Dr. Richard P. Francis

For over 30 years, helping patients with metabolic bones diseases (osteoporosis and Paget’s disease of bone) and other disorders of mineral metabolism (vitamin D deficiency and hyperparathyroidism) has been one of the most rewarding parts of my career as a physician. I enjoy helping patients with complicated problems find ways to treat their disease. I have many patients that I have followed for 10 to 20 years, and I highly value the relationship we develop. We now have FDA-approved therapies to treat and prevent fractures in osteoporosis, and reduce pain and disability in Paget’s disease, so it is even more rewarding to help patients decide which treatments are best for them. Dr. Lyles is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Fractured Spine, and Decerebrate Posture.

Qing Cao is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Greenville, North Carolina. Dr. Cao is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement.

Andrea Gilroy is a Geriatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gilroy is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, Athlete's Foot, and Contracture Deformity.