As a pancreatologist, I primarily focus on pancreatic disorders such as acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI), and pancreatic cysts as well as see patients who are at high risk for pancreatic cancer in clinic. My primary goal is to provide you with a comprehensive evaluation and build a therapeutic relationship to improve your quality of life in a multidisciplinary fashion. As your doctor, I value your opinion and am committed to advocating for you. Dr. Kothari is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

I treat patients with benign and cancerous conditions of the bile duct and pancreas. I specialize in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic stenting and the removal of large, complex colon polyps. I enjoy the challenge and satisfaction of performing these procedures. However, the most gratifying parts of my work are interacting with patients, relating to them on a personal level and providing compassionate care. Dr. Burbridge is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

I am proud to serve as the Chief of the Duke Division of Gastroenterology. In addition to my administrative duties, I enjoy my clinical practice focused on the care of patients with liver diseases. I also continue to participate in clinical research and hope that these studies offer our patients the latest advances and treatment options. Dr. Muir is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

I have a clinical practice that focuses on the evaluation and management of patients with esophageal and swallowing disorders, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), Barrett’s esophagus and achalasia. Also, I have a strong academic and professional interest in health outcomes and quality of care. I am excited to be a part of Duke Health, where I can utilize revolutionary technologies like high resolution esophageal manometry and radiofrequency ablation to improve the care of my patients. Dr. Leiman is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Esophagitis, Abdominal Wall Surgery, and Endoscopy.

After completing a general gastroenterology fellowship as well as an additional advanced endoscopy fellowship at Duke, I joined the talented faculty. This opportunity allows me to continue my clinical focus on caring for patients with complicated pancreas and biliary tree disorders. Outside of the hospital I enjoy spending time with my wife and young daughter. Dr. Spaete is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

My specialty focuses on diseases of the pancreas, diseases of the bile duct, as well as therapeutic endoscopy procedures for complicated GI problems that may not be provided in the community such as treatment of malignant obstruction, Zenker’s diverticula, fistulae or endoscopic removal of premalignant or malign lesions of the GI tract. I’ve been at Duke for over 25 years, and the thing that has kept me here all these years has been the opportunity to provide care for patients that need these advanced services and the wonderful people I work with. I very much enjoy working with colleagues who want to provide the best possible care for our patients and the opportunity to train the future leaders in gastroenterology. We have a great facility, great technology, but most importantly my colleagues and the people I work with share the same vision and values. You take this for granted until you go somewhere else. I wouldn’t be able to provide what I hope is excellent care without the assistance of great nurses, physicians and staff at Duke. I hope you will have this same experience when you come to Duke University Health System. Dr. Stanley-Branch is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

I strongly believe that the doctor-patient relationship is key in the practice of medicine and the most essential component for the delivery of high quality health care in the diagnosis and management of disease. As such, as a gastroenterologist and hepatologist, my favorite part of the day starts with getting to know the patient. I have a passion for taking care of patients with liver disease with a particular interest in liver cancer and liver transplantation. In addition to my clinical interests, I also have an interest in improving how health care is delivered to patients using innovative and cutting edge technologies. Dr. Sanders is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, and Endoscopy.

I specialize in gastroenterology, specifically adult inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. I also see patients with a variety of digestive issues including fecal transplant for C. diff. colitis. I became a physician because I truly enjoy interacting with people and helping them feel better in whatever way I can. I like to emphasize good communication between providers and patients. It is important to work together with each patient to provide education and a personalized treatment plan that we both agree upon. Listening and understanding what each patient needs is vital to our success. Before working at Duke Health, I practiced as a gastroenterologist in the greater Boston area at the Lahey Clinic for 12 years. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, reading fiction novels, and practicing yoga. Dr. Barto is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

I’m a general gastroenterologist and treat a wide range of GI problems, but my area of specialty is in esophageal disorders. I see patients who may have swallowing disorders, hard-to-control acid reflux disease, or disorders or problems with the muscles of their esophagus. I also see patients with Barrett's esophagus, which is a gastroesophageal reflux disease where the lining of the esophagus may change over long periods of time. We need to treat it to prevent patients from getting esophageal cancer. It is important to establish a level of trust and have compassion for patients, making sure they feel that I’m completely invested in what’s important for them, doing everything to get to the right answers of what’s causing their symptoms, and coming up with a plan that works best to treat their problem. Dr. Wood is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

I care for a wide variety of general gastrointestinal disorders and routinely performs upper endoscopy and colonoscopy. Additionally, I have a specific interest in small bowel diseases, such as celiac sprue and gastrointestinal bleeding, and regularly perform double balloon enteroscopy and video capsule endoscopy to diagnosis and manage these problems. Dr. Wild is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

My practice centers on the care of patients with digestive diseases. My particular area of interest and expertise is inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. I find my work with patients very rewarding since we now have many more treatment options for patients with IBD and there are more innovations on the horizon. For me, the most important aspect of being a physician is to develop an honest, trust-based relationship with patients which allows us to work together. When I'm not seeing patients, I enjoy travel, movies, museums, reading and growing tropical plants. Dr. Chachu is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

My area of interest is inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. I also participate in clinical research to help evaluate new medications or products for use in IBD. These trials enable us to offer cutting-edge treatments for patients with Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. I came to Duke as an intern almost 30 years ago and liked it so much I never left. I enjoy the relationships I have developed with my patients, some of whom I have treated for 15-20 years. I have watched many of them graduate from college, marry and have children of their own. I try to treat my patients as I would want a member of my family to be treated, and it is important to me that every patient understands that we are partners and need to work together as a team. When I am not at work, I enjoy going out to dinner or cooking with friends, working on my house, landscaping, and reading. Dr. Onken is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

I am a general gastroenterologist, and I perform a wide range of procedures including colonoscopy and upper endoscopy. In the office, I see patients with small bowel, stomach, and esophageal and colonic digestive diseases. I have a particular interest in treating small bowel diseases, such as celiac and obscure gastrointestinal bleeding. I also perform procedures for specialized evaluation of the small bowel, such as capsule endoscopy and device-assisted enteroscopy, including double balloon enteroscopy. I enjoy getting to know my patients and practice a collaborative approach to care and medical decision-making. Dr. Vance is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Carl Berg is a Gastroenterologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Berg is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, and Reynolds Syndrome. Dr. Berg is currently accepting new patients.

Martin Poleski is a Gastroenterologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Poleski is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Poleski is currently accepting new patients.

I perform upper endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures, and help evaluate GI disorders. I have special interests in the esophagus, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), and esophageal motor disorders, such as achalasia. I am passionate about clinical care, education and mentorship, guideline development, and clinical investigation. At Duke, I have been awarded the Paul Killenberg Faculty Teaching and Malcolm Tyor Faculty Scholar Awards. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Rathke Cleft Cyst, and Esophageal Varices.

Tarun Narang is a Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Narang is highly rated in 73 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Erythema Nodosum, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Narang is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Mastrangelo is a Gastroenterologist in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Mastrangelo is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Baharak Moshiree is a Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Moshiree is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Moshiree is currently accepting new patients.

John Mchutchison is a Gastroenterologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mchutchison is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Liver Transplant.

Millie Long is a Gastroenterologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Long is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Long is currently accepting new patients.

Hans Herfarth is a Gastroenterologist in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Dr. Herfarth is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Ileostomy, and Colonoscopy.

I became a doctor because of my lifelong desire to help people. In fact, when asked as a young child to draw a picture of what I wanted to be when I grew up, I drew a picture of myself with a stethoscope. Gastroenterology appealed to me because it involves complaints that almost everyone experiences at some point, and helping people feel better is very gratifying. In my practice, I see adults with common digestive tract issues, including heartburn, abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits, as well as a focus in seeing patients with inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease). I believe spending the time to get a detailed history from each patient is valuable, not only for diagnosing and successfully treating or managing these conditions but also for establishing an open, comfortable physician-patient relationship. Dr. Crocker is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

I specialize in performing advanced luminal endoscopic procedures, such as peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) for the treatment of certain disorders of the esophagus and stomach, endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), mucosal resection (EMR), full thickness resection (EFTR), and endoscopic suturing for the removal of lesions from the GI tract, as well as transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). It is important to me that my patients understand that they are part of the team when it comes to taking care of their gastrointestinal conditions. I will help them make the best decisions, but will not push them to do anything with which they are uncomfortable. Therefore, it is also very important to me that my patients feel well-educated about their gastrointestinal condition so that they can help make the decisions that are best for them. I am originally from Apex, North Carolina, and after many years away, I am excited to be back in the Triangle taking care of the community that raised me. Dr. Dufault is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Todd Baron is a Gastroenterologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Baron is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Baron is currently accepting new patients.