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Tess Chamakkala, DO, is excited to join the team at Endocrine and Psychiatry Center in Katy and Houston, Texas. As a skilled endocrinologist, Dr. Chamakkala is passionate about general adult endocrinology and managing conditions, including diabetes, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, and osteoporosis.

She completed her undergraduate studies at Fordham University in the Bronx neighborhood of New York City, New York, earning her Bachelor of Science in Biology. From there, she attended medical school at the New York Institute of Technology’s College of Osteopathic Medicine on Long Island. She underwent rigorous Internal Medicine residency training and later completed an Endocrinology fellowship through St. Luke’s University Health Network in Pennsylvania. She recently relocated to Texas. 

With this experience and enthusiasm for the progression of medicine, Dr. Chamakkala looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to the practice. Contact the office nearest you to schedule an appointment or consult with Dr. Chamakkala. 

Veena Watwe, MD, is a board-certified endocrinologist and diabetes and metabolism physician at the Endocrine and Psychiatry Center in Houston, Texas. She specializes in endocrine, lipids, and thyroid conditions and is passionate about enabling patients to obtain optimal health.

Dr. Watwe began her education while living in India and earned a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree at BJ Medical College Poona University in Pune, India. She then relocated to the United States to complete an internal medicine internship and residency at the University at Buffalo - Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Watwe also fulfilled an endocrinology and diabetes and metabolism fellowship at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan.

A member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Dr. Watwe has also published articles in industry journals including Chest and the American Journal of Clinical Oncology.

Dr. Watwe sees patients ages 18 and up in the Huffmeister office in Houston, Texas. Use the online booking tool to schedule or call for an appointment.

Elina Shakya, MD, is a skilled, board-eligible endocrinologist at Endocrine and Psychiatry Center in Katy and Houston, Texas. 

Dr. Shakya earned her medical degree at the Nepal Medical College and Teaching Hospital in Gokarneshwor before relocating to the United States for her residency and fellowship. She studied at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in Ohio for her residency. For her fellowship, Dr. Shakya worked under skilled physicians and medical professionals at Oshsner/Louisiana State University Health Shreveport. 

Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Shakya has practiced as a primary care physician since 2011 and brings her expertise in endocrinology, diabetes care, and metabolism to the patients at Endocrine and Psychiatry Center. 

Dr. Shakya is proficient in English, Nepali, Hindu, and Urdu to better serve her patients. She maintains membership in the Endocrine Society, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, and the American Board of Internal Medicine. 

Call the office nearest to you today to book an appointment with Dr. Shakya. 

Todd Kielman, PA-C, DMSc, MPAS, is a physician assistant with over 20 years of experience in orthopedics, primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, trauma management, and men’s health. At Regenerative Sports & Medicine in Santa Monica, CA, Todd works closely with Dr. McClain to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.   

Todd earned his bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in physician assistant studies at The University of Nebraska–Lincoln. He then went on to complete his doctorate in medical science at A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine. 

Throughout his career in healthcare, Todd has worked with in a variety of roles, including serving as a sexual medicine and hormone specialist. He is skilled in treating hormone imbalance, erectile dysfunction, overactive bladder, hypogonadism, and weight management issues. While Todd enjoys helping patients enhance their health and wellness with therapies like HRT, he can also address chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. 

With his clinical experiences, Todd brings immense value to the Regenerative Sports & Medicine team. Additionally, he serves on the board of directors for PAs for Tomorrow and San Antonio Lifetime Recovery.

Todd has proudly served his country for over 25 years in the United States Army. During his service, he was awarded numerous prestigious awards, such as the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal with “V” for Valor under fire, Army Achievement Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Afghan Campaign Medal, and the NATO Medal. 

As a highly trained physician assistant, Todd is happy to provide his expertise at Regenerative & Sports Medicine to help patients find relief from pain, limited mobility, and other health issues that prevent them from living their life to the fullest.