Intestinal Diverticulitis near Matthews, NC

Care Philosophy: Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology is an independent specialty practice with a staff of twenty-three highly skilled physicians. Our doctors have been serving the Charlotte region for more than 40 years. They are board-certified in gastroenterology and offer special expertise in advanced biliary endoscopy, liver disease, and liver transplant. At Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology, you'll be treated like family by the most respected and knowledgeable leaders in the gastrointestinal community.

Biography: Dr. Anthony Colvin, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Matthews, NC. He is 63 years old and has been practicing for 33 years. Dr. Anthony Colvin, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Matthews Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. William Burgess Jr, MD is an Internist who practices in Matthews, NC. He is 64 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. William Burgess Jr, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Matthews Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Meagan Reinecke, DO is a Family Practitioner who practices in Charlotte, NC. She is 31 years old. Dr. Meagan Reinecke, DO is affiliated with Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Kokenes has taken an active role in Charlotte's medical community. He previously served as board member of the Hospice and Palliative Care Charlotte Region and was the founding board member and former treasurer of the North Carolina Society for Gastroenterology (NCSG). He is a member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), the Mecklenburg County Medical Society (MCMS), the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS), and the (NCSG). Dr. Kokenes and his wife have two daughters. He attends the St. Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church, where he sings in the choir. In his spare time, Dr. Kokenes enjoys traveling, reading, and exercising.

Care Philosophy: Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology is an independent specialty practice with a staff of twenty-three highly skilled physicians. Our doctors have been serving the Charlotte region for more than 40 years. They are board-certified in gastroenterology and offer special expertise in advanced biliary endoscopy, liver disease, and liver transplant. At Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology, you'll be treated like family by the most respected and knowledgeable leaders in the gastrointestinal community.

Care Philosophy: During residency, Dr. Patel was able to consult for McKinsey and Company and this experience grew his passion for quality improvement within the field of gastroenterology. With this, he strives for excellent care and the best outcomes for his patients.

Biography: Dr. Iyore James, MD is a Nephrology Specialist who practices in Matthews, NC. She is 45 years old and has been practicing for 19 years. Dr. Iyore James, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Aaron Bergsman, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 46 years old and has been practicing for 20 years. Dr. Aaron Bergsman, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Outpatient Surgery.

Biography: Dr. Thekdi is a originally from Toledo, Ohio but spent time in North Carolina during his undergraduate years at Duke University. After receiving his medical training in Ohio and Michigan, Dr. Thekdi found his way back to the Carolinas and joined Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology in 2011. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), the Mecklenburg County Medical Society (MCMS), the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS), and the North Carolina Society for Gastroenterology (NCSG). Although practicing medicine is Dr. Thekdi's true passion, he also enjoys cooking, traveling, reading, and sports.

Biography: Dr. Stephen Deal, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Matthews, NC. He is 65 years old and has been practicing for 39 years. Dr. Stephen Deal, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Leslie Hamlin, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Matthews, NC. She is 38 years old. Dr. Leslie Hamlin, MD is affiliated with Novant Charlotte NC.

Biography: Dr. Maria Hatara, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Matthews, NC. She is 46 years old and has been practicing for 20 years. Dr. Maria Hatara, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center.