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.

Amina Ahmed is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Infectious Disease provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Ahmed is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Cytomegalovirus, Neonatal Herpes, Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, and Neonatal Sepsis. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

I treat children and adolescents who have gained weight too quickly and have health problems associated with weight. My research focuses on helping children live their healthiest life possible through nutrition, activity, and engagement in community activities. I have expertise in childhood nutrition issues including obesity in children and teenagers. It is such a privilege to be a part of families' lives. I have a special interest in patient-centered communication and am passionate to see physicians, patients, and parents communicate with each other to meet their mutual goals. I believe a shared decision making approach benefits patients and their families the most. Duke stands out in a lot of ways, especially the integrated system of care so that children can get various care all in one place. Outside of work, I enjoy playing soccer and coaching my children in soccer as well. Dr. Armstrong is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Obesity in Children.

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.

Andrew South is a Pediatrics provider in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Dr. South is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Blood Pressure in Infants, Hypertension, Premature Infant, and Obesity in Children. Dr. South is currently accepting new patients.

With more than thirty-five years of experience working as a physician, Dr. Melamed is a respected leader in the fields of immunology and immune-related disease. He has spent over twenty-years researching immune-related disease, primary and secondary immune deficiency, and the link between the immune system and the central nervous system. Dr. Melamed's mission is to identify diseases early, to ensure his patient's optimal health. Dr. Melamed is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Common Variable Immune Deficiency, Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections, and Hereditary Angioedema.

I treat children with disorders of the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and genitalia. My particular specialties are treating children with urologic cancer, disorders of sex differentiation, complex birth defects, hypospadias, kidney stones, bladder/bowel dysfunction and incontinence, and spina bifida. My top priority is to find the most effective and least invasive treatment option for every child and every family I see. I have advanced fellowship training in robotic and minimally-invasive surgery, so I am able to offer this option to children who might benefit from a less-invasive surgery. I am a member of the American Urological Association, the Society for Pediatric Urology, the Society for Fetal Urology, and the Children's Oncology Group. Dr. Routh is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neurogenic Bowel, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Rhabdomyosarcoma, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.

From the age of seven, as I played “doctor” to my dolls, I knew I wanted to spend my life caring for people. As a primary care physician specializing in both internal medicine and pediatrics, I see patients of all ages and am able to care for multiple generations within families. I am also uniquely equipped to follow pediatric patients with chronic childhood illnesses, including autism and rare genetic diseases, and provide continuity of care as they transition into adulthood. In addition to my clinic work, I am involved in community based health care endeavors, such as providing sports physicals and screening mammographies. The most gratifying parts of my work are the close, caring relationships I form with my patients, and the opportunity to promote health in my own community. Dr. Diefendorf is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gitelman Syndrome, Cirrhosis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Melody Carter is a Pediatrics provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Carter is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Urticaria Pigmentosa, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Systemic Mastocytosis, and Anaphylaxis.

I am a pediatric neuro-oncologist at Duke and member of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Program. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to providing cutting-edge, compassionate care to children and young adults with brain and spinal cord tumors. As part of the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, we are developing powerful, exciting immune-based therapies for our patients. I am very proud to be a part of the team at Duke and am constantly inspired and motivated by my patients and families. Dr. Landi is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Gliomatosis Cerebri.

I treat all rheumatic diseases with a special interest and expertise in the management of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and antiphospholipid syndrome (APLS). I also have a focus in the area of adolescent and young adult health and am always eager to work with patients in this age group as they develop skills for independently managing their health and navigate the process of transferring from pediatric to adult rheumatology care. Having completed both adult and pediatric rheumatology fellowships, I am fortunate to be able to work with young adult rheumatology patients throughout their transition process. Dr. Sadun is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Fibromyalgia, and Dermatomyositis.

Duke Children’s offers the full spectrum of services for children, and pediatric neurosurgery is very strong here. I have an excellent group of people working with me, and we really strive to take excellent care of these children and their families. We work hard to build up a trust, because this is a very stressful and strained time in people’s lives when their children are ill. We work to build that trust and to maintain it on a daily basis. The whole team works together for the good of the child and the family. My favorite part of my job is seeing children who came in with a very serious health issue – and after getting them through the surgery and recovery – when they come back to clinic and we see that they have returned to their normal lives, that they’re doing better, that they’re enjoying all the things kids should be enjoying and really getting on with their lives. It’s really rewarding to think I played a role in that child going on to have a healthy and productive life. Dr. Fuchs is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Craniosynostosis, Sunken Fontanelles, Baller-Gerold Syndrome, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

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 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Pompe Disease, Microcephaly, and Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.

Dennis Shelle is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Tecumseh, Michigan. Dr. Shelle is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Shelle is currently accepting new patients.

Josephine Dlugopolski-Gach is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Dlugopolski-Gach is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Follicular Lymphoma, Polycythemia Vera, Sitosterolemia, and Peripheral Artery Disease. Dr. Dlugopolski-Gach is currently accepting new patients.

Travis Bowles is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Bowles is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Chronic Cough, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Fainting. Dr. Bowles is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Russell is a Hematologist and a Pediatrics provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. His top areas of expertise are Neuroblastoma, Burkitt Lymphoma, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Russell is currently accepting new patients.

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. Her top areas of expertise are Glycogen Storage Disease Type 7, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Kawasaki Disease, and Obesity in Children.

Mark Williams is a Pediatrics specialist and an Urologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Urethral Valves, Hypospadias, Undescended Testicle, and Myelomeningocele. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

John Johnson is a Pediatrics provider in Lawrenceville, Georgia. His top area of expertise is Developmental Dysphasia Familial. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

Keyana Washington is a Pediatrics provider in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Developmental Dysphasia Familial. Dr. Washington is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Williams is a Pediatrics provider in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Her top area of expertise is Obesity in Children. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

Katayun Taasoobshirazi is a Pediatrics provider in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Taasoobshirazi is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Roberts is a third-generation female physician who was originally born in Jamaica. Her grandmother was a family practitioner and her mother was an anesthesiologist. Caring for children has been something she has wanted to do all of her life and being a pediatrician is a fulfillment of this dream. She enjoys watching children grow and she finds great enjoyment in helping parents during the various developmental phases. She particularly enjoys helping sick children get better. She loves the diverse community of Gwinnett County and she is fluent in Spanish. She is married and has two children, who have grown up as patients of the practice. She considers herself young at heart and she enjoys staying active by going to Zumba classes, hiking, and traveling the world. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Atopic Dermatitis, Asthma in Children, and Premature Infant.

Fowzan Alkuraya is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Alkuraya is highly rated in 73 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, Cortical Dysplasia, and Vitrectomy.