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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).

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

As a rheumatologic, I care for people living with a range of autoimmune conditions. As Director of the Duke Lupus Clinic and Duke Lupus Registry, I specialize in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and lupus related conditions. I was drawn to the field of rheumatology because of the complex, multi-system nature of autoimmune diseases and the many exciting advances in immune therapies. Rheumatology is a field where the most important part of my visit is listening and understanding my patients' journey. I work alongside an exceptional group of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, students, researchers, and staff. Together, our goal is to provide compassionate, comprehensive and state-of-the-art care for people living with lupus. Outside of clinic, I enjoy biking, running, and spending time with my family. Dr. Rogers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

I was inspired to become a rheumatologist during medical school when I witnessed the incredible care and personal bond formed between rheumatologists and their patients. Throughout my residency and fellowship, I trained under a long series of mentors that focused not only on the skills necessary to diagnose and treat rheumatologic conditions but also the importance of understanding the impact of these conditions on patients’ lives. It is an honor to serve patients with all types of rheumatologic conditions, and I am continually inspired by my patients' fortitude and resiliency. On a personal note, my biggest joy in life is spending time with my wonderful wife and three daughters. I am also an avid baseball fan, and I love rooting on the Durham Bulls!. Dr. Leverenz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, MASS Phenotype, Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Punctate Inner Choroidopathy, Neuroretinitis, Eales Disease, and Vitrectomy.

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

I am a rheumatologist who treats adult patients as well as a physician-scientist. My clinical practice includes patients with rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatologic conditions desiring advice about engaging in physical activity and exercise. My goal in my patient care approach and research is to develop exercise interventions that will improve disease activity, cardiovascular risk, and quality of life in patients with rheumatologic disease. Dr. Huffman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Juvenile Dermatomyositis.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, Scleroderma, and Localized Scleroderma.

Seeing a new physician is an act of trust, and I hope to earn that trust by listening to you and understanding how your health issues affect your life and goals. I will then try and provide a diagnosis and give you some treatment options. At the end of a successful consultation, I want a patient to understand their health condition well enough to be able to explain it and whatever treatment options we may choose to their friends and family. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Polyarteritis Nodosa, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Temporal Arteritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).

I gravitated to rheumatology early in my medical training because of the opportunities it affords to provide long-term, holistic care for my patients. Developing relationships with my patients allows me to better understand their individual needs and help them understand and manage what are often complex diseases and symptoms that may change with time. Within rheumatology, my primary clinical interests are in inflammatory arthritis, lupus, and musculoskeletal ultrasound. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, travel, nature, and science fiction. Dr. Sun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Fibromyalgia, Lupus Nephritis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).

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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Necrotizing Vasculitis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Temporal Arteritis.

I focus on reproductive rheumatology and preventative health care to improve comprehensive care for patients with rheumatologic conditions. I have received grant funding to support research analyzing pregnancy experiences and outcomes in women with vasculitis. Through rigorous methods, diverse research experience, collaboration with patients and national advocacy groups, and formal didactic training my overarching goal is to empower women with rheumatologic conditions and providers to make informed decisions regarding family planning and preventative health care. Dr. Sims is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and Arthritis.

I care for children and teenagers with rheumatologic diseases including juvenile arthritis, lupus, Sjogren’s, scleroderma or morphea, chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis or chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis (CRMO or CNO), autoinflammatory diseases, and others. My favorite part of my job is getting to know my patients and their families over time. These conditions often come with a lot of ups and downs, and I am committed to supporting my patients and their families through the challenging times and the good times. I also believe every patient’s journey is unique. I work closely with my patients and their families to create individualized treatment plans designed to give each individual patient the best outcome. Dr. Randell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Sjogren Syndrome, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Erythromelalgia.

Sherry Sinclair is a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sinclair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Sinclair is currently accepting new patients.

Kate Mitchell is a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Dermatomyositis, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Mitchell is currently accepting new patients.

Anne Toohey is a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Toohey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis.

David Pisetsky is an Allergy and Immunologist and a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Pisetsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Pisetsky is currently accepting new patients.

Kinga Vereczkey is a Rheumatologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Vereczkey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Neurosarcoidosis, Sarcoidosis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Vereczkey is currently accepting new patients.

John Rice is a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top area of expertise is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Laura Schanberg is a Rheumatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Schanberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Arthritis, and Lupus Nephritis.