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Ashlie Abraham, CPNP-PC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Marcos Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing from Regis College, Weston, Massachusetts; Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Galen College of Nursing, San Antonio, Texas
Special Interests: Newborn care, health education, child growth & development
Hobbies: Road-tripping with my family across Texas, going antique shopping, listening to live music, trying new foods
From: Napa, California
Language(s) Spoken: English

Susan Allen, DO

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Alamo Ranch Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine; University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Special Interests: Nutrition, preventative medicine
Hobbies: Spending time with family, cooking, reading, exercise, gardening, home improvement projects
From: Corpus Christi, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Yadira Anca, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Potranco Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center
 
Degree and College: Doctorate of Medicine from Ponce School of Medicine, Puerto Rico, 2007; Bachelor of Science from the University of Puerto Rico, 2003
Special Interests: Contraception, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, high-risk obstetrics, teen health
Hobbies: Traveling, reading, outdoor activities, working out, spending time with family & friends
From: Puerto Rico
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Richard S. Arthur, FNP-BC, MSN, USAF MSgt (Ret.)

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Marcos Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas A&M University at Corpus Christi; Retired Air Force Master Sergeant of 24 years of active duty service as a Medical Technician
Special Interests: Family medicine in general, health promotion, wound management, diabetes, hypertension
Hobbies: Traveling, spending time with family, woodworking
From: Tifton, Georgia
Language(s) Spoken: English

Shanica Baptiste-Simmonds, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from The University of Cincinnati College of Nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Special Interests: Hypertension, diabetes, obesity, preventative medicine, health promotion, women's health, pediatrics
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, cooking, reading, traveling
From: Born in Brooklyn, New York, raised on the beautiful island of St. Lucia, now permanently based in San Antonio
Language(s) Spoken: English, French Creole

Yvette Barrera, RDH

Specialty: Dental Hygiene     Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 
Degree and College: Certificate in Dental Hygiene from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Special Interests: Oral health education
Hobbies: Reading, watching my daughter perform, traveling, making memories with my family
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Becky T. Bean, MC, LPC

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Locations: San Antonio - Potranco Campus, Telemedicine

 

Degree and College: Master of Arts in Counseling from The University of Texas at San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
Special Interests: Adolescent issues, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, conversion disorders, stress management, adjustment issues, autism
Hobbies: Traveling, reading, hiking, art, crocheting, meditation, watching sports
From: Houston, Texas, but I have lived in San Antonio for over 30 years now
Language(s) Spoken: English

Corrie Berk, DNP, MBA, APRN

Specialty: Hepatitis Care     Location: San Antonio - Hamilton Wolfe Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP); Master of Business Administration (MBA); Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); Bachelor of Arts (BA) from University of Pittsburgh
Special Interests: Cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, hepatic encephalopathy, alcohol-associated liver disease
Hobbies: Travel, cooking, hiking, biking
From: Kempton, Pennsylvania
Language(s) Spoken: English

Shawna L. Black, CPNP-BC, MSN, CCM

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Helotes Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at El Paso
Special Interests: Health promotion, nutrition, childhood development, children with special health care needs
Hobbies: Traveling, cooking, spending time with family and friends
From: Born in Southern California, but have lived in Texas since childhood
Language(s) Spoken: English

Sara Blanchard, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: Kyle Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center; Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Nicholls State University
Special Interests: Health promotion, thyroid disorders, diabetes, hypertension
Hobbies: Camping, traveling, spending time with family
From: Thibodaux, Louisiana
Language(s) Spoken: English

Ompiga Boal, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Marcos Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Wayland Baptist University
Special Interests: Health promotion & education, disease prevention, hypertension, diabetes, women’s health
Hobbies: Cooking, gardening, traveling, spending time with family, friends and dogs
From: Seguin, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Thai

Taralyn Branchizio, MEd, LPC

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Location: CommuniCare at The MAC at Morgan’s Wonderland™

 

Degree and College: Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance at Texas State University; Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Texas A&M University
Special Interests: Counseling for children/adolescents/adults, depression, anxiety, grief & loss, relationship dynamics
Hobbies: Hiking, spending time with family, listening to live music, watching comedy
From: Fort Worth, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Emma Broadbent, CPNP-PC, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Hill Country Village Campus

 
Degree and College: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner License from the University of Texas Health Science Center; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center; Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and International Business from the University of Texas San Antonio
Special Interests: Disease prevention, pediatric psychology
Hobbies: CrossFit, singing, traveling
From: Nebraska
Language(s) Spoken: English

Kelly Brooks, MD

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College: Chief Resident, Family Medicine Residency Program, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT; Doctor of Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Neuroscience, Colby College, Waterville, Maine
Special Interests: Pediatric medicine, teen health, contraceptive and reproductive care, chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension), behavioral and mental health
Hobbies: Spending time with my husband, daughter and our dog, hiking/running/biking, yoga, painting, reading, exploring new food/restaurants, listening to podcasts, art museums, traveling
From: Rangeley, Maine
Language(s) Spoken: English

Abby Brown, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Luckey Ranch Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston; Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at Abilene Christian University
Special Interests: Newborn care, child growth & development, patient health education
Hobbies: Cooking, playing beach volleyball, attending country concerts with my husband
From: Wichita Falls, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Sally Jo Bullock, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Potranco Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Texas A&M University of the College of Medicine at College Station, TX; Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Texas A&M University
Hobbies: Spending time with my husband, family, and friends, and caring for our farm of rescue animals
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Arlene Bury-Fiol, MD, FACOG

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus
Hospital Affiliation: University Health Hospital
 
Degree and College: Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology from University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in 2018; Doctorate of Medicine at Ponce Health Science University in 2013; Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Puerto Rico at Ponce in 2008
Special Interests: Contraception, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, high-risk obstetrics
Hobbies: Traveling, outdoor activities, live music, spending time with family & friends
From: Ponce, Puerto Rico
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Mary Ann Canales, MC, LPC

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Location: Telemedicine
 
Degree and College: Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio
Special Interests: Anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, ADHD, mood disorders, divorce, conflict, stress, coping skills, sleep issues, victims of crime
Hobbies: Spending time with family, gardening, walking, movies, meditation & self-care
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Lliliam Castellanos-Castro, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry     Location: San Antonio - East/Dental BLVD Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery, UT Health Science Center San Antonio, School of Dentistry
Special Interests: Preventive dental care, pediatric dentistry, patient health education
Hobbies: I love spending time with my family and outdoors
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Camille Catangal, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing at The University of Texas at Arlington; Bachelor of Science in Nursing at The University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio
Special Interests: Nutrition, obesity, health promotion, disease prevention
Hobbies: Cherishing moments with family, exploring new places, hiking, trying new foods
From: Born in Mabalacat, Philippines, but raised in San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Jacob Cavazos, CPNP-PC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - South Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Austin
Special Interests: Early child development, health education, preventative care
Hobbies: Reading, watching movies, volleyball, trying new foods, serving my community, snuggling with my cat, Carmelo Pawthorn
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Claudio Cepeda, MD

Specialty: Behavioral Health / Psychiatry     Locations: San Antonio - East & Potranco Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine and Surgery, Universidad Nacional Facultad de Medicina, Bogota, Colombia
Special Interest: Psychosis, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychodynamic psychiatry
Hobbies: Numismatics, three cushion boards, classical music, reading
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Erin Chaffe, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Kyle Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine; Master of Science in Biotechnology from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock
Special Interests: Newborn care, childhood growth & development
Hobbies: Reading, gardening, puzzles, knitting & crochet, baking
From: El Paso, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Carol Ann Chincanchan, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara, Zapopan, Mexico
Special Interest: The overall well-being of the child, ADHD care
Hobbies: Reading and traveling
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Ashley Choucroun, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: Kyle Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Ascension Seton Hays Women's Center - Birthing Center
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Bachelor of Arts, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts
Special Interests: Pregnancy care, contraception, general gynecologic care
Hobbies: Spending time with family, reading, yoga
From: Wilmington, Delaware
Language(s) Spoken: English

Collin Christensen, PA-C, MPAS

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from South University, Savannah, Georgia; Bachelor's of Science in Nutritional Sciences and Molecular Biology from Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah
Special Interests: Diabetes, medical research, physical therapy
Hobbies: Hiking, mountain biking, tennis, piano
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español, Português

Vincent N. Coleman, MD, PhD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Helotes Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor in Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, 1998; Doctorate in Plant Physiology from Texas A&M University, 1994
Special Interests: General pediatrics, nutrition, obesity
Hobbies: CrossFit, water sports, spending time with friends and family
From: Born and raised in southern California, but have lived in Texas since 1984
Language(s) Spoken: English

Karyn W. Collins, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Wimberley Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Texas Tech University Health Science Center; Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from the University of Texas at Austin
Special Interests: Nutrition, exercise, focus on pediatric obesity
Hobbies: My children's sports (my daughter plays volleyball, and my son plays football), cooking for friends & family, working out by doing boot camps with VRT in Buda
From: Born in California, but have lived most of my life in Austin, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Brenda Compagnone, MEd, LPC-S

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Locations: San Antonio - Northwest Campus, Telemedicine
 
Degree and College: Master's in Education and Counseling from Sul Ross State University; Bachelor's in Sociology from the University of Texas at San Antonio; Licensed Professional Counselor and a State-recognized Supervisor in the State of Texas; Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy
Special Interests: Depression, ADHD/ADD, anxiety, personality disorders, self-esteem, anger management, stress management, grief and loss, adjustment, geriatric, psychotic disorders, addictions, PTSD, trauma, domestic violence
Hobbies: Spending time with my grandbaby and family, walking, meditating, shopping
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Rulon J. Corry, DO

Specialty: Senior Care     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, AT Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Mesa, Arizona; Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Southern Utah University, Cedar City, Utah
Special Interests: Diabetes, preventative care, osteopathic manipulative treatment, heart failure
Hobbies: Watching TV shows, movies, reading books, and playing video games, spending time with my wife and our kids
From: St. George, Utah
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español medico

DeJaye Dienhart, FNP-BC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Potranco Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Women’s Pavilion

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Special Interests: Health promotion, disease prevention, teen health, overall wellness
Hobbies: Riding my Peloton bike, spending time with friends and family, traveling to new places with my boyfriend, Erich, and being obsessed with my daughter, Ollie, my two cats, Fritz and Bexar, and my dog, Otis
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

James A. Donnel Jr., MD, FAAP

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Town & Country Campus 
 
Degree and College: Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics; Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio, Texas; Bachelor of Science in Biology, Saint Mary's University, San Antonio, Texas
Special Interests: Preventative care, patient education
Hobbies: Home improvement projects, cooking, astronomy, history
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

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Leslie Dupont, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Telemedicine

 

Degree and College: Family Nurse Practitioner Certification, University of Texas, Health Sciences Houston; Masters of Science in Nursing, University of Texas, Arlington; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, California State University, Chico
Special Interests: All pediatric care from infants to adolescents
Hobbies: Reading, regular exercise, cooking, baking, enjoying good food
From: Born and raised in Turlock, California, but now permanently here in San Antonio
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Margaret Duvic, DO

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Alamo Ranch Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathy from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences; Bachelor of Science from the University of New Orleans
Special Interests: Newborn care, childhood development, milk intolerance, nutrition, obesity
Hobbies: Traveling, painting, puzzles, live music
From: Houma, Louisiana
Language(s) Spoken: English

Jennifer Eck, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Boerne Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the McGovern Medical School at UT Health Houston; Bachelor of Science in Biology from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas
Special Interests: Breastfeeding support, newborn care, obesity, preventative medicine
Hobbies: Knitting, crocheting, quilting, going to the park with my daughter, spending time with my family
From: Cedar Park, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Ali Feili, MD

Specialty: Adult / Sports Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West & Metropolitan Specialty Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the International American University College of Medicine; Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management from Western Governors University
Special Interests: Adult medicine, disease prevention, hypertension, diabetes, sports medicine, health education
Hobbies: Drawing, playing music, soccer, reading
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Persian

Christina Ferris, CPNP-PC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Alamo Ranch Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing, Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, Texas; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, Texas
Special Interests: Premature infants, nutrition, behavioral health
Hobbies: Spending time with my husband and children, exercise, any outdoor activity, traveling
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Steven Fischer, MD, FAAP

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Medical Center Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas at Southwestern Medical School at Dallas, Texas; Board Certified with the American Board of Pediatrics
Special Interests: Pediatric cardiology, ADHD, general pediatrics
Hobbies: Spending time with family, doing house maintenance (DIY projects), traveling
From: Oklahoma
Language(s) Spoken: English

Maritza Flores, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry    Location: San Antonio - West Campus


Degree and College:
Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Health Science Center; Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Texas Pan American
Hobbies:
Books, movies, and spending time with my fur babies
From: McAllen, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

 

Andrea Frere, DDS

Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry   Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Jacobi Medical Center at NYC Health and Hospitals; Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry; Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from West Virginia University

Hobbies: Gardening, spending time with family and my dogs, and activities with military reserves
From: Morgantown, West Virginia
Language(s) Spoken: English

Kasey A. Frye, DC, FNP-C, MSN

Specialty: Adult / Sports Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Northwest & Metropolitan Specialty Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Chiropractic; Certified Family Nurse Practitioner; Masters of Science in Nursing
Special Interests: Orthopedics, chiropractic care, mobility issues
Hobbies: Spending time outdoors with family and friends
From: Arlington, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Ricardo Gámez, MD, FAAP

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - El Paso Foster School of Medicine; Masters of Science in Information Technology, UT Pan American (now UTRGV); Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Yale University
Special Interests: Infant care, preventative medicine (e.g., well child checks & healthy lifestyle coaching)
Hobbies: Reading, going to the cinema, being at the beach, BBQ grilling, cooking, spending time with friends and family, especially my daughter
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

 

Javier Garcia, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry        Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Health Science Center; Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas at San Antonio

Hobbies: Spending time with my wife and three sons, fishing, huntings, and camping.

From: Born and raised in Edinburg, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Michael Garcia, MD

Specialty: Adult / Internal Medicine         Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, 1981
Special Interests: Women's health
Hobbies: Spending time with my family
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Marisol Garcia-Hodge, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology         Location: San Antonio - West Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Women’s Pavilion

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas; Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas at San Antonio
Special Interests: High-risk obstetrics, teen health, contraception, disease prevention
Hobbies: Traveling, long walks with my girl friends, reading, baking
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Armando Garza, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine        Location: San Antonio - Leon Springs Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas in Houston; Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Texas A&M University in College Station, TX
Special Interests: Asthma, ADHD, frenectomies, ear piercings, and family planning
Hobbies: Hiking with my wife and kids, coaching baseball and fastpitch softball, country/western dancing
From: Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Amber B. Gennie, DNP, FNP-BC

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Luckey Ranch Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner, Florida State University; Bachelor of Science of Nursing, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University
Special Interests: Diabetes, obesity, depression
Hobbies: Spending time with family, self care, reading, traveling
From: Havana, Florida
Language(s) Spoken: English

Caroline Gibbons, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology          Location: San Antonio - Leon Springs Campus

Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, TX, 2007; Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio, TX, 1999
Special Interests: Contraception, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, high-risk obstetrics, teen health
Hobbies: Exercising, reading, spending time with friends & family
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

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Kristen Godett, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Hepatitis Care     Location: San Antonio - Hamilton Wolfe Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from Texas State University; Godett is a member of multiple professional organizations such as The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Texas Nurse Practitioners (TNP), and The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD)
Special Interests: Treatment of advanced liver diseases, transplant hepatology
Hobbies: Spending time with my daughter and my dog
From: New Braunfels, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Emily D. Gomez, DNP, CPNP-PC, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Nursing Practice, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, The University of Texas at Arlington College of Nursing and Health Innovation; Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, San Antonio College
Special Interests: Pediatric cardiology, health promotion, disease prevention
Hobbies: Spending time with family, gardening, music, watching documentaries
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Patricia O. Guerrero, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Hill Country Village Campus

 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Facultad de Medicina, San Nicolás de los Garza, Mexico, 1981
Special Interest: Pediatric preventative care, asthma, allergies
Hobbies: Traveling, movies, music, spending time with my family
From: Monterrey, Mexico
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Lisette Harb, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing and Family Practice from The University of Texas at Arlington; Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of the Incarnate Word; Board Certified with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANPCB)
Special Interests: Health education, lifestyle medicine, health promotion, disease prevention
Hobbies: Cooking, baking, hiking, spending time with family and making memories together
From: Beirut, Lebanon
Language(s) Spoken: English, French, Arabic

Jeffrey M. Henderson, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine         Location: Boerne Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 2002; Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biochemistry at Abilene Christian University, 1998
Special Interests: General pediatrics
Hobbies: I enjoy teaching the Bible, camping, and eating popcorn
From: Childress, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Denise Herrera, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus
Hospital Affiliation: University Health Hospital

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing, University of Texas at Tyler
Special Interests: Women's health, high-risk pregnancy, preventative care for women
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, particularly my husband, my son, and our four dogs, being outdoors, playing tennis
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Nicole Howell, PA-C, MPAS

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Wimberley Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Physician Assistant Studies at University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
Special Interests: Nutrition, exercise
Hobbies: Hiking, running, exploring parks with my family
From: Lake Jackson, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Patricia Hughes-Juarez, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Virginia Medical School (1999); Bachelor of Science in Biology and Bachelor of the Arts in Spanish from George Mason University (1995)
Special Interests: Asthma, ADHD, promoting healthy living through diet and exercise
Hobbies: Swimming, Zumba dancing, spending time with my husband and children
From: Born in San Jose, Costa Rica, but grew up in the suburbs of Washington D.C.
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Peter Hsu, MD, FACOG

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology         Location: San Antonio - West Campus

Hospital Affiliation: Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Women’s Pavilion

 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Texas A&M Health Science Center, 2011; Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, 2002; Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists (FACOG)
Special Interests: High-risk obstetrics, minimally-invasive gynecologic surgery
Hobbies: Serving my church, spending time with friends & family, playing guitar & piano, learning new languages
From: Austin, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español, Mandarin Chinese, and currently learning Japanese

Amanda Inglish, FNP-C, APRN, CPN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: CommuniCare at The MAC at Morgan’s Wonderland™

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Tech University Health Science Center in Lubbock, Texas; Bachelor of Science in Education from Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas
Special Interests: Asthma and other respiratory conditions, sleep issues, newborn care, breastfeeding support, medically complex children and adolescents
Hobbies: Reading, live music, traveling, crochet, biking the greenbelts of San Antonio, playing board games with family, watching Marvel movies
From: Port Arthur, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Heather Kelly, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry          Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio (2009); Bachelor of Science from University of Texas Pan American (2006)
Hobbies: Music
From: Edinburg, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

P. Jack Kelly, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry          Location: San Antonio - East Campus
 

Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery, UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry, San Antonio, Texas, Bachelor or Science in Bioenvironmental Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
Special Interests: The connection between oral health and systemic health
Hobbies: Traveling, cooking, pottery, and watching football
From: Fort Worth, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Elise Kibler, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Potranco Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Baylor, College of Medicine in Houston, TX; Bachelor of Science in Biology from Wellesley College in Massachusetts
Special Interests: Newborn medicine, breastfeeding support, asthma management, ADHD, and public health
Hobbies: Swimming, running, exploring state parks, and visiting amusement parks with my children. I'm also an active member in the local chapter of the Sierra Club.
From: Houston, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Aspen Laneman, MD, FACOG

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Alamo Ranch Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center
 
Degree and College: Residency, Obstetrics, Gynecology & Women’s Health, University of Missouri Columbia; Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center Medical School, San Antonio, TX
Special Interests: Patient education
Hobbies: Spending time with family, cooking, reading, and traveling
From: Houston, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Greg Langas, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine         Location: San Antonio - Potranco Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD

Special Interests: Medically complex children
Hobbies: Woodworking, camping, and spending time with my children
From: Alpharetta, Georgia
Language(s) Spoken: English

Emad Lawendy, MD, FAAP

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine         Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Ain Shams University School Of Medicine in Cairo, Egypt
Special Interests: Management of asthma, allergies, obesity, nutritional deficiency, anemia, and screening for speech, autism and developmental delays.
Hobbies: Soccer, traveling, and music
From: Born and raised in Cairo, Egypt, but moved to the U.S. in 2004
Language(s) Spoken: English, Arabic, Español medico

Liliana Lazarin, RDH

Specialty: Dental Hygiene         Location: Kyle Campus

 

Degree and College: Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Concorde Career College

Special Interest: Oral-systemic link, prevention of chronic disease, patient education

Hobbies: Staying active (working out, hiking, swimming), being outdoors, learning about nutrition, the human body, and human performance optimization

From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Joaquin V. Littlejohn, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine / Cardiology         Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing, Concordia University, Wisconsin; Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, Texas
Special Interest: Health promotion, disease prevention
Hobbies: Sports, movies, poker, travel, music
From: Detroit, Michigan
Language(s) Spoken: English

Elizabeth Long, PCNS-BC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Westover Hills Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing/Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, Alabama; Associate Degree in Nursing, Chattanooga State, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Special Interest: Preventative care, obesity, nutrition
Hobbies: Exercising, cooking, spending time with family
From: Kansas City, Kansas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Luis A. Lopez, MD, FAAP

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Stone Oak Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the National University Federico Villarreal, Lima, Peru, 1988; Residency at the Jersey City Medical Center, New Jersey, 1996
Special Interests: Preventive medicine, child development, chronic disease management
Hobbies: Spending time with friends and family, travel, sports, enjoying good food
From: Lima, Peru
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

M.K. Lyssy, MC, LPC

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Location: Boerne Campus, Telemedicine
 
Degree and College: Master's of Science in Clinical Psychology from Capella University; Experience in Clinical Counseling; Bachelor's of Art in Exercise and Sport Science at St. Mary's University
Special Interests: Anxiety, depression, psychosis, behavioral/mood disorders, ADHD, autism, personality disorders, bipolar (type I/II) disorders, relationship dynamics (couples/families), fertility, parenting skills, self-esteem
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, anything outdoors, sports, building for home improvements
From: Houston, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

 

Betty A. Martinez, RDH

Specialty: Dental Hygiene     Location: Kyle Campus
 
Degree and College: Certificate of Dental Hygiene, University of Texas Health Science Center, School of Allied Sciences
Special Interest: Paedodontics (pedaitric dentistry), periodontics (inflammatory dental diease care)
Hobbies: Traveling, baking
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

 

Manuel Martinez, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry        Location: Kyle Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery, Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska, 2009; Bachelor of Science, University of Dallas, Irving, Texas, 1999
Hobbies: Gardening, woodworking, spending time with family
From: Owasso, Oklahoma
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Christina Matheny, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: CommuniCare at The MAC at Morgan’s Wonderland™

 

Degree and College: Master of Science, Family Nurse Practitioner, Maryville University, St. Louis, Missouri; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, the University of Texas at Arlington; Associates of Applied Science in Nursing, San Antonio College
Special Interests: Autism, post-cancer survivorship care, adolescents and young adults with complex care needs transitioning into adulthood
Hobbies: Camping, boating, hiking, or any outdoor activities
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Amanda Matthews, PA-C, MPAS, MHA

Specialty: Hepatitis Care     Location: San Antonio - Hamilton Wolfe Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama; Masters of Leadership Studies in Health Administration, University of Texas at El Paso; Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Special Interests: Internal medicine
Hobbies: Cooking, reading, and being outdoors with my family
From: Born in Fort Riley, Kansas, but I have lived all over because of the United States Army
Language(s) Spoken: English

Suzanna Maupin, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine          Location: San Antonio - South Campus

 

Degree and College: Medical Doctor, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio TX; Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Texas at Austin
Special Interests: Newborn care, breastfeeding, and ADHD care
Hobbies: Reading, and singing (I'm in a choir and sing with my family)
From: Austin, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español medico

Robin McGinnis, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry        Location: Kyle Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Washington, School of Dentistry, Seattle, WA; Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA; Bachelor of Arts in English from Baylor University, Waco, TX

Hobbies: Being outdoors, discovering new books, eating queso, and seeing live music performances

From: Houston, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Raquel McNeil, DO

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine        Location: San Antonio - Potranco Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine, Harrogate, TN; Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Oakwood University, Huntsville, AL
Special Interests: Obesity, nutrition and general pediatrics
Hobbies: Traveling, Zumba dancing, painting, and spending time with family
From: Clearwater, Florida
Language(s) Spoken: English

Arturo Menchaca, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Luckey Ranch Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Bachelors in Science in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Special Interest: Diabetes, health promotion, disease prevention
Hobbies: Running, reading, spending time with family
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

 

Mercedes A. Mendoza, RDH

Specialty: Dental Hygiene     Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College:Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Concorde Career College, 2013; Bachelor's Degree in English and Communication Arts, St. Mary's University, 2009
Hobbies: Going to Spurs games with my mom, painting, running, reading
From: Born in Jacksonville, North Carolina, and raised in Hondo, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Kayla Merritt, WHNP, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: Kyle Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Ascension Seton Hays Women's Center - Birthing Center

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing, Cincinnati, Ohio; Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Ottawa University
Special Interests: Routine well-woman exams, preventive care
Hobbies: Outdoor activities, hanging out with family, working out
From: Kansas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Linda Meyer, CPNP, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Kyle Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from Indiana University/Purdue University, Indianapolis, Indiana; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
Special Interests: Pediatric health and wellness, children with special health care needs
Hobbies: Reading, cooking, spending time with my husband and my three children
From: Indianapolis, Indiana
Language(s) Spoken: English

Ernest P. Miller, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry         Location: San Antonio - BLVD Dental
 

Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio; and Nitrous Oxide Certified, Level One Sedation
Special Interests: Esthetics and implant dentistry
Hobbies: Running, cooking, and spending time with family
From: Laredo, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Alicia Mills, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Telemedicine

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
Special Interests: Asthma, cystic fibrosis, cerebral palsy, epilepsy and other complex pediatric medical conditions
Hobbies: Love to travel, ski, and spend time with my husband and my four boys
From: Dover, Ohio
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español, Portuguese

Michael J. Mohr, DO, FAAFP

Specialty: Adult Medicine         Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine; Master of Science in Pathology from Indiana University Medical Center; Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from Indiana University
Special Interests: Primary care, and HIV
Hobbies: Traveling and hiking
From: Indianapolis, Indiana
Language(s) Spoken: English

Josue Molina, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Potranco Campus

 

Degree and College: Residency, Pediatrics, Texas A&M College of Medicine - Scott and White Medical Center (Temple), 1997; Doctorate in Medicine, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, School of Medicine, 1989
Special Interests: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) care
Hobbies: Traveling, supporting my community, swimming, watching movies
From: Born in Monterrey, Mexico; raised in Juarez, Mexico
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Ramona Montoya-Cuellar, MC, LPC

Specialty: Behavioral Health      Location: San Antonio - West Campus, Telemedicine

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Texas at San Antonio; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Texas Tech University
Special Interests: Counseling for children/adolescents/adults, LGBTQ+, family systems, chronic mental illness management, developmental delays, dual diagnosis, group therapy
Hobbies: Kayaking, hiking, running, volleyball, obstacle races, caring for animals, traveling, cooking, movies, music
From: Portales, New Mexico
Language(s) Spoken: English

Luis O. Morales, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology        Location: San Antonio - Metropolitan Women’s Health Campus

Hospital Affiliation: Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Women's Pavilion

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Puerto Rico, 1989
Special Interests: High risk obstetrics and gynecological surgery
From: Puerto Rico
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Marcia Moreira, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, 2010; Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, University of Texas at Brownsville, 2003
Special Interests: PTSD in children and adolescents
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Nurah Morgan, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology        Location: Kyle Campus

Hospital Affiliation: Ascension Seton Hays Women's Center - Birthing Center

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine, New York; Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from SUNY Stony Brook, New York
Special Interests: Obesity and the application of OB/GYN medicine in African American and other underserved communities
Hobbies: Interior design, spending time with family, and doing DIY projects
From: Brooklyn, New York
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español medico

Brendan Mueller, MD, MPH

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, Texas A&M College of Medicine; Master of Public Health in Epidemiology, Texas A&M School of Public Health; Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University
Special Interests: Obesity management, vaccination counseling, adolescent medicine & mental health, and public health & safety
Hobbies: Hiking, camping, and exploring State and National Parks, as well as running and frequently visiting Disney parks with my wife; science fiction movies and novels (Marvel, Star Wars, Jurassic Park), playing basketball, faith-based activities, and supporting the Dallas Cowboys, San Antonio Spurs, Houston Astros, and Texas A&M Aggies.
From: La Grange, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Eleanor Murray, WHNP-BC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: Kyle Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Ascension Seton Hays Women's Center - Birthing Center

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing, Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Concentration, College of Nursing and Health Professions, Drexel University
Special Interests: Contraception, advocating for women's reproductive rights
Hobbies: Cuddling with my dog, eating chips and salsa with a margarita, spending time by the water
From: Claymont, Delaware
Language(s) Spoken: English

 

Daniela R. Navarro, MC, LPC

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Locations: San Antonio - Northwest Campus, Telemedicine
 
Degree and College: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Texas A&M International University, Laredo, Texas; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, St. Edward's University, Austin, Texas
Special Interest: Anxiety disorders, depression disorders, trauma, bereavement, adjustment issues, substance abuse disorders, parent-child relationship counseling
Hobbies: Reading, running, traveling, gardening
From: Laredo, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

 

Mai Phuong Nguyen, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry      Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Texas at Arlington

Special Interest: Emphasis on diagnosis, prevention, and complete dental care for all patients

Hobbies: Hiking, traveling the globe, being an avid foodie, and spending quality time with family and friends

From: Fort Worth, Texas

Language(s) Spoken: English, Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)

Nguyen Nguyen, DO

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - East Campus

Hospital Affiliation: Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Women's Pavilion

 
Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences; Bachelor of Arts in Biology at The Colorado College
Special Interests: Social determinants of health, oncology, substance abuse, and minimally invasive surgery
Hobbies: Tennis, Interior design, swimming, reading, and live music shows
From: Quang Tri, Vietnam and Denver, Colorado
Language(s) Spoken: English, Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)

Sirima O'Leary, PA-C, MPAS

Specialty: Acute Care     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from UT Health San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas Woman’s University
Special Interests: Health promotion, orthopedics
Hobbies: Travel, hiking, cooking, baking
From: Fort Worth, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Hmong

Shannon O'Neal, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine         Location: Kyle Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in Saint Louis, MO; Bachelor of Science in Biology from Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN
Special Interests: Newborn care, adolescent medicine, and obesity
Hobbies: Traveling, exercising, spending time with family and friends, and reading
From: Born in Miami, Florida, but raised primarily in Clarksville, Tennessee
Language(s) Spoken: English

Stephanie Ortiz, FNP-BC, FNP-C, MSN

Specialty: Senior Care     Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from Florida Southern College; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Saint Petersburg State College
Special Interest: Hypertension, diabetes, health promotion, disease prevention
Hobbies: Traveling, shopping, outdoor activities, spending time with friends and family
From: Florida
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

M. Alejandra Pacheco, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Stone Oak Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing from Texas A&M Corpus Christi; Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing, Houston, Texas
Special Interest: Newborn care, child growth & development
Hobbies: Spending time with family, traveling
From: Alice, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Brenda Pagan, DNP, PNP-BC, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Boerne Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Chamberlain University in Illinois; Pediatric Nurse Practitioner from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque
Special Interest: Behavioral & mental health, newborn care, preventative medicine
Hobbies: Traveling, the outdoors, water sports, spending time with family
From: Houston, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Ryan Paulson, DO

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Luckey Ranch Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Carolinas Campus; Bachelor's Degree in Biology at University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
Special Interest: Office-based procedures, primary care, adult medicine, diabetes, hypertension, disease prevention, health optimization & maintenance
Hobbies: Civilian aviation, BBQ smoking, hiking, boating, fishing, motorcycle riding, classic car restoration
From: Dousman, Wisconsin
Language(s) Spoken: English

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Emma Pham, PA-C, MPAS

Specialty: Hepatitis Care     Location: San Antonio - Hamilton Wolfe Campus
 
Degree and College: Masters of Physician Assistant Studies, UT Health San Antonio, 2015; Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, UT Health San Antonio, 2011; Bachelor's of Science in Biomedical Science, Texas A&M University, 2009; Pham is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
Special Interests: Teaching/mentoring
Hobbies: Reading, outdoor activities
From: Houston, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Vietnamese

Marissa Pierce, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Encino Park Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
Special Interests: Primary care, disease prevention
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, cooking, reading, gardening
Language(s) Spoken: English

 

Fred Poordad, MD

Specialty: Hepatitis Care     Location: San Antonio - Hamilton Wolfe Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor in Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, 1990; Bachelor of Science in Medical Science, Faculty of Science, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Postgraduate training: Hepatology/Liver Transplantation Fellowship, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 1996; Gastroenterology Fellowship, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 1995; Internal Medicine Residency, Northeastern Ohio College of Medicine, Akron, OH, 1993
Special Interest: Metabolic syndrome, fatty liver disease, hepatitis
Hobbies: Fitness, traveling, motorsport racing
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Vanessa Porter, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: CommuniCare at The MAC at Morgan’s Wonderland™

 

Degree and College: Post Master's Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate, University of Texas at Tyler, Texas; Master of Science Nursing/Health Care Education and Business Administration, University of Phoenix Online; Bachelor of Science Nursing, Dillard University, New Orleans, LA
Special Interest: Health education
Hobbies: Fitness, reading, traveling, watching movies
From: New Orleans, Louisiana
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español medico

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Kelleah Powao, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Hepatitis Care     Location: San Antonio - Hamilton Wolfe Campus

 

Degree and College: Master's of Science in Nursing, University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX; Bachelor of Arts in Communication, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA; Powao is a member of several professional organizations such as The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD)
Special Interest: Transplant hepatology, hepatitis treatment
Hobbies: Family time, working out, outdoor activities
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Paul Quesada, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Westover Hills Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
Special Interest: Health education, preventative care
Hobbies: Hiking, traveling
From: Corpus Christi, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Jose Quijada, DO

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Hill Country Village Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctorate of Osteopathy, University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Special Interest: Asthma, diabetes, obesity, allergy, community outreach
Hobbies: Dancer, writer, guitarist, singer, gym buff, foodie, avid traveler
From: Houston, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Carlos A. Quiroz, DO

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Encino Park Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of North Texas Health Science Center
Special Interest: Obesity
Hobbies: Surfing, soccer, disc golf, salsa dancing to Latin music
From: Lima, Peru
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Rebecca Quiroz, MD

Specialty: Senior Care     Location: San Antonio - Encino Park Campus

 

Degree and College: Internal Medicine Residency, St. Paul Hospital, Dallas, TX; Medical Doctor, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry, Houston Baptist University
Special Interests: Preventive care, diabetes, hypertension, weight loss
Hobbies: Spending time with my family (husband, children and grandchildren), travel, cycling, reading, crocheting, crafts
From: Tyler, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

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Svetlana Rangel, MS, LPC

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Location: San Antonio - Encino Park Campus & Kyle Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, Our Lady of the Lake University
Special Interests: Anxiety, depression, adolescent issues, mood disorders, PTSD, stress management
Hobbies: Traveling, hiking, reading, photography, art
From: Born and raised in Russia, but I have lived in the US for 25 years, and in San Antonio for 10 years
Language(s) Spoken: English, Russian

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Janie Reddy, DNP, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctorate in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, 2014; Master of Science in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, 2009; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, 2005
Special Interests: Primary care for ages greater than four years old
Hobbies: Reading, outdoor activities
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Don Rehwaldt, PMHNP-BC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Locations: San Antonio - Northwest Campus, Telemedicine

 

Degree and College: Post Masters Nurse Practitioner Certificate from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio; Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Austin; Bachelors of Science in Psychology & Medical Laboratory Science (double major) from the University of Texas at Austin
Special Interest: Anxiety
Hobbies: Computer technology, computer gaming, reading, writing, bike riding, travel
From: San Marcos, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Tarshera K. Reyna, DNP, FNP-BC, APRN

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: Telemedicine

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX; Master of Science in Nursing at the University of Texas at Austin; Bachelor of Science (x3) in Nursing, Psychology, and Medical Laboratory Science, University of the Incarnate Word
Special Interest: Obesity, nutrition, triage, preventative health, family care, general wellness over the lifespan of a person
Hobbies: Fellowship with family and friends, traveling abroad, reading
From: Forsyth, Georgia
Language(s) Spoken: English

Lucia Ridlen-Gonzalez, MD

Specialty: Senior Care     Location: Kyle Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctorate of Medicine from University of Colorado School of Medicine; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles
Special Interest: Hypertension, diabetes, obesity, overall patient wellness
Hobbies: Gardening, cooking, working out, watching classic and foreign movies, traveling
From:  Watsonville, California
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español, Italian, French

Ryan Robertson, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry     Location: Kyle Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery, New York University, New York City, NY; Bachelor in Science in Neurobiology, University of Texas, Austin, TX
Special Interest: Comprehensive general dentistry, dental esthetics
Hobbies: Rock climbing around the Greenbelt in Austin, and the occasional mountaineering trip to the PNW or Colorado
From: Austin, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

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Fabian Rodas, MD

Specialty: Hepatitis Care     Location:  San Antonio - Hamilton Wolfe Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, Universidad De Cuenca, Faculty of Medical Science, Ecuador, 2006; Postgraduate training: Transplant Hepatology at Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, NC, 2017; Internal Medicine Residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Saint Barnabas Hospital, Bronx, NY, 2012
Special Interests: Liver transplant outcomes, portal hypertension, decompensated liver disease
From: Ecuador
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Christina Rodriguez, CPNP-PC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location:  San Antonio - Northwest Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center; Bachelor of Science in Health from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas
Special Interests: Health promotion, asthma, allergies
Hobbies: Reading, knitting, crocheting, live music, video games, hiking, spending time with my husband and our pets
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

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Jacquelyn Rodriguez, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, MSN

Specialty: Behavioral Health     Location:  San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Post Master's Certification, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Walden University, Minneapolis, MN; Master's of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Columbus State University, Columbus, GA; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX
Special Interests: Mood disorders, anxiety, addiction, ADD/ADHD
Hobbies: Traveling, camping, listening to music, spending time with family
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Miranda Ariel Rodriguez, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry     Location:  San Antonio - West Campus
 
Degree and College: Advanced Education in General Dentistry Program, NYU Langone Health, 2019; Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, TX, 2018; Bachelor of Science, St. Mary’s University at San Antonio, TX, 2014
Hobbies: Tennis, hiking, water sports, trying out new restaurants, spending time with family and friends
From: Corpus Christi, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

 

Graham A. Rogeness, MD

Specialty: Behavioral Health / Psychiatry     Location: Telemedicine
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, University of Illinois College of Medicine
Special Interests: ADHD, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders
Hobbies: Reading, walking, being around family
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

 

Violetta M. Roller, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry     Location: San Antonio - East Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 2004; Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Texas at San Antonio, 2000
Special Interests: Patient education
Hobbies: Having fun with my kids
From: Carrizo Springs, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Patricia L. Rosillo, MD

Specialty: Senior Care     Location: San Antonio - East Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from University of Texas Medical School at Houston
Special Interests: Geriatric care, patient education, and complex clinical cases
Hobbies: I love baking, and I'm currently enfatuated with chickens and farm fowl
From: I was born and raise in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico: the land of the mariachi and tequila!
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

 

Sandra Salazar-Mendoza, RDH

Specialty: Dental Hygiene     Location: San Antonio - East Campus
 
Degree and College: Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, 2004
Special Interests: Dental cleanings, patient education
Hobbies: Cheering with the Baseline Bums for our World Famous Five Time Champions San Antonio SPURS, hitting some golf balls, dancing to some good Tejano music, and watching football on TV
From: Born in San Antonio and raised in Hondo, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Rex Sanathra, DO

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine; Bachelor’s Degree in Biology at University of California, Irvine
Special Interests: Adult medicine, preventative medicine, hypertension, diabetes, patient education, office-based procedures, health optimization & maintenance
Hobbies: Spending time with friends and family, reading, volunteering, ancient history, astronomy
From: Huntington Beach, California
Language(s) Spoken: English, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, Español medico

Robert P. Sanders, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: CommuniCare at The MAC at Morgan’s Wonderland™
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, University of Virginia, Bachelor of Science in Biology, Duke University; Board Certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Special Interests: Medically complex children, ADHD care
Hobbies: Spending time with my wife and four children, running, playing guitar & the drums
From: I grew up in an Air Force family and lived all over. I have been in San Antonio since 2008 and now call it home.
Language(s) Spoken: English

Kat Santovena, WHNP, MSN, C-EFM

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: Boerne Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing, Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, University Of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio; Masters of Science in Nursing, Nursing Administration, University of Houston, Sugar Land, Texas; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Texas A&M - Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, Texas
Special Interests: High-risk obstetrics, advocating for young mothers, general women's health
Hobbies: Working out, napping, watching Netflix, attending my children's extracurricular activities
From: Corpus Christi, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Jessica Sarabia, PNP-BC, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Special Interests: Health promotion, asthma, obesity
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, cooking, hiking, yoga, traveling
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

 

Abigail Sellers, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry     Location: San Antonio - East Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Surgery, Texas A & M College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX; Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Houston-Downtown
Special Interests: Comprehensive/cosmetic dentistry
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, camping, fishing, outdoor activities, running, traveling, watching movies
From: Born in Laredo, Texas and raised in San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Arathi Shah, MD, FAAP

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: Kyle Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine (MBBS), BJ Medical College Gujarat University, India (ECFMG certified); Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (conferred by the American Academy of Pediatrics); Pediatrics residency training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York
Special Interests: Nutrition, allergies, asthma, preventive cardiology, infectious diseases, immunizations
Hobbies: Traveling, recreational activities outdoors, visiting science and fine arts museums with my teenaged son and hubby, dancing (Bollywood style and Indian classical styles), reading, relaxing with family and friends by playing games, watching movies, or baby-sitting
From: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español medico, Gujarati, Hindi, Malayalam

Mital Shah, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Marcos Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Virginia Commonwealth University - Children's Hospital of Richmond; Bachelor's of Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP)
Special Interests: Childhood asthma, obesity, preventative medicine
Hobbies: Spending time with my husband and daughter, traveling, listening to music, exploring different cuisines
From: Chicago, Illionis
Language(s) Spoken: English, Gujarati, Hindi

 

 

Siva Sethuraman, DMD

Specialty: General Dentistry     Location: Kyle Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Pittsburgh, 2008; Bachelor of Science from the University of Michigan, 2003
Special Interest: Comprehensive dentistry
From: Troy, Michigan
Language(s) Spoken: English

Cynthia Shirley, MD, FACOG

Specialty: Obstetrics & Genecology     Location: San Antonio - Medical Center Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center
 

Degree and College: Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX; Certified Fellow of the American College of OB-GYN
Special Interests: Teen health
Hobbies: Reading, gardening, driving around, spending time with my grandchildren
From: Poteet, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Ruben Solis, DO

Specialty: Behavioral Health / Psychiatry     Location: San Antonio - West Campus, Telemedicine
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, University of North Texas Health Science Center; Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology, Texas Tech University
Special Interests: Sleep medicine, spirituality, therapy
Hobbies: Basketball, biking, chess, being around family, cooking, reading, wood-working, prayer, studying astronomy
From: Amarillo, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Alexander Sparkman-Royo, MD

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: CommuniCare at The MAC at Morgan’s Wonderland™
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the McGovern Medical School at UT Health Houston; Bachelor of Science in Biology and Spanish from Houston Baptist University
Special Interests: Primary care (all ages), chronic disease management, disease prevention
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, traveling
From: Military child, born in Spain, raised mainly in Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

David Stachniak, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine      Location: San Antonio - Luckey Ranch Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, The Chicago Medical School, North Chicago, Illinois; Board Certifiied by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP)
Special Interests: Newborn care, sports medicine
Hobbies: Golf, hiking, traveling, spending time with my wife and daughter
From: Illinois
Language(s) Spoken: English

Paul Sundberg, MD

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX; Bachelors of Fine Arts in Jazz and Contemporary Music, The New School, Manhattan, NY
Special Interest: Women's health
Hobbies: Taking my dog to dog parks, practicing Brazilian Ju-Jitsu, hill-country road trips with my family
From: Kingwood, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Richard Switzer, MD, FAAP

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: CommuniCare at The MAC at Morgan’s Wonderland™
 
Degree and College: Doctorate of Medicine from Albany Medical College, New York, 1989; Bachelor of Arts in Biology, University of Rochester, New York, 1982
Special Interest: Pediatric complex care, mental & behavioral health
Hobbies: Spending time with family, watching baseball, singing
From: New York City, New York
Language(s) Spoken: English

Bridget Y. Thackeray, DO

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: San Antonio - West Campus & Apollo Wellness
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of North Texas, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine; Bachelor of Science from Tennessee State University, 1998
Special Interest: Women's health, geriatrics, HIV testing & treatment
Hobbies: Boating, cooking, spending time with my son
From: Fountain Valley, California
Language(s) Spoken: English

Cynthia Thapa, RDH

Specialty: Dental Hygiene     Location: San Antonio - Dental BLVD Campus
 
Degree and College: Associate of Applied Dental Hygiene, Concorde Career College, San Antonio.
Special Interests: Treatment and prevention of gum disease, patient education
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family, dancing (merengue and bachata), visiting new restaurants, and helping my children grow to be successful and happy.
From: Born in San Antonio, TX. Raised in Monterrey, Mexico
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Lauren Thomas, CPNP, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Encino Park Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Nursing, University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, Texas
Special Interests: Type 1 diabetes, dermatology, endocrinology
Hobbies: Reading, hiking, traveling, exercising, spending time with my family and our three Newfoundland dogs
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Nathalie Tiberio, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - East Campus

 

Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, New York Medical College, Valhalla, New York; Bachelor of Science in Biology, California State University, Long Beach, California

Special Interest: General pediatrics, newborn care, preventative medicine

Hobbies: World traveling, hiking, yoga, reading, watching fantasy/sci-fi movies, anything created by Neil deGrasse Tyson, spending time with my husband and my cat (Rajah)

From: San Clemente, California

Language(s) Spoken: English

 

 

 

Carly M. Tovar, DDS

Specialty: General Dentistry     Location: San Antonio - East Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Dental Science, Baylor University, College of Dentistry, 2011; Bachelor of Surgery, Biochemistry, St Mary's University, 2002
Special Interest: Patient education
Hobbies: Exercising, running, doing outdoor activities, cooking, volunteering, spending time with family & friends
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Paul Trautmann, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Medical Center Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Special Interests: Obstetrics, contraceptive care
Hobbies: Tennis, house renovations, spending time with family, going to the movies
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Dara Valdez, PA-C, MPAS

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Stone Oak Campus

 

Degree and College: Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from UT Health Science Center; Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Abilene Christian University; NCCPA Certified
Special Interests: Empowering families to raise healthy kids
Hobbies: Going to the zoo, spending time outdoors, dancing to blues music
From: Brady, Texas, but moved around a lot due to being in a military family
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español medico

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Nichole Van de Putte, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - West Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Women's Pavilion
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX; Bachelors of Arts in Music with a Minor in Psychology, Loyola University, New Orleans, LA
Special Interests: Teen health, contraception, high risk obstetrics, patient advocacy
Hobbies: Music, cooking, outdoors, arts & crafts
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Merin Varghese, DO

Specialty: Adult Medicine     Location: Kyle Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia Campus, Lawrenceville, Georgia; Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Houston, Houston, Texas
Special Interest: Diabetes, obesity, nutrition
Hobbies: Outdoor activities (like hiking, kayaking), reading, cooking
From: Flushing, New York
Language(s) Spoken: English, Malayalam

Elizabeth Vasquez, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - West Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Women's Pavilion

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Texas State University; Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, The University of Texas at Austin
Special Interests: Family planning/contraceptive care, cervical cancer screening, infertility care
Hobbies: Cooking Mexican food, exploring new restaurants, being a cat mom, going to live music concerts
From: Laredo, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Jeni Vela, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Metropolitan Women's Health Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Women's Pavilion

 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX; Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Texas - Pan American, Edinburg, TX
Special Interest: High-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive gynecological surgery
Hobbies: Hiking, exploring San Antonio, music, travel, cooking, spending time with friends and family
From: Progreso, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Carmela Villarreal, RDH

Specialty: Dental Hygiene     Location: San Antonio - East Campus
 
Degree and College: Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio
Special Interest: Patient education, preventative care
Hobbies: Traveling, volunteering, spending time with family and friends
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Josephine Villarreal-Luo, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: San Antonio - Luckey Ranch Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center

 
Degree and College: Doctorate of Medicine, University of Texas, Medical Branch, Galveston, TX; Bachelor of Science in Biology at University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX
Special Interest: Teen health, contraception, breast feeding medicine, high risk obstetrics, gynecologic dermatology
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, traveling, cooking, photography
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español

Tina Vu, MD

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - Leon Springs Campus
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from Texas Tech Health Science Center, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, El Paso, TX; Bachelor of Science in Biology from Baylor University, Waco, TX
Special Interest: Breastfeeding, preventative care, patient advocacy
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, traveling, cooking, baking, trying new restaurants
From: Waco, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese), Español conversacional

Shawna Wall, MD

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology     Location: Helotes Campus
Hospital Affiliation: Main Methodist Hospital Medical Center
 
Degree and College: Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio; Bachelor of Science in Biology from Angelo State University

Special Interests: Preventative care
Hobbies: Traveling, reading, woodworking, crafting, attending events for my three kids
From: San Angelo, Texas, but I have lived in San Antonio for over 20 years
Language(s) Spoken: English

Bronta Wegesa, FNP-C, MSN, APRN

Specialty: Acute Care     Location: Kyle Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Nursing, University of Texas at El Paso; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Wayland Baptist University; Bachelor of Science in Community Health, University of Texas at San Antonio
Special Interests: Health promotion, disease prevention, patient health education
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, exercising, watching movies, traveling, dancing
From: Austin, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English

Chris Wlodarczyk, PA-C, MPAS

Specialty: Pediatric Medicine     Location: San Antonio - South Campus

 

Degree and College: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, University of St. Francis, Albuquerque, New Mexico; Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas
Special Interests: Newborn care
Hobbies: Traveling with my family, cooking, spending time outdoors, participating in Spartan obstacle course runs
From: I was born in Poland, came to the United States at six years of age, and grew up in San Antonio
Language(s) Spoken: English, Polish

Elly Xenakis, MD, MFM

Specialty: High-Risk Obstetrics     Location: San Antonio - Northwest Campus
Hospital Affiliation: University Health Hospital
 
Degree and College: Doctor in Medicine, University of Pavia, Lombardy, Italy; Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship, The University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, Texas
Special Interests: Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, gestational diabetes
Hobbies: Traveling, reading, art, history
From: I was born and raised in Bucharest, Romania, and I lived in Italy for several years
Language(s) Spoken: English, Romanian, Italian

Marisol Degollado Zamudio, RDH

Specialty: Dental Hygiene     Location: San Antonio - West Campus

 
Degree and College: Bachelors in Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio)
Special Interests: Dental cleaning, patient education, personalized dental care
Hobbies: Spending quality time with family (which includes playing Bingo and going to my sister’s ranch), working out at the gym, volunteering at my church as part of the welcome team, going to the movies for relaxation
From: San Antonio, Texas
Language(s) Spoken: English, Español