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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS:

• Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner
• Adult Nurse Practitioner

HOSPITALS:

• Medical City McKinney

EDUCATION:

• Graduate School, Master of Science in Adult Nurse Practitioner:  Texas Womens University, Dallas, TX
• Undergraduate, Bachelor of Science in Nursing:  Dallas Baptist Univeristy, Dallas, TX

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• American Associate Nurse Practitioners (2013-present)
• North Texas Nurse Practitioners (2013-present)
• American Board of Cardiovascular

Bryan Weddle, DC, is chiropractor who has been helping people heal from musculoskeletal injuries for over 21 years. Dr. Weddle specializes in the active release technique at Liberty HealthCare, with offices in Grapevine, Mesquite, and Plano, Texas. 

Dr. Weddle received his doctorate in chiropractic at Parker University in 1995. He is certified in the active release technique, which uses non-invasive methods to treat soft tissue and overuse injuries. While Dr. Weddle utilizes several different methods to ease pain, he is especially skilled in performing spinal manipulation under anesthesia.

At Liberty HealthCare, Dr. Weddle has extensive training and experience in rehabilitation involving the hand, elbow, spine, shoulder, knee, and foot. He can provide cervical and lumbar disc decompression, as well as chiropractic care for nerve impingement injuries, herniated discs, and sciatica. 

Dr. Weddle focuses on providing high-quality, comprehensive care to address an array of pain conditions. Combined with his friendly demeanor and compassionate care, he is always ready to help answer any questions his patients have and provide them with the answers they need.
Dr. Weddle is here to help, and every step of the way, you have his reassurance and expert guidance. 

Janet Strait, FNP-BC, is a family nurse practitioner who specializes in occupational medicine and auto accident injuries at Liberty HealthCare. Janet enjoys working with patients in Grapevine, Mesquite, and Plano, Texas, and delivering them the thoughtful care they deserve. 

Janet has been working in the healthcare industry since 1973. She received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from Texas Woman’s University. After graduating, she went on to teach nursing at Texas Christian University. She then completed her nurse practitioner program at The University of Texas at Arlington. 

At Liberty HealthCare, Janet is driven to provide exceptional care for her patients. With her warm and welcoming bedside manner, she offers patients the individualized attention they require to heal and recover well.

Janet has been caring for patients in Texas since 1996, and enjoys the experiences and relationships she has formed with the community. She welcomes all local residents to Liberty HealthCare for chiropractic care.

Through attentive listening , thoughtful and active engaging of my patients in their health I am providing evidence based medicine . I started practicing medicine more then 20 years ago and last 12 of those years was helping people of Arkansas to have healthier life.

Sherrie Hoover, RNC-FNP completed her Master of Science in Nursing in 2012 at Texas Women’s University and has been a Nurse Practitioner for 10 years. She has lived in the Rockwall area since 2007. Sherrie is a true caregiver and has been in Nursing for over 20 years. Sherrie chose family practice because she enjoys treating patients of all ages. She is passionate about preventive health, pediatrics, geriatrics, and women’s health. Sherrie also carries multiple certifications in cosmetic injectables. In her free time, Sherrie enjoys traveling, volunteering and spending time with her husband and 2 boys. She is currently welcoming new patients and accepts most insurance plans.

Tara grew up in Norman, OK moving to Texas to attend Baylor University where she received her Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. Upon graduation, she worked in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Medical City Children's Hospital. Tara earned her Master's Degree in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington where she was an MSN Academic Scholar. Tara is completed her Doctorate of Nursing Practice at Duke University in 2017 graduating at the top of her class. She lives near White Rock Lake with her family. Tara is bilingual and enjoys seeing patients across the lifespan. She feels that preventive care is vital in the reduction of chronic illnesses. Tara, also, has more than 16 years experience in aesthetics. She performs cosmetic injections including Botox and dermal fillers.

 Neil Verma, MD

As the Chief Medical Officer of Integrative Pain Institute Dr. Verma develops comprehensive programs and medical protocols to address and treat the inflammation and injuries that cause pain. Dr. Verma’s expertise and training allows Integrative Pain Institute to offer effective treatments for spine, joint, muscle, tendon, and nerve conditions suffered by men and women of Dallas. By creating safe protocols and teaching the clinical team Dr. Verma instils values of integrity, professionalism, excellence, and commitment to the practice so that patients reach their optimal health. 

As a Pain Management and Sports Medicine Physician, Dr. Verma utilizes various imaging studies, astute physical examinations, and ultrasound guided procedures to accurately diagnose and treat pain and injuries. Using telemedicine, Dr. Verma’s focus is to provide comprehensive care to patients in order to identify and manage the root cause of pain. This includes a combination of medications, injections, and physical therapy that is provided in a team environment alongside Chiropractors, Spine Surgeons, Interventional Pain Specialists, and Primary Care Physicians. 

In 2019 Dr. Verma attended a Harvard Medical School accredited CME Course "Sports Medicine 2019”. The program agenda was to provide State-of-the-Art Approaches to Optimize the Diagnosis, Treatment, Rehabilitation, and Prevention of Sports Injuries. Dr. Verma also participated in a limited availability workshop to update his knowledge of Ultrasound and the most recent advances in Regenerative Medicine guided by leading experts from Harvard Medical School as well as from the following Boston’s professional sports teams: Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, New England Revolution and New England Patriots. Dr. Verma looks forward to better serving the community of patients with active lifestyles, weekend warriors, and elite athletes and being at the forefront of Regenerative Medicine. 

Dr. Verma has 10+ years experience practicing Emergency Medicine, Pain and Injury Management. Dr. Verma has also been teaching medicine to young physicians for most of his career as he is also Adjunct Clinical Professor of Family Medicine for McMaster University. Dr. Verma is able to offer advanced treatment plans that can help patients suffering find immediate and long lasting pain relief. Dr. Verma’s goal is to safely return the injured individual, worker, or athlete, back to his or her prior level of function, productivity, or performance. Dr. Verma is a trustworthy physician that practices evidence-based medicine and is committed to attaining successful outcomes in his patients. 


Education 
2015-present: CPSO Change of Scope: Pain Management 
2014: Adjunct Clinical Professor of Family Medicine, McMaster University 
2007: Emergency Medicine, McGill University 
2006: Family Medicine, McGill University 
2004: Doctor of Medicine, University of Toronto 
2000: Honors Bachelor’s of Science, University of Toronto 

Major Conferences Attended: 
2019: Harvard Medical School, Sports Medicine 
2019: Harvard Medical School, Regenerative Medicine Shoulders and Knees 
2019: North York General Emergency Medicine 
2019: Critical Care Imaging Interpretation 
2018: Carelton Sports Medicine Workshop 
2018: OMA Sports Medicine 
2017: Trauma Care and Diagnostic Imaging 
2017: Lab Director CME Course Program 
2017: Regional Anesthesia: Ultrasound Guided Pain Injections 
2017: Integrative Pain Management 
2016: Science and Clinical Lab Expo 
2016: American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians 
2016: Institute of Functional Medicine 
2016: American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine 
2016: Texas Pain Society 
2016: Texpro Chiropractic Conference 
2016: American Academy of Pain Management 
2016: American Medical Society for Sports Medicine 
2015: PainWeek 
2015: American Funcation Medicine Association Conference 
2015: Diabetes Update

Dr. Verma instills values of integrity, professionalism, excellence and commitment to his practice so that he may guide each and every one of them towards optimal health.  

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

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.

Dr Skinner, a life long resident of North Texas, graduated with honors from Abilene Christian University, with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas where he received his Doctor of Medicine degree. Following medical school, he completed a residency in Family Medicine from Texas Tech Health Science Center in Lubbock. Dr Skinner specializes in family medicine, and has experience in advanced wound care and hyperbaric medicine, emergent and urgent care, occupational medicine, and physical medicine and rehab, and esthetics. His goal is to help patients live happy, healthy, active lives at any age by promoting healthy lifestyles. Dr Skinner is married and has three sons. He enjoys spending time with his family, outdoor activities, and being involved with his local church community.