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Nicholas Atudonyang, MD, is an accomplished Emergency Medicine Physician and Board Certified Family Medicine practitioner with a wealth of experience spanning over a decade serving Memorial Springs ER in Spring, TX. Graduating from the University of Nairobi School of Medicine in 2005, Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang embarked on a journey dedicated to healthcare excellence.

Upon completing a rigorous Family Medicine residency at UT-Southwestern in Dallas, Texas in 2013, Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang earned certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. During this pivotal time, Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang honed their skills through a diverse range of medical settings, from the bustling Parkland Hospital to the University's clinics, where they conducted over 2,000 outpatient encounters across all age groups. With a focus on comprehensive patient care, Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang mastered common office procedures and gained invaluable inpatient experience, including critical care medicine.

Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang's commitment to healthcare expanded beyond the borders of the United States. From 2005 to 2008, they served as a Medical Doctor at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret, Kenya. This university and referral hospital provided a rich environment for Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang's growth, rotating through internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, general surgery, and pediatrics during their one-year internship.

In 2009, Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang broadened their perspective by working as a Registered Nurse in Texas, gaining firsthand experience in ICU and Medical-Surgical settings. This diverse background uniquely positions Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang to understand and address the multifaceted needs of patients.

Currently, Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang serves as an Emergency Medicine Physician at Family Medicine and Research Center PA, lending their expertise to several hospitals and emergency rooms as an independent contractor. Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang holds active medical licenses in both Texas and Oklahoma, ensuring the accessibility of their care across regions.

A proud member of the American Medical Association since 2010 and the American Academy of Family Physicians since 2010, Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang remains dedicated to staying at the forefront of medical advancements. Their commitment to patient advocacy, medical education, and holistic healthcare is evident in every aspect of their practice.

Kenechukwu "Kene" Enekebe, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician at Memorial Springs ER, providing urgent care to people of all ages in Spring, Texas, and the communities of Spring, Klein, Tomball, and The Woodlands.

Dr. Enekebe studied at the University of Maryland, College Park, earning his undergraduate degree in physiology and neurobiology. He then enrolled at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) in Cupecoy, Sint Maarten, and obtained his medical degree.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Enekebe completed an internal medicine internship and residency at Maryland General Hospital in Baltimore. There, he received extensive training in all aspects of medicine, including the diagnosis and treatment of various acute and chronic illnesses.

Dr. Enekebe has served in various professional capacities since starting his medical career, including hospitalist and emergency room physician. He’s also taught up-and-coming medical students as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.

At Memorial Springs ER, Dr. Enekebe provides complete urgent emergency care services for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. He welcomes anyone needing same-day care to the practice today.

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.

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.

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.

Zoe Apted, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Houston. Joining the Heights Dermatology team in 2019, Zoe brings incredible expertise. 

She graduated Summa Cum Laude from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas, with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. In 2014, she completed a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. After finishing her MPH, she obtained a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Medical Branch in 2016. Zoe received several academic scholarships throughout her academic career and maintained a position on the Dean’s List.

Before completing her graduate studies, Zoe worked in clinical research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City and Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. Additionally, she spent six months volunteering as a medical assistant at a rural hospital in Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala. During this time, she discovered a passion for clinical care, which compelled her to pursue a career in medicine. She previously practiced in obstetrics and gynecology before moving into dermatology, a field of special interest to her. Zoe is currently a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Texas Association of Physician Assistants, and Texas Gulf Coast Physician Assistant Association.

In her free time, Zoe enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children. She lives in the greater Heights area and is excited to serve her 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. 

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.

Annie Chang, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Houston. 

Annie is originally from the Houston area and attended high school at St. Agnes Academy. She graduated from the University of Texas with a Bachelor of Science and Arts in Nutrition in Business. She obtained her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from UTMB in 2019. 

Before completing her graduate studies, she gained hands-on experience working as a clinical care coordinator in hepatology at the Houston Medical Center.

In addition to her background in nutrition, Annie holds a keen interest in skin care and in preventative medicine through lifestyle and diet. Building a strong relationship with every patient is an integral part of her practice. Having received personal training in dermatology from Dr. Alpesh Desai, DO, and Tejas Desai, DO, Annie practices medical dermatology, skin cancer surgeries, and other various skin procedures. Annie regularly pursues her continuing medical education in dermatology to provide the highest quality care for her patients.

She is currently a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, Texas Association of Physician Assistants, and Texas Gulf Coast Physician Assistant Association. In her free time, Annie enjoys cooking, crafting, and spending time with her husband and English bulldog, Rex.

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.

Joseph Goin, MD, is a general practice physician, board-certified in pediatrics and family medicine. He treats patients at Calvary Family Medicine 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 Family Medicine, 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.