I grew up in Utica, New York. I am the oldest of three children and the first in my family to go to college. I practiced as a community pharmacist for six years before I went to medical school. I enjoyed pharmacy, but I wanted to be more involved in patient care. I enjoy general internal medicine because it allows me to help take care of the whole patient. I have been practicing internal medicine in Raleigh since 2000. I am married and have three daughters. My daughters play travel soccer, and I love traveling with them to watch them play. Dr. Griffiths is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Mamatha Ramaswamy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Ramaswamy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Stridor, Homocystinuria, and Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).

Alan Aarons is an Internal Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Aarons is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hives, Anaphylaxis, Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis (EIA), and Serum Sickness.

I was attracted to internal medicine because it offered me the opportunity to care for a variety of medical problems across multiple organ systems. As a primary care physician, I enjoy being the “front line” medical provider for diagnosis and treatment of chronic illnesses, promoting health and preventing disease in the general population. I like solving medical problems and managing complicated medical illnesses, and I value the relationships I develop with patients over time. The majority of my time outside of work is dedicated to my family and enjoying the beautiful North Carolina outdoors with them. I am also fascinated by ancient cultures and have a strong interest in archeology. Dr. Bentsen is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

I have been an internist for almost 20 years, the last three with Duke Primary Care. My areas of interest are preventive medicine, women’s health and diabetes management. While every physician has a different source of love for their job, I believe that the single most significant motivator for me is the ability to see the positive impact I can have on people’s lives. Throughout my practice as an internist, besides providing compassionate care, I have loved being able to foster patient empowerment through education and guidance. I’m a proud mother of two children, one in high school and the other in college. My husband, a cardiologist, motivates me to exercise regularly -- as I often advise my patients. Hiking, traveling, cooking and listening to music are my favorite pastime activities when I am not working. Dr. Thakkar is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Ovarian Failure, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

"I have been a practicing physician for more than 15 years, with experience in both hospital medicine and primary care. My idol and mentor is my uncle, who practiced in rural Hungary for over three decades. He was loved and respected by his community as he built personal relationships and friendships with every family he treated over many years. Spending a lot of summers with him while I grew up made me realize that medicine was the profession I needed to choose. My philosophy of ""listen to what your patient is telling you"" has been proven very effective in getting to the diagnosis fast and efficiently. I enjoy helping people and getting to know the whole person, as people are different and treatment needs to be individualized. I am happily married with five kids (four grown up) and enjoy outdoor activities including hiking, farming and traveling.". Dr. Kiss is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

I am originally from Poland, immigrating to the United States over 20 years ago. I very much enjoy working as an internal medicine doctor, specifically as a primary care physician, which allows me to establish long term relationships with my patients, better understand their needs and circumstances. I particularly like the preventive aspect of medical care, helping my patients to achieve and maintain their wellbeing. Practicing primary care also allows me to diagnose and treat a wide variety of medical conditions, which I find interesting, sometimes challenging, and always requiring continuity of learning. I am married, have two wonderful children. Enjoy reading, watching movies, traveling, and jewelry making. Dr. Paszkowiak is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism.

I am a primary care physician who provides care for adult patients of all ages and genders. I am very passionate about providing inclusive care for all. While I am a primary care physician, I also offer comprehensive care for LGBTQ+ identified people, including gender-affirming care for adult patients and PrEP. I grew up in Recife, Brazil. In my free time, I greatly enjoy nature, hiking, bird watching, and spending time with my family. Dr. Nisly is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Brittle Cornea Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

I chose to pursue a path in medicine when discovering how much of an impact I can make in a person's life. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, as a team, to help treat a wide variety of medical conditions. My areas of interest are diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. Investing in your health is the best investment you can make! Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, listening to music, exercising, reading, and outdoor activities. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Purine Nucleoside Phosphorylase Deficiency, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, Meningitis, and Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID).

Prashant Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypolipoproteinemia, Abetalipoproteinemia, Apo A-I Deficiency, and Familial HDL Deficiency. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Vijay Juneja is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Juneja is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Familial HDL Deficiency, Familial Hypobetalipoproteinemia, and Tangier Disease. Dr. Juneja is currently accepting new patients.

Raj Polavaram is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Polavaram is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Anemia. Dr. Polavaram is currently accepting new patients.

George Kryder is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Kryder is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Kryder is currently accepting new patients.

Scott Bilbro is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Bilbro is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Herpetic Stomatitis, Gingivostomatitis, and Hypertensive Heart Disease. Dr. Bilbro is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Gruchacz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Gruchacz is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

Joan Jordan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Jordan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

Onyinye Iweala is an Internal Medicine provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Iweala is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS), Food Allergy, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Asthma, and Septoplasty.

Sylvia Shoffner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Shoffner is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Hypothyroidism, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Glossitis. Dr. Shoffner is currently accepting new patients.

Sabrina O'brien is an Emergency Medicine provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. O'brien is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS). Dr. O'brien is currently accepting new patients.

Grant Jenkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Jenkins is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

James Jacobs is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Jacobs is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, High Cholesterol, Pyridoxine Deficiency, and Empyema. Dr. Jacobs is currently accepting new patients.

Himanshu Parikh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Parikh is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Transcobalamin Deficiency, Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Enlarged Liver, and Hypertensive Heart Disease. Dr. Parikh is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Resnik is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Resnik is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Resnik is currently accepting new patients.

It is a true privilege to involve yourself in the care and well-being of others. I enjoy caring for multiple age groups within the same family and have found the bonds created to be very fulfilling. Whether it is prevention of illness, treatment of disease, or focusing on an emotional aspect of their personal life journey, I have always been honored to be involved. As the medical director of Duke Primary Care Brier Creek, I find my leadership role allows me to stay committed to all elements of the practice. I was born and raised in a small town in West Virginia. I attended both undergraduate and medical school at West Virginia University. I applied to medical school with a primary interest in forensic pathology; however, I quickly found patient interaction much more rewarding. I then chose a combined field in internal medicine and pediatrics. I have practiced medicine in North Carolina since 2002. After I moved to Durham, I was told I needed to choose light blue or dark blue, but have remained a true Mountaineer at heart. I am married with two energetic boys. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

I have been providing internal medicine care since 1997. My wife and I moved to the Triangle in 2009 to join the Duke family. I have always enjoyed the relationship that is built between my patients and myself. Part of being a good doctor is knowing your patients and listening to them. I try to communicate clearly and candidly with my patients about their medical conditions. My wife and I enjoy the outdoors and like taking long hikes with our dog. I also enjoy cooking, and actually contemplated going to culinary institute when I was younger. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.