I appreciate the opportunity to develop a healing relationship with my patients. It is important to me to engage in healthy lifestyles and to make conscientious choices for my health as I encourage others to attain and maintain their best health. I enjoy many different physical activities. I have participated in two half-marathons and many 5Ks. More recently I have come to revel in the gentility and strength of regular yoga practice. I am Jamaican-born, Trinidad and Tobago-bred (a Caribbean person) and moved to North Carolina from New York, in 2001. My family life and faith are of utmost importance to me. I live in Cary with my husband and two wonderful daughters. From newborn to older, and from families and individuals, all are welcome at my practice. My practice is evidenced-based and experienced, I have an openness to holistic and complementary therapies. I strive for optimal life balance personally and, as a doctor, I want all of you to be well. Dr. Barnes-Durity is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Practicing family medicine is an amazing and rewarding part of my life. I am fascinated with family medicine because of the opportunities not only to take care of health needs of all age groups, but also to walk alongside with patients and their families during the joys and sorrows that are a part of the different stages of life. I believe that it is a true privilege given to me by my patients. I enjoy the entire spectrum of family medicine and have a special interest in women's health, preventive services, pediatrics, and management of chronic and acute health issues. I am happily married for over 11 years to a wonderful husband and blessed with very precious daughter. We are very pleased to raise our daughter in the Triangle area where we have top-rated schools, high-quality life and diverse cultural attractions. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Gitelman Syndrome.

I became a family physician because I believe the doctor-patient relationship is central to medicine. As primary care providers, we are often the person the patient knows and trusts most. We are typically the first physician you seek for health concerns, acute illness and health maintenance. In me, you will find a compassionate physician who listens and cares. You will find a communicator who can explain things in language you will understand. My clinical interests include preventative health, immunizations, routine gynecological care, asthma, migraine, and hypertension (high blood pressure) management. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, two daughters, extended family, travel, theater, music and walking. I speak medical Spanish and love to meet people from different cultures and nationalities, as I myself come from an international background. I look forward to meeting with you soon!. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Sitosterolemia.

I am glad to be part of Duke Primary Care because it allows me to focus on what I like the most -- patient care. I enjoy being part a comprehensive team of physicians. This allows better care overall for my patients. I am originally from France. I have lived in the Raleigh area for the past 20 years. I was in private practice with my husband for 10 years. I value the trust my patients place in me and could not envision doing any other kind of work. Dr. Nacouzi is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Sitosterolemia, and Paramyotonia Congenita.

I have been practicing in North Carolina as a family physician since 2007. A goal to establish personal relationships and a love of primary care inspired me to choose a career in primary care medicine. I enjoy women's care, as well as management of chronic medical issues. Dr. Beck is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

I am a native of North Carolina and particularly Vance County. I take pride in returning to my hometown to provide for the medical needs of my patients. I joined Duke Primary Care Henderson in November 2011, and I have truly enjoyed my experience and the patients that I have cared for along the way. I decided to stay with Duke and transferred to Duke Primary Care Waverly Place in Cary in July 2014. This move provided more opportunities for my husband and we were able to be closer to family. I provide a full spectrum of patient care, extending from newborns to geriatrics. I have a strong interest in management of chronic disease, such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart disease. I also enjoy women's health and provide services for IUD placement/removal, and Nexplanon placement/removal. I enjoy office procedures, including joint injections, incision and drainage of abscesses, toenail removal, laceration repair, and cyrosurgery for skin lesions. I enjoy dealing with urgent care and walk-in issues. I have a strong desire for continuing medical education, and enjoy teaching medical and nursing students at our clinic. So stop by and let our Duke family become a part of your family. Dr. Pathan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

My strong sense of family is why I love working in the field of family medicine. I truly enjoy treating the entire family, from your children to your grandparents. This is what also prompted me to move to North Carolina, to be closer to my family. I enjoy spending time with my two sons and husband outdoors, whether it’s going for a hike or a bike ride. I believe being physically active is very important to living a long and healthy life and is something I look forward to discussing at our yearly preventative wellness visits. During our time together at your office visit, I feel it is important that we end each visit with an opportunity for you to ask any lingering questions. Developing a long lasting patient-doctor relationship is something I truly value, and I look forward to seeing you in the office. Dr. Hartung is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

I have worked at Triangle Family Practice since 2010. I have loved working here and being a part of this family. Each day is a new experience. You never know what you are going to come across. It is wonderful that we are able to serve a variety of patients across a wide range of ages, socioeconomic conditions and diseases. It is indeed a privilege to be the patient's primary physician, their advocate and contact person in the medical field and their confidante. I particularly enjoy the field of women's health and working with patients to manage chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension (high blood pressure). During my leisure time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, hiking and traveling in our beautiful state. Dr. Sabapathi is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Infant Hyperglycemia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, 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.

One of the most rewarding aspects of primary care is the interactions I have with my patients. I enjoy being able to meet new people and love getting to know my patients overtime. I try to emphasize disease prevention and strive to work with patients to optimize their health. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Melorheostosis.

I enjoy providing long-term primary care for patients of all ages and value the relationships that develop with patients. I believe that it is important to provide the best care to my community members. I do this by constantly keeping up with new evidence. It is a privilege to be involved in the care of patients and their families. Spending time with my family is very important to me. Outside of work, my family and I enjoy reading, traveling, cooking, and exploring our local community. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

I went into primary care because I was attracted to the wide spectrum of knowledge required, the attention to preventive care and the ability to care for many chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and asthma. I liked helping patients navigate the complex system. I remain in it because I value what we do; primary care is the cornerstone of a strong health care system. I serve in leadership because helping primary care providers find joy in what they do and helping the health care system deliver high-quality, accessible care are my top priorities. I am excited to be a part of a health system that shares these goals. With fellowship training in advanced wilderness medicine, I also serve on medical mission and disaster teams. My top priority outside of the office is spending time with my three boys. Being a mom is both the hardest but most rewarding part of my life. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

I love the variety and unique challenges that primary care offers. I see patients for urgent visits, management of chronic medical conditions (such as diabetes and high blood pressure), routine physicals, well-child checks, and office-based procedures. I encourage patients to actively participate in their medical care and strive to cater treatment plans to individual preferences and values. When I'm not in the office, I enjoy spending time hiking, running, gardening, playing with my dog, and spoiling my nephew. Her top areas of expertise are Fabry Disease, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

I have been working at Triangle Family Practice since 2006. I enjoy patient care, especially caring for the whole family. My special interest is women's health. I am honest with patients and keep their best interests in mind when prescribing treatment. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

My interest in becoming a family physician extends about as far back as I can recall. It was largely influenced by my mother, who worked in nursing for many years. I chose Jefferson Medical College for the strength of its leadership training program in Family Medicine. As a student and resident, I worked with different American Indian populations. I started my practice in central Pennsylvania. In 2005, I came to Triangle Family Practice. I consider active listening among the most important aspects of my job. I enjoy partnering with patients around what is best for their overall health given the latest in evidence-based medicine. I was medical director at Triangle Family Practice for five years, and continue to teach Duke medical students who are considering family medicine as a career. My wife and love the Triangle, call it our home, and we enjoy raising our two children here. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Balanitis.

I was inspired to pursue medicine by my father who is a primary care physician in private practice. Even as a child, I understood the special role he was privileged to play in the lives of so many residents in our small community. Though medicine has changed in countless ways since his career started, I believe connecting with patients on a personal level continues to be a key component of a successful patient-physician relationship. I thoroughly enjoy making genuine connections with my patients and their families. I’m excited to be a part of Duke Health and look forward to partnering with my patients and the vast resources offered to me to deliver personalized, high-quality health care. My specific interests include breastfeeding medicine, clinical preventive services and autoimmune diseases. During my fellowship, I completed the Mary Rose Tully Training Initiative, a lactation consultant training program that allowed me to gain valuable clinical skills in providing care to breastfeeding moms and babies. I am happily married to my high school sweetheart, and we have three beautiful children who are growing up much too quickly. Her top areas of expertise are Hypersensitivity Vasculitis, Goodpasture Syndrome, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Family medicine appeals to me because it gives me the opportunity to take care of the whole family: newborns, children, parents, and grandparents! I also enjoy cultivating relationships with people over time. When I'm not at work, I like reading fiction, jogging, and spending time with my wife and our two young boys. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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 am a primary care physician who enjoys helping patients find their way to a healthier life. I am passionate about patient-centered care and improving the quality of the patient experience. I have an interest in the primary care approach to the medical management of obesity. My wife and children keep me grounded and are my greatest source of happiness. Dr. Andrew-O'donnell is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Multiple Myeloma.

I decided to pursue a career in family medicine due to its emphasis on caring for all patients regardless of their age or illness and getting to know patients well. Family medicine also emphasizes preventative care at the population level, which I am passionate about. The health care landscape in the United States can be very challenging to navigate, and I enjoy helping my patients get connected to various resources and specialists so they can live a healthy and happy life. My approach to patient care is providing my patients with the most up-to-date information and allowing them to make the ultimate choice. I also encourage my patients to play an active role in their care, and I try to enable that in whatever way I can. I am originally from Sierra Leone and moved to the United States after high school. Dr. Barrie is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arachnoid Cysts, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Leishmaniasis, Craniectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

O Bloom is a Sports Medicine provider in Cary, North Carolina. His top area of expertise is Concussion. Dr. Bloom is currently accepting new patients.

Kimberly Hawblitzel-Yarnall is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Morrisville, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Hawblitzel-Yarnall is currently accepting new patients.

Julie Lindsey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Morrisville, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Lymphocytic Colitis, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Lindsey is currently accepting new patients.

Elizabeth Vandergriff is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Vandergriff is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Insomnia, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Vandergriff is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Koinis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Koinis is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Koinis is currently accepting new patients.