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Haala Hai, DO, is board-certified in family medicine and sees patients of all ages. At Healthy Horizons Clinic in Pasadena, Texas, she hopes to treat her patients with utmost regard and care. 

Dr. Hai received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She then received her medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center-Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her family medicine residency at Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program in Houston, Texas. 

Her clinical interests include women's health, nutritional counseling, and preventive medicine. She also provides care for acute and chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, anxiety/depression, and arthritis.

Dr. Hai enjoys building long-term relationships with her patients and considers herself a partner in their care and well-being. She has experience with the most current family medicine evidence-based practices and urgent care procedures. Dr. Hai has also participated in research in clinic flow management and breast cancer.

In her spare time, Dr. Hai enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors.

Dr. Chinh Pham MD completed his residency and his fellowship at John Peter Smith Medical Center, Dallas - Fort Worth TX. He has been practicing since 2003. ​ Beyond being an expert on the latest aesthetic treatments, Dr. Chinh Pham is American Board Certified in Aesthetic Medicine, Family Medicine, as well as in Emergency Medicine. You can be well assured that when undergoing a procedure at Luminance Health & Beauty Clinic, you will be under the best care available.

Mitzi Laughlin, PhD joined Houston Methodist in 2022 and made an immediate impact in Orthopedic research. She is a former athletic trainer who worked at Alief Hastings High School and Rice University. After earning her doctorate from the University of Houston she began working at NASA treating astronauts after injuries or spaceflight to the International Space Station (ISS). In 2016, she was awarded a 5-year, million dollar grant to study the time course of muscle atrophy during ISS missions. Currently, the focus of her research includes quantifying patient outcomes following orthopedic surgery and identifying factors that determine individual variations in return to sports and training.

Vital Clinic and Spa's founder, Harman Buttar, MD completed her training in Family Medicine at The Methodist Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program in Houston, Texas. She is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM). Encountered with health struggles in her immediate family, Dr. Buttar began to look into the role of environmental and biochemical factors in determining overall health and response to medical treatments. This interest lead her on a path to train in Functional Medicine through the American Academy of Functional Medicine (AAFM) and The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM). Recognizing the importance of a multi-faceted and personalized approach to wellness and vitality, Vital Clinic and Spa was created to provide customized services in functional medicine, primary care, preventative care, mental health, skin care, diet, and weight management.

Dr. Hammad Qureshi is a board-certified family physician and the founder of Creekside Wellness Centre, where he focuses on aesthetic medicine, advanced wellness optimization, medical weight management, and hormone therapy. With a passion for helping patients look, feel, and perform at their best, Dr. Qureshi blends evidence-based medicine with cutting-edge treatments to deliver personalized care that goes beyond traditional healthcare. His approach emphasizes restoring balance—from optimizing hormones and metabolic health to enhancing natural aesthetics—so patients can achieve sustainable energy, confidence, and long-term vitality. Through a comprehensive, patient-centered model, he integrates body composition analysis, lifestyle strategies, and targeted therapies to create results that are both clinically effective and visibly transformative.

Timothy Carder, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician at New Wave Physicians Group in Spring, Texas. Dr. Carder enjoys caring for patients of all ages and medical conditions. 

A native Texan, he was born in Dallas, Texas, and grew up in Bogata, Texas, a rural agricultural community in Northeast Texas. Dr. Carder received his medical degree from Texas A&M Health Science Center in College Station, Texas, and completed his family medicine residency at Texas Tech Health Science Center of the Permian Basin in Odessa, Texas. 

He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and a member of the Texas Medical Association, American Medical Association, and Harris County Medical Society. 

An advocate in health and wellness, Dr. Carder is an active runner and enjoys participating in various running events, from 5Ks to marathons. He loves animals and has a special place in his heart for his late dog of more than 18 years, Skipper.

Dr. Dilawar Ajani is a dedicated and experienced internist based in Houston, Texas, committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care to adults at every stage of life. With a strong background in internal medicine, Dr. Ajani focuses on preventive care, early diagnosis, and effective management of both acute and chronic conditions. His clinical approach emphasizes listening closely to patients, understanding their unique health concerns, and developing personalized treatment plans that promote long-term wellness.

Dr. Ajani has extensive experience managing complex medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease, while also prioritizing routine health maintenance and preventive screenings. Known for his compassionate bedside manner and attention to detail, he strives to build lasting relationships with his patients, empowering them to take an active role in their health.

Serving the greater Houston area, Dr. Ajani is dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in a supportive and welcoming environment. His goal is to help patients achieve optimal health, improve their quality of life, and feel confident in their care every step of the way.

Hammad Zaidi, MD, is an experienced family medicine physician at A&U Family Medicine in Sugar Land, Texas. He develops trust with patients and works hard to understand their unique situations and life events. He uses courteous, comprehensive, and respectful medical care when treating patients of all ages.

Dr. Zaidi completed his residency in family medicine at the Oklahoma University School of Medicine, Tulsa Campus. He is board-certified in family medicine and maintains his advanced credentials to stay up to date with the latest advances in medicine.

Patients with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, congestive heart failure, asthma, allergies, obesity, and other chronic diseases can turn to Dr. Zaidi and his team for advanced, premium care.

He provides state-of-the-art diagnostic tests, joint injections, immunizations, hormone therapy, sick visits, and wellness exams. Patients feel comfortable with him, as Dr. Zaidi is approachable and personalizes treatment plans based on each patient’s unique needs. He offers travel medicine for patients who have difficulty getting to his office.

Dr. Zaidi is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and the University of Houston Tilman J. Fertitta Family School of Medicine. Additionally, he is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, CHI St. Luke's Hospital, and Memorial Hermann Hospital.

In his free time, Dr. Zaidi enjoys spending time with his wife and two beautiful children. He feels privileged to serve the Sugar Land community and is available after hours for added patient convenience.

Dr. Zaidi is now a designated Civil Surgeon by USCIS. He currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.

About Andrea D’Gama

Andrea D’Gama, FNP, joined Katy Rheumatology in 2020, and under the supervision of Dr. Chimata, has dedicated her time caring for patients’ with rheumatological conditions. She has over 5 years of experience as a FNP, and more than 20 years as a registered nurse. All of this experience has enabled Andrea to follow her passion of managing patients with chronic rheumatological conditions. 

Andrea earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from India and then went on to earn her Master of Science in nursing as a family nurse practitioner from Texas Woman’s University in Houston.  She can speak up to 5 languages, English, Hindi, Urdu, Tamil, Kannada. 

She has called Texas her home for the past 21 years, most of which in the West Houston Area. Andrea is more than just a Nurse Practitioner, she is a loving wife, and mother. In her past time, she enjoys cooking, baking, traveling, tasting new foods, and caring for her family.

Kiran Farheen, MD, is a triple board-certified physician in internal medicine, rheumatology, and obesity medicine, proudly serving the Katy, Texas community. With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Farheen is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Dr. Farheen earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. She completed her residency in internal medicine and fellowship in rheumatology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, where she trained under leading experts and conducted advanced research in ankylosing spondylitis. Before establishing her own practice, Dr. Farheen served as an Assistant Professor of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunogenetics for five years.

Committed to lifelong learning, Dr. Farheen views each patient encounter as an opportunity to grow and refine her approach. She believes in guiding and empowering patients to achieve their best possible health outcomes. Drawing from her experiences as a mother, daughter, wife, and sister, Dr. Farheen strives to connect with each patient on a personal level, treating them as individuals rather than just their diagnoses.

Recognizing the profound impact that chronic diseases can have on every aspect of life, Dr. Farheen is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. 

Robert Johnston, MD, is a primary care physician at Jacinto Medical Group in La Porte, Texas. He has been treating patients around Texas for more than 30 years, specializing in family medicine.

Residing in Texas for more than three decades, Dr. Johnston graduated from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, in 1987. After earning his doctorate in medicine, Dr. Johnston completed his family practice residency at Methodist San Jacinto Hospital in Baytown, Texas, in 1990.

Dr. Johnston knew early on in his medical career that he wanted to practice family medicine. As a primary care physician, he is able to see patients of all ages, from many different backgrounds. While he diagnoses and treats a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses, Dr. Johnston’s treatment plans typically focus on overall health, wellness, and prevention.

Dedicated to his primary care patients, Dr. Johnston belongs to a number of medical organizations, including the Harris County Medical Society, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and the Texas Medical Association.

A sought-after doctor in the La Porte community, Dr. Johnston is always excited to take on new patients.