Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Shane Lashley is a facilitator who focuses on creating lifestyle plans for the patients of Healing Hands Holistic Health. Under the direction and oversight of Dr. Melita, Shane uses various lifestyle and functional assessments, nutritional evaluations, and specific lab tests to create a customized lifestyle and nutrition plan for each patient.
Prior to entering the health profession, Shane spent more than 20 years as a consultant to CEO’s, entrepreneurs, and attorneys regarding innovation, intellectual property, and financial management in hyper-growth companies.
It was in that world that Shane lost his health and learned firsthand the value of proper self-care. After restoring his own health, Shane decided to pursue an advanced education in health topics that would allow him to serve as a consultant to both physicians and patients. He founded a concierge lifestyle medicine consulting practice for physicians and clients, established a clientele from around Texas, and in 2019, joined forces with Dr. Melita Williams to help launch Healing Hands Holistic Health.
Shane earned two master’s degrees from the University of Dallas Graduate School of Management: a master’s in Business Administration (MBA) and a Masters in Management specializing in Corporate Finance (M.Mgt.).
Shane earned his certification in corrective exercise through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and is certified as a Level 2 Fitness Nutrition Coach by Precision Nutrition.
A lifelong learner, Shane is currently pursuing the completion of several health credentials.
Diplomate as an Anti-Aging, Metabolic and Functional Medicine Health Practitioner (ABAAHP) through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M).
Board certification in advanced medical nutrition therapy through the Board of Certified Nutritionist Specialists.
Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSHS) in Integrative Medicine at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Dr. Daniel Amen’s Brain Health Coaching Certification Program
Dr. Dale Bredesen’s RECODE Practitioner Certification for reversing cognitive decline due to Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
Shane is not a physician and does not diagnose or treat disease. His tools, expertise, and training are directed toward empowering patients to take more control over their health outcomes by adopting new habits and using proven resources to help activate the body’s own natural healing capacities. Shane and Dr. Melita collaborate on patient care plan development, in-clinic therapies, and at-home lifestyle strategies so that each patient receives the treatment and empowerment opportunities they need to achieve their health goals.
Shane serves on the board of directors for Wipe Out Kids Cancer, a non-profit organization dedicated to research and development for rare pediatric cancers.
STL Medical Weight Loss is a 100% telemedicine-based practice specializing in injectable weight loss medications. We offer Semaglutide (Wegovy) and Trizepatide (Mounjaro). These medications are administered once weekly and weight loss can be fairly dramatic. Patients can lose 25-30lbs in the first 90 days. The medication is conveniently shipped to the patient’s door with all the supplies needed. Dr. Joseph Moleski focuses on providing medication and education to help patients achieve and maintain a healthy BMI. Book a Telemedicine Appointment Today
I am very passionate about helping my patients stay healthy by providing the tools, resources and education needed to help them make good , healthy and informed decisions. I believe that everyone has the power to improve their quality of life by making right choices about food, exercise , emotional well being and spirituality
“Dr. Peters was soooo nice. Kept eye contact with me the whole time. I never felt rushed. She listened to my concerns. She also has a great MA and friendly office staff.”
Deepthi Gandhiraj, MD, is board certified in pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, and internal medicine. At Fivestar Pulmonary Associates in Allen, Plano, and McKinney, Texas, she takes pride in having the patient at the center of her treatment plan. She is vibrant, active, and commended by her patients as being very approachable and trustworthy.
Dr.Gandhiraj specializes in treating resistant asthma, severe COPD, chronic cough, ILD and other diffuse parenchymal lung diseases, as well as pneumonia, bronchiectasis and other pulmonary infections, pulmonary hypertension, and pulmonary embolism.
Besides medical treatment, Dr.Gandhiraj specializes in pulmonary procedures like diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy and pleural drainage with and without temporary and long-term catheter placements. She is also well-trained in diagnosing and staging early and late-stage lung cancer using endobronchial ultrasound.
Dr. Gandhiraj completed medical school at the PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, India, before moving to the USA to complete her Internal Medicine residency at Westchester Medical Center in New York. She completed her Pulmonary and Critical Care fellowship at Saint Louis University in Missouri.
She has published multiple research articles and presented at national and international conferences. Dr. Gandhiraj sets her benchmark high by bringing up-to-date research outcomes in everyday clinical practice.
Anthony Nebor, MD, is a well-trained, board-certified pulmonologist and critical care physician at Fivestar Pulmonary Associates. He brings compassionate, dedicated, and highly motivated care to patients at the office in Allen, Plano, and Mckinney, Texas, and he consistently strives to improve healthcare delivery in a variety of clinical settings.
Dr. Nebor has practiced in Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and the United States. He is a graduate of the University of Benin Medical School in Nigeria, and he completed a master’s degree in clinical microbiology at Queen Mary University in London. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency Program at St. John’s hospital in Detroit, and a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit.
He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary and Critical Care, and is licensed to practice in Texas. He really takes pride in ensuring his patients are well taken care of and is diligent in providing the most current and effective treatment plan for all of his patients.
At the practice, Dr. Nebor and the team provide diagnosis and treatment for a variety of pulmonary conditions, including asthma, COPD, shortness of breath, and sleep apnea. They also provide pulmonary function testing and lung cancer screenings.
They dedicate themselves to ensuring favorable outcomes when it comes to the treatment of their patients, and they live by their motto “breathe easy.” To learn more about Fivestar Pulmonary Associates, call the office or book an appointment online today.
Dr. Maryam Zamanian is your source for a passionate and experienced Endocrinologist and Diabetes Specialist in Plano, TX and Dallas, TX.
Dr. Zamanian earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas. She completed her internal medicine training at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas and her Endocrinology training at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Shortly after her residency training, she engaged in private practice of internal medicine at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas for a few years before pursuing a fellowship in Endocrinology.
As a Diabetes Specialist, Dr. Zamanian uses her training, experience, and latest research information to ensure your diabetes is under control.
Even though your primary care physician has done a great job working at controlling your diabetes, perhaps it's time to see a specialist if:
Your doctor recommends you have an evaluation with a specialist.
Your primary care physician has not treated many diabetes patients.
If you are having complications or difficulty managing your diabetes. In addition, you should see a specialist if you are having frequent low blood sugars (hypoglycemia) or have ever had drastic low blood sugar or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Conventional treatment does not work. Endocrinologists and diabetes care teams use a wide range of treatments to help you with difficult-to-control diabetes.
You want to know about the latest research or treatment options.
You take three or more injections a day or use an insulin pump.
A board-certified Endocrinologist does more than treat diabetes. Endocrinologists also treat people who suffer from hormonal imbalances, typically from glands in the endocrine system. The goal of treatment is to restore the normal balance of hormones found in a patient's body. Common conditions that Dr. Zamanian treats include:
Common conditions other than diabetes that Dr. Zamanian treats include:
Menopause
Metabolic disorders
Overproduction or underproduction of hormones
Growth problems
Thyroid diseases
Osteoporosis
Cancers of the endocrine glands
Hypertension
Infertility
Double board-certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Zamanian uses her experience in internal medicine to provide the best possible treatment and care for Diabetes.
Raj Kakar, MD, is a snoring and sleep apnea specialist at Dallas Sleep, with locations in Plano and McKinney, Texas, who absolutely loves his work. His passion for helping others get the treatment they need to improve their sleep health and well-being is documented by his dedication to his patients and the DFW community. Since 2006, Dr. Kakar has been managing Dallas Sleep, also known as the Dallas Center for Sleep Disorders. Over the years, due to the success of the quality of service provided, Dallas Sleep has grown and had several locations to improve access to our community.
Dr. Kakar also founded Snoring & Fatigue Center, a Sleep Health clinic created to provide affordable access to quality Sleep Health care for those with high deductible insurance plans and those who are uninsured. With Snoring & Fatigue Center, Dr. Kakar and his team have shown their commitment to helping more people get the Sleep Health care they need.
Dr. Kakar completed his Bachelor of Science degree at Louisiana State University and his Medical Doctorate and Masters in Public Health degrees from Tulane University. Having completed sleep health fellowship training at the highly regarded Stanford University Sleep Center of Excellence, Dr. Kakar has a masterful knowledge of all sleep disorders. And with his background in internal medicine, he also has an expert understanding of the impact of sleep health problems on cardiovascular, metabolic, and cognitive health. Some of his areas of expertise include snoring, sleep apnea, insomnia, chronic fatigue, daytime sleepiness, and narcolepsy.
“I love what I do because I get to help people sleep better and feel better, in just a few weeks’ time. It is such a wonderful thing to be able to see such a tremendous improvement in someone’s quality of sleep and daytime energy level in such a short period of time. It never gets old. I am blessed to be able to serve my community in this way,” said Dr. Kakar.
Aruna Koney, MD, is an internal medicine specialist in Dallas, Texas, who provides comprehensive care for adults at her private practice in the White Rock Lake area. She focuses on diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic health issues. Dr. Koney takes an integrative approach to treat the whole person, rather than just their symptoms, and offers preventive care to help patients maintain longevity and quality of life.
Dr. Koney is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Sri Venkateswara University in India. She went on to complete her internship and residency in internal medicine at Central Texas Medical Foundation in Austin.
Known for her compassionate approach to patient care, Dr. Koney values the time she spends with each patient and getting to know more about their health care needs. She is highly skilled in creating short-term and long-term treatment plans for conditions like hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis, and depression. Her programs focus on evidence-based treatments and holistic care to promote total health and wellness.
As a primary care provider, Dr. Koney also offers same-day sick visits to help patients avoid the inconvenience of emergency room visits. She makes herself available after hours to treat acute and unexpected health issues.
In addition to providing chronic disease management and preventive care, Dr. Koney is credentialed as a NAMS-certified menopause practitioner (NCMP) to address the issues that impact the lives of women transitioning through their menopausal years. She specializes in women’s health, offering in-office pelvic exams and Pap smears.
For reliable, compassionate care from a primary care doctor, schedule a consultation today with Dr. Koney by calling her office or by requesting an appointment online now.
Dr. Meenu Jindal with Comprehensive Pediatric Care feels privileged to care for the children and adolescents in the areas of Dallas, Mesquite, and Sunnyvale, Texas. She combines her experience as a mom with her expertise as a pediatrician to connect with kids of all ages from newborns to teens. Her goal is to promote health and wellness through preventive and sick care. Her areas of expertise include newborn well care, childhood obesity, weight management, and mental health evaluations, including ADHD.
Dr. Jindal received her medical degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, then completed residency training in pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center, which has been recognized as one of the top 25 best pediatric training programs in the United States.
Dr. Jindal has been recognized throughout her career by her peers and patients. In 2007, she received the Meg Colgan Award for Excellence in Pediatrics; and in 2015: she was recognized as one of the “Favorite Docs of Hudson Valley” by Hudson Valley Parent magazine. Dr. Jindal is a board-certified pediatrician and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Jindal now happily calls Dallas her home. When she’s not helping her patients, Dr. Jindal enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, family, and friends.
I am very proud and honored to be a practicing physician in your community. My staff and I believe in providing the best medical care for our patients. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from the University of California, Davis. I graduated from Creighton Medical School in Omaha, Nebraska and completed my residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Louisiana State University - at Charity Hospital, in New Orleans.
For five years, I was Chief of Urgent Care at Kaiser Permenente for the Dallas Region. Since 1997, I have been an attending Physician at Community Oriented Primary Care (COPC) in Garland, TX - A Division of Parkland Health and Hospital System. Currently, I am an attending physician at Children’s Hospital. In addition, I have hospital privileges at Richardson’s Regional Medical Center. When I am not in my office, I am with my two children who give me deep joy and happiness. We currently live in Richardson Texas.
Dr. Kofo Ekadi is an internist serving the Burleson, Texas area at her practice, Delta Medical Clinic. After graduating from medical school at the University of Lagos College of Medicine in her native Nigeria, Dr. Ekadi completed an internship at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC, and her residency in internal medicine at Greater Baltimore Medical Center in Maryland. After graduating in 1997, she practiced in Georgia before moving to Texas in 2000; she has since practiced in the Fort Worth, Burleson, and Cleburne areas. Dr. Ekadi's practice is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish, to better serve the diverse population of the area. She is board-certified in internal medicine and a member of the American College of Physicians, as well as several other medical societies. Dr. Ekadi's areas of special interest include diabetes mellitus ("sugar diabetes"), bariatric medicine (weight loss medicine), hypertension and erectile dysfunction. She feels strongly that with patient education and empowerment, people can take better care of themselves and improve their health.
Jwalant Patel practices preventive functional medicine at MyFitMed in Dallas, Southlake, Heath, and Frisco, Texas, where he provides optimal care and offers concierge services to give each patient his full attention.
He believes in optimizing vitamins, testosterone, and other hormones to ensure you maintain a vital, energetic, healthy life and perform at your best. He also relieves pain and promotes healing of musculoskeletal problems with joint and trigger point injections, including innovative stem cell injections and naturopathic options.
J Patel is a physician assistant certified in hormone replacement. His experience includes four years specializing in hormone replacement therapies and more than five years in pain management. His patients often seek his expertise in joint injections as they recuperate from injuries.
Before moving to the United States, J Patel was a registered pharmacist in India. After relocating, he earned an MBA in Health Care Management from the University of Findlay in Ohio.
Following his desire to work one-on-one with patients, he decided to become a physician assistant and completed his studies at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
J Patel focuses on preventive health care and uses his combined training in pharmacy and as a physician assistant to develop customized treatment plans for each patient.
Besides his practice at MyFitMed, J Patel currently serves in the United States Army as an Army Reserve Physician Assistant at the officer level. When he’s not working, J Patel enjoys spending time with his wife — who is a dentist — and son. He especially enjoys outdoor activities.
Dr. Julio C. Olivieri practice Internal Medicine with special Interest in Geriatric medicine. He has had private practice in DFW are for past 20 years. He also does house calls for patients in need. He goes above and beyond in helping his patients to make their life healthy and happy.
Dr. Olivieri has been treating complex medical issues since over 30 years. His practice has included the treatment of most adult illnesses including Hypertension, Diabetes, Heart disease, etc. He also performed inpatient hospital care in several Mesquite facilities such as Mesquite community hospital and Dallas Regional Medical Center. Dr. Olivieri also provides services for multiple hospice agencies due to his interest in Palliative care. He bring his years of experience to MyFitMed to help patients live healthy life.
Dr. Olivieri completed his medical school training at the University of Puerto Rico Science Campus in 1992. He the completed a 3 year residency Program in Internal Medicine at Damas Hospital Ponce P.R. He is currently married with 3 children. His hobby is traveling abroad.
Micah Madden practices functional medicine at MyFitMed in Heath. She specializes in optimizing her patients' vitamins, hormones, and weight loss. Micah customizes each patient's treatment plan, focusing on their overall well-being.
Micah received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from West Virginia University in 2013. She spent four years working in the Neonatal ICU at WVU Medicine. Micah earned her Master of Science in Nursing degree in 2017 from the University of Cincinnati and is board-certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Aside from her experience in functional and family medicine, Micah has extensive experience in weight loss.
Before pursuing her Nurse Practitioner career, she traveled the country for several years with her husband in a fifth wheel. When she's not working, Micah is usually chasing around her two young daughters. She enjoys exercising, being outdoors, and traveling with her family.
As a childhood asthmatic, I spent many hours in emergency rooms and doctors' offices. I witnessed firsthand the fragmented care faced by uninsured and underinsured patients in my diverse community. My parents? faith inspired them to work for a better future for me and our community, instilling in me a lens of hope and servant leadership.
I studied comparative biology at Tulane University and pursued neurobiology at Yale. After graduate school, I attended Harvard Medical School and completed a residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital.
I view medicine as my calling; primary care is my passion because it combines restoration, education, counseling, and advocacy. For over 30 years, I have been dedicated to public health in communities worldwide, including West Africa and Haiti. In the last 19 years, I have worked as a board-certified internist in Dallas and Austin, focusing on reducing health disparities related to COVID-19, hypertension, diabetes, and HIV.
Dr. Khalida Yasmin leads the medical staff at Premier Wellness Clinics. She brings her years of medical experience to the Little Elm – Frisco communities to provide quality medical services. As an experienced board-certified physician in family medicine, she has the experience and expertise to properly manage and treat both acute and chronic conditions for patients of all ages. Dr. Yasmin is currently seeing new patients.
Dr. Yasmin is actively involved in a number of organizations, allowing her the opportunity to give back and make a difference in the lives of others.
Dr. Yasmin completed her undergraduate from University of Colorado. She obtained her Medical degree from Punjab University, Pakistan. She completed her family medicine training at University of Illinois in Chicago.
She has over 20 years of experience in Family medicine in variety of settings, she did private practice and served as Captain in the American Air Force reserves. Dr. Yasmin also worked in Youth and Family Clinics in Dallas, as well as being affiliated with Parkland Hospital.
She has been very active in state and local medical organizations and served on committees at TAFP and has been President of Dallas Chapter of TAFP.
Family Medicine Services
Dr. Yasmin provides treatment and care for a variety of family medicine services which includes:
Annual exams
Well Woman Exams
Flu shots
Immunizations
Patient checkups
Individualized risk assessments
Cancer screenings
School and sports physicals
Chronic disease care
General medical care for colds, fevers, infections, and other routine issues
Education
Undergraduate – 1979 – University of Colorado
Medical School – 1983 to 1990 – Rawalpindi Medical College
Residency – 1995 to 1998 Christ Hospital – Oak Lawn, IL
License and Certification
Diplomate of American Board of Family Medicine
Experience
Private Practice – 1998 to present
Air Force Reserves Physician – 1998 to 2007
Professional Organizations
American Academy of Family Physicians
Dallas Chapter President of Texas Academy of Family Physicians
American Muslim Women Physicians Association
Professional Committees
Dallas Chapter TAFP.
Member of Executive Committee.
Chair of Ethic Committee at Trinity Medical Center.
Health Advisory Committee – Carrollton Farmer Branch School District.
Health Advisory Committee – Islamic Association of North Texas Richardson.
Fondly referred to as “Dr. Chuck” by patients and colleagues, Chuck Osuagwu, MD, provides comprehensive internal medicine care to patients at Centerville Medical Center. At the office in Garland, Texas, Dr. Osuagwu is passionate about finding and correcting the root cause of illness, not just the symptoms. He is board certified in internal medicine and has been in practice for over 10 years.
Dr. Osuagwu attended medical school at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, where he was awarded numerous honors. He later completed his internal medicine residency at UT Southwestern working at Parkland Memorial Hospital, Dallas VA hospital, and Zale Lipshy University Hospital.
Dr. Osuagwu currently maintains active staff privileges at Baylor Medical Center Garland, Dallas Medical Center, and Lake Pointe Medical Center. He was voted among D-Magazine‘s Best Doctor for 2015 and 2016.
At Centerville Medical Center, he practices comprehensive primary care medicine and treats each patient as a unique individual. Dr. Osuagwu believes that every person can improve their health and live a happier and more productive lifestyle. His approach emphasizes preventive care, weight loss, nutrition, exercise, hormone balance, adrenal and thyroid health, and allergy treatment as pillars of wellness.
Dr. Osuagwu uses his unique knowledge to guide patients through age-related symptoms to alleviate chronic illnesses and to help them live healthier and more vibrant lives. In addition, Dr. Osuagwu specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of joint pain and neuropathy.
The clinic is multidisciplinary and depending on your condition, referral to nearby specialists is available.
To schedule your appointment at Centerville Medical Center, call the office or simply book online today.
Our clinic is led by Henna Xiang, MS, APRN, NP-C. Henna has been working as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner for over 25 years in the hospitals, home health, inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, health insurance company, and primary care clinic. She serves as a Graduate Nursing Clinical Education Specialist at University of Arlington. She also founded a non-for-profit organization “International Health Education Alliance” to promote health and education around the world. Henna is a proud mother of three wonderful children. Henna is actively involved in her church and her community. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling with her husband, photography, and flower arrangement.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Temple University
Master of Science in Nursing, Adult and Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, Texas Woman’s University
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