I have been in practice at Duke Primary Care Butner-Creedmoor for seven years. I spent my first career practicing medicine in the U.S. Air Force. I was privileged to serve my country and now feel privileged to work in the Duke health system. I went into family medicine because I enjoy getting to know my patients and seeing them over the long term. I enjoy all aspects of family medicine and enjoy seeing all ages. I especially enjoy chronic illness management and sports medicine. I hope to spend the rest of my medical career being a family medicine physician for Duke Primary Care. I am married and have three children. I enjoy being outdoors, hiking, cycling and exploring new areas. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

I grew up in upstate New York and moved down here for medical school and loved the area and stayed. I am married with two children. I have been at this practice since graduating residency in 2008 and have enjoyed working with the staff and patients in this area. Dr. Berstler is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3.

I enjoy caring for all members of the family, including children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. I have a particular interest in preventive care. I am happily married and have two wonderful sons. I like exercising, reading, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Bostelman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Familial Hypertension.

"When I was a boy, I dreamed of becoming a simple country doctor. Although today I am not so much ""in the country"", that kind of doctor is who I am at heart. I enjoy the combination of the breadth of family medicine with the depth of the relationships the field allows me to form with patients of all ages and from all walks of life. I am particularly interested in cardiovascular disease prevention and helping patients manage hypertension (high blood pressure). Men's health is another area of interest, and I try to role model a healthy lifestyle by exercising regularly and eating a healthful diet. I also offer no needle, no scalpel vasectomies at Duke Family Medicine Center. My research focuses on hypertension, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, and obesity prevention. I enjoy traveling and taking time to appreciate the beauty and wonder around us.". Dr. Viera is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Obesity.

I am medical director of Duke Family Medicine Center, and my interests include women’s health, quality improvement, and medical education. I am always on the lookout for new and better ways to serve and help our patients. I gain a lot of personal satisfaction from being involved with nearly every aspect of patient care. I am involved in the center’s CenteringPregnancy® prenatal care initiative. I have worked at Duke Family Medicine since I moved to the area in 2008, and I have served as medical director since 2011. I have always enjoyed teaching and believe it is a core value of our practice. When not at work, I am spending time with my spouse, who is also a physician, and my three children. Indeed, life is never boring for me. Dr. Ragsdale-Iii is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Clear Cell Sarcoma, Familial Wilms Tumor 2, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.

I provide primary care to all ages. I enjoy caring for children through older adults, especially when I see the whole family. I feel lucky to live so close by in the downtown Durham area with my husband and four kids. We regularly take advantage of the ability to walk to many of Durham’s great restaurants, the farmer's market, and activities on the Duke University campus. Dr. Sease is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

My interest in medicine stems from my rural roots and a desire to help the underserved. My hobbies include youth mentoring, traveling, and personal health and wellness. Dr. Todd is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

Hope Hall-Wilson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hall-Wilson is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Hall-Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

Jolene Jean-Gracia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Creedmoor, North Carolina. Dr. Jean-Gracia is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Jean-Gracia is currently accepting new patients.

Samuel Blackwell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Blackwell is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Blackwell is currently accepting new patients.

Elizabeth Baltaro is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Creedmoor, North Carolina. Dr. Baltaro is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Baltaro is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Shaner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Shaner is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Shaner is currently accepting new patients.

I am a family medicine doctor interested in all aspects of primary care. I currently treat pediatric patients. I believe in the team approach and like to work with patients to come up with a treatment plan that works for them after they leave the office. I love to travel and always have a plan for my next trip in my head. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Cirrhosis.

"One of the joys of primary care is that it allows me to create space for patients to unapologetically be exactly who they are, producing a healing environment that compliments each patient's medical care. I deeply desire for my patients to know that I will put forth my best effort to meet their needs both medically and emotionally. I enjoy spending time with my wife and producing and composing music. I also have a ""healthy"" obsession with cars.". His top areas of expertise are High Potassium Level, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

For me, one of the most rewarding aspects of medicine is establishing a connection with my patients and working as a team to improve their overall health and wellness. My goal is to offer insight, guidance and medical advice that will empower my patients to make healthy decisions and improve their health. In my free-time, I enjoy spending time with my family, exercising and trying new restaurants. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Anemia.

I am a family medicine physician and therefore treat people in every stage of life. I am most interested in ensuring a holistic approach to care, which highlights the importance of good nutrition as part of living up to your body's fullest potential. It is important for us to develop a collaborative approach to your healthcare, to determine together the best approach to your healthcare needs. My main goal in practice is to help you feel that you are getting the care you need and to assist you with any health changes or transitions in your life with compassion. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Cellulitis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

It is a privilege to be a primary care provider. While I enjoy many aspects of family medicine, getting to know each of my patients on a personal level and serving as their advocate is what inspires me the most. I feel that trust is the key to a strong doctor-patient relationship and I hope to foster this through open communication and mutual respect. My medical interests include sports medicine and preventative medicine. I am blessed with a supportive wife and two beautiful children. Our family moved to North Carolina in 2015 to be close to our family and friends. We are excited by what the Research Triangle area has to offer and look forward to establishing roots in this community. I most enjoy spending time with my family and watching our children learn and grow. I also love to fish, travel, swim, and hike. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

I have many interests in medicine, including preventive health care, women's health, adolescent health and managing chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. I chose family medicine as it not only allows me to provide personalized long-term care to my patients, but I also have the ability to get to know my patients, their friends and family members. Outside of medicine, I enjoy staying active. I hike, run and seek out new trails in the area with my family. I also spend weekends taking in the art, food, and music scene in Durham. I appreciate traveling, but this can get a little difficult as we have 5 rescue dogs of all ages who require a lot of attention! I moved to the Triangle from Phoenix, AZ, and am enjoying learning about and discovering the area. Her top areas of expertise are Tietz Syndrome, Costochondritis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

I joined Duke in 2015 as a faculty member in the departments of Community and Family Medicine and Psychiatry. As part of my practice, I treat both physical and mental illnesses to improve overall patient well-being. My goal is to empower patients to take charge of their own health. Aside from direct patient care, I also work within the Duke Family Medicine Residency Program developing behavioral health curriculum and training residents. My professional interests include primary care psychiatry, medical education, and integrated care. Outside of medicine I enjoy movies, traveling, and college sports. His top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

My interests include minority health, graduate medical education, interprofessional collaboration, and cultural competency instruction and program development. I joined Duke Family Medicine in 2013. I received my medical degree with a Special Distinction in Community Service. I also work as a medical instructor in the Duke Physician Assistant Program, and I serve as diversity strategist in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. I am originally from St. Louis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Cluster Headache.

I practice the full spectrum of ambulatory family medicine and have special interests in women’s health, dermatology, urology and mental health. I am involved in the center’s CenteringPregnancy® prenatal care initiative. I am passionate about addressing social determinants of health, population health, health disparities, caring for underserved populations, LGBT, immigrant, migrant, and trans-national communities. I am interested in health and educational equity, global health, cultural competence through humility, and Latin America. I am from Argentina and moved to the United States in 1990 to train in family medicine. Her top areas of expertise are Post Polio Syndrome, COVID-19, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Urinary Incontinence.

As a family physician, I enjoy caring for patients of all ages including pregnant women. I strive to treat patients as I want my own family treated, in an honest and caring fashion, while providing cost effective and evidence –based care. I am particularly interested in chronic disease management and prevention. After working in a community health center in Burlington, NC, I came to Duke in 2008. I balance my clinical time with teaching responsibilities in the Duke University School of Medicine. I am also fluent in Spanish and enjoy using this in my work. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

I have been at Duke since 2003. My areas of interest are in primary care and the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders. I am the executive director of Duke Connected Care, Duke’s accountable care organization, and I am the medical director of DukeWELL, a population health program for Duke Employees and dependents. My administrative duties include serving as associate chief medical officer for Duke University Health System, where my work focuses on care redesign, new models of care and new models of payment. Prior to that, I was chief of family medicine at Duke. I enjoy being involved in leadership and organized medicine, both locally and nationally. I recently served as president of the North Carolina Medical Society. His top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Prathima Surapaneni is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Butner, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Contracture Deformity, Insomnia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Surapaneni is currently accepting new patients.

Craig Hoffmeier is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Creedmoor, North Carolina. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.