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Dr. Fortunate Egbuchere, PhD, MD, FNP-C Dr. Fortunate Egbuchere is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized, and comprehensive healthcare. He holds a PhD in Family Science and Human Development and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, along with advanced training and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Dr. Egbuchere provides primary care focused on preventive health, wellness, chronic disease management, health education, and treatment of common medical conditions. He also has a strong interest in behavioral and mental health and takes a holistic approach to caring for the physical and emotional well-being of his patients. His background in medicine, family science, human development, and advanced nursing practice allows him to consider the many factors that influence a person's health. He believes in listening carefully to each patient and developing personalized treatment plans based on evidence-based care.

Ar. Abuzeid is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He is also a Reproductive Endocrinologist and Fertility Specialist at IVF Michigan.

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.

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.

Jennifer Gwozdz, MD, is an experienced and personable physician serving patients of all ages at Family Clinic in Houston and Katy, Texas. Over the decades in practice, Dr. Gwozdz has amassed an impressive body of skills and an excellent bedside manner. 

Through her practice at Family Clinic, Dr. Gwozdz is honored to create positive change for thousands of men, women, and children. She has a deep connection to the area, having been in practice in Mission Bend since 1981. 

Education has always been an important aspect of Dr. Gwozdz’s journey. She earned her medical degree at Bristol Medical School at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom. A residency at Vancouver Hospital and Health Science Center in Canada followed. Since beginning her practice in the United States, Dr. Gwozdz has sought out numerous opportunities to expand her skills and medical knowledge further. 

Dr. Gwozdz is committed to providing top-quality medical care in an easily accessible setting. She believes that families should have access to outstanding medical services that fit within their busy lifestyles. When you turn to her for care, Dr. Gwozdz focuses on helping you feel better and return to your normal daily routines as quickly as possible. 

A great deal of time and effort goes into recruiting some of the best nurse practitioners in the region, many of whom have worked with Dr. Gwozdz for years. She has built a team that shares her dedication to excellent patient care for both urgent and long-term medical needs. 

If you are searching for a doctor who places your specific needs and treatment goals at the center of every interaction, look no further than the services of Dr. Gwozdz. There’s no need to book an appointment, you are welcome to come at any time during normal or extended business hours.    

  

Barbara Kiersz-Mueller, D.O., is a board-certified family physician who has specialized expertise in headaches, ADHD, sports injuries and child development. Dr. Kiersz Mueller treats patients through THINK Virtual Health.

Dr Kiersz-Mueller was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and moved to Florida with her parents and siblings at the age of 15. Dr. Kiersz-Mueller majored in chemical biology for her undergraduate studies at Stevens Institute of Technology, earning a Bachelor of Science. After graduating in 2010, she enrolled at the Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine to complete her medical degree.

Dr. Kiersz-Mueller undertook her internship in family and osteopathic medicine at the Medical College of Georgia from 2014-2015, and completed her residency in family and community medicine at the University of Texas Health Sciences San Antonio from 2015-2017, where she served as chief resident during her senior year. She joined THINK Neurology for Kids in 2020. Dr. Kiersz-Mueller holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine.

When she is not devoting her time to young patients, Dr. Kiersz-Mueller takes great pleasure in spending time with her husband and hiking and paddle-boarding with their Dachshund. In December, 2019, Dr Kiersz Mueller became a CrossFit Level 1 trainer, which she hopes to someday integrate with her practice in order to promote self-confidence and strength in her patients.

 

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.

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.

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.