As a general nephrologist, my clinical interests include chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, and hypertension. I particularly enjoy building long-term relationships with patients from all walks of life, but I also enjoy helping patients and their families navigate the health system during an acute illness. Although I have lived and worked in New York City for almost 20 years, I am happy to be returning to my roots in North Carolina and at Duke. Dr. Wyatt is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Interstitial Nephritis, and Kidney Transplant.

I came to Duke for medical school in 1981, remained here for all of my training, and joined the faculty in 1991. I enjoy participating in the care of patients in all phases of kidney disease. I have a special interest in kidney transplantation, and I particularly value the opportunity to see the same patient over time. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Renovascular Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant.

James Godwin is a Nephrologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Godwin is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Godwin is currently accepting new patients.

Vimal Derebail is a Nephrologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Derebail is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glomerulonephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome, Membranous Nephropathy, Lupus Nephritis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Derebail is currently accepting new patients.

Pankaj Jawa is a Nephrologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Jawa is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Jawa is currently accepting new patients.

Romita Mukerjee is a Nephrologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Mukerjee is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Mukerjee is currently accepting new patients.

Venkata Suda is a Nephrologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Suda is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Acute Kidney Failure, Necrosis, and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Suda is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Hostetter is a Nephrologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hostetter is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Metabolic Acidosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Calcinosis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hostetter is currently accepting new patients.

Arthur Greenberg is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Greenberg is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), and Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome.

I am a nephrologist at Duke University with over 20 years of experience as a clinician, clinical researcher, and mentor. In my outpatient practice, I take care of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). In my hospital work, I evaluate and care for patients with acute kidney injury and with electrolyte disorders. In clinical research, I am experienced in serving on steering committees for multicenter clinical trials in CKD, including work with National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded trials -- the African American Study of Kidney Disease and Hypertension (AASK), the AASK Cohort Study, the Dialysis Access Consortium, and the Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) treatment trial. I recently joined the steering committee for the NIDDK consortium, pilot studies of candidate therapies for CKD. I am active in multiple industry-sponsored clinical trials. I am a member of the executive committee for the Collaborative Study Group, a consortium that has implemented several successful clinical trials in nephrology. Dr. Middleton is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), High Potassium Level, and Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease.

I enjoy practicing nephrology and taking care of patients with kidney disorders. My clinical interests include management of uncontrolled high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, acute kidney failure, and fluid and electrolyte disorders. I also have particular interest in the evaluation and management of kidney diseases affecting cancer patients (onco-nephrology). Dr. Ortiz is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant.

I take care of people with complicated hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic kidney diseases, and dialysis treatments. My niche is taking care of pregnant women with kidney diseases and hypertension, as well as complicated hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and dialysis in the hospital setting. I also take care of long-term follow-ups for patients who have had a kidney transplant. When I meet with a patient, I inform them about what the options are and help them make a decision. The kidney center here at Duke is nationally well-known, and we see patients from all over, including international patients. I always want my patients to know I am available for them, either through MyChart or if they call the office and ask a question; they'll usually get an answer within 24 hours. Dr. Kovalik is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis.

David Butterly is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Butterly has been practicing medicine for over 39 years is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, and Polycystic Kidney Disease.

Ruediger Lehrich is a Nephrologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lehrich has been practicing medicine for over 31 years is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Low Sodium Level, and Acute Kidney Failure.

I am a general nephrologist and am happy to see patients with chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, polycystic kidney disease, proteinuria, and resistant hypertension. I pride myself on returning telephone calls from my patients promptly and on sending letters to my patients following their clinic visits. What I like most about my practice is that I am able to take care of my patients for many years. Dr. Berkoben is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Acute Kidney Failure.

I enjoy building relationships with my patients and making sure they are actively involved in setting goals for their health and collaborating on how to best accomplish those goals with available therapies. I promote lifestyle practices that lower blood pressure, slow the progression of chronic kidney disease, and enhance quality of life. To lead by example, I exercise regularly by running with a local group and participating in fitness competitions with my husband. I also enjoy experimenting in the kitchen by creating healthier versions of traditional dishes. Dr. Tyson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Metabolic Acidosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, High Potassium Level, and Low Potassium Level.

Barbara Gillespie is a Nephrologist in Morrisville, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Glomerulonephritis and Membranous Nephropathy.

Jason Eckel is a Nephrologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Eckel has been practicing medicine for over 22 years is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Polycystic Kidney Disease.

Kevin Lee is a Nephrologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.

Adam Stern is a Nephrologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Stern is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

Phillip Timmons is a Nephrologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Timmons has been practicing medicine for over 36 years is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Chronic Kidney Disease.

So Yoon is a Nephrologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Yoon is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Nephrosclerosis.

Michael Oliverio is a Nephrologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Oliverio has been practicing medicine for over 36 years is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.

Michael Casey is a Nephrologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Casey has been practicing medicine for over 30 years is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant.

Samsher Sonawane is a Nephrologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Sonawane has been practicing medicine for over 26 years is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Chronic Kidney Disease.