Danielle Brander is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Brander is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Brander is currently accepting new patients.

My goal is to provide the best care possible for patients with blood cancers and their families. I strive to find the best treatment for each patient based on the latest research as well as each patient's own unique situation and goals. I also hope to improve the care of cancer patients through access to clinical trials and ongoing outcomes-based research. My research focuses on physical fitness and cancer patients, survivorship care, and financial toxicity. Dr. Sitlinger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Richter Syndrome, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Deborah Stephens is a Hematologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Stephens is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Stephens is currently accepting new patients.

Soham Puvvada is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Puvvada is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Follicular Lymphoma, and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).

I see patients with blood related cancers, primarily lymphoma. I provide them with comprehensive care from the time they come in for diagnosis until they are cured. Duke is special because I can bring the power of a large medical center with expertise across disciplines together for the care of each patient. One of the nicest parts of my job is the Christmas cards I receive from patients that I’ve treated. For many patients who are doing well, we discharge them from the clinic after five years. The Christmas cards give me the opportunity to see that they are getting on with their lives and to hear about how their families are doing. Outside of work, my wife and I spend a lot of our free time with our two daughters and their children. We like the beach, biking and hiking as a family. Dr. Diehl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I study disorders of the bone marrow and bone marrow failure syndromes. I also see some leukemias and lymphomas and other blood malignancies. Duke offers a very personalized, individualized level of care to each patient. Nobody is the same, so we take the whole patient, we listen to them, and we offer our best recommendations for treatment options. We offer some of the latest treatment options that are available, usually in the setting of a clinical trial. If not, we offer the latest advancement in the field. When I was going through medical school, molecular biology was the new field. Everything was being described as a new cancer-causing gene. And to me that was so appealing – we’re going to figure out what causes cancer and new ways to treat it. That’s what really brought me into the hematology oncology world – things were being discovered that were new and exciting and hopefully would lead to new treatment options. Duke offers an extremely high standard of care. Though we’re not always successful and the disease sometimes wins, our goal is to give the patients the best possible care. Dr. De Castro Iii is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH), Aplastic Anemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I am convinced that caring for patients with malignant hematologic diseases requires not only up-to-date medical knowledge, but also an understanding of the individual patient's needs and circumstances. I encourage patients to take an active role in their treatment and recovery and I work with them to develop an individualized treatment plan that includes the most advanced therapies available today. My practice focuses primarily on disorders of the lymphatic system (Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia). As an integral part of my clinical activities, I am dedicated to teaching young physicians at all levels of training and educating the next generation of hematologists. Dr. Stefanovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top areas of expertise are Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I treat adult patients who have hematologic malignancies with a focus on lymphomas. I enjoy seeing a variety of different people from different walks of life. Most of the patients I see have a lymphoma diagnosis. Some examples of lymphomas we see are diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, Hodgkin’s lymphoma, mantle cell lymphoma, follicular lymphoma, as well as T-cell lymphoma. The first thing when I meet a patient is to get to know them and their family the best that I can. When I see patients, my goal is that they receive the best care that is available to them anywhere. Dr. Stuart is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), B-Cell Lymphoma, Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Since studying basic immunology prior to beginning my clinical training, I have been deeply interested in applying immunological perspective for the treatment of cancers including hematologic malignancies. Interestingly emerging immunotherapies showed very promising results in recent years. In my clinic, I treat patients with multiple myeloma which is one type of cancer arising from plasma cells. My research will focus on developing early phase clinical protocols utilizing novel cellular therapy approach and also improving the outcomes of blood and marrow transplantation. My ultimate goal is to provide better treatment options than the current standard approach to patients. Dr. Choi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I treat patients with blood disorders and cancers, and I have a particular interest in helping patients with hematologic blood cancers, like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma, including the use of cellular therapies. I am fortunate to have a great team that works with me. We emphasize providing compassionate, individualized care using up-to-date, evidence-based treatments, including access to clinical trials. My patients are often going through a great deal, and I am devoted to their care. I have lived in this community for several decades and am honored to practice here. Dr. Ramalingam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Schnitzler Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

I have over twenty years of experience as a hematologist-oncologist focusing in hematologic malignancies, leukemias, lymphomas, myeloma, and myelodysplastic and myeloproliferative syndromes. My patient care philosophy stresses interactive discussions with patients and their families on what to expect from the illness and treatment options, making sure that all their concerns and questions are addressed. Caring for patients with cancer is complex and my care team is dedicated to helping patients with the family, social, emotional, and financial issues, in addition to compassionate medical care. Dr. Kirby is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top areas of expertise are Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

What makes Duke Health unique in bone marrow transplants is its holistic approach. We take care of the disease -- which is important, because these are very serious, potentially fatal diseases. But at the same time, we pay attention to patients’ emotional and psychological well-being in addition to their physical well-being. And not only for patients but also the whole family, because the caregivers and other parts of the family need attention as well. I wanted to go into medicine, because it was a great way to interact and take care of patients. In my mind, cancer is one of two diseases within internal medicine where you can actually cure people. The best part of bone marrow transplant is that the time between the laboratory and the patient is short. Patients who need a transplant tend to be relatively sick and in need of new therapies. That’s been very intellectually challenging and fun. Dr. Chao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft.

Richard Lopez is a Transplant Surgeon in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lopez has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I chose to become a physician assistant in midlife, after my first career as a modern dancer. The way the body moves and works has always fascinated me, so pursuing a second career in medicine seemed a natural extension of my interests. I have been a family medicine physician assistant since 2000 and have served as lead clinician at the Walltown Neighborhood Clinic since 2004. Our clinical site is small and personable, just the way I like it. Taking care of families is very rewarding to me. As my patients have aged, I've taken time to learn more about the diseases of aging and geriatric care in general. My practice includes young children, teens, folks in midlife, and the elderly. I love what I do and feel privileged to care for the people that I serve. Ms. Granda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top area of expertise is Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).

Mark Lanasa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lanasa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).

Sandeep Dave is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Dave is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Burkitt Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Dave is currently accepting new patients.

Murat Arcasoy is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Arcasoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Polycythemia Vera, Myelofibrosis, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Arcasoy is currently accepting new patients.

Born in Boston, Massachusetts, I grew up mostly on the east coast of the United States. I went to college in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and medical school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I did my post-graduate training in New Haven and Hartford, Connecticut, and Madison, Wisconsin. I took my first academic position at Boston University and the Boston Medical Center during which I rose to the position of Associate Professor of Surgery and Chief of Surgical Critical Care. I was recruited back to the University of Wisconsin in 2012 where I became Division Chief of Trauma, Acute Care Surgery, Burn, and Surgical Critical Care. My wife, three daughters, and I are happy to meet the friendly people of the area and explore everything that North Carolina has to offer. Dr. Agarwal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Robin Hardie is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hardie has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

Gowthami Arepally is a Hematologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Arepally has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). Her top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Sickle Cell Disease, and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP).