I am honored to care for our patients with brain and spinal cord tumors, as well as supporting their loved ones as we navigate this challenging diagnosis together. I strive to help patients find their balance between aggressive, cutting-edge brain cancer treatment and protecting their quality of life. It's important to me to care for the whole person with attention to fitness, nutrition, and mental health. I live in Chapel Hill with my husband and two children. My other interests include travel, camping and backpacking, gardening, skiing, reading, and my large extended family. Ms. Evans is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

It is an honor for me to serve patients and families who are coping with brain and spinal cord tumors. I believe strongly in the person-to-person relationships with my clinical team, my patients, and their loved ones. I enjoy cycling and other outdoor activities, cooking, music of all sorts, and living in Durham. I am married to a Durham native and we are proud parents of a daughter who was born at Duke and graduated from Duke University. Mr. Johnson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top area of expertise is Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

I am a physician assistant in the division of gastroenterology. I treat many types of liver problems, including autoimmune hepatitis, genetic conditions, and viral hepatitis. I also treat downstream problems of ascites, which cause abdominal swelling, or encephalopathy, which can affect your brain. My favorite part is being able to walk with people on their journey toward health and wellness. When you come to see me, you see a team practice. I work together with Dr. Andrew Muir and have since 2001. I hope you know that when you see me, you are seeing him because we are a team. We see patients jointly and collaboratively, and you have access to so many resources, including nutritionists, physical therapists, and referrals we can make within Duke. Ms. Goacher is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, Ascites, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

I'm a physician assistant specializing in gastroenterology. I have experience caring for patients with a variety of gastrointestinal disorders, but my focus is treating patients with disorders of the esophagus. These conditions include gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), achalasia, Barrett's esophagus, and eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). I aim to provide compassionate and quality care and I enjoy working together with my patients to come up with the best treatment plan for them. I hope to help improve their overall quality of life. Outside of the office, I enjoy traveling, playing tennis, and cooking. Ms. Ryder is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Encopresis.

I am a certified physician assistant and I have worked in neurology since 2004 in both a private practice and an academic medical center. I strive to provide the highest quality patient-centered care that is informed by the best available evidence from the medical literature. I believe each clinical encounter is an opportunity to collaborate with patients to address priorities related to neurological conditions, as well as promote health, function, and quality of life. I am also an assistant professor and faculty clinical coordinator in the Duke University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program. Mr. Hudak is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS) and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

Jennifer Durling is a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Durling is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG). She is board certified in National Comm On Certif Of Physician Assistants. Ms. Durling is currently accepting new patients.

I am a physician assistant working in thoracic surgery and most frequently manage lung and esophageal cancers. Dealing with these diagnoses can be one of the most difficult times in a patient’s life. I strive to care for these patients and their families as though they were my own family members, and I take pride in educating my patients every step of the way so that they can make their own informed decisions. Ms. Howard is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Emphysema.

Evan Dropkin is a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Dropkin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Stomach Cancer, and Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer. Ms. Dropkin is currently accepting new patients.

Tara Herrmann is a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Herrmann is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), and Mesothelioma. Ms. Herrmann is currently accepting new patients.

I became a physician assistant after practicing as a pharmacist for several years because I loved the field of medicine and wanted to have a closer interaction with patients and guide their medical care in a holistic manner. I feel I truly make a difference in the lives of the patients we treat in the Division of Cellular Therapy and Hematological Malignancies. I try to communicate with my patients in a sincere and candid style so they have a clear picture of their disease and transplant journey. My core clinical focus is autologous, allogeneic and cord blood hematopoietic stem cell transplant patients with blood cancers. I am also part of the autologous stem cell transplant team for patients with systemic scleroderma. In my free time, I enjoy running and participating in races of various distances. I love spending time with my husband, children, and grandchildren. I find a lot of pleasure in gardening and being outside as much as possible. Ms. Ann Helms is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma and Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM).

I am a pediatric neurosurgical physician assistant caring for children with brain and spinal cord disorders. I have always enjoyed working with children. Combining my career and love for children has been very rewarding. Her top area of expertise is Posterior Fossa Decompression.

Lindsey Rowe is a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Rowe is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Muscle Spasms. Ms. Rowe is currently accepting new patients.

Diane Covington is a Physician Assistant and an Orthopedics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Covington is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis and Tenosynovitis. Ms. Covington is currently accepting new patients.

Bryan Walker is a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Mr. Walker is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS) and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

Ashley Haskin is a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Haskin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Nodules, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease. Ms. Haskin is currently accepting new patients.

Alicia Provenzano is a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Provenzano is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Vertebral Artery Dissection, and Rathke Cleft Cyst.

I am a physician assistant working in thoracic surgery and most frequently care for patients with lung and esophageal cancers as well as other benign diseases in the chest. I have spent most of my career caring for patients with cancer. Cancer care is often complex, and I enjoy helping patients navigate through their treatment. It is a true privilege to care for patients and their families during some of the most trying times in their lives. Ms. Kunz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

Julie Dunaway is a Physician Assistant and a Radiologist in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Dunaway is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Thyroid Nodule, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Alcoholic Cirrhosis.

Julia Marki is a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Ms. Marki is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease and Pudendal Neuralgia. Ms. Marki is currently accepting new patients.

Charles Hunter is a Physician Assistant in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Mr. Hunter is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Mr. Hunter is currently accepting new patients.

I chose to become a physician assistant in midlife, after my first career as a modern dancer. The way the body moves and works has always fascinated me, so pursuing a second career in medicine seemed a natural extension of my interests. I have been a family medicine physician assistant since 2000 and have served as lead clinician at the Walltown Neighborhood Clinic since 2004. Our clinical site is small and personable, just the way I like it. Taking care of families is very rewarding to me. As my patients have aged, I've taken time to learn more about the diseases of aging and geriatric care in general. My practice includes young children, teens, folks in midlife, and the elderly. I love what I do and feel privileged to care for the people that I serve. Her top area of expertise is Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).

My current role as a surgical physician assistant in cardiothoracic surgery is very rewarding. I work very closely with the heart surgeons here at Duke to take care of our patients in the operating room, in the hospital, and in the clinics. I have enjoyed working in health care since my first position as an ER Assistant in my home town of Jamestown, New York while a senior in high school. My career has progressed through several roles including medical surgical nursing, ER trauma nurse, and nurse supervisor. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, and Aortic Dissection.

Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and raised in Montpellier, France, I migrated to the United States to further my medical education. Prior to practicing as a physician assistant, I conducted cardiovascular disease research while conducting educational seminars about cardiovascular diseases and health disparities for the local African American community. Upon completion of my physician assistant studies, I practiced in the Duke Cardiac Electrophysiology Department for nearly 10 years before transitioning to the Perioperative Anesthesia and Surgical Screening Clinic where I am currently seeing patients. Regardless of which specialty I serve, patients have been and continue to be the highlights of days in the clinic. Interacting with my patients gives me a sense of purpose. Even when there are times with no definitive guaranteed outcome, being able to bring a glance of peace and safety to my patients while delivering excellent quality of care and education remains my ultimate goal. Her top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrial Tachycardia, and Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT).

I am a physician assistant in the division of gastroenterology and work with patients with liver disease. While I see many patients with Hepatitis C and B, I primarily work with patients with fatty liver disease. My aim as a provider, is to help patients navigate the medical landscape and help put them back in control of their health. I work with patients to create an individualized plan that fits their lifestyle while still achieving their health related goals. Outside of working with patients, I love to cook, travel, and spend time with family and friends including my two cats. Her top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Hepatitis, and Autoimmune Hepatitis.

I have worked at Duke Health with the Advanced Endoscopy Team, primarily treating pancreas and biliary diseases, since 2007. I have had a love of medicine and desired a career in health care since I was 12 and have a passion for patient education. I think it is critical that my patients understand their disease process, what is or is not happening, and not just what tests or procedures we will be doing, but why we are doing them. My role is fairly focused on pancreas and biliary diseases and other problems requiring advanced endoscopy techniques, so I often work with a patients primary medical team to provide care. In my free time, I love reading a book and spending time with my husband, three kids, and our Aussiedoodle. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, and HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.