Sonali J. Bracken
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Dr. Sonali J. Bracken

Rheumatology
Duke Health
Duke Rheumatology Clinic - Clinic 1J
40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
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Expertise in
1
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Duke Health
Duke Rheumatology Clinic - Clinic 1J
40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
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Overview

I care for people with autoimmune diseases, especially those living with scleroderma and related lung conditions like interstitial lung disease. These conditions are complex and can impact many aspects of a person’s health, so I work closely with each patient to understand their specific symptoms, goals, and concerns. I believe in a thoughtful, team-based approach that integrates the latest science with individualized care, which is central to our mission at the Duke Scleroderma Center. We offer a range of treatment options and participate in multiple clinical trials, giving patients the opportunity to benefit from cutting-edge research.I was drawn to rheumatology because of the deep relationships we build with patients and the opportunity to care for the whole person. As a physician-scientist, I am continually inspired by my patients to pursue research aimed at improving treatment options for people living with autoimmune conditions. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, traveling, cooking, and being outdoors. I feel privileged to partner with my patients on their health journeys and to be part of their support team.

Dr. Bracken is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Alkaptonuria, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU), and Scleroderma.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties
Rheumatology
Board Certifications
American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology
Fellowships
Rheumatology, Duke University
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Female

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Duke Rheumatology Clinic - Clinic 1J
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Call: 919-613-2243

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Dr. Bracken has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Scleroderma

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.


14 Total Publications

Use of Nintedanib for the Treatment of Systemic Sclerosis-associated Interstitial Lung Disease at Expert Scleroderma Centers in the United States.
Use of Nintedanib for the Treatment of Systemic Sclerosis-associated Interstitial Lung Disease at Expert Scleroderma Centers in the United States.
Journal: Annals of the American Thoracic Society
Published: April 10, 2025
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