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.
Lowell Phipps, M.D. is Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
God led me to be a practicing physician.
I was born in Southern CA, and moved to Texas when I started high school. I have been here ever since.
In my spare time, I enjoy being with my family, participating in my church and watching/playing any kind of sport.
I have 6 children. I live where I work. I like to be involved with the community where my patients reside and I am interested in community affairs.
Brandi Burnett is a board certified family nurse practitioner with 6 years of experience all spent in community health. Brandi is a Master’s level graduate from the University of Texas at Arlington. She worked as a nurse for 8 years prior to becoming a nurse practitioner. She is a member of the American Associations of Nurse Practitioners and has a certificate in nurse education. Community health is her passion and where she feels she can make the biggest impact. Brandi is an East Texas native but resides in Dallas/Fort Worth area now with her husband and 3 children. She enjoys spending time with her family, live music, beach vacations and fitness.
“Brandi was great & showed concern for my needs & took all my vitals & I got my blood pressure pills I needed for the month. I have an appointment to return next month.”
Dr. Niti Randhawa is a Board Certified in Family Medicine and has been a practicing physician for 20 years. She is a proud native of Plano, Texas where she graduated from Plano Senior High School in 1988. She did her undergraduate training in pre-med at Baylor University in Waco, Texas where she earned a BA in Biology in 1992. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio in 1996 where she was classmates with Dr. Chrisette Dharma. She then completed her residency in family medicine in 1999 at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, one of the most prestigious family medicine programs in the state of Texas.
Dr. Randhawa chose medicine as her lifelong calling at a very early age when it became clear that she had a deep desire to help others, especially those who suffered from illness and disease. Throughout her medical training and career, she developed a deep interest in combining traditional, natural medicine with proven complementary and alternative methods for healing. She continues to study and pursue this exciting side of medicine, because she feels strongly that both sides are necessary for helping patients to achieve optimal health and well-being. After completing her medical training, Dr. Randhawa was honored to work with a well known Complementary and Alternative Medicine physician in North Texas to hone in on this cutting edge aspect of medicine. Dr. Randhawa brings her insight and training to Southwest Family Medicine Associates so we can continue to offer our patients the most advanced medicine.
When Dr. Randhawa is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, her son, and her dog, a 200-pound Great Dane. She enjoys traveling, exercising, playing the piano and has an ongoing quest and thirst for knowledge.
Empower your health with Dr. Shari Spitzer. Dr. Spitzer is a board-certified family physician whose career has spanned more than 25 years guiding patients through recovery from cardiac surgery, coronary artery stenting, and post-myocardial infarctions using the power of exercise. As she observed how lifestyle changes positively impacted her patients' overall health, Dr. Spitzer decided to pursue the field of lifestyle medicine.
Now fully certified in both family medicine and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Spitzer is passionate about providing holistic healthcare and lending her expertise to Southwest Mind & Body Care in Dallas, TX. She leads a team of holistic wellness specialists using clinically proven therapeutic lifestyle interventions alongside natural medicine to treat and prevent chronic conditions. Dr. Spitzer is ready to help you make some positive changes to your health and wellness. She can help set goals and make life-changing choices.
When she’s not helping patients, Dr. Spitzer is exercising, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family.
“Sharing I thoroughly enjoyed my visit. I've learned for a holistic experience that takes insurance for years and you answered my prayers. Looking forward to all of my improvements healthwise.
Johnny Croon.”
Dr. Prachi Thapar is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and a DFW native. She grew up in Flower Mound, TX, and graduated from Washington University in St. Louis. She completed her medical school education at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth. Subsequently, Dr. Thapar completed her Family Medicine residency at UT Southwestern in Dallas, where she developed a robust clinical background and a deep understanding of patient care.
She became a Family Medicine doctor as it provided the opportunity to be on the frontline of preventive healthcare, working as a part of a collaborative effort to establish long-lasting relationships with patients of all ages and diverse backgrounds to understand their unique narratives. Her commitment to her patients goes beyond mere treatment; she strives to empower them and to work together towards a shared vision of equitable health and well-being.
Dr. Thapar also has a strong interest in structured healthcare advocacy efforts and is dedicated to addressing health disparities and promoting inclusive care that respects and acknowledges the varied experiences and needs of her patients.
In her free time, Dr. Thapar is an avid dancer and amateur painter. She enjoys reading the latest mystery novels, attempting to solve challenging crossword puzzles, and traveling.
“Dr. Thapar is the best Dr. ever, she is very knowledgeable, patient and will listen to all of your concerns. I am glad that I was referred to her, I was hesitant at first because she was a new Dr for me, but I am glad that she's my PCP and I am not going anywhere else.”
Dr. Monica Ramirez is a Dallas native who has just completed her residency at UT Health San Antonio.She is excited to be back in Dallas and thrilled to be joining Southwest Family Medicine Associates.
Dr. Ramirez pursued Family Medicine as it allows her to form trusting and long-lasting relationships with patients and their family members. She is a strong believer of the “whole person” approach which is at the heart of family medicine and an advocate of education and preventive medicine.
“Dr. Ramirez was welcoming, friendly, attentive, and really listened and I felt seen in a medical setting g. That has not happened in a very long time. I’m looking forward to my next visit.”
A graduate of UT San Antonio, “Dr. J” (as she is known to her patients) joined us in 2004. Dr. Jaiswal heads our care coordination and outreach program that ensures the highest quality of care and customer service. She gets much joy in caring for those who are in need, and is known for her loving and compassionate bedside manners, especially when caring for the elderly. Her clinical emphasis is on managing hypertension and heart disease. Outside of work Dr Jaiswal enjoys spending time with family and friends.
“Dr. Jaiswal is an exceptional doctor who stands out as the best we could ever have. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a talented, informative, and caring physician in our family. Her dedication to patient care is evident, and we truly appreciate her commitment. It’s clear that patient well-being is her top priority, and we learn a lot from her approach.”
Sarah Ashitey, MD is board certified in Family Medicine and provides comprehensive care both for the individual and family. She brings a patient-centered personal touch into every encounter and believes that each patient’s unique story is central to the healing process and path to wholeness and wellbeing.
She obtained her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas and completed her residency at the esteemed John Peter Smith Hospital residency program. It is here that she gained the tools needed for broad spectrum family medicine as well as an unparalleled experience in procedural training.
Consequently Dr. Ashitey is able to offer her patients a wide array of services from her skill set including but not limited to chronic disease management, joint injections and dry needling, laser therapy and hormone therapy.
She heads up the Sexual Healing and Wellness programs at Southwest Family where we offer Adam and Eve packages using laser and PRP shots for Penile Enhancement and Vaginal Rejuvenation.
Dr. Sarah has an integrative philosophical background, so she works with the whole person to combine meds, and other natural modalities to get the best results.
In her spare time, she enjoys storytelling, travel, and playing tennis. She has a special interest in community health and development and lends her time outside of clinical hours to community-based research and various community health initiatives.
“She always takes such incredible care of me! You can truly feel her warmth & her passion. She takes such thoughtful care of listening to her patients and going above and beyond to make sure they leave in a better condition than when they arrived. Such an honor to have her as my doctor. God bless!”
Dr. Prachi Thapar is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and a DFW native. She grew up in Flower Mound, TX, and graduated from Washington University in St. Louis. She completed her medical school education at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth. Subsequently, Dr. Thapar completed her Family Medicine residency at UT Southwestern in Dallas, where she developed a robust clinical background and a deep understanding of patient care.
She became a Family Medicine doctor as it provided the opportunity to be on the frontline of preventive healthcare, working as a part of a collaborative effort to establish long-lasting relationships with patients of all ages and diverse backgrounds to understand their unique narratives. Her commitment to her patients goes beyond mere treatment; she strives to empower them and to work together towards a shared vision of equitable health and well-being.
Dr. Thapar also has a strong interest in structured healthcare advocacy efforts and is dedicated to addressing health disparities and promoting inclusive care that respects and acknowledges the varied experiences and needs of her patients.
In her free time, Dr. Thapar is an avid dancer and amateur painter. She enjoys reading the latest mystery novels, attempting to solve challenging crossword puzzles, and traveling.
“Dr. Thapar is the best Dr. ever, she is very knowledgeable, patient and will listen to all of your concerns. I am glad that I was referred to her, I was hesitant at first because she was a new Dr for me, but I am glad that she's my PCP and I am not going anywhere else.”
Prachi Thapar, DO
Family Physician
8877 Harry Hines Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75235
4.82(203)
4.84
(480)
Dr. Chrisette Dharmagunaratne, MD
Family Physician 28.2 mi
After completing her residency in 1999 at St. Paul’s Hospital in Dallas, Dr. Dharma single handedly grew her small medical practice into Southwest Family Medicine Associates (SFMA). As the medical director, she brings her passion for innovative and cutting edge technology to the practice, and worked to secure recognition of SFMA as a “medical home” from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)-an elite accreditation which only 1,500 clinics in the nation hold. Dr. Dharma has a “no stone left unturned” philosophy to medicine, which has earned her a strong following of patients. She also believes that prevention is the key to good health, which lead her to establish our on-site wellness center in 2014. Her dedication to medicine is represented by the multiple board positions she holds, including president of her local chapter to being on the board of the national Texas of Physicians- (TAFP). As an associate clinical faculty member at UT Southwestern, she has taught medical student for over 15 years. In her spare time, she enjoys cross-fit, Capoeira martial arts, and spending time with ther family.
“I finally felt heard at a doctors appointment. Dr Dharma listened to me and validated my concerns and feelings. I walked away with a plan and not just prescriptions.”
Dr. Albert Boyd is a leading family physician treating patients in Dallas County at his practice, Albert Boyd, MD., PA in Desoto, Texas. Dr. Boyd provides treatment for a variety of health conditions including diabetes, anemia, yeast infections, arthritis, dementia, osteoporosis, asthma, and high blood pressure. Dr. Boyd gives comprehensive care for patients of all ages and is known for his gentle approach and thorough evaluation techniques. He treats his patients like part of the family and always greets them with a smile.
Dr. Boyd earned his medical degree at the University of Ibadan, College of Medicine. He went on to serve his residency at the University of Texas, Southwestern. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the Dallas County Medical Society.
Dr. Boyd has been taking care of patients in Desoto for over 10 years and fosters long-lasting relationships with his patients. Dr. Boyd is looking forward to meeting new patients and accepts most major forms of insurance.
Charter Medical Center is a comprehensive family medicine practice in Dallas, Texas. At the helm of the health care and prevention clinic is Oladele (Dele) Olusanya, MD, who is passionate about the prevention, reversal, and management of chronic illnesses. The goal of the clinic is to provide an all-in-one place for families to prioritize and optimize their health. Dr. Olusanya sees all members of your family at every age and every stage. Charter Medical Center’s motto is “A Higher Standard of Care,” and you’ll know it the minute you step in the door.
Primary services offered at Charter Medical Center include all aspects of family medicine and outpatient physician services, women’s health care, pediatrics, mental health diagnosis and care, dermatology, physicals, cancer screening, weight loss, and immunizations. To save you time and money, the clinic offers in-house laboratory testing and an on-location pharmacy.
Dr. Olusanya and his experienced, friendly, compassionate, and multilingual staff welcome you to the practice. Located near the Methodist Charlton Medical Center in south Dallas, Charter Medical Center also houses the prestigious Charter Art Center, which offers a permanent exhibition of brilliant, original artwork
Andrea Beavers, PA-C, finds great happiness in providing quality healthcare while making luxury services easily accessible at her practice, Star Treatment Healthcare Services and Med Spa in Dallas, Texas.
Mrs. Beavers shapes her professional life around the belief that everyone deserves access to the best medical treatment. She delivers exceptional services for her patients that starts with listening to their concerns and needs.
Each patient has unique needs when they come to Star Treatment Healthcare Services and Med Spa. That's why Mrs. Beavers works with each patient to customize a treatment plan that helps support their health goals.
Education plays an important role in Mrs. Beavers' dedication to integrative patient care. She began her studies at Texas A&M University-Commerce, earning her Bachelor of Science in Health Education. Next, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at Arlington. Mrs. Beavers went on to achieve her Master of Physician Assistant from Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS), which prepared her for a wonderful career in healthcare.
For the past 13 years, Mrs. Beavers has worked as a physician assistant. Her professional experiences include working in areas such as family medicine, internal medicine, infectious disease, medical weight loss, as well as long-term acute care.
At Star Treatment Healthcare Services and Med Spa, Mrs. Beavers offers aesthetic medicine along with primary care to optimize your health and well-being. While delivering luxury services for your health and well-being, she believes it’s equally important to prioritize primary and preventative care.
When she’s not researching ways to optimize her patients’ care, Mrs. Beavers enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her husband and their three children.
She is grateful to be in a profession she’s truly passionate about, and wishes to share her expertise in healthcare to improve your quality of life.
Ricardo J. Martinez, MD, is the founder and medical director of ABC Medical Center. He is proud to provide a wide range of primary care and family medicine services to patients of all ages in Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Martinez was born in Guadalajara, Mexico, and he started his medical studies at the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Zapopan, Mexico. He then pursued specialized medical training and completed a residency in family medicine at Texas Southern University in Houston. He obtained his Texas Medical Board certification in family practice in 1995.
He takes an integrative approach to care and ensures each patient receives plenty of time during appointments. Dr. Martinez always answers patients’ questions about their condition and educates them on ways to improve their health.
He looks forward to meeting new patients and welcomes them to ABC Medical Center. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Martinez, call the office or book a consultation online today.
“Lamentablemente no puedo calificar bien la consulta con el Dr Ricardo Martinez ya que nunca llegó a la consulta, mi cita era a las 11:00 am, llegué a las 10:20 am hice el registro a tiempo, sin embargo a las 11:10 am le pregunté a la Srta Wendy a qué horas me iban atender, me dijo ya le informo, sin embargo pasaron otros pacientes y yo aún esperando, hasta las 12:00 pm que me pasaron con la enfermera, no recuerdo su nombre la verdad, pero era de nacionalidad cubana y quería hacerme todo muy rápido, de hecho había un formulario que no llene por desconocimiento, ya que es primera vez que uso el seguro acá en este país y ella me dijo deme yo lleno eso debe ser rápido, también tengo que medirle y pesarla, honestamente no me sentí a gusto con el trato, ya que si vas a una consulta médica esperas una atención amable, de ahi me mandaron a pasar a otro consultorio donde pase más de 40 minutos para que llegara un Dra que me hizo unas preguntas de rutina y su evaluación física fue colocarme el estetoscopio en el corazón por encima de la ropa e igualmente en la espalda, me indicó unas pastillas y ya, después llegó la bionalista a tómame la muestra de sangre para los exámenes médicos, ella fue muy amable y tuvo mucha empatía conmigo. Fui a la consulta el día Miércoles 02/03, ese mismo día en la noche voy a la farmacia y resulta que no enviaron mi prescripción médica, llamé el Jueves en la mañana según iban a enviar nuevamente la prescripción y cuando llegó a la farmacia en la tarde nuevamente me dicen que no tenían ninguna prescripción a mi nombre, vuelvo a llamar el viernes en la mañana y la Srta que me atendió me dijo: que no habían enviado mi prescripción que lo iba a hacer en ese momento, fue el hasta el Viernes que lo hicieron, desde mi experiencia muy mal servicio por parte del personal del centro médico. Hasta la fecha no he recibido los resultados de los laboratorios y según ellos los enviaron a la aplicación que tengo del seguro.”
Dr. Ricardo Martinez, md
Family Physician
8 Medical Parkway Plaza 2
Suite 106
Dallas, TX 75234
4.53(132)
5.0
(3)
Dr. Michael Tran, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgeon 29.4 mi
Michael V. Tran, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist and certified wound care specialist in Arlington and Dallas, Texas. With 20 years of experience, Dr. Tran serves the Dallas-Ft. Worth & Arlington, using a broad range of innovative foot and ankles treatments. From everyday foot and ankle ailment and trauma to diabetic and wound care.
Dr. Tran first completed his undergraduate studies at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas. After graduating he enrolled in Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. Upon graduation, Dr. Tran completed a three-year foot and ankle medicine and surgery residency in Pennsylvania and Ohio, where he treated thousands of complex foot and ankle disorders. He later sought advanced training in ankle arthroscopy, foot and ankle reconstruction, trauma, and complex deformity correction utilizing the Ilizarov External Fixation Method—used to treat a breadth of bone and soft tissue problems in patients.
With a strong interest in diabetic limb salvage, Charcot reconstruction, sports medicine, and flat foot correction, Dr. Tran ultimately continued his education and became a board-certified wound care specialist, giving him the skill and experience to treat his patients with the highest quality care possible.
Despite working on extremely complex cases, Dr. Tran treats every patient with the utmost care and respect. Whether they arrive at his office with an ingrown toenail or a complicated ankle deformity, Dr. Tran creates the perfect individualized treatment plan for any foot and ankle ailment.
Dr. Tran is always acquiring new techniques to treat his patients and shorten their recovery time. That’s why he created a new stem cell therapy technique for bunion surgery that leaves patients with minimal scarring. Under Dr. Tran’s care, patients can rest assured that they are in good hands.
Yasir Ahmed, MD, is a dual-board certified internal and family medicine specialist at MyHomeDoc Telehealth, where he offers online virtual doctor appointments to patients across Texas.
Dr. Ahmed is a compassionate and highly skilled medical doctor who is deeply committed to the well-being of his patients. With a strong background in internal and family medicine, he provides a comprehensive approach and ensures that his patients receive the highest quality care.
Dr. Ahmed earned his Doctor of Medicine from Ross University School of Medicine in Miramar, Florida. After graduating, he completed his internal and family medicine residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia, where he was chief resident.
Dr. Ahmed’s dedication to staying up-to-date with the latest medical advancements and his emphasis on patient education make him a trusted healthcare provider in his community. His warm and empathetic approach to patient care has earned him the respect and gratitude of patients and colleagues.
Dr. Ahmed is adept at managing a wide range of medical conditions and collaborating effectively with a patient-centric approach to ensure his patients feel comfortable and informed during their medical journey.
“Dr. Yasir Ahmad is incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to answer all my questions. His service and follow-up with the pharmacy were speedy. I was able to pick up the medication at my local pharmacy within a couple of hours.
I highly recommend him!”
Dr. Yasir Ahmed, MD
Internist
1910 Pacific Ave
Suite 2000 #1389
Dallas, TX 75201
Dr. Umejei is a board-certified family physician specializing in comprehensive weight loss and metabolic care. She takes a personalized approach to health, focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes, nutritional optimization, and evidence-based treatments to help patients achieve their wellness and weight management goals. Whether you’re looking to improve your metabolism, manage chronic conditions, or achieve lasting weight loss, Dr. Nzenwa combines medical expertise with compassionate care to guide you every step of the way.
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