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.
I am a compassionate and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner serving adults and children in the Houston Heights community.
I have an extensive clinical background in cardiology, stroke and critical care through my experience practicing alongside Chief of Cardiology Dr. Maged Amine for over 5 years. I have a wealth of experience in the treatment of cardiovascular conditions in the outpatient and inpatient settings. Additionally, I have a special interest in Primary Care and demonstrate proficiency in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of acute & chronic illnesses.
I received honors when graduating with my master’s degree as Family Nurse Practitioner at the UT Health Science Center in Houston. Before that, I achieved my bachelor’s degree in Nursing at the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio and worked as a stoke-certified registered nurse with Methodist hospital in Houston.
At Balance Wellness Center, we provide motivated patients with the health and wellness services they need under the care of board-certified internist Ronald Bryant, MD. Dr. Bryant has specialized in obesity and metabolism for over 20 years and continues to help patients optimize their health today.
Dr. Bryant began his career in health and wellness after earning his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He then completed residency training in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
During a typical day at Balance Wellness Center, Dr. Bryant visits with clients to discuss their needs, goals, and expectations. He recommends personalized care plans for every patient according to their needs, including evidence-driven medical weight loss programs for patients experiencing obesity or weight gain and chronic disease management for various health conditions.
Dr. Bryant also specializes in hormone replacement therapy at Balance. He helps patients overcome symptoms like fatigue and insomnia resulting from hormone imbalances with essential hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and thyroid hormone. He offers remote appointments with telemedicine to streamline patients’ care.
Given the background in internal medicine and the specialization in metabolism, micronutrients, and hormone imbalances, Dr. Bryant addresses the root of illness. Health is optimized by identifying the root of any imbalance and correcting such imbalances.
In addition to health and wellness, we provide select cosmetic medical spa services for our clientele. Cosmetic injectables are available to clients looking to make outward changes in order to look as good as they feel. Botox® and dermal fillers allow clients to enjoy a more youthful appearance and a possible self-image boost.
Don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment at Balance Wellness Center by phone or online at any time for the care you need.
Alovita is a lifestyle medicine practice in Texas, led by board-certified physician Niloufar Aghakasiri, MD, MPH, who believes that health care should help you live a longer, more vibrant life. We focus on both treating health concerns and preventing them before they begin, and we listen to each patient’s needs and goals.
Dr. Aghakasiri received her bachelor’s in biology at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, before earning her medical doctorate at the Ross University School of Medicine in Portsmouth, Dominica. She also earned a master's degree in public health from the University of Texas in Houston and a healthcare management certification from the University of Houston, Texas.
At Alovita, we support every stage of your health journey with comprehensive services. Clinical lab testing and women’s and men’s wellness panels give you valuable insights, and health coaching helps you build sustainable habits around nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and stress management. If you’re experiencing hormonal imbalances, we also offer hormone therapy programs, carefully monitored to restore your quality of life.
Preventive care and longevity are at the heart of everything we do. Instead of waiting for symptoms to develop, we help you identify risk factors early and build healthy routines that support long-term wellness. Our approach focuses on daily behaviors that influence your health, including diet, movement, sleep, stress levels, and overall well-being.
In addition to regular in-person visits, we offer telemedicine appointments when appropriate and provide urgent care for non-emergency illnesses and injuries that require prompt attention.
Ultimately, our goal is to walk step by step with you, offering empathetic guidance and listening carefully to your needs. For close mentorship that goes above and beyond routine medical care, call the Alovita office or book an appointment online today.
Bita Pour-Jafari, MD, ABAARM, is a board-certified family physician with years of experience, she provides comprehensive and patient-centered care at Texas Premier Physicians P.A. in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Jafari earned her Doctor of Medicine from Hamadan University of Medical Sciences in 2004, completing her residency in family medicine at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Odessa, Texas. In 2017, she furthered her expertise with a fellowship in Anti-Aging and Metabolic Medicine (FAAMFM) through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) which transformed her approach in medicine
She is an active member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the Metabolic Medical Institute, and the Texas Medical Association.
Dr. Jafari provides a wide range of services, including annual physical exams, preventive and screening exams, chronic disease medication managements, Pap smears, menopause and andropause evaluations, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. She is dedicated to getting to the root cause of symptoms and creating personalized treatment plans that merge traditional and integrative medicine with the latest advancements.
Her approach prioritizes attentiveness, time, and patience, ensuring each patient receives customized care for acute and chronic health challenges. She is committed to helping individuals optimize their health, wellness, and overall functionality.
Originally from Boston Massachusetts, she was educated at first at Mass General Hospital, and later at Boston College. She worked as a Registered Nurse for many years in cardiothoracic nursing as well as brain injury and spinal cord rehabilitation. She relocated to Texas in 1997 and worked at The Texas Instituted for Rehabilitation and Research (TIRR) before returning to UTMB to continue her education. She graduated from UTMB as a Family Nurse Practitioner and has special interests in Women’s Health, Diabetes and Hypertension. She also works with Medtronic initiating and training patients for insulin pump therapy. She is also trained in cosmetic procedures i.e. Botox, Juvederm and laser therapy.
“This was my first visit to Dr. Tran Van Family Practice. Everyone was very kind and Dr. Tran was very informative. He probed questions and diagnosed me right away.I was in and out of the office in less than an hour. I will definitely be back.”
Originally from sunny Southern California, Kristen graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of California, Irvine, and earned his medical degree in Rhode Island. Along with primary care, Kristen specializes in women's health and genetic medicine. He leads a genetics lab at the Texas Medical Center, serving as the primary investigator in various clinical trials involving gentic engineering, and gene splicing
Kristen is natively fluent in five languages—Greek, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian—enhancing his ability to communicate effectively and provide personalized, compassionate care to patients from diverse backgrounds. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys exploring new restaurants, traveling, and spending quality time with his partner, and their 7 year year old rescue dog Remy
“This was my first visit to Dr. Tran Van Family Practice. Everyone was very kind and Dr. Tran was very informative. He probed questions and diagnosed me right away.I was in and out of the office in less than an hour. I will definitely be back.”
“Dr. Deckard is very attentive and informative in her patient's care.
She is very involved with her patients and believes in making sure your medical aid is being met. Whether it's labs, medication, necessary medical testing and specialist referrals.”
Mrs. Sandra Norris-Deckard, NP-C
Family Physician
525 N Sam Houston Parkway E, Suite 255
Houston, TX 77060
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Mr. Maximo Hernandez, FNP-C
Family Physician 28.5 mi
Faith Onyechefuna is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 9 years of experience primary care. She obtained her undergraduate and graduate studies at the prestigious Texas Women’s University. She was privileged with Kingwood hospital. She also previously worked with Houston Methodist hospital under Dr John Nguyen- Collaborative Physician
The mission of Walter J. is to provide individualized affordable healthcare to families across lifespan. Our goal is to prevent illness and improve quality of life through education, wellness, treating and controlling diseases.
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