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Taking Care of Your Health, Together

Bringing together skilled physicians who span the range from primary care to specialized medicine, the Methodist Medical Group is devoted to providing the full spectrum of care to the North Texas community. From virtual visits to concierge medicine, aches and pains to surgery - our team is ready to assist you with your healthcare needs with the backing and resources of the entire Methodist Health System. You're never alone with Methodist Medical Group.

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Care Team Spotlight
  • Nicole McWhorter, PA-C

    Dallas native, Nicole McWhorter, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant who has served patients in multiple capacities in the medical field since 2017. Ms. McWhorter earned her undergraduate degree in Nutrition from Auburn University, and completed her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Alabama. Certified by the Texas Physician Assistant Board and the National Physician ...

  • Dipali D. Patel, DO

    Dipali (Dipa) Patel, DO, is a board-certified internal medicine physician focusing on chronic disease management, geriatric care, and preventive care. She has been practicing since 2018 and joined Methodist Health System in 2025. She is located at Methodist Richardson Medical Group in Richardson, TX, and is affiliated with Methodist Richardson Medical Center. Dr. Patel chose internal medicine because she can develop ...

  • Jeffrey S. Weinstein, MD

    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 ...

  • Maria Levano, PA

    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, ...

  • Paul M. DeRose, MD

    Paul DeRose, MD, is an independently practicing radiation oncologist on staff at Methodist Richardson Medical Center. He attended medical school at the University of Michigan and completed an internship at Oakwood Hospital in Wayne County, Michigan. He completed his residency at UT Southwestern Medical School where he was selected chief resident. He is board certified in radiation oncology. His medical interests ...

  • Ashley N. Pirisino, MD

    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.

  • Christie W. Gooden, MD

    Christie W. Gooden, MD, MPH., is an abdominal transplant surgeon with more than 20 years of experience in the medical field. Well-known in the DFW area, she has transplanted both adults and children as well as educated various communities about transplant and kidney donation. She also has a special interest in dialysis access surgery and has founded two dialysis access clinics in her career, both became regional ...

  • Kai-Soon Yang, MD

    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 ...

  • Danny C. Holland, DO

    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 ...

  • Joshua K. Trussell, MD

    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 ...

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