I care for patients with neuromuscular disorders, which include muscular dystrophy, neuropathy, autoimmune muscle, and nerve conditions, as well as inherited ones. A lot of my work is focused on a holistic approach, so I don’t just focus on the treatment of the disease, but also the way the disease is affecting the rest of the patient’s life and quality of life. I will spend the majority of my visit talking with the patient, then do a full neurological exam, and then discuss potential options and potential diagnoses. If it is a condition that is autoimmune, we can discuss various therapies that can be used and other needs at home related to mobility or basic function. Our patients have a variety of different conditions that can cause problems with breathing, cardiac abnormalities, endocrine dysfunction, and mobility problems. Our clinic here at Duke is unique because we offer multiple consultants working as a team to give the best holistic care to a patient. Dr. Raja is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency, Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency, and Thymectomy.

I am a neuromuscular medicine specialist with specific expertise in neuromuscular junction disorders, such as myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. I also perform electrodiagnostic testing: EMG, Repetitive nerve stimulation studies, Single fiber electromyography, and EMG-guided chemo-denervation. Additionally, I teach neuromuscular fellows these techniques and lecture nationally and internationally on these diseases and techniques. Dr. Massey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Meige Syndrome, and Thymectomy.

Jeffrey Guptill is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Guptill is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Thymectomy.

Vern Juel is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Juel has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Inclusion Body Myositis, Meige Syndrome, and Thymectomy.

Many years ago, I came across a quote from Mahatma Gandhi that said, “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others”. Since that time, those words have guided my professional life from the field I chose to how I care for my patients who experience discomfort from acid reflux, hiatal hernia and paraesophageal hernia. With every individual and their families, I make sure that they appreciate my understanding of how their health issues provide them with new stresses that may leave them confused and scared. As a result, I pride myself on reassuring my patients and making sure that by the time they leave their clinic visit they know that I have their best interests at heart. Personally, my wife and I are the proud parents of three boys. Consequently, I like to spend my free time making use of their unlimited energy by running them around at all the great parks in the local area. Dr. Klapper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Esophageal Perforation, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Lung Transplant, and Thymectomy.

I am a surgical oncologist and researcher who specializes in treating patients with endocrine tumors. Specifically, I see patients who have thyroid cancers, parathyroid disease, adrenal tumors and melanoma. I enjoy taking care of patients with cancers because the amount of trust and faith that they place in their doctors is special. Treating cancers allows you to develop a powerful relationship with a patient and their loved ones in a very short period of time, which is also unique. My favorite part of being a surgeon is seeing a patient with a problem and successfully seeing them through the surgical process. I believe in guiding each patient to their long-term goal based on their specific needs. When I am at home, I enjoy spending time with my family and being active outdoors by running, hiking, or gardening. Dr. Scheri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

I am a neuromuscular specialist and see patients with any neuromuscular condition. Common symptoms of neuromuscular conditions can include weakness, imbalance, numbness, tingling, double vision, and difficulties with speech or swallowing. I perform electromyography (EMG) and neuromuscular ultrasound to assist in the proper diagnosis and guide treatment when appropriate. Every patient deserves the best care possible, and this is what I strive for during each encounter. I care for my patients in the way I would hope my family members would be cared for. Dr. Morena is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Transient Global Amnesia, and Thymectomy.

I graduated from Harvard University (BA) and the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University (MD). I received training in General Surgery and Thoracic Surgery at Duke University Medical Center. After completing a Fellowship in Thoracic Surgical Oncology at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, I joined the faculty at Duke University Medical Center. I am currently Professor and Vice Chairman of Surgery, Chief of the Section of General Thoracic Surgery, Director of the Training Program in Thoracic Surgery, and Chief Medical Officer of the Duke Cancer Institute. I specialize in the surgical management of lung cancer and esophageal cancer, with a focus on minimally invasive thoracic surgery. As Vice Chair of Surgery, I am responsible for the development of technology and innovation in the Department. As Director of the Thoracic Oncology Program of the Duke Cancer Institute, I supervise the clinical and research programs in lung cancer and esophageal cancer. I am also involved in improving safety and quality in cancer care, as a member of the Duke Safety and Quality Committee. Dr. D'amico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

My practice focuses on surgical treatments for both benign and malignant disorders of the lung and esophagus. From thoracic oncology to foregut disorders such as paraesophageal hernia, surgery requires passion and dedication. My job is to provide my patients with quality and comprehensive care through a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring that their needs are met in a way that is tailored to each specific individual. The art of medicine is in patient care and that is always at the forefront of my practice. Dr. Viet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Lung Nodules, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Thymic Epithelial Tumor, and Thymectomy.

I am the chief of pediatric heart surgery at Duke Health. Being a heart surgeon was always a dream of mine as a child. Spending a summer in medical school with legendary pediatric heart surgeon, Aldo Castaneda, cemented my desire to devote my life to this profession. Clinically, I love the creativity, complexity and challenge associated with my work. I am also able to satisfy my investigational curiosities through an active basic and clinical research laboratory focusing on congenital heart disease. I consider myself extremely lucky to be able to fulfill this dream back at Duke, a place that was so influential in my surgical training. Outside the hospital, I most enjoy spending time with my wife of 20+ years and three young children. We are an active family, always on the go… which mirrors my life at work. Dr. Turek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Coarctation of the Aorta, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Heart Transplant, and Heart Valve Repair.

I find the endocrine organs and hormones fascinating and am forever learning new things from my patients. I cherish the overwhelming success in helping control and normalize hormone processes surgically. The hugs, handshakes or tears of joy from my patients at their follow up are the reason I became an endocrine surgeon. In addition to the treatment of aberrant endocrine gland function, I also evaluate any tumor process of the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal and endocrine pancreas. The unfortunate reality is that many of these tumors are cancerous. My own family has dealt with thyroid cancer. The experiences of my wife and mother-in-law in dealing with the diagnosis of cancer, the surgery, the treatment, the challenge of hormone regulation, the follow up and the reality of cancer recurrence is something that is a part of me and reflected in how I relate to my cancer patients. Dr. Stang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Nodule, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

Yas Sanaiha is a Thoracic Surgeon in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Sanaiha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Cardiogenic Shock, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Sanaiha is currently accepting new patients.

Jason Long is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Long is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Esophageal Perforation, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Long is currently accepting new patients.

Benjamin Haithcock is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Haithcock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Lung Transplant, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Haithcock is currently accepting new patients.

Gita Mody is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Mody is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Esophageal Perforation, Lung Transplant, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mody is currently accepting new patients.

Deborah Gelinas is a Neurologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Gelinas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Thymectomy. Dr. Gelinas is currently accepting new patients.

James Howard is a Neurologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Howard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.

Lawrence Kim is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Thymectomy. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.