed part-time endoscopy services and improve access to colon cancer screening and surveillance. I first came to Duke from Kansas in 1989 and loved the pine trees and people so much that I never went back. I was the first female gastroenterologist (and 20 weeks pregnant) when I started private practice in Raleigh in 1994. After nearly 30 years of uninterrupted service to my beloved patients in central North Carolina, I retired in January 2024. It was difficult to give up my passion for gastroenterology, colonoscopy, and patient interaction. I am eager to return with a schedule that allows me to travel more with my husband. I enjoy meeting patients and easing their anxiety through rapport and detailed explanations. A little humor and hand-holding also help. I love safely removing large polyps.I have two grown children; my daughter is a physical rehabilitation PA in RDU, and my son is a game quality control specialist in Austin, Texas. My passions include crosswords, concerts, Broadway shows, sporting events, and traveling. Dr. Hutzenbuhler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

I specialize in the surgical management of benign and malignant diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (GI) tract. Specifically trained in laparoscopic resection of inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer, I perform the full range of colorectal operations, including reconstructive operations, such as ileal pouches. My clinical, research, and administrative efforts are all focused on implementing perioperative care practices that ensure best patient outcomes. Bridging specialties to best care for GI surgery patients, I particularly enjoy combined cases. For instance, I regularly operate with the pediatric surgery team on younger patients with IBD or pelvic cancer. Until my exposure to surgery in medical school, I thought I wanted the patient-doctor relationship well-known to primary care. With experience, however, I realized this relationship was possible in the practice of surgery. Colorectal surgery allows me the privilege of long-term relationships with a great variety of patients; close relationships with my colleagues; and administrative positions that promote the best care. Dr. Marosky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

I am a board certified, Assistant Professor of colon and rectal surgery at Duke Raleigh Hospital. My clinical expertise includes management of both malignant and benign colorectal diseases. These include colon cancer, rectal cancer, hereditary polyposis and anal cancer; inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease; benign colon and rectal disorders such as diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, anal fistulae and rectal prolapse. I have experience in laparoscopic and robotic approaches to treat colorectal diseases. My goal is to provide exceptional care, using the latest surgical techniques, with compassion and commitment. Dr. Louise is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.

It is humbling to meet patients as they face a difficult diagnosis of breast cancer and/or breast abnormalities. As a breast surgical oncologist, my goal is to help alleviate that burden by surgically removing the tumor and to aid in restoring wholeness. The legacy of my role model Mr. Fred Rogers, is to find opportunities (in medicine) to show one another kindness. “You make each day a special day. You know how, by just your being you. There’s only one person in this whole world like you. And people can like you exactly as you are.”. Dr. Modell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Ileostomy.

"Internship is the first year after medical school. That year, I was a real doctor, but still was supervised by the attending staff. My first attending had an international reputation but believed ferociously that the art of medicine was grounded in what he called ""the story."" Most critically, he taught me, you had to know the main character of that story -- your patient. Over years of practice, I've provided care for death row prisoners, Fortune 500 CEOs, and NFL players. Each story is unique, as should be my approach. Daily, I work on capturing the details, and I try to teach our trainees to do the same.". Dr. Geneczko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

I am a colorectal surgeon and researcher who has been at Duke for about 25 years. I see patients who have issues with the small bowel, colon, rectum and anus. These issues include benign tumors, cancers, hemorrhoids and fistulas. The best part of my job is operating. The operating room is a special place, where we have been able to put a number of processes in place so things run smoothly and we can give patients the best chance at a good outcome. The fact that you can take a condition, operate and potentially cure a patient is fascinating to me. As a faculty member, I also enjoy when I have the chance to teach residents during the operation. When I am not at work, I enjoy fishing, hiking and playing tennis with my children. Dr. Mantyh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Genital Warts, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

Brian Sullivan is a Gastroenterologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Meckel's Diverticulum, Proctitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

I have been working at Triangle Family Practice since 2006. I enjoy patient care, especially caring for the whole family. My special interest is women's health. I am honest with patients and keep their best interests in mind when prescribing treatment. Dr. Pisharody is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Hans Herfarth is a Gastroenterologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Herfarth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Ileostomy, and Colonoscopy.

Corinne Keet is a Pediatric Allergy and Immunologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Keet is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Food Allergy, Proctitis, Esophagitis, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Keet is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Canakis is a Gastroenterologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Canakis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

Millie Long is a Gastroenterologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Long is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Long is currently accepting new patients.

I am a family medicine doctor interested in all aspects of primary care. I currently treat pediatric patients. I believe in the team approach and like to work with patients to come up with a treatment plan that works for them after they leave the office. I love to travel and always have a plan for my next trip in my head. Dr. Krueger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Cirrhosis.

Muneera Kapadia is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Kapadia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Anal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kapadia is currently accepting new patients.

Yolanda Scarlett is a Gastroenterologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Scarlett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Scarlett is currently accepting new patients.

Kim Isaacs is a Gastroenterologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Isaacs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Isaacs is currently accepting new patients.