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.
Wendy Sharp, FNP, is a dedicated family nurse practitioner serving patients throughout Cleveland and Humble, Texas. Ms. Sharp has been with the Calvary Medical Clinic team of providers since 2010, joining the practice and bringing with her over 16 years of education and training. Ms. Sharp boosts over 27 years of experience in the medical field.
Ms. Sharp obtained her Bachelor of Science in nursing at Houston Baptist University and went on to earn her Master of Science in nursing from Texas Women’s University in Houston, Texas.
After beginning her medical career in the Home Healthcare field, Ms. Sharp furthered her work experience at two local Independent School Districts, where she cared for the acute medical incidents of children of all ages, as well as the adult staff and employees, under the title of director/district head nurse.
Shortly before joining Calvary, Ms. Sharp returned to the Home Healthcare field of medicine, where she cared for well over 100 patients and performed her positional duties as the supervising nurse case manager over the staff and employees.
She is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Her years of education, training, and experience with all ages and medical conditions are highly desired, and the team is proud to have her as a dedicated provider with at Calvary Medical Clinic.
To schedule an appointment with Ms. Sharp, call Calvary Medical Clinic, or request an appointment online today.
For over ten years of experience I have been devoted to serving others. Over a long period of time I delivered high quality care through active listening and dedication. Providing patients the maximum health care with the most recent advancement in medicine.
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 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.”
Kristen Garcia, MD PhD
Family Physician
1919 North Loop West
Suite 218
Houston, TX 77008
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Carole Mackavey, Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner 35.7 mi
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.”
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.
Eva Hinojosa, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Eva was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico, and moved to the Rio Grande Valley with her family at age 10. She graduated cum laude from St. Edwards University in Austin with a Bachelor’s in Biology in 2017. Eva received several academic scholarships throughout her academic career and maintained a position on the Dean’s List. After college, she spent her first postgraduate year working in the Emergency department and volunteering at rural clinics in Mexico and Peru. Eva then attained her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley. She is bilingual and motivated to help the Corpus Christi community in their skin needs. Eva’s interest in helping the community and passion for overall skin care is what drove her to pursue a field in dermatology; her interest was further motivated during her clinical rotations. Prior to her arrival at Heights Dermatology, Eva specialized in Internal Medicine in Mcallen, Texas. She is passionate about providing evidence-based care and enjoys staying up to date with new techniques and products out in the market. She prioritizes the importance of patient education and preventative medicine.
Eva received personal training in dermatology from Dr. Alpesh Desai, DO, and Dr. Tejas Desai, DO. She practices in the areas of general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology. Eva is licensed by the Texas Medical Board and certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. In her free time, Eva enjoys exercising, spending time with her loved ones, and traveling.
“I am so blessed to have found this practice! The front desk staff was polite and friendly. The visit with the medical staff was prompt and professional. I felt heard without a doubt! I finally got answers to my skin issues. Thank you!!”
Elizabeth Finsness, or “Liza”, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Dallas, TX.
She graduated from University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She competed on UGA’s NCAA Equestrian team where she was named All-American four years, obtaining a National Championship and two SEC Championship titles. She earned her Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Kentucky. Liza began her dermatology career in south Florida where she practiced general and surgical dermatology for 2 years before moving to Texas. She has since earned the title of Diplomate Fellow as a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
Being a native Floridian, Liza recognizes the importance of skin care and prevention of sun-related ailments. She is passionate about patient education and preventative medicine. She is well versed in medical dermatology as well as surgical dermatology. In her free time, she enjoys riding horses, traveling, exercise, and spending time with family and friends
“I am so blessed to have found this practice! The front desk staff was polite and friendly. The visit with the medical staff was prompt and professional. I felt heard without a doubt! I finally got answers to my skin issues. Thank you!!”
Annie Chang, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Houston.
Annie is originally from the Houston area and attended high school at St. Agnes Academy. She graduated from the University of Texas with a Bachelor of Science and Arts in Nutrition in Business. She obtained her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from UTMB in 2019.
Before completing her graduate studies, she gained hands-on experience working as a clinical care coordinator in hepatology at the Houston Medical Center.
In addition to her background in nutrition, Annie holds a keen interest in skin care and in preventative medicine through lifestyle and diet. Building a strong relationship with every patient is an integral part of her practice. Having received personal training in dermatology from Dr. Alpesh Desai, DO, and Tejas Desai, DO, Annie practices medical dermatology, skin cancer surgeries, and other various skin procedures. Annie regularly pursues her continuing medical education in dermatology to provide the highest quality care for her patients.
She is currently a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, Texas Association of Physician Assistants, and Texas Gulf Coast Physician Assistant Association. In her free time, Annie enjoys cooking, crafting, and spending time with her husband and English bulldog, Rex.
“Annie is very friendly and professional. She takes time to answer any questions or concerns you may have. I'm confident in her diagnosis and treatment(s).”
Zoe Apted, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Houston. Joining the Heights Dermatology team in 2019, Zoe brings incredible expertise.
She graduated Summa Cum Laude from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas, with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. In 2014, she completed a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. After finishing her MPH, she obtained a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Medical Branch in 2016. Zoe received several academic scholarships throughout her academic career and maintained a position on the Dean’s List.
Before completing her graduate studies, Zoe worked in clinical research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City and Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. Additionally, she spent six months volunteering as a medical assistant at a rural hospital in Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala. During this time, she discovered a passion for clinical care, which compelled her to pursue a career in medicine. She previously practiced in obstetrics and gynecology before moving into dermatology, a field of special interest to her. Zoe is currently a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Texas Association of Physician Assistants, and Texas Gulf Coast Physician Assistant Association.
In her free time, Zoe enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children. She lives in the greater Heights area and is excited to serve her community.
Andrea Bowden, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Tomball, Texas. She joined the practice in 2022
Andrea grew up in Round Rock, TX. She graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M University with her Bachelor of Science in Health. She then went on to receive her Master’s of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Medical Branch in 2017. Prior to completing her graduate studies, Andrea worked as a medical assistant in dermatology which motivated her to focus her sights on becoming a dermatology PA.
Prior to her arrival at Heights Dermatology, Andrea specialized in gastroenterology at UTMB in League City, TX. She has received personal training in dermatology from Dr. Alpesh Desai, DO, and Dr. Tejas Desai, DO. She practices in the areas of general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology. Andrea has a passion for providing a positive bed-side manner to formulate a diagnosis. Her goal is to actively collaborate with her patients to come up with an effective treatment plan that works for each individual patient.
Andrea is licensed by the Texas Medical Board and certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Texas Association of Physician Assistants, and the Texas Gulf Coast PA Association. In her free time, Andrea enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, being active, and spending time with her family, friends, and dog Norah.
“I am so blessed to have found this practice! The front desk staff was polite and friendly. The visit with the medical staff was prompt and professional. I felt heard without a doubt! I finally got answers to my skin issues. Thank you!!”