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At Balance Wellness Center, we provide motivated patients with the health and wellness services they need under the care of board-certified internist Ronald Bryant, MD. Dr. Bryant has specialized in obesity and metabolism for over 20 years and continues to help patients optimize their health today. 

Dr. Bryant began his career in health and wellness after earning his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He then completed residency training in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. 

During a typical day at Balance Wellness Center, Dr. Bryant visits with clients to discuss their needs, goals, and expectations. He recommends personalized care plans for every patient according to their needs, including evidence-driven medical weight loss programs for patients experiencing obesity or weight gain and chronic disease management for various health conditions. 

Dr. Bryant also specializes in hormone replacement therapy at Balance.  He helps patients overcome symptoms like fatigue and insomnia resulting from hormone imbalances with essential hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and thyroid hormone. He offers remote appointments with telemedicine to streamline patients’ care. 

Given the background in internal medicine and the specialization in metabolism, micronutrients, and hormone imbalances, Dr. Bryant addresses the root of illness.  Health is optimized by identifying the root of any imbalance and correcting such imbalances.

In addition to health and wellness, we provide select cosmetic medical spa services for our clientele.  Cosmetic injectables are available to clients looking to make outward changes in order to look as good as they feel.  Botox® and dermal fillers allow clients to enjoy a more youthful appearance and a possible self-image boost. 

Don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment at Balance Wellness Center by phone or online at any time for the care you need.

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. 

Alovita is a lifestyle medicine practice in Texas, led by board-certified physician Niloufar Aghakasiri, MD, MPH, who believes that health care should help you live a longer, more vibrant life. We focus on both treating health concerns and preventing them before they begin, and we listen to each patient’s needs and goals. 

Dr. Aghakasiri received her bachelor’s in biology at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, before earning her medical doctorate at the Ross University School of Medicine in Portsmouth, Dominica. She also earned a master's degree in public health from the University of Texas in Houston and a healthcare management certification from the University of Houston, Texas.

At Alovita, we support every stage of your health journey with comprehensive services. Clinical lab testing and women’s and men’s wellness panels give you valuable insights, and health coaching helps you build sustainable habits around nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and stress management. If you’re experiencing hormonal imbalances, we also offer hormone therapy programs, carefully monitored to restore your quality of life.

Preventive care and longevity are at the heart of everything we do. Instead of waiting for symptoms to develop, we help you identify risk factors early and build healthy routines that support long-term wellness. Our approach focuses on daily behaviors that influence your health, including diet, movement, sleep, stress levels, and overall well-being.

In addition to regular in-person visits, we offer telemedicine appointments when appropriate and provide urgent care for non-emergency illnesses and injuries that require prompt attention.

Ultimately, our goal is to walk step by step with you, offering empathetic guidance and listening carefully to your needs. For close mentorship that goes above and beyond routine medical care, call the Alovita office or book an appointment online today.

I am a Texas-trained and board-certified family physician, and I am excited to be a part of Fulshear Family Medicine. I graduated from Texas A&M University College of Medicine and completed my residency training at Memorial Family Medicine in Sugar Land, TX.  My passion for medicine is driven by a commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of my patients through evidence-based practices, and open communication. When I am not in the clinic, I enjoy spending my free time with my family and pursuing various interests, including carpentry, cycling, and outdoor activities.

Richard R. Andrews, MD, MPH, FASAM, is a board-certified addiction medicine physician and family medicine specialist with over three decades of experience in patient care, public health, and medical education. Fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Andrews has dedicated his career to serving diverse communities, from rural migrant health centers in Virginia to immigrant and refugee populations in Houston, Texas.

For over five years Dr Andrews has worked with patients experiencing opioid addiction. But with this website and virtual medical practice he is focusing on patients who want more control over their use of alcohol. He is board certified in addiction medicine by the American Osteopathic Association and in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

A recognized leader in viral hepatitis care, Dr. Andrews previously co-chaired the National Task Force on Hepatitis B. His contributions to medical literature and education include peer-reviewed publications, CME course development, and national conference presentations. In 2019, he was honored as a CDC Hep B Champion for his commitment to eliminating hepatitis B and liver cancer in the U.S.

Passionate about advancing addiction medicine and infectious disease care, Dr. Andrews continues to integrate evidence-based treatment, compassionate patient engagement, and physician education to improve individual and public health outcomes.

Originally from Boston Massachusetts, she was educated at first at Mass General Hospital, and later at Boston College. She worked as a Registered Nurse for many years in cardiothoracic nursing as well as brain injury and spinal cord rehabilitation. She relocated to Texas in 1997 and worked at The Texas Instituted for Rehabilitation and Research (TIRR) before returning to UTMB to continue her education. She graduated from UTMB as a Family Nurse Practitioner and has special interests in Women’s Health, Diabetes and Hypertension. She also works with Medtronic initiating and training patients for insulin pump therapy. She is also trained in cosmetic procedures i.e. Botox, Juvederm and laser therapy.

Originally from sunny Southern California, Kristen graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of California, Irvine, and earned his medical degree in Rhode Island. Along with primary care, Kristen specializes in women's health and genetic medicine. He leads a genetics lab at the Texas Medical Center, serving as the primary investigator in various clinical trials involving gentic engineering, and gene splicing

Kristen is natively fluent in five languages—Greek, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian—enhancing his ability to communicate effectively and provide personalized, compassionate care to patients from diverse backgrounds. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys exploring new restaurants, traveling, and spending quality time with his partner, and their 7 year year old rescue dog Remy

Bita Pour-Jafari, MD, ABAARM, is a board-certified family physician with years of experience, she provides comprehensive and patient-centered care at Texas Premier Physicians P.A. in Houston, Texas. 

Dr. Jafari earned her Doctor of Medicine from Hamadan University of Medical Sciences in 2004, completing her residency in family medicine at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Odessa, Texas. In 2017, she furthered her expertise with a fellowship in Anti-Aging and Metabolic Medicine (FAAMFM) through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) which transformed her approach in medicine 

She is an active member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the Metabolic Medical Institute, and the Texas Medical Association.  

Dr. Jafari provides a wide range of services, including annual physical exams, preventive and screening exams, chronic disease medication managements, Pap smears, menopause and andropause evaluations, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. She is dedicated to getting to the root cause of symptoms and creating personalized treatment plans that merge traditional and integrative medicine with the latest advancements. 

Her approach prioritizes attentiveness, time, and patience, ensuring each patient receives customized care for acute and chronic health challenges. She is committed to helping individuals optimize their health, wellness, and overall functionality.

Amneh Amro is a Physician Assistant that graduated from UT- RGV in 2012 and moved to Austin to pursue her career. She has worked in family medicine and urgent care settings for several years. She has gained experience in psychiatry during this time and enjoys the holistic approach if and when possible. On her free time she enjoys her family and loves to take her son paddle boarding!

I am a compassionate and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner serving adults and children in the Houston Heights community. I have an extensive clinical background in cardiology, stroke and critical care through my experience practicing alongside Chief of Cardiology Dr. Maged Amine for over 5 years. I have a wealth of experience in the treatment of cardiovascular conditions in the outpatient and inpatient settings. Additionally, I have a special interest in Primary Care and demonstrate proficiency in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of acute & chronic illnesses. I received honors when graduating with my master’s degree as Family Nurse Practitioner at the UT Health Science Center in Houston. Before that, I achieved my bachelor’s degree in Nursing at the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio and worked as a stoke-certified registered nurse with Methodist hospital in Houston.

Angela is a Board-Certified Family nurse practitioner . She completed her studies at Governors State University. With her experience in a variety of settings that include internal medicine , hospice , palliative care, pediatrics, home care and primary care. She believes in building lasting relationships with patients while providing high quality care.