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Family Medicine Doctors in Durham, NC

Family doctors care for people of every age, from children to grandparents, and are often the first stop for any health question. Below are 30 family medicine doctors with a practice in Durham, North Carolina, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Family Medicine Doctors in Durham

  1. Joel Kann, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  2. Jonathan L. Sheline, MD, MS Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  3. Barbara Sheline, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27710
  4. Rachel C. Gray, PAC Family Medicine Durham, NC 27704
  5. Kristin E. Ito, MD, MPH Family Medicine Durham, NC 27707
  6. Christine Drower, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27710
  7. Daniel B. Shepherd Banigan, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  8. Edward W. Kolar, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  9. Elaina L. Lee, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27713
  10. Viviana S. Martinez-Bianchi, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27704
  11. Kathryn M. Andolsek, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27710
  12. Nazik Al-Hashimi, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27707
  13. John J. Hart, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  14. Paige E. Romer, MSN, APRN, FNPC Family Medicine Durham, NC 27713
  15. Dennis Jacokes, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27703
  16. Arnett Coleman, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  17. Brian Antono, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  18. Timothy Odonnell, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  19. Anuradha Sabapathi, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  20. David Lobach Family Medicine Durham, NC 27713
  21. Mohan M. Chilukuri, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27704
  22. Abigail G. Devries, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27713
  23. Sabine M. Maas, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  24. Surah Grumet, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27713
  25. Sherri Y. James-Surgers, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27701
  26. Shauna Farmer, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27707
  27. Denise Dechow Family Medicine Durham, NC 27710
  28. Mohammad Shahsahebi, MD, MBA Family Medicine Durham, NC 27705
  29. Antonio Rodriguez, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27713
  30. Margaret Gradison, MD Family Medicine Durham, NC 27710

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a family medicine doctor

Common reasons

  • Check-ups and preventive care for the whole family
  • Colds, infections and minor injuries
  • Long-term conditions
  • Children's and women's health
  • Referrals to specialists

Signs it may be time

  • You want one doctor for your whole household
  • Something new has come up and you are not sure who to see
  • You need a referral to a specialist
  • You are due for a check-up or screening

How to get the most from your family medicine doctor visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Vaccination records, especially for children
2

During: questions to ask

  • Is this something you can treat, or should I see a specialist?
  • What screenings am I due for at my age?
  • What would make you want to see me sooner?
  • How do I reach the office between visits?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • New symptoms and when they started
  • How you feel after any change your doctor suggested
  • Questions as they come up, so none are forgotten

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

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  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
  • Health records stay on your iPhone
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Questions

How do I find a family medicine doctor in Durham?

This page lists 30 family medicine doctors with a practice in Durham, North Carolina (ZIP codes 27701, 27703, 27704, 27705, 27707, 27710 and more), from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a family medicine doctor in Durham?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first family medicine doctor appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Vaccination records, especially for children.

Can a family medicine doctor be my primary care doctor?

Yes. Family medicine doctors are primary care doctors for people of all ages.

Do family doctors see children?

Yes. Unlike internists, family medicine doctors are trained to care for children as well as adults.

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