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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).

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

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

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, MASS Phenotype, Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

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 Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Polyarteritis Nodosa, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Temporal Arteritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).

Isaac Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Smith has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Mixed Cryoglobulinemia, Cryoglobulinemia, Arthritis, and Giant Cell Myocarditis.

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 Temporal Arteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Fibromyalgia, Lupus Nephritis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).

I am a clinician-scientist and retinal ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the retina, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion and many other retinal and macular pathologies. I practice very patient oriented medicine, and treat each and every patient the way I would like to be treated by the physician. I practice evidence-based medicine, but I tailor diagnostic and treatment modalities according to each individual, because no two patients are alike. I make myself available for contacting with any questions or concerns. Dr. Hadziahmetovic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), and Vitrectomy.

Eugene St. Clair is a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. St. Clair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Relapsing Polychondritis. Dr. St. Clair is currently accepting new patients.

As a neuro-ophthalmology specialist, I am dedicated to providing high level care to patients suffering from conditions that affect neural pathways connecting the eyes and the brain, such as vision-threatening disorders of the optic nerve and double vision arising from diseases of cranial nerves or the orbit. Making a diagnosis often depends on piecing together clues from a thorough eye exam, ocular imaging studies performed in clinic, and neuro-imaging studies performed by Radiology. I enjoy the challenge of this specialty and providing individualized and multidisciplinary treatment strategies for my patients. In addition to my clinical work, I am involved in basic science research and clinical trials related to optic nerve disease, and I am passionate about translating new findings in the laboratory into ways to improve patient care. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, and following Duke basketball. Dr. Gospe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Tolosa Hunt Syndrome, Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, and Optic Nerve Atrophy.

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 Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Punctate Inner Choroidopathy, Neuroretinitis, Eales Disease, and Vitrectomy.

I specialize in treating patients with drooping eyelids, under-eye bags, and various eyelid concerns, including the removal of lumps, bumps, and even cancerous lesions around the eyes. My work also includes reconstructive procedures and addressing issues with the eye’s tear drainage system. Beyond medical care, I believe everyone deserves to look and feel like their best self. That’s why I offer cosmetic procedures such as upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty (for under-eye bags) and eyebrow lifts. Outside of work, I love diving into new languages, getting creative with mini art projects around the house, and challenging myself with baking recipes inspired by The Great British Bake Off. Dr. Wanja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, and Ptosis.

I am a rheumatologist who sees women who are pregnant, or wish to be pregnant, and have a rheumatic disease. I developed a passion very early in my training for helping women with rheumatic disease build the families that they want. I continue to be inspired each day by my patients and to look for better ways to improve the health of both mother and baby. I also see patients in the Duke Lupus Clinic where we address the challenges of living with lupus. The clinicians work as a team, sharing the care of the patients. We often have trainees working with us to teach future doctors who to manage lupus. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children and running a Girl Scout troop. Dr. Clowse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Deanna Miano is an Ophthalmologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Miano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Neurofibromatosis and Temporal Arteritis.

Mithunan Maheswaranathan is a Pediatrics specialist and a Rheumatologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Maheswaranathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Necrotizing Vasculitis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Maheswaranathan is currently accepting new patients.

Muhammad Bhatti is an Ophthalmologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Bhatti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. His top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Optic Neuritis, Increased Intracranial Pressure, and Optic Nerve Atrophy.

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

Kate Queen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Queen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Adult Still's Disease. Dr. Queen is currently accepting new patients.

Growing up I always loved science. A career in medicine was a natural fit for me, as it combined my love of people with my love for science. I further pursued rheumatology because it is a refreshing challenge to help people with rare diseases. There is so much opportunity for educating patients about their body, and helping them live better lives. Here at Duke Health, I collaborate with the Duke Cancer Institute taking care of patients with rheumatologic diseases and cancers. I also work with the oncologists helping manage specific patients on immune checkpoint blockades for their cancer therapy. Restoring hope to patients in order to help them achieve their goals is always my approach to individualized patient care. Dr. Weinmann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Temporal Arteritis. Her top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).