In pediatric gastroenterology, we see children of all ages with disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. This can include disorders of the esophagus (food tube), stomach, pancreas, liver, gall bladder, small intestine, large intestine, and rectum. I have a particular interest in caring for children with disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), such as irritable bowel syndrome and functional dyspepsia. DGBI in children may be associated with chronic abdominal pain and meal-related symptoms. I also have a particular interest in caring for children with motility disorders. These include disorders such as esophageal achalasia, gastroparesis, intestinal pseudo-obstruction, and severe constipation. Pediatric gastroenterologists at Duke collaborate with several specialty colleagues in areas such as pediatric surgery, physical therapy, psychology, otolaryngology, and pulmonology to provide cutting-edge clinical care. We also educate pediatric gastroenterology trainees and lead academic innovation through quality initiatives and research to improve pediatric digestive health. Dr. Pedro is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroparesis, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

Priya Kishnani is a Pediatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kishnani is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pompe Disease, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 3, Hypophosphatasia (HPP), Glycogen Storage Disease Type 9, and Splenectomy. Dr. Kishnani is currently accepting new patients.

I am a pediatric neurologist and the director of the pediatric neurology sleep medicine program. I treat children with a variety of sleep problems, including narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and difficulty sleeping. My goal is to engage not only the patient but also the family. Oftentimes, these problems are eminently treatable and even preventable, so it’s very gratifying when I see a child who has a treatable medical disorder and see all of the other areas in the child's and family’s life that are positively affected. I believe Duke is the best place in the world to seek care for children. We pride ourselves on cutting-edge technology and research, but also on compassionate care and being able to relate to families and their needs and values. We have access to ongoing research trials, research information, drugs, and other providers in other subspecialties within the Duke system, so it’s a nice comprehensive care program here. Dr. Kansagra is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Pompe Disease, West Syndrome, and Epilepsy.

Poorvi Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium Tremens, Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, and Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

Richard Gelber is a Pediatrics provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Gelber is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Menopause, Obesity in Children, Diarrhea, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Gelber is currently accepting new patients.

Timothy Ashley is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ashley is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rasmussen Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Encephalitis, and Sciatica. Dr. Ashley is currently accepting new patients.

I look forward to going to work at Duke Health every day. I get the opportunity to help others while doing work that is stimulating and challenging each and every day. My practice covers all surgical and medical aspects of pediatric urology. Common surgical problems are correction of hypospadias, undescended testes, vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary obstruction. Medical issues include incontinence and urinary tract infections. Urological care of spina bifida is another large area of my focus. As a surgeon, I am able to use my hands and harness the creative parts of my mind toward that goal. Working with children is a joy and keeps me young and on my toes. Having three children of my own keeps me grounded and makes me individualize the plan for each patient as I would want for my own child. I feel fortunate to be at Duke where I am surrounded by brilliant colleagues and curious students. This stimulation drives me to strive to be my best and to conduct research that will benefit my own patients and similar children worldwide. Dr. Wiener is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Neurogenic Bladder, Neurogenic Bowel, Lithotripsy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

Susan Kreissman is a Pediatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kreissman has been practicing medicine for over 40 years is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Neuroblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Hepatoblastoma, Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

I am a pediatric nephrologist and work with children with kidney disease. Some of the conditions that we see include congenital malformations of the kidney and the bladder, nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis (inflammation of the kidney filters), and children who are on dialysis or who received kidney transplantation because of kidney failure. I listen carefully to parents when they bring their children to the clinic because they know their children better than any other person, and they are the best advocates for their child. I collaborate a lot with the other doctors in the clinic. Rest assured, when you visit our clinic and I am not around, the doctor who is seeing you knows everything about your child. This is a group practice with a very caring multidisciplinary team. Dr. Gbadegesin is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Nephrotic Syndrome, Minimal Change Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant.

As a general pediatric surgeon, I take care of children with many different conditions of the chest or abdomen. These conditions can include birth defects, cancers, injuries caused by accidents and more. I also serve as chief of the division of pediatric surgery at Duke. When a child needs surgical care, it is one of the most challenging times in a family’s life. We are surrounded by a great team at Duke, which gives families the peace of mind that their child is in the best hands possible. I enjoy my role, because I not only get to work with families during times of challenge and happiness, but with staff members who are dedicated to keeping children healthy. I also relish my role in training young surgeons who are dedicated to helping children grow up as healthy as possible. Dr. Rice is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Spherocytosis, Atresia of Small Intestine, Umbilical Hernia, Splenectomy, and Thrombectomy.

As a physician, I care for children who may have cancer or a type of blood disease. I work with them and their families from the initial evaluation to establish a diagnosis, all the way through developing and carrying out a treatment plan. As we work together, I prioritize listening to their concerns, understanding their values, and working as a team. I also value transparency and honesty as we share information along the pathway toward healing. I consider it a tremendous honor and privilege to work with children and their parents, and I strive to do everything I can to help. Dr. Skapek is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rhabdomyosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Pineoblastoma, and Pineocytoma.

I’m a pediatric neurologist and chief of pediatric neurology at Duke. My specialty is pediatric epilepsy. It’s extremely rewarding to treat a child because you are changing the life of not only the patient but also of their family. The most important thing in treating a patient is listening and forming a connection. You have to know where the patient and the family are coming from. By listening and observing, I can better understand their needs and then apply the most advanced knowledge and technologies to help them. There is a lot of patient education that goes on and it’s very important and most delightful to do that in close partnership and alliance with the family particularly in an often complex disorder like childhood epilepsy. Outside of work, I enjoy classical music, reading, biking, jogging and traveling, but what I truly enjoy most of all is taking care of patients. Dr. Mikati is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Epilepsy in Children, Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, and Increased Head Circumference.

I take care of children and adolescents who have pediatric rheumatic diseases. These include juvenile idiopathic arthritis, lupus, juvenile dermatomyositis, scleroderma, and vasculitis. I take a particular interest in taking care young people who have different forms of juvenile myositis, which is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks one’s own muscles or skin. In order to be a good rheumatologist, you have to listen to the patient and the family because we don’t have a fancy test that just gives you an answer. The answers come from what the patients and their families share with me. Some of our patients are some of the most challenging and sometimes even the sickest patients, yet we can help them get them much better. For that reason, I find my work is very hopeful because I get to see young people really persevere through very tough times and achieve really amazing things in their lives. Dr. Ardalan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Localized Scleroderma, and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

I care for children with childhood arthritis, autoimmune, and autoinflammatory conditions. The relationship I build with my patients and families is one of the most rewarding parts of my career. I believe it is that collaborative relationship that is crucial to managing these often chronic conditions that affect children so differently. I also remain committed to providing opportunities for patients and families to become involved in research and advocacy to help to move the field forward and improve the care we offer to children. With our joint commitment, we will be able to advance our knowledge, optimize available treatments, and eventually find a cure for these rare conditions. Dr. Becker is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Localized Scleroderma, Arthritis, and Juvenile Dermatomyositis.

So much of life’s experiences and enjoyment comes from movement, and I have made it my mission to help children live their best lives through improved physical function. I enjoy getting to know both the patient and their guardians and believe shared decision making is the best way to optimize outcomes. This entails taking the whole child, family situation, and goals into consideration and coming up with a strategy together that makes the most sense. I have specialized interest and experience treating developmental hip dysplasia and a variety of leg deformities including those that are crooked, twisted, or too short. With these conditions, we are beginning with a structure that isn’t normal and working to make it better than it could have been without intervention. Even thinking about having surgery can be nerve wracking for children and their families alike, but my team and I will be with you every step of the way. Dr. Allen is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Congenital Radioulnar Synostosis, Sprengel Deformity, Accessory Navicular Bone, and Osteotomy.

I am a cardiologist and researcher who has been at Duke for 25 years. My practice focuses mostly on children who have heart disease. My research involves studying and testing different types of drugs that are used to treat heart problems in children. I chose to be a doctor, because I love to see children grow and develop into healthy adults. Focusing on the heart has allowed me to make a big impact, because I get to treat children for problems while they are young that will improve their quality of life far into their future. Cardiology is also exciting because of the cutting-edge technologies use that we use to treat patients. Duke has an outstanding program for children with heart disease. We take a team approach where we involve the family, the child, nurses, doctors, social workers and others to ensure the best outcome for the child and their family. Dr. Li is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Glycogen Storage Disease Type 7, Endocardial Cushion Defect, and Heart Transplant.

I care for children and adolescents with blood and cancer disorders. I have a special interest in connective tissue cancers, also known as sarcomas. I also enjoy reading, baking, and studying Mandarin Chinese. I am married and have two children. Dr. Linardic is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rhabdomyosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Costello Syndrome, and Legius Syndrome.

I was originally encouraged by my mother, a labor and delivery nurse, to pursue a career in medicine. I became a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon because it is a challenging surgical specialty that requires a lot of thought when making decisions, and because the population is near and dear to my heart. I take care of children with special orthopaedic needs, including scoliosis and other spine disorders, as well as children with growth abnormalities. I also see pediatric trauma patients, meaning children who need orthopaedic surgery due to an accident or other injury. I am inspired by a child's ability to overcome adversity and to adapt to their circumstances, and I find deep gratification when I am able to help improve their lives in some way. Dr. Lark is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Lordosis, Blount Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

I am a pediatric cardiologist who specializes in pediatric cardiac imaging, fetal/prenatal cardiology, care for cardiac patients admitted to the hospital, and outpatient cardiology. As a pediatric cardiologist, I take care of children with congenital or acquired heart disease, from birth through adolescence. I am also a fetal cardiologist who guides an expectant family with a baby who has congenital heart disease through pregnancy and delivery. Because I am both a fetal and pediatric cardiologist, I have the privilege of caring for our heart warriors and families from the very beginning in mid-pregnancy all the way to adulthood. Being able to share a special bond with patients and families over years, be a part of their unique journey, and watch each extraordinary heart warrior grow and thrive is the reason why I chose to become a physician. Dr. Sethi is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Heart Transplant.

Maria Escolar is a Pediatrics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Escolar is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome), and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome).

Matthew Laughon is a Pediatrics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Laughon is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Premature Infant, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn. Dr. Laughon is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Muenzer is a Pediatrics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Muenzer is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A). Dr. Muenzer is currently accepting new patients.

Ermal Aliu is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Aliu is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Phenylketonuria (PKU), Learman Syndrome, Microcephaly, and Symphalangism Distal.

Andrea Haqq is a Pediatrics specialist and an Endocrinologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Haqq is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, Prader-Willi Syndrome, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Islet Cell Transplantation.

Matthew Baldwin is a Pediatrics provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Baldwin is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Croup. Dr. Baldwin is currently accepting new patients.