Mariah Burnell, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician in Southlake, Texas. She has experience caring for patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics. Dr. Burnell offers a wide range of primary care services, including managing chronic conditions, well visits, and sick care. She also has a special interest in obesity and weight management and is currently pursuing board certification in obesity ...

Mo Halawi, MD, is the Chief of Hip and Knee Reconstructive Surgery at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. He is a strong believer in patient-centered surgery, utilizing a variety of surgical approaches, implants, and evidence-based pathways to optimize the outcomes for each patient. He is skilled in minimally invasive, robotic, and rapid recovery techniques, and has been a pioneer in same-day and opioid-free joint ...

Meagan Scott, B.S., M.S., Hearing Instrument Specialist Meagan Scott is a graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Her studies at the prestigious Callier Center has afforded her the expertise to connect with patients and provide research-based analysis of communication disorders. Mrs. Scott also holds a Master of Science in ...

Sarah Jolly, PA-C, is a physician assistant who is passionate about providing patients with the upmost quality care. Ms. Jolly, born and raised in Dallas, completed her undergraduate degree at Louisiana Tech University. She earned her Master in Physician Assistant Studies at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport, graduating as valedictorian. Certified by the National Commission on Certification ...

David Didlake, NP , is a nurse practitioner who is passionate about providing patients with the upmost quality care. Mr. Didlake, completed his undergraduate degree in Nursing at the University of Texas at Tyler. He earned his Master in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington. Mr. Didlake is certified as an advanced practice registered nurse by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and the Texas Board of ...

Linah Mairura, MD, is a board certified family medicine physician with special interests in chronic disease management, pediatrics, and women’s health. Dr. Mairura obtained her medical degree from The Ohio State School of Medicine, and completed her residency at the University of Minnesota, St. Johns Family Residency Program in St. Paul, Minnesota, where she was Chief Resident. As a family medicine physician, Dr. ...

Margaret Gavor, MD, is a board certified internal medicine primary care physician. Dr. Gavor obtained her medical degree from University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry, and completed her Internal Medicine Residency at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital in Athens, Georgia. As an internist, Dr. Gavor specializes in treating patients over the age of 18 years with well checks, preventive care, management of ...

Abdul El Chafic, MD, recently joined Methodist Richardson Medical Center as Medical Director of Advanced Endoscopy. He was previously the Director of Endoscopic Innovation and Training at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. Dr. El Chafic completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at Indiana University under the mentorship of world-renowned gastroenterologists. He ...

Mississippi native, Crystal Carter, DO, is an Adult Internal Medicine Physician who has been serving patients since 2018. Dr. Carter completed her bachelor’s degree from Jackson State University, and earned her medical degree from Lincoln Memorial University, College of Osteopathic Medicine in Tennessee. Following graduation, Dr. Carter completed her residency at South Pointe Hospital through the Cleveland Clinic ...

DFW Native, Anna M. Slayton, FNP-BC, began her career with Methodist Health System in 2010, as a young mother. She started as a Medical Assistant for an OB/GYN, then advanced her career by earning her Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Navarro College, and later pursing both her Bachelors and Masters of Science in Nursing through Walden University. In addition to being certified by the American Nurses Credentialing ...

Dallas native, Lauren Sand, MD, is a board eligible neurosurgeon who practices at the Methodist Moody Brain and Spine Institute on the campuses of Methodist Richardson Medical Center Methodist Dallas Medical Center. She is the only female, Ivy League educated neurosurgeon in the Dallas Area. Dr. Sand grew up in Dallas attending Ursuline Academy and attended the University of Pennsylvania for her undergraduate degree. ...

Umer Hashmi, MD, is a dedicated family medicine physician who has been in practice since 2019. Dr. Hashmi completed his bachelor’s degree from SUNY Stony Brook University in New York, and earned his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean in St. Maarten. Following graduation, Dr. Hashmi completed his residency in family medicine at Houston Methodist Hospital. Board certified in family medicine, ...

Board certified in hematology and oncology, Sunitha Alluri, MD, has been in practice since 2019. Dr. Alluri earned her medical degree from Osmania Medical College in Hyderabad, India, and completed her residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, affiliated with Weill Medical College of Cornell University. She then pursued specialized training through a fellowship at Baystate Medical Center, affiliated with ...

Daniela Carrasco, MD, is an internal medicine physician dedicated to serving patients in the Kessler Park community. Prior to her career in medicine, Dr. Carrasco completed her undergraduate education at the University of Texas, Austin, and earned a law degree from the University of California, Berkeley. She earned her medical degree from The University of Texas, San Antonio, and completed her residency in Internal ...

Tina Joseph, DO, was born in Kerala, India, and moved to the U.S. during her early high school years. She has now called the DFW Area home for more than a decade. Dr. Joseph attended George Fox University in Oregon for her undergraduate degree, and earned her medical degree from The University of North Texas Health Science Center - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Following graduation, Dr. Joseph completed her ...

Wisam “Sam” Nachawati, DO, began his journey in the medical field in 2005, initially as a physician assistant. After 10 fulfilling years in practice, Dr. Nachawati was inspired to pursue his ultimate dream of serving his patients as a family medicine physician. He earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Physician Assistant Studies degrees from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. He ...

Nashville native, Loren Albritton, DO, is a board certified internal medicine primary care physician. Dr. Albritton attended Southern Methodist University-Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences for her undergraduate degree in both biology and Spanish. Dr. Albritton then spent two years working as a medical scribe in the ER before completing her graduate degree at the University of North Texas Health Science Center ...

Fort Worth native, Josh Elorreaga, PA-C, is a physician assistant with a focus in general orthopedics and orthopedic surgery. Mr. Elorreaga completed his undergraduate degree from Texas Woman’s University, and earned his graduate degree from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Associates, Mr. Elorreaga is able to diagnose and treat patients as ...

Originally from Midlothian, Texas, Jenna Seawright, MD, is passionate about returning to her roots and giving back to the same community that had such a profound impact on her childhood. Dr. Seawright graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Dallas. She earned her medical degree from University of Texas School of Medicine in San Antonio, and completed her residency in Obstetrics & ...

Born and raised in Romania, Interventional Cardiologist Mihaela Andreea Kruger, MD, has been caring for patients in the DFW area since 2014. Dr. Kruger earned her medical degree from the Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania. She then completed her Internal Medicine Residency, Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship, and Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, ...

Tennessee native, Hardik Patel, PA-C, began working in the medical industry in 2015, and has served as a physician’s assistant since 2021. Mr. Patel completed his undergraduate degree from East Tennessee State University, and earned his graduate degree from Lincoln Memorial University. He then pursued further specialized training through a Cardiothoracic APP post-graduate fellowship from Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical ...

Grand Prairie native, Morgan Copeland, PA-C, is a physician assistant who is passionate about providing her patients with the upmost quality care. Mrs. Copeland completed her undergraduate degree at Texas A&M University in College Station, and earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. Certified by the National Commission on ...

Southern California native, Regina Robertson FNP-C has nearly 30 years of experience with serving patients in the healthcare industry and has worked as a family nurse practitioner since 2019. Ms. Robertson completed her undergraduate degree in nursing from the University of Texas Arlington. After two and a half decades, and a very fulfilling career in nursing, Ms. Robertson decided to pursue a graduate degree in ...

Patricia Rambo, FNP, has served in the healthcare industry since 2014, starting out as a nurse then advancing to become a nurse practitioner. Mrs. Rambo completed her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Stephen F. Austin State University, and later earned her master’s degree in nursing from the University of Texas Arlington. Certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the Texas Board of Nursing, ...

Since 2015, Matt Douglas Fay, MD, has been serving the DFW area as an interventional cardiologist. Dr. Fay earned his undergraduate degree from Rice University in Houston, and completed both his medical degree and residency from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. Following graduation, Dr. Fay pursued specialized training through a Cardiology Fellowship from Louisiana State University Health ...

Anas Alomar, MD, is an experienced cardiologist who has been treating patients since 2012. Dr. Alomar earned his medical degree from Damascus University Faculty of Medicine in Syria. Following graduation, Dr. Alomar completed his Internal Medicine Residency, Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship, and Interventional Cardiology Fellowship from Indiana University School of Medicine. At Methodist Southlake Medical Center, ...

A. Nasser Khan, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FRCP Edin, is an interventional cardiologist with over 14 years of experience. He is the Medical Director of Structural Heart Program at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. Dr. Khan graduated from Dhaka Medical College in Bangladesh. Following graduation, Dr. Khan completed his Internal Medicine Residency from the University of Chicago at Weiss Memorial Hospital where he was selected to ...

Brian Nguyen, MD, is earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and his medical degree from Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine. Following graduation, Dr. Nguyen completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. With special interests in management of chronic conditions, diabetes, thyroid and endocrine disorders, men’s health, and LGBTQ ...

Susanna Avanesyan, MD, is a primary care physician who also has more than 17 years of experience as an infectious disease specialist. Dr. Avanesyan graduated from Yerevan State Medical University in Armenia with an honors diploma and full scholarship, and completed a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Residency. Following her graduation from residency, Dr. Avanesyan worked as an attending physician and clinical assistant ...

Tonya Sweezer, DO, is an experienced family medicine physician, IFM certified practitioner, and a Naturopathic physician who has been serving patients since 2004. She earned her undergraduate degree from Seattle University and her naturopathic medical degree from Bastyr University. She later pursued both a graduate degree as well as a medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. Following ...

Anmol Dhillon, MD, FACR, earned her medical degree at Dayanand Medical College and Hospital in Punjab, India. She then completed her residency in Internal Medicine, followed by fellowship in Rheumatology, from the University of Missouri, Columbia. Dr. Dhillon has been serving patients since 2013 and believes in compassionate, quality health care. She works diligently with her patients to formulate a treatment plan ...

Dallas native, Kate O’Connor MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a family nurse practitioner who has served patients in multiple capacities in the medical field since 2007. Ms. O’Connor earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Texas at Arlington: College of Nursing and Health Innovation. Certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Ms. O’Connor treats patients of all ages facing a ...

Dr. Posligua obtained his medical degree from Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil, Guayaquil, Ecuador, and completed his Internal Medicine residency training at the Hospital of Saint Raphael, affiliated to Yale University, at New Haven, CT. He completed fellowship training at Baylor College of Medicine, at the Texas Medical Center, in Houston Texas. He specializes in Adult Cardiovascular Diseases, ...

Dr. Shifflette obtained her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center, and completed her fellowship in critical care at the University of Hawaii.

Dr. Hambright is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained hepatobiliary surgeon who is highly specialized in minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgeries. She cares for patients with cancer of the liver, pancreas, biliary system, and stomach. She also performs general surgeries, such as hernia repair and gallbladder removal. Dr. Hambright is chair of the Robotic Steering Committee at Methodist Dallas ...

Dr. Morgan is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in general orthopedic surgery with a subspecialty Certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Morgan is the current medical director for the Outpatient Surgery Center in McKinney, Texas, and is a former Chief of Surgery at Medical Center of McKinney. Dr. Morgan graduated Cum Laude from West Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Biology ...

Dallas native, Stephen Katzen, MD, is a board certified neurosurgeon who practices at the Methodist Moody Brain and Spine Institute at both the Mansfield and Dallas locations. Dr. Katzen completed his undergraduate degree in Spanish from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He then earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center in Lubbock, Texas. Following graduation, Dr. Katzen ...

Dr. Tipton obtained her medical degree from UNT Health Science Center Medical School, Fort Worth, TX, and served as chief resident during her final year at the Methodist Family Medicine Residency Program based at Methodist Charlton Medical Center.

Mansfield native, Shayla Blackwell, earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from Texas A&M University. Shayla is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Her clinical special interests include sleep apnea, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, migraines, strokes, seizures, and muscular dystrophy. She also treats myasthenia gravis, peripheral neuropathy, restless leg syndrome, and ...

Shaun Garff, DO, completed his fellowship in sports medicine at Utah Valley Sports Medicine in Provo, Utah. He previously completed a family medicine residency at Methodist Charlton Medical Center in Dallas. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from A.T. Still University, School of Osteopathic Medicine, Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Garff holds a Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science from Brigham Young University. ...

Sharisse Holinej, MD, has been serving as a family medicine physician since 2013. Dr. Holinej completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto, Canada, and earned her medical degree at Saint James School of Medicine in Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles. Following graduation, Dr. Holinej completed her residency in family medicine at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. Certified by the American Board of ...

Dr. Ahmed attended Dow Medical College and completed his internship and residency at Abington Memorial Hospital. He is board certified in internal medicine. He moved to the Dallas area in 2000 and has been with Methodist Richardson Health Center since 2002. His fields of interest include diabetes, dementia, and in-office skin procedures. In his spare time, he enjoys playing tennis, swimming, and spending time with ...

Dr. Sam Bibawi is an independently practicing medical oncologist and hematologist on staff at Methodist Richardson Cancer Center, where he serves as medical director. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and his hematology-oncology fellowship at the University of Vermont College of Medicine. With more than 10 years of hematology and oncology experience, Dr. ...

North Carolina native, Sam Hankins, MD, graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, and attended medical school at The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. Following graduation, Dr. Hankins completed his residency in internal medicine - pediatrics at the University of Texas - Southwestern. Within his practice, Dr. Hankins likes to focus on healthy lifestyle habits and nutrition as ...

Roberto Wayhs, MD, has practiced medicine for more than 10 years in Dallas. Board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and interventional cardiology, Dr. Wayhs has extensive training and experience in treating cardiovascular patients. Dr. Wayhs obtained his medical degree from the Universidade Federal De Santa Catarina in Florianopolis, Brazil. He then completed his residency in Internal Medicine ...

Robert Nieto, MD, has been treating neurology patients with the upmost care and expertise for more than 25 years. Dr. Nieto graduated medical school from the University of Texas School of Medicine, and completed his Residency in Neurology and his Fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Nieto is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Sleep ...

Veteran neurologist, Robert McMichael, MD, has been treating patients for more than 35 years. Dr. McMichael graduated medical school from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, and completed his Residency in Neurology at Los Angeles County – USC Medical Center. His clinical special interests include adult clinical neurology, sleep medicine, neuromuscular medicine, vascular neurology, and muscular dystrophy. ...

Dr. Richard Dickerman is the Surgical Director of Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, General and Vascular Surgery. Dr. Dickerman received his surgical training at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor. He is a clinical associate professor of surgery with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is well published and recognized as one ...

Richard Meyrat, MD, obtained his medical degree with high honors at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, which included specialized training in treating complex cranial and spinal tumors at MD Anderson Cancer Center. He then completed his fellowship at the Department of Orthopedics, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Bordeaux, France, ...

Dr. Aronowitz was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is married and has three children. Dr. Aronowitz attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he graduated in December of 1988. He attended medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio where he finished in May of 1993. He earned membership to the Texas Epsilon Chapter of the Alpha Honor Society. His internship was at Baptist Memorial ...

Rathan Reddy, MD, FACG, has been serving patients in the Dallas area since 2019. Dr. Reddy earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Houston, and his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Following graduation, Dr. Reddy completed his residency in internal medicine, as well as his fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology, at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. He is board certified in ...

Dr. Graham can offer a custom solution tailored to fit each patient’s unique needs. In addition to specializing in major spinal procedures such as scoliosis surgery, revision surgery, and spinal tumor surgery, Dr. Graham has extensive training in minimally invasive surgical procedures. He provides patient-specific treatment solutions for a wide range of conditions related to the nervous system, and is committed to ...

A native of Dallas-Fort Worth, Philip Ramirez, MD, CWSP, earned his medical degree from Texas A&M Health Science Center, College of Medicine. He then completed his Family Medicine Residency from the University of Texas Northeast in Tyler, Texas. He is certified by both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Wound Management. Dr. Ramirez specializes in wound care and hyperbaric medicine, and ...

Dr. Calderon obtained his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and completed his residency at Scottsdale Healthcare Hospital. Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Calderon is also fluent in Spanish.

Paul Hackett, MD specializes in the surgical care of patients with diseases of the colon and rectum. A member of the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, Dr. Hackett is trained to use the latest in minimally invasive surgical techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients. Dr. Hackett provides treatment for colon and rectal cancer screening and treatment, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative ...

Dr. Boothe completed his medical training and board certification at the Methodist Charlton Family Medicine Residency Program in Dallas, serving as chief resident in his final year. He served in Afghanistan as a medical officer with the Marine Corps and was honorably discharged from service in 2014. Dr. Boothe prides himself in providing compassionate, exceptional, and personalized care. Dr. Boothe is married with ...

Dr. Mantry is the Medical Director, Liver Institute Research; Medical Director Hepatobiliary Tumor Program Dr. Parvez Mantry completed his residency at New York Medical College and his fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the University of Rochester. After completing his fellowship, Dr. Mantry served as the designated UNOS primary transplant physician and director of transplant hepatology at the ...

Dr. Santone is board certified in family medicine and has special interests in women’s health and diabetes management. Dr. Santone earned her medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. She completed her residency at Scott and White Hospital in Temple. Dr. Santone has been in practice with Methodist since 2000. She is the university physician for Dallas Baptist University and a volunteer ...

Dr. Jones is an internist who believes in preventive medicine, not just treating symptoms. She encourages her patients to be advocates for their own health. Dr. Jones received her medical degree at Samara State Medical University in Samara, Russia. In addition, she earned a Ph.D. in allergy and immunology at the Russian State Medical University in Moscow, Russia. She completed an internal medicine residency at the ...

Nimesh Patel, MD, FAANS, is the Executive Medical Director of Neurosurgery and Section Chief of Neurosurgery at Methodist Dallas. Board certified in neurosurgery, Dr. Patel obtained his medical degree from the University of Louisville Medical School, Kentucky. He completed his residency at Rush University Hospital, Chicago, Illinois. Dr.Patel has been published numerous times and has been recognized as one of D ...

New York City native, Niladri Basu, MD, is a board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in trauma. Dr. Basu earned his undergraduate degree from SUNY Stony Brook University and completed medical school at SUNY Upstate Medical University where he was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his Orthopaedic Surgery residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center followed by an orthopaedic ...

Nhan P. Nguyen, MD, is an interventional cardiologist with more than 20 years of experience. Board certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, he treats a variety of vascular and cardiac diseases, including coronary artery disease, heart rhythm disorders, heart failure, and congenital heart defects. Skilled in minimally invasive procedures, he performs transcatheter aortic valve replacement ...

Houston native, Neha Patel, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). She maintains an active state license from the Texas Medical Board. She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor’s degree in biology. Neha then went on to The University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth where she earned her ...

Board certified in family medicine and obesity medicine, and accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, Dr. Georgekutty graduated cum laude from the Medical University of Debrecen Health Science Center in Hungary. She completed her residency at St. Joseph Medical Center Family Medicine Residency in New York. Dr. Georgekutty is fluent in Spanish, Hungarian, and Malayalam.

Dr. Nabeel Koro is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. His clinical interests lie in general gastroenterology, colorectal cancer prevention, with special interests in gastrointestinal oncology, pancreaticobiliary disorders, hemorrhoid banding, TIF procedures, and interventional endoscopy, including endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Dr. Koro ...

Board certified in gastroenterology, Muhammad Memon, MD, earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College and completed his internal medicine residency at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, Michigan. He then obtained a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Louisville Affiliated Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky, where he was also an assistant clinical professor of medicine in gastroenterology and hepatology. A ...

Illinois native Monica Phillips, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, began her healthcare career in 2005 as an IT project manager, before becoming a registered nurse, and advancing to a nurse practitioner. Monica initially earned a bachelor’s degree in health information management from Illinois State University. Mrs. Phillips’ nursing career started at UT Southwestern after graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from ...

Mohamad Kabach, MD, treats a variety of heart and vascular conditions with expertise in preventive cardiology, complex coronary interventions, heart failure, echocardiography, vascular, stress testing, and nuclear cardiology. With fellowship training in coronary and peripheral vascular intervention, he has particular interests in cardiac catheterization using the transradial approach (a small artery in the wrist), ...

Mini L. Sivadasan, MD, specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, robotic cardiac and thoracic surgery, and vascular/endovascular surgery. Her expertise in cardiac surgery includes minimally invasive valve surgery, off pump beating heart coronary revascularization, aortic surgery, concomitant valve/coronary surgery. Dr. Sivadasan’s clinical interests include robotic-assisted thoracic surgery, transcatheter ...

Dr. Le earned his medical degree at the Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center. He then completed his residency in family medicine at Methodist Health System. Dr. Le enjoys treating all ages from infant to mature adult and is fluent in English and Vietnamese. In his spare time, he is an avid tennis player who enjoys competing in local tournaments.

Dr. Miguel Hernandez, III was born in Gainsville, Florida, in 1966. He is married and has four children. Dr. Hernandez speaks Spanish fluently. His undergraduate education was at Texas A&M University where he obtained a Bachelors Degree of Science with a Major in Biology. He then attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School from 1988 to June of 1992. While in Medical School he was a member of Phi Beta ...

Dr. Marshall is board certified in internal medicine and pediatrics. He earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. He completed his residency at the University of Michigan Hospitals. Dr. Marshall on the medical committee for the Camp Sweeney Summer Camp for Diabetic Children.

Michael McInnis, MD, grew up in Arlington, Texas, and studied chemistry at Southern Methodist University. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (now McGovern Medical School). He then completed his residency in internal medicine at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas. Prior to joining Methodist Mansfield Medical Group, Dr. McInnis was in private practice in Arlington, ...

Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Sims was born in Denton, Texas, and later graduated from the University of North Texas. He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and completed his residency at the McLennan County Medical Education and Research Foundation in Waco. Dr. Sims served four years in the U.S. Navy prior to beginning private practice in Grand Prairie in 2003. He enjoys ...

Dr. Adams graduated medical school at Texas Tech University and completed his orthopedic residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. He is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon (ABOS), a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and past Chief of Medical Staff at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen. Dr. Adams is a co-founder of the McKinney Christian Academy and Texas Chamber Music ...

Michael Oh, MD, PhD, FAANS, is a neurosurgeon specializing in brain tumor surgery with awake craniotomy/asleep motor mapping and degenerative spinal disorders with an emphasis on minimally invasive approaches. Dr. Oh received his medical degree and doctor of philosophy degree in neurosciences from Oregon Health & Sciences University in Portland, Oregon, and completed his residency in neurosurgery at the University of ...

Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Weaver earned her medical degree at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine, Lubbock, TX. She completed her residency at McLennan County Medical Education and Research Foundation/Waco Family Medicine Residency Program. When Dr. Weaver is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, gardening, and cooking.

Maria Levano, PA-C, has worked in the healthcare industry since 2016, beginning as a medical assistant, then advancing to become a certified physician assistant. Ms. Levano completed her bachelor’s degree from Fairfield University in Connecticut, and earned her master’s degree from Mercy College in New York City. Specializing in orthopaedic trauma surgery, Ms. Levano treats any type of orthopedic trauma injury, ...

Manuel E. Castro, MD, has more than 20 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon and has performed more than 4,500 surgical weight loss procedures. He has also been recognized in D Magazine as one of the “Best Doctors in Dallas” for the last five consecutive years. After earning his medical degree, Dr. Castro completed his residency in General Surgery at St Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan. He later ...

Dr. Pagadala completed his internal medicine residency at North Shore Medical Center at Salem Hospital in Salem, Massachusetts, and his gastroenterology, hepatology, and transplant hepatology fellowship at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He specializes in the treatment of advanced fibrosis in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, viral hepatitis, complications of portal hypertension and ...

Manavjot (Mj) Sidhu, MD, FACC, FASE, FASNC, FSCCT, FACP, RPVI, has been practicing as a cardiologist since 2015, and serves as the Medical Director of Cardiology Administrative Services and Cardiac Imaging at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. Dr. Sidhu earned his medical degree from Dayanand Medical College and Hospital in Punjab, India. Following graduation, Dr. Sidhu completed his Internal Medicine Internship from ...

Dr. Maisha Barnes completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center Strong Memorial Hospital in New York, then spent a year as a hospitalist attending at Geneva General Hospital and Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Geneva, New York. She completed fellowships in gastroenterology and transplant hepatology at the University of Minnesota. Active in medical research, Dr. ...

Board certified in internal medicine, physical medicine, and geriatric medicine, Dr. Kakarla has been in practice in Dallas since 1982. Dr. Kakarla graduated from Rangaraya Medical College in Kakinada, India and completed his Residency at New York Presbyterian Queens.

Lori Kautzman, M.D., is a Hepatobiliary and Abdominal Transplant Surgeon who performs adult and pediatric liver, kidney, and pancreas transplant procedures, and hepatobiliary – pancreatic surgery. She is extensively trained in adult and pediatric intestinal and multivisceral transplantation. Dr. Kautzman earned a B.A. in Biology from Kansas State University and her medical degree from the University of Kansas School ...

Lissy Joseph obtained her undergraduate degree from JSS Medical College in India, and her master’s degree from Dominican College in New York. She has been working in the medical industry since 2002, starting as a registered nurse then advancing to nurse practitioner in 2016. She is board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and licensed by the state of Texas to provide family-centered healthcare ...

Arkansas native, Levi Rice Jr., DO, MBA, FACC, is an interventional cardiologist who has served patients in the DFW area since 2015. Dr. Rice obtained his MBA in hospital and health administration at the University of Dallas Graduate School of Business. Following graduation, Dr. Rice earned his medical degree, completed an Internal Medicine Residency, as well as a General Cardiology Fellowship, from the University of ...

Lauren Ausama, MD, centers her practice on intentionally listening and engaging with patients in order to create a collaborative approach to their healthcare. Dr. Ausama graduated from Xavier University of Louisiana, earned her master’s degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, and attended medical school at Texas A&M University Health Science Center. Following graduation, She completed both her internship ...

Dr. Tran has special interests in pediatrics, women’s health, and skin care, including Botox® cosmetic procedures, acne, skin cancer prevention, and minor skin excisions. After earning her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, she completed her internship and residency at the Baylor Family Practice Program in Garland. Dr. Tran is board certified in family medicine. Her favorite ...

Dr. Oholendt obtained his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical School at Houston. He then completed his residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and Nationwide Children's Hospital. During his residency, he was granted the Lisa Gunlaya Award of Excellence for his exceptional work. His specialties include primary care, preventive medicine, diabetes, ...

Kelly Farris, MD, is board certified in family medicine and fluent in Spanish. A graduate of University of Arizona and Navy veteran, he received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, and completed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, El Paso, TX.

Dr. Pederson obtained her undergraduate degree from University of Texas at Arlington, and her medical degree from A.T. Still University- Kirksville College of Medicine, the founding Osteopathic Medical School. She then completed her residency at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, where she and her colleagues were the very first to graduate from the integrated class of Family Medicine and ...

Board certified in family medicine, Karen Baker, MD, earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. She completed her residency at Methodist Dallas Medical Center, where she served as chief resident. Dr. Baker has been honored as a “Best in the Southwest” family doctor.

Plano native, Dr. Kai-Soon David Yang, MD, is a primary care physician who graduated from the University of Texas in Austin, and earned his medical degree from the University of Texas School of Medicine in San Antonio. Dr. Yang has been in the Methodist Health System family since the start of his career. Following graduation, Dr. Yang completed his residency training through the Methodist Family Medicine Residency ...

A University of Puerto Rico medical school graduate, Juan Carlos Gavaldá, MD, has experience treating adults and geriatric patients. He and the other physicians and staff are conveniently available in Grand Prairie to help you stay healthy and on the go.

Dr. Joshua Trussell, MD, is a minimally invasive general surgeon who specializes in repairing complex hernias using the world renowned Da Vinci Robot. The proud Mansfield native graduated Magna Cum Lade from the University of Texas at Arlington, and went on to attend medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center - Houston School of Medicine. Following graduation, Dr. Trussell completed his Surgical ...

Texas native Joshua Brooks, PA-C, is dedicated to providing patients with the thoroughly researched and medically advanced approaches. Mr. Brooks completed his undergraduate degree from McMurry University in Abilene, Texas, and earned his graduate degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center in Lubbock, Texas. Certified by the Texas Physician Assistant Board, Mr. Brooks is able to diagnose and treat ...

Dr. Joseph Claiborne, III a native Detroiter, two-sport student-athlete, earned an athletic scholarship to Howard University, where he played football and also ran track while completing his Bachelor of Science. Upon graduation, Dr. Claiborne returned to Detroit, where he enrolled in graduate studies at Wayne State University while playing football and working as a Certified Personal Trainer at the campus' recreation ...

Dr. Harris was born and raised in Booneville, Arkansas. The youngest of three siblings, he grew up enjoying the outdoors of Northwest Arkansas through camping, fishing and hunting. Dr. Harris graduated from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, where he obtained a degree in Industrial Engineering. He then graduated medical school at University of Arkansas Medical School (UAMS) in Little Rock, Arkansas, with ...

Dr. Willis earned his medical degree from Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed an internship at Mount Clemens General Hospital, Mount Clemens, Michigan, and his residency at Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas, Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Willis specializes in comprehensive medical care for the adult patient, including cholesterol-level management and complex lipid disorders. When Dr. Willis is away from ...

John George, MD, is board certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular diseases, and nuclear cardiology. He has authored multiple published articles and has co-authored chapters in textbooks. He has been principal investigator on several major national and international clinical trials and is currently conducting research in acute coronary syndromes and heart failure. He is a member of the combined ...

Ms. Nichols graduated with a bachelor of science from the University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, and then obtained a masters of international health from the University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark, a masters of physician assistant studies from Idaho State University, Pocatello, Idaho. Prior to joining Methodist Family Health Centers, she worked for Methodist Urgent Care Centers. At the Cedar ...

Jinhee Choi, MD, obtained her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she also completed her residency in otolaryngology. She moved to Dallas from Fayetteville, North Carolina, where she was in private group practice. Dr. Choi is board certified with the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Choi’s practice encompasses all aspects of general otolaryngology, with special interests in pediatric ...

Jill Waggoner, MD, has dedicated her life to teaching her patients how to flourish and embrace better living through better health. With a concentration on personalized health and wellness plans, Dr. Waggoner, gives her patients the focused attention and tools they need to achieve their best physical condition and reach their personal health goals. She has studied Functional and Integrative medicine for the past 15 ...

Jessica Dean, DO, earned her medical degree from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency in Family Medicine at the Methodist Family Medicine Residency Program. In her spare time, Dr. Dean enjoys attending church, cooking, traveling, and going to the movies.

Ms. Hutton graduated, with honors, with a bachelor of science from the University of Central Florida, College of Health and Public Affairs, Orlando, Florida. She then went on to obtain a master of medical science from Nova Southeastern University, Physician Assistant Program, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She has been in practice since 2015 focusing on internal medicine, and has a particular interest in preventive ...

Dr. Jeremy obtained his bachelor’s degree from Wheaton College in Illinois, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in biology, and then went to Baylor College of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed an internship in general surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and a residency at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. He then went on to hone his craft with a fellowship in ...

Jennifer Moldenhauer, PA-C, has served patients as a physician assistant since 2006. Ms. Moldenhauer earned her bachelor’s degree at Texas A&M University, and completed her master’s degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Certified by the Texas Medical Board, the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, and the American Academy of HIV Medicine (AAHIVM), Ms. Moldenhauer ...

Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Bang earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.

Jenevieve Hughes, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in breast disease and breast surgery. Dr. Hughes graduated from Texas A&M College of Medicine. She completed her surgical internship and residency at Mayo Clinic in Arizona and her fellowship in breast surgical oncology at Bryn Mawr Hospital in Pennsylvania. She moved back to Texas in 2009 with her husband and family to start her practice, ...

Dr. Jeffrey Weinstein is the Medical Director of Liver Transplantation and Hepatobiliary Services. He received his medical training and completed his residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Weinstein is board certified in gastroenterology and is a member of the Dallas County Medical Society, Texas Medical ...

Board certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine, Dr. McDaniel earned his undergraduate degree in Genetics from Texas A&M University and his medical degree from the University of Texas McGovern Medical School located in Houston, Texas. He completed his residency at Palmetto Health Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina, and completed a fellowship in Primary Care Sports at The University of South Carolina ...

Jay Wright, DO, is a cardiology specialist with over 35 years of experience. Dr. Wright attended medical school at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Texas. Following graduation, Dr. Wright completed both his residency and fellowship at Methodist Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, Dr. Wright specializes in catheter-based ...

Jasper Pen͂a, FNP-C, works in collaboration with Christopher M. Broadway, MD, and Ashley N. Pirisino, MD, to provide primary care to patients of all ages. Ms. Pen͂a earned her advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) and registered nurse (RN) licenses at the University of Texas at Arlington. Ms. Pen͂a is bi-lingual in English and Spanish.

Jacob Vintinner, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Sports Sciences and Public Health from Texas Tech University. He, then, went on to the University of Tennessee College of Medicine where he earned his Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies. Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Jacob is able to diagnose and ...

J. Trever Rester, MD, is an experienced primary care physician who has been serving the greater Lake Ray Hubbard area since 1998. Dr. Rester graduated medical school from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, McGovern Medical School, and completed his residency in both internal medicine and pediatrics from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis, TN. Certified by both the ...

Ivan Cruz, Jr., MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who has been serving patients since 2014. Dr. Cruz graduated from Cornell University, and earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. Following graduation, Dr. Cruz completed his residency in general surgery at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Cruz has a special interest in treating colon cancer. ...

Idania Hidalgo, MD, obtained her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch, and completed her residency through Scott and White Family Medicine Residency Program, where she received the Resident of the Year Award. Certified by the American Board of Family Medical Physicians, Dr. Hidalgo brings enthusiasm and a fresh perspective to the Methodist Family Health Center team. In addition to being ...

Dr. Hector Nazario is the Chief of Division of Hepatology. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, where he served as assistant clinical professor for the hospital’s liver transplant center. Dr. Nazario then completed a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, followed by a transplant hepatology fellowship ...

Gary Alexander, MD, has been on staff at the Methodist Mansfield Medical Center since he began practicing as a minimally invasive general surgeon in 2007. During his tenure, he has served as the surgery department chair and as the trauma medical director at the hospital, as well as, spearheading the foundation of Methodist Mansfield Medical Center’s robotics program and its accreditation as a level III trauma center. ...

Ganana Tesfa, MD, has been practicing medicine and advancing his field for more than 30 years. Dr. Tesfa graduated medical school from the University of Pittsburg School of Medicine, where he earned the Gateway Medical Association Academic Achievement Award. He then completed both his Residency in Neurology and Fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology and Epilepsy from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical ...

Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Arias earned her degree in Human Biology from Stanford University and her medical degree from UT Health Science Center. She completed her residency in Family Medicine at the Methodist Family Medicine Residency Program. In her spare time, Dr. Arias enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time at White Rock Lake. Dr. Arias lives with her husband and three children in the Lakewood ...

Evan Mar, MD, received her Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from the William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then completed her residency in internal medicine at CHRISTUS Good Shepard Medical Center through the University of Texas Health Northeast. As a result of her outstanding work and dedication during her residency, Dr. Mar was granted the selective opportunity to serve as Chief Resident. ...

Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Beadle earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Center at Tyler. Dr. Beadle is actively involved with student health and athletics at Dallas Baptist University. He enjoys sports and church-related activities.

Dr. Mairura is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Mairura was born in Kenya and moved to Minnesota where he completed High School. His undergraduate education was at the University of Minnesota, Twin-Cities campus where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in biology in 2007. He then attended the University of Minnesota School ...

Fort Worth native, Dr. Edgar Araiza graduated medical school from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, followed by his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Araiza then completed his Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, where he also served as an assistant instructor in orthopaedic trauma. Fluent in both English and ...

Dr. Williams is fellowship trained in general and minimally invasive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. He obtained his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, St Louis, MO, and completed his residency in General Surgery and his fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX. Dr. Williams is board certified by the American ...

Mrs. Russell completed her Bachelor of science in Biology at the University of Texas at Arlington, her Bachelor of science in Nursing and Master of Science – Family Nurse Practitioner at Texas Woman’s University. Denise is certified by the Texas State Board of Nursing and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). She has been in practice as a FNP in Richardson since 2005. She grew up in Irving Texas and ...

Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Johnson obtained her medical degree at the University of Missouri– Columbia School of Medicine where she also completed her residency. She lives in Murphy and has a special interest in women’s health, preventive medicine, and chronic disease management.

David Levine, MD, is a cardiology specialist with over 30 years of experience. Dr. Levine attended medical school, and completed his residency and fellowship at Washington State University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Following graduation, Dr. Levine pursued further specialized training through an Invasive Cardiology Fellowship at Methodist Medical Center in Dallas, TX, as well as a Cardiology ...

A native of Dallas-Fort Worth, Dr. Walters graduated Magna Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in Pre Medicine Studies and Chemistry from Texas A&M University. He obtained his medical degree from University of Texas Medical School at Houston. Dr. Walters has been in private practice in Southwest Dallas for more than a decade, and is board certified in Family Medicine with a special interest in Sleep Medicine. Dr. ...

Darien Bradford, MD , is a cardiothoracic surgeon trained to diagnose and treat diseases of the chest, esophagus, diaphragm, heart, lungs and trachea. For more than a decade, Dr. Bradford has performed minimally invasive thoracic surgery in North Texas, offering his patients a successful alternative to traditional open heart and open chest surgery. He and his surgical team are highly specialized in both video and ...

Dr. Holland is an experienced Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon, and has been practicing medicine since 2011. He graduated medical school from Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed his residency training at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Holland later went on to receive extensive specialized training during his Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship at USC Medical Center in ...

Daniela Aguilera, AGACNP-BC was born in Santiago, Chile and moved to Florida at age seven. She has served the medical community since 2008, starting as an intensive care nurse and later advancing to become an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. Ms. Aguilera earned her bachelor’s degree from New York University and her master’s degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Certified by the ...

Board certified in family medicine, Christopher Broadway, MD, earned his medical degree from St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine and completed his family medicine residency at Creighton University School of Medicine, where he served as chief resident. He has special interests in preventative care and chronic disease management. Dr. Broadway enjoys outdoor activities with his family and is an avid reader.

Ms. McRae graduated with a bachelors of science degree from St. John’s University in Jamaica, NY, and completed her physician assistant graduate studies at Saint Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center, Fresh Meadows, NY. She has been in practice since 2001 focusing on Family Medicine, and has a particular interest in women’s health. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants ...

Charles Lostak, DO, is a veteran gastroenterologist who has been on the medical staff of Methodist Health System since 1992. He earned his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. He went to work as a petroleum engineer for several years before entering medical school. Dr. Lostak received his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Oklahoma State University Health Sciences ...

Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Jones has a special interest in wellness, nutrition, and sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech Health Sciences Center in Lubbock. He completed his residency in Dallas at St. Paul Medical Center and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

Bhavisha Bhakta, DO, has practiced as an OB/Gyn since 2019. Dr. Bhakta was born in Zambia, and moved to Texas with her family when she was nine years old. Dr. Bhakta completed her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, and her graduate degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center - Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. She went on to attend the University of North ...

Bartley Mitchell, MD, PhD, FAANS, is a native of Dallas, Texas. Dr. Mitchell obtained his medical degree and completed his residency in neurosurgery at Baylor College of Medicine. He then completed his fellowship training in Endovascular Neurosurgery at Baptist Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Mitchell is Board Certified in neurosurgery, and he is the Director of Endovascular Neurosurgery at Methodist Dallas. ...

Barbara Kallenbach-Watson received her bachelor’s and master’s degree in nursing from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. She is certified as an Adult Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Barbara has a special interest in women’s health care and teaching patients self-care measures to improve their health and quality of life. Barbara enjoys being active and spending time with ...

Dr. Nolen is moving his practive to Methodist Family Health Center - Mansfield North as of December 3 Click to learn more Dr. Nolen obtained his medical degree from East Tennessee State University and completed his residency at Ohio State University. When he is not at work, Dr. Nolen enjoys basketball, weightlifting, and portrait art.

A graduate of Ross University School of Medicine, Dr Pirisino completed her residency at UT Southwestern. Dr. Pirisino is a new physician with a new practice, so patients will find it is easier to get an appointment on her schedule. She is building a new home in Waxahachie and is excited to live in the community she serves.

Asad Mohmand, MD, specializes in treating a wide spectrum of cardiovascular diseases, including coronary and peripheral vascular disease, heart failure, arrhythmia and valvular disease. Board certified in general and interventional cardiology, echocardiography and nuclear cardiology, he is also a certified Clinical Hypertension Specialist. He is skilled in performing minimally invasive catheter-based procedures for ...

Board certified in general and interventional cardiology, Arash Manzori, DO, FACC, has more than 18 years’ experience practicing as a cardiologist. A longtime resident of Dallas, he attended Hillcrest High School and the University of Texas at Dallas, where he received his bachelor’s degree. Dr. Manzori attended medical school at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Forth Worth, and then he ...

Ms. Cheatham obtained her bachelor’s degree from Baylor University, and her master’s degree from Texas Woman’s University. She is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. In her spare time, Ms. Cheatham serves as a mentor with the Big Sisters and Big Brothers of North Texas.

Cedar Hill native Dr. Andrew Standerwick, MD, is a minimally invasive general surgeon who has been in practice since 2013. Dr. Standerwick graduated Summa Cum Laude with his bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas, and later earned his medical degree from UT Southwestern Medical School. Following graduation, Dr. Standerwick completed his residency at Oklahoma University Medical Center, and then pursued ...

Anand Lodha, MD, is one of the leading robotic colorectal surgeons in Dallas and was the first surgeon to perform robotic-assisted colorectal surgery at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. Dr. Lodha obtained his medical degree from The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, and then completed his General Surgery residency at Ochsner Foundation Hospital, New Orleans, LA. Dr. Lodha furthered his clinical training by ...

Amy Lewis has been practicing in the medical field since the year 2000, starting out as a nurse and then moving on to Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner in 2011. Amy earned both her bachelors as well as her masters from The University of Texas at Arlington, and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Her clinical interests include dementia, seizures, Parkinson's disease, and ...

Dr. Cho was born in Queens, New York and is the oldest of three children. His undergraduate education was completed at Binghamton University in upstate New York where he double majored in biology and environmental studies. He then ventured to Syracuse, NY where he attended medical school at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Upon completion of medical school, Dr. Cho matched into the orthopaedic residency at SUNY ...

Alexa Smith, FNP, has practiced in the medical field since 2006, starting as a registered nurse working her way up to serve as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Ms. Smith graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas, and earned her master’s degree from the University of Texas Arlington. Certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Ms. Smith has clinical interests in functional ...

Dr. Silverstein attended the University of Texas Medical Branch and completed her residency at Baylor University Medical Center. She is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Silverstein was voted by her peers as one the Best Doctors in Dallas for 2004 in D Magazine. She has many medical interests, but is particularly passionate about the treatment of osteoporosis, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease.

Dr. Alan Trumbly is an independently practicing medical oncologist on staff at Methodist Richardson Cancer Center. He attended medical school at Oklahoma State University. He completed his internal medicine residency and his medical oncology fellowship at Scott & White in Temple, Texas. During his fellowship, Dr. Trumbly proudly served as a physician at Central Texas Veterans Health System and was nominated into the ...

Akash Ghai, MD, MBA, is an experienced non-invasive general cardiologist who has been serving patients since 2006. Dr. Ghai completed his bachelor’s degree from McMaster University in Ontario, and earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in Ontario. Following graduation, Dr. Ghai completed his residency in internal medicine from the University of Toronto, and later pursued extensive training in ...

Dr. Adil Habib completed his internal medicine residency and gastroenterology fellowship at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., then completed a hepatology fellowship at St. Louis University Health Sciences in St. Louis, Mo. He specializes in the management of viral hepatitis, complications of portal hypertension and cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma, adult liver transplantation, medical ...

Dr. Darden, is board certified in family medicine. She completed her residency at Penn State University/Good Samaritan Hospital.