
Overview
A significant portion of my practice involves advanced minimally invasive techniques in thoracic surgery to treat diseases such as lung or esophageal cancer. Another part of my clinical practice is spent taking care of patients with severe lung disease, especially those needing lung transplantation. Patients from all over the world come to Duke for lung transplantation. Research demonstrates that experience is very important in taking care of complex medical problems, both on the surgical side and on the medical side. We have one of the largest transplant centers in the world with excellent survival statistics, as well as the shortest wait list time. Instead of the national average which may be four to six months, our patients wait an average of about two weeks. One of the best aspects of being a patient or working at Duke is the people who work here. No matter how challenging the medical problems may be or what problems may arise, I know there’s a world’s expert a phone call away who can help intervene and I know that my patients will be cared for by committed Duke staff from across the hospital.
Dr. Hartwig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Esophageal Cancer, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 249 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 1 article in the study of Gastroparesis.
Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
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- HMO
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- PPO
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- HMO
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- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
4 Clinical Trials
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Adolfo Fernandez is a General Surgeon in Greensboro, North Carolina. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.
Duke Raleigh Surgical Specialties Clinic
I went into medicine with a desire to care for individuals of all backgrounds and to help address disparities in health care. Being a surgeon gives me the opportunity to diagnose and treat the individual while my background in public health helps me to focus on preventative care for my patients. I am a general surgeon who cares for emergency and elective general surgery patients. My training in minimally invasive surgery and surgical endoscopy allows me to care for my patients in the least invasive manner possible in order to minimize patient discomfort and improve patient recovery. I aim to perform procedures laparoscopically (with small incisions) or endoscopically (without any incisions). As a surgeon, I aim to provide an open and inclusive clinical environment by listening to and caring for patients of all different races, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds. Dr. Fathalizadeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastroparesis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Gastrectomy.
Duke Advanced Abdominal Disease Clinic - Clinic 2B/2C
The majority of my practice focuses on abdominal wall surgery and the repair of ventral, incisional, and inguinal (groin) hernias. I chose to specialize in minimally invasive surgery because I saw the incredible benefits that these procedures provide for patients. By performing complex surgeries using either laparoscopic or robotic instruments, I am able to get patients back to their normal daily activities much faster and with significantly less pain. Whether I am repairing a hernia, performing surgery for weight loss, or helping to treat reflux, I will always try to offer a minimally invasive approach first and foremost. When I get the chance to meet you in the clinic we will discuss all of the possible treatment options for your condition and we will work as a team to pick which is the best choice for you. I feel incredibly fortunate to practice at Duke Health where we have incredible resources to take care of you no matter what problem you may have. I look forward to working with you and caring for you and your family. Dr. Greenberg is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Lung TransplantDr. Hartwig isElite. Learn about Lung Transplant.
- Distinguished
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Hartwig isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Hartwig isDistinguished. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Advanced
- AchalasiaDr. Hartwig isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Hartwig isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EmphysemaDr. Hartwig isAdvanced. Learn about Emphysema.
- EndoscopyDr. Hartwig isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Hartwig isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Hartwig isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Hartwig isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Hartwig isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Hartwig isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Hartwig isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Hartwig isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- EsophagitisDr. Hartwig isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.

