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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.

Michelle Fredricks, MD, is a board-certified primary care physician caring for patients around Baytown, Texas, at Jacinto Medical Group. Practicing for more than 20 years, Dr. Fredricks is dedicated to working with all ages, ensuring that she can treat patients at any stage during their life.

Passionate about helping others throughout college, Dr. Fredricks enrolled in the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio after receiving her bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Houston, earning her doctorate in medicine in 1995.

Now a longtime Baytown resident, it comes as no surprise that Dr. Fredricks completed her residency in the city she loves, at Houston Methodist Hospital, now Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital. After finishing her residency in 1998, Dr. Fredricks enthusiastically joined Jacinto Medical Group, where she practices to this day.

Dr. Fredricks continues to enjoy treating patients in one of the oldest and largest multispecialty clinics in Texas’ East Harris County.

She is a member of a number of professional medical organizations, including the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the Texas Medical Association.

When she isn’t seeing patients, Dr. Fredricks loves martial arts, scuba diving, Nebraska football, and spending time with her family.

Rafael Pardo, MD, FAAFP, is a board-certified primary care physician at Jacinto Medical Group in Baytown, Texas. He has been practicing medicine in clinics all over the world for more than 40 years.

A native of Spain, Dr. Pardo graduated from the University of Zaragoza in 1976, with a licentiate in medicine and surgery. Dr. Pardo made the move to Amarillo, Texas, to complete his family practice residency at the Texas Tech University Health Science Center, where he treated patients from 1978-81.

Dr. Pardo has always loved family medicine, as it allows him to treat a variety of illnesses and medical conditions while working with patients of all ages. He strives to exert a positive influence on his patients, answering their questions in an informative manner and making them feel comfortable in a warm environment.

After living in Texas for more than 40 years, Dr. Pardo belongs to a number of prominent medical organizations, including the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Harris County Academy of Family Physicians, the Harris County Medical Society, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and the Texas Medical Association.

Dr. Pardo is an extrovert who loves interacting with patients. He is committed to providing high-quality care to each patient that walks into his office. He speaks English and Spanish. Outside of work, Dr. Pardo loves to spend time with his wife, a registered nurse, and their three children.

Joseph Goin, MD, is a general practice physician, board-certified in pediatrics and family medicine. He treats patients at Calvary Urgent Care in Humble, Texas. 

For the last 16 years, Dr. Goin has served as the clinic’s medical director, providing strong leadership to the qualified and caring team of medical professionals in all primary care areas, including pediatrics, family medicine, nutritional counseling, obstetrics, and gynecology.

After earning his doctorate, Dr. Goin completed his residency training at Chicago's University of Illinois and Michael Reese hospitals in Chicago, Illinois. His professional experience includes working in a diverse mix of clinics and hospitals and holding various leadership positions.

In addition to his current roles as medical director and doctor at Calvary Urgent Care, Dr. Goin is the medical director of the Calvary Medical Clinic in Humble, Cleveland, and Livingston, Texas. There, he provides urgent care services. 

Dr. Goin looks forward to working with new and existing patients at his practices.

Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner Brittany Reynolds, DNP, joined the team of exceptional providers at Calvary Medical Clinic in 2017, bringing her own exceptional training and experience to the team. Ms. Reynolds sees patients from the practice's office location in Cleveland, Texas.

After obtaining her master’s degree as a family nurse practitioner, Ms. Reynolds furthered her education and training by earning her Doctorate of Nursing Practice. This accomplishment attests to her drive and ambition of being the best and providing the best. After graduating from Grambling State University, she completed her training and earned her doctoral degree from Frontier Nursing University. Along with caring for patients at esteemed facilities such as Glenwood Regional Medical Center and Kingwood Medical Center, Ms. Reynolds is a highly qualified and experienced medical educator, directly managing and instructing students in active clinical settings in Louisiana and Texas medical facilities. Her well-deserved honors and awards include the Kingwood Medical Center Shining Star Award, Good Samaritan Scholarship Award, Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing Inductee, Magna Cum Laude, and Summa Cum Laude.

Ms. Reynolds is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, the American Nurses Association, the Texas Nurse Practitioners, and the National Black Nurse Practitioner Association. She holds current certifications in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Her education, training, and hands-on clinical care are second to none, and her presence on the Calvary Medical team of providers proves that at Calvary Medical Clinic, we care about your care. Make an appointment to see Ms. Reynolds today.

Dr. James Wells joined our elite team of providers in July 2023, bringing with him over 40 years of education, training, and experience.

After graduating with his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin, Dr. Wells began practicing Family Medicine at the San Jacinto Methodist Hospital. He eventually moved to Selma Family Health Care, where he continued to practice Family Medicine, until he opened his own private practice, J. Darrick Wells MD, Inc., in 1996. Dr Wells continued to provide Family Medical Care for 22 years, before transitioning into the Urgent Care field of medicine.

Dr. Wells’ awards are numerous and extensive, including: the Richard D Steed Scholar Award, the All-Academic Award, the Associated Press Honorable-Mention, & Phi Beta Kappa. During his college years, he was the Team Captain for the Rice University Football team, he received the American Spirit award, the George R. Brown Most Valuable Receiver award, the All-Southwest Conference Receiver award, and was inducted into the Tiger Athletic Hall of Fame.

After becoming a doctor, the leadership positions that he has held are even more copious, including:

Chairman of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee, Chairman of the
Performance Improvement committee, Chief of Staff for Selma Community Hospital, Governing Combined Board member of AMC-Hanford and Central Valley General Hospital, Chief of Staff Designee of the Selma Adventist Medical Center, Medical Executive Committee member Adventist Central Valley Medical Staff, Chairman of the Adventist Central Valley Medical Staff Credentials committee, and five (5) different Medical Director positions held.

In Dr. Wells's tenure as a physician, he has virtually seen it all and done it all. Call and schedule your appointment with him today.

Ms. Christine Thorpe-Gilpin joined the Calvary team of providers in early 2024, bringing with her over 14 years of education, training, and experience.

Ms. Thorpe-Gilpin began her medical career as an RN at Cornwall Regional Hospital. She worked tirelessly for the next 10+ years, gaining valuable experience in areas such as Pediatrics with disabilities, LTAC, ICU, NICU, MICU, CICU, CVICU, IMU, wound care & pressure ulcers, home health care, neurology, life support, and many other areas of acute and chronic care medicine.

She is certified in many areas, including NIH, BLS, Advanced CLS, Nursing Preceptor, and Critical Care. She obtained her Master of Science in Nursing in 2021 and her doctorate degree in February 2024.

Ms. Thorpe-Gilpin holds numerous honors and awards listed below: Daisy Award nominee x 2, Nursing Excellence Award nominee, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society award, National Society of Leadership & Success award, The Golden Key award, and Today’s Nurse- Outstanding Top Nurse in Houston, Texas. Her professional affiliations are as follows: Nurses Association of Jamaica, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, Iota Eta Chi Eta Phi Incorporation Nursing Sorority, and American Association of Nurse Practitioners.

Ms. Thorpe-Gilpin is currently practicing and accepting new patients in our Cleveland location. Call or come by today to establish care with her, a very knowledgeable and skilled provider.

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.

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.

Brianna Kay, MPAS, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in New Braunfels and Gonzales and San Antonio.

She earned her Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2012. After graduation, Brianna sub-specialized in medical and surgical dermatology and completed a 10-month internship with a board-certified dermatologist in New Braunfels, TX. 

She earned the title of Diplomate Fellow under the Society of Dermatology PAs (SDPA). The SDPA Fellowship Program represents the standard in dermatology physician assistant education, allowing graduates to demonstrate that they have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exceptional patient care in dermatology.

Brianna has been practicing dermatology for over nine years. She is passionate about patient education and preventative medicine, focusing on helping her patients to understand their health and skin care needs. She advocates for skin cancer prevention and takes the time to address her patient's questions and concerns. 

Due to personal experiences, Brianna takes a special interest in auto-immune conditions, such as psoriasis and hidradenitis suppurativa. Whether treating complex auto-immune diseases, or more common skin conditions such as acne or eczema, she has a very thorough and proactive approach to help her patients reach their maximum quality of life!

When Brianna is not at the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her husband and teenage daughter. Growing up in a military family, she frequently moved as a child and found a love for traveling. Her artistic hobbies include painting, crafting, and epoxy resin. Brianna lives in New Braunfels, Texas, and is excited to continue serving her local community.

Francis Dang, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Lake Jackson. She joined the team in 2020.  

Francis graduated from the University of Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences in Austin, Texas. She then attended the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, where she completed a dietetic internship in the Texas Medical Center and earned a Master in Public Health. Her master’s has a special focus on health promotion and behavioral sciences. 

She later returned to her hometown of Dallas, where she worked for six years as a registered dietitian for the UT Southwestern Solid Organ Transplant Program. During that time, her passion and interest for medicine grew, and she decided to pursue a new career as a physician assistant. In 2019, she completed a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Radford University in Roanoke, Virginia.

During her time as a registered dietitian, Francis cared for patients with a variety of medical conditions and learned the importance of patient-centered and preventative healthcare, all based on evidence-based medicine. She carried these values with her throughout her medical training and continues to uphold them as a physician assistant. Her interest and passion for dermatology came after experiencing the inner workings of a dermatology clinic during her clinical rotations. She is currently a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

In her free time, Francis enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and Yorkie pup, Leo. She enjoys cooking, relaxing at home, and trying new restaurants with her husband. She is looking forward to helping patients feel healthy and comfortable in their own skin. 

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.

Regina Nicholson, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology. At their offices in Mansfield, Regina has been a team member since 2021. 

Raised in Colleyville, Texas, Regina graduated from Colleyville Heritage High School. She then received her Bachelor of Science degree at Clarion University in Clarion, Pennsylvania, graduating summa cum laude. Regina majored in biology and secondary education.

Regina later graduated with an associate’s degree in medical assisting from Butler County Community College in Butler, Pennsylvania, in 2016 and began her career in Dermatology. In 2018, Regina received a master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Rutgers University in New Jersey. She worked at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Dermatology Clinic treating patients, as a study coordinator for psoriasis studies, and preceptor for Physician Assistant students. She is currently a member of the Texas Association of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, and Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

Regina is excited to join the Heights Dermatology team. She practices medical dermatology and performs skin cancer surgeries and other skin procedures. Regina enjoys spending time with her family, playing board games, knitting, traveling, and reading science fiction in her free time.