The 20 Best Heart Valve Repair Doctors near durham, NC

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Heart Valve Repair near durham, NC. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Heart Transplant Clinic - Clinic 2F/2G

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Glower is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Glower is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Glower is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Glower is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Heart Transplant Clinic - Clinic 2F/2G

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Williams is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Williams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Williams is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery . Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Chen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Chen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Chen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Gaca is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gaca is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Gaca is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Gaca is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Duke Children's Health Center Cardiology Clinic

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Turek is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Turek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Coarctation of the Aorta, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Heart Transplant, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Turek is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery, American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Congenital Cardiac Surgery , and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery . Dr. Turek is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Heart Transplant Clinic - Clinic 2F/2G

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacob Schroder is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Schroder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Schroder is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Schroder is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Heart Transplant Clinic - Clinic 2F/2G

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Carmelo Milano is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Milano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Milano is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery . Dr. Milano is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cardiothoracic Surgery - Clinic 2F/2G

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Vekstein is a General Surgeon and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Vekstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Vekstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Referral may be required

    Duke Heart Transplant Clinic - Clinic 2F/2G

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brittany Anne-Zwischenberger is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Anne-Zwischenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Anne-Zwischenberger is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery . Dr. Anne-Zwischenberger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cardiothoracic Surgery - Clinic 2F/2G

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shu Lin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cardiothoracic Surgery - Clinic 2F/2G

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Keenan is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Keenan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Hypothermia, Heart Transplant, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Keenan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery . Dr. Keenan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    G Chad-Hughes is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Chad-Hughes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Chad-Hughes is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Chad-Hughes is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Clark is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Clark is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheal Agenesis, Tetralogy of Fallot, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Truncus Arteriosus, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Clark is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Congenital Cardiac Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    Advanced in Heart Valve Repair
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cardiology Arringdon

    5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
    Morrisville, NC 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    J Kevin-Harrison is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Morrisville, North Carolina. Dr. Kevin-Harrison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Kevin-Harrison is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Interventional Cardiology and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kevin-Harrison is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cardiology Arringdon

    5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
    Morrisville, NC 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Wang is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Morrisville, North Carolina. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Sengers Syndrome, Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Wang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cardiology Arringdon

    5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
    Morrisville, NC 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bharathi Upadhya is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Morrisville, North Carolina. Dr. Upadhya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Atherectomy. Dr. Upadhya is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Cardiovascular Disease and American Board Of Internal Med, Adult Congenital Heart Disease. Dr. Upadhya is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Hebrew, Hungarian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ziv Beckerman is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Beckerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Ring, Myelomeningocele, Heart Transplant, and Embolectomy. Dr. Beckerman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Oliver Jawitz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Jawitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Pectus Excavatum, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Outpatient Center At Eastowne

    100 Eastowne Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Cavender is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Cavender is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Cavender is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Experienced in Heart Valve Repair
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cardiology Arringdon-Ste 410

    5601 Arringdon Park Dr Ste 410, 
    Morrisville,, NC 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Todd Kiefer is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Morrisville,, North Carolina. Dr. Kiefer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Valve Repair. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Kiefer is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    When should I see a Heart Valve Repair doctor near durham, NC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Heart Valve Repair doctor near durham, NC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Heart Valve Repair doctors near durham, NC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Heart Valve Repair doctors near durham, NC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Heart Valve Repair doctor near durham, NC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Valve Repair doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Valve Repair doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Heart Valve Repair doctor near durham, NC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Heart Valve Repair doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Heart Valve Repair doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Heart Valve Repair doctors near durham, NC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Valve Repair doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Heart Valve Repair doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Valve Repair doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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