I have the privilege of treating patients with both benign and malignant conditions of the chest. While in college at Georgia Tech, I envisioned a career as a biomedical engineer. What I quickly learned, however, was that I was more interested in patients and their medical problems than developing the technology to care for them. During my medical education and training, I learned not only how to become a surgeon, but also learned the value of teamwork and family in caring for patients. As a thoracic surgeon, one of the best and most important aspects of my job is being able to establish a relationship with my patients and their families, working together to help them through their illness. Dr. Tong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Vagotomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

I’m a general surgeon that specializes in operating on the upper abdomen as well as treating complicated abdominal wall problems like large hernias. The benefits of getting treatment at Duke are the extensive resources available that providers like myself can use. When necessary, we collaborate with other specialists and research experts at Duke in a seamless way, so the patient will get the benefit of all that we have to offer. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our three daughters. Dr. Pappas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), Umbilical Hernia, Appendectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Michael Tyner is a General Surgeon in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Tyner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, Vagotomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Tyner is currently accepting new patients.

James North is a Surgical Oncologist in Concord, North Carolina. Dr. North is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Vagotomy, and Pancreatectomy.

William Berger is a General Surgeon in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Berger has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hyperparathyroidism, Breast Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Vagotomy.

The impact I have on my patients is what I enjoy most about being a weight loss surgeon. It is amazing that we can do an operation that not only helps a patient lose weight, but also fixes their diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol, along with giving them a better quality of life. There are a lot of options these days for people who are considering weight loss surgery. It’s important for patients to take into account each institution and what resources they have available. Duke is fully equipped to take care of complex cases in a safe manner. We have a multi-institutional team that’s been around the Triangle the longest and has the most experience. Almost every patient comes back after surgery and we see some of their previous medical conditions go away. That’s a good definition of success. Dr. Portenier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Luke Kinsinger is a General Surgeon in Greensboro, North Carolina. Dr. Kinsinger has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Vagotomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

I am a general surgeon who specializes in weight loss surgery. I also specialize in the surgical management of GERD/reflux, Hiatal hernias, adrenal masses, inguinal hernias, and gallbladder problems using laparoscopic and robotic approaches. I enjoy seeing patients improve their health through bariatric surgery. In addition to losing weight, I see an improvement in their health-related conditions, such as high blood pressure, sleep apnea, or diabetes. My goal is for every patient to understand their surgical condition and the treatment plan that we developed together during their consultation. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, traveling, movies, and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Vagotomy, and Endoscopy.

I treat spine and movement disorders. My favorite part of my job is seeing my patients benefit from procedures that improve their quality of life. I also enjoy the integration of research into clinical practice and learning how research can benefit future generations. I spent seven years at the University of Minnesota before coming to Duke. I’ve been at Duke now for more than 25 years. Duke offers a number of things from performing ordinary, common procedures very well to successfully taking on very complex procedures all in the same day. Outside of work, I enjoy cycling and traveling with my wife. Dr. Turner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Vagotomy.

My passion for treating movement disorders grew after seeing dramatic improvements in my patients' quality of life due to both medical and surgical treatments. My specialty involves a combination of procedures (botulinum toxin injections, deep brain stimulator placement, and programming) and medication adjustments. As I deal with chronic disease, I enjoy getting to know my patients and families long-term. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors and traveling to new places whenever I get the chance. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Vagotomy.

I practice a broad range of general surgery with a passion for advanced, minimally invasive surgical approaches to treating diseases of the digestive tract and abdomen. I have expertise in laparoscopy, robotics, endoscopy, and TEM/TAMIS techniques. My strongest interests are in esophageal, stomach, and colorectal surgery. I believe in enhanced recovery protocols, multimodal pain control, and minimally invasive approaches to reduce discomfort and stress. Outside of my surgical calling, I enjoy time with my family, rooting for UNC, gaming, enjoying music and theater, and walking through trails and gardens. Dr. Gross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Femoral Hernia, Rectal Prolapse, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Vagotomy.

Edward Blasko is a General Surgeon in Wadesboro, North Carolina. Dr. Blasko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Blasko is currently accepting new patients.

Aaron Hudnall is a General Surgeon in Greenville, North Carolina. Dr. Hudnall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Peptic Ulcer, and Vagotomy. Dr. Hudnall is currently accepting new patients.

David Pilati is a General Surgeon in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Pilati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Pilati is currently accepting new patients.

Hugh Daniel is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Whiteville, North Carolina. Dr. Daniel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, Meige Disease, Lymphedema, Vagotomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Daniel is currently accepting new patients.

Dean Marson is a General Surgeon in Cedar Point, North Carolina. Dr. Marson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Femoral Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Marson is currently accepting new patients.

Alden Maier is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Maier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Cancer, and Vagotomy. Dr. Maier is currently accepting new patients.

David Newman is a General Surgeon in Greensboro, North Carolina. Dr. Newman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Vagotomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Newman is currently accepting new patients.

Rodger Liddle is a Gastroenterologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Liddle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Gallstones, Vagotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Liddle is currently accepting new patients.

Darryl Zeldin is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Zeldin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vagotomy. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Cerebral Hypoxia, Pneumonia, Stridor, and Vagotomy.