I enjoy the field of medicine because of the relationships that are built between patients and myself. I place a strong emphasis on educating patients about their conditions and medication. This allows us to go through a shared decision-making process that tailors treatment to the individual. Dr. Doss is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).

My primary clinical and research focus is systemic sclerosis (Scleroderma), a rare, chronic autoimmune condition. I direct the Duke Scleroderma Center, one of 40 centers in the country focusing on this disease. We are currently conducting clinical trials and have initiated a registry for patients with scleroderma to help identify better treatments. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach along with pulmonologists, cardiologists, gastroenterologists and hematologists to find the best treatment course for an individual patient. Outside of the hospital I enjoy running and spending time with my family, including our wide assortment of animals. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, Scleroderma, and Localized Scleroderma.

Nancy Allen is a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Allen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. Her top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Vasculitis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Takayasu Arteritis, and Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.

I specialized in rheumatology due to an interest in treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases that affect the entire body, figuring out complex medical findings and laboratory results, and the ability to maintain life-long relationships with my patients. I treat patients with all types of rheumatologic diseases and have a special interest in lupus. Health literacy and patient education are important to ensure patients can manage their disease successfully, and I enjoy helping patients understand their diagnosis and treatments. Through shared decision-making and an individualized approach, I work with patients to help them achieve their treatment goals. Dr. Maheswaranathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Necrotizing Vasculitis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Temporal Arteritis.

I love being a rheumatologist. Caring for and treating patients with arthritis, gout, lupus, vasculitis, and other systemic inflammatory diseases is rewarding and allows me to form long standing relationships with many of my patients. During my career, an incredible number of new treatments for rheumatologic diseases have been developed, which allow my patients to obtain much better outcomes with less pain and disability. My mission and purpose is to provide the best possible patient-centered care for my patients and colleagues for whom I consult. Treatment that creates a remission for a patient with arthritis is very satisfying to me. In my free time, spending time with my family and friends brings me joy. Dr. Mccallum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Punctate Inner Choroidopathy, Neuroretinitis, Eales Disease, and Vitrectomy.

David Caldwell is a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Caldwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), and Temporal Arteritis.

I am a board-certified rheumatologist who provides consultative care for patients with a wide variety of musculoskeletal and autoimmune diseases. My training and experience have provided me with the ability to evaluate and treat complex illnesses and work closely with your primary care provider to achieve the best possible outcomes. In addition to patient care, I spend about half of my time doing clinical research. Throughout my research career, I have focused on the development of novel therapies for various rheumatologic diseases, including primary Sjögren’s syndrome, vasculitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. As a leader within the Division of Rheumatology and Immunology, I have gained an appreciation for the value of teamwork in addressing patient concerns and improving our clinical practice. I balance my job through family and sports, which keeps me energized and happy with my work. Dr. St. Clair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Relapsing Polychondritis.

Amanda Nelson is a Rheumatologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. Her top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Dermatomyositis, and Relapsing Polychondritis. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

Alfredo Rivadeneira is a Rheumatologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Rivadeneira is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Vasculitis, Behcet Disease, Takayasu Arteritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Rivadeneira is currently accepting new patients.

James Kurz is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Kurz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Kurz is currently accepting new patients.

Philip Chu is a Hospital Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Reactive Arthritis, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Chu is currently accepting new patients.

Woodward Burgert is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Burgert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Burgert is currently accepting new patients.

Clark Denniston is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Denniston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypertension. Dr. Denniston is currently accepting new patients.

Nicole Orzechowski is a Rheumatologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Orzechowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. Her top areas of expertise are Temporal Arteritis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Orzechowski is currently accepting new patients.

Abigail Gilbert is a Rheumatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Gilbert has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Behcet Disease, Lupus Nephritis, and Arthritis. Dr. Gilbert is currently accepting new patients.

Rumey Ishizawar is a Rheumatologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Ishizawar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Lupus Nephritis, and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Ishizawar is currently accepting new patients.

Beth Jonas is a Rheumatologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Jonas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Dermatomyositis. Dr. Jonas is currently accepting new patients.

Walter Chmelewski is a Rheumatologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Chmelewski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Relapsing Polychondritis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Dr. Chmelewski is currently accepting new patients.