I graduated as a doctor in Cuba at the University of Havana in 1986.I have been working since that date without interruption. In 2007 I arrived in this wonderful country. I got ARNP in 2018. and I'm working as a FNP since that date.

Daphne Jones-Black, FNP-BC, is a board-certified and highly accomplished family nurse practitioner, certified case manager, and certified occupational hearing conservationist. Daphne leads the expert team at Heart of Hope Housecalls, a patient-centered practice specializing in telehealth and house calls around the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex region of Texas.

Daphne’s educational journey began at Concorde Career Institute-Arlington, where she completed a vocational nursing program that laid the groundwork for her career. She further honed her nursing skills at Excelsior University in Albany, New York, earning an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Registered Nursing in 2011.

Driven by a passion for nursing and a commitment to excellence, Daphne continued her education at Chamberlain University in Downers Grove, Illinois, where she achieved a bachelor’s degree as a registered nurse in 2014.

With a thirst for knowledge and a desire to expand her scope of practice, she pursued a master’s degree in family practitioner nursing at Chamberlain University, solidifying her expertise in primary and ambulatory care delivery.

Daphne has earned a reputation as a strategic nursing leader with a focus on achieving award-winning patient experiences. She prioritizes patient care above all else, understanding the importance of taking a holistic approach to care in a concerning, challenging, and heartfelt environment. She strives to deliver high-quality care at Heart of Hope Housecalls and welcomes the opportunity to connect with new and returning patients.

Lewis Nyantika, APRN, FNP-C, is a board-certified Family Practice Nurse Practitioner and Primary Care Practitioner at Primecare Family Practice in Arlington, Texas. Mr. Nyantika, who also goes by “Lewis,” prides himself in providing high-quality, compassionate, and individualized care that is both accessible and affordable.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Texas Tech University (TTU) in Lubbock, Texas. Next, he achieved a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA).

Lewis holds a national certification with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) as a family nurse practitioner.He thoroughly enjoys his work, helping patients in different areas of medicine, including the Emergency Room, Outpatient Urgent Care, and Primary Care. He specializes in Chronic Disease Management, Primary and Multi-Specialty Care, and Family Medicine. Lewis is fluent in both English and Swahili and looks forward to serving you.He is currently accepting new patients.

 

Maryline Ongangi, APRN, FNP-C, is a board-certified Primary Care Practitioner at the private medical practice Primecare Family Practice in Arlington, Texas. Ms. Ongangi, who also goes by “Maryline,” is a trusted and reliable nurse practitioner based in the Arlington area. She feels fortunate to be serving the community she calls home.

Maryline attended Texas Tech University (TTU) in Lubbock, Texas, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree. Next, she attended Texas A&M University in College Station, where she achieved her Master’s Degree in Family Nursing.

Patients see Maryline for various reasons, including chronic disease management, acute visits, sports physicals, well woman exams, testosterone therapy, minor procedures, and pediatric consultations.

She is sensitive to the uniqueness of each patient's situation, and she adapts her consultations and treatment options appropriately to accommodate individual needs and concerns. She believes in listening to each patient and creating a partnership to maintain and improve lifelong health.

Besides caring for patients, Maryline enjoys spending time with her family and gardening. She has two dogs, and they, too, like to help in her garden, especially when they decide to sample a few of her vegetables. Maryline has a wonderful husband and three beautiful kids.

She is currently accepting new patients.

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Nadeen Soederbaum, MD, is a Board-Certified Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Physician specializing in Aesthetic Medicine. Dr. Soederbaum provides whole-person and patient-centered care for all patients and their families at LIV MED in Arlington, Texas.

Born in El Paso, Texas, and raised in the DFW area, Dr. Soederbaum is a true Texan born and bred. She attended James Bowie High School in Arlington and completed her Bachelor's in Biology from the University of North Texas (UNT).

She completed her intern year at the University of Mississippi in Internal Medicine before transferring to complete her training in Family Medicine at the prestigious UT Southwestern Medical Center/Parkland. 

Since residency, Dr. Soederbaum has been practicing in Mansfield and has spent over six years building relationships with her patients while training UTSW medical students. She also received private hands-on aesthetic training under Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Doohi Lee.

Over the years, Dr. Soederbaum has developed a passion for helping patients achieve their own unique and highly personalized aesthetic goals. Her technique of administering injectables like botox and dermal fillers prioritizes a natural result, giving patients a more refreshed and youthful look. She makes these aesthetics services available to patients at LIV MED family practice. 

Dr. Soederbaum is also a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She comes from a large, loving, diverse family and speaks Spanish fluently. 

In 2016, Dr. Soederbaum married her Swedish soul mate, Joakim, and together they have three beautiful little boys. Dr. Soederbaum enjoys traveling, trips to the park or zoo, running, and every opportunity to spend time with her boys.

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.

Frank Lee, MD, is a family and emergency medicine physician with decades of experience. GLP-1 weight loss provider, specialist and coach He enjoys practicing medicine at North Tex MedCare Clinic and Urgent Care, which has convenient locations in Allen, Addison, Fort Worth, and San Antonio, Texas. He also provides telemedicine service and is able to see patients online all over the US. 

Dr. Lee earned his medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Zapopan, Mexico, and New York Medical College in New York City. After graduation, he completed a residency at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics in Madison, Wisconsin.

He is now involved with weight loss speciality with GLP-1 weight loss and coaching and support.  Years of experience in telemedicine, primary care, urgent care and emergency medicine, Dr. Lee has extensive experience providing responsive care to patients. He has also treats patients for weight loss with todays current medication of Tirzepatide and Semaglutide. . He has been an advocate for telemedicine since it rose in popularity around 2008 and continues to integrate remote care into his work.

Dr. Lee’s well-rounded expertise also includes weight loss, primary care, urgent care. pediatrics, dermatology, and psychiatry, allowing him to provide primary care services for patients of all ages. He specializes in GLP-1 weight loss and maintenance, chronic disease management, cold and flu care, injury treatment, and other conditions that demand prompt attention.

Dr. Lee takes the time to understand each patient’s needs, ensuring his expertise aligns with their needs and goals.

Outside of work, Dr. Lee enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, learning new AI technology, attending trade shows and events and sporting events. 

 

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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.

Raghu Turebylu, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician at Irving Coppell Primary Care Doctors in Irving, Texas. Dr. Turebylu holds certifications in pediatrics and neonatal-perinatal medicine.

Dr. Turebylu attended Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences in India for his medical school training before receiving his pediatric residency training at Mysore Medical College and Research Institute. He then pursued further training in pediatrics in New York and England. 

At Irving Coppell Primary Care Doctors, Dr. Turebylu takes a personalized approach to pediatric care. He provides compassionate health services to help newborns, children, and adolescents achieve the best health possible and monitors their growth so they stay healthy throughout their childhood years.  

He offers a full suite of pediatric care services, including preventive medicine, sick and wellness visits, chronic care management, school physicals, and childhood vaccinations. 

Dr. Turebylu is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. He is also a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Texas Indo-American Physicians Society, Texas Medical Association, and the Dallas County Medical Society.

Vijayalakshmi Raghu, MD, brings compassion and dedication for patient care to her practice at Irving Coppell Primary Care Doctors in Irving, Texas. She builds relationships with each patient who entrusts her with their medical care needs by getting to know them, listening with empathy and trying to understand their unique concerns. 

Education plays an important role in Dr. Raghu’s approach to patient-centered care. She began her studies at the University of Mysore in Mysore, India. Following her studies, she earned her medical degree from JJM Medical College in Karnataka, India. She then completed her residency training in family medicine at The State University of New York in Buffalo, New York. 

Dr. Raghu plays an active member in the family medicine community. She is currently a member in the American Academy of Family Physicians, Texas Indo-Physicians Society, Texas Medical Association and Dallas County Medical Society. In addition, she is a certified family physician by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Residents in Irving, Texas who are searching for compassionate and personable care from a primary care physician should schedule an appointment to meet with Dr. Raghu and learn more about her patient-centered care. Everyone in the family is welcomed to the practice. Dr. Raghu is also currently accepting new patients and most insurance plans.

I am a board-certified Nurse practitioner with years of experience in family medicine that began as a registered nurse and nurse supervisor in a rehabilitation hospital. I hold a ADN from Calhoun Community College Tanner, AL and a BSN from Chamberlain University. I also graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. As a committed primary Care provider with great analytical skills, I provide patient centered care across the life span from initial patient assessment, patient wellness visits, pre and post cosmetic surgical clearance through annual physicals to Compensation and Pension (C & P) Veteran Affairs disability evaluation. I am committed and dedicated to the care of my patients by collaborating with patients to evaluate, perform diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans for chronic illnesses. I am accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).