Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Rupin Kadakia MD, FACC, is a cardiologist at Heart Care Center of Northwest Houston providing cardiac services for people living in the Methodist Willowbrook area of Houston, and North Cypress, Texas. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Houston Methodist Hospital.
Dr. Kadakia received his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and has been in practice for 20 years. He completed his internship in internal medicine at Loyola University in Maywood, Illinois. He then completed an internal medicine residency at the same institution. Dr. Kadakia rounded out his medical training with a cardiology fellowship at the Heart and Vascular Institute at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, where he also completed an interventional cardiology fellowship.
Dr. Kadakia is board-certified in cardiology, interventional cardiology, and internal medicine. He has special training and interest in the non-surgical treatment of peripheral vascular disease.
Wasiq Rawasia MD, MS, FACC, FSCAI serves patients in Northwest Houston, Spring, Tomball, and Cypress as a board-certified cardiologist at the Heart Care Center of Northwest Houston. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, CHI St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, and HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress.
Dr. Rawasia received his medical degree from The Aga Khan University - Medical College, and completed his internal medicine residency and general cardiology training at University of Louisville in Louisville, KY. He then went on complete his interventional cardiology fellowship at West Virginia University- Heart & Vascular Institute in Morgantown, WV.
Dr. Rawaia is board-certified in internal medicine, general cardiology, interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology, vascular medicine, and echocardiography. His areas of expertise include interventional and structural cardiovascular medicine, high-risk & complex interventions, cardiac critical care, and general cardiovascular medicine.
In his free time, Dr. Rawasia enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and watching sports.
Kamran Sherwani MD, FACC, is a compassionate cardiologist at Heart Care Center of Northwest Houston providing cardiac services for patients living in the Methodist Willowbrook area of Houston, and North Cypress, Texas. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Houston Methodist Hospital.
Dr. Sherwani received his medical degree from Rawalpindi Medical College and has been in practice for 27 years. Following medical school, Dr. Sherwani completed an internship in internal medicine at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee. He then completed his residency in internal medicine at the same institution. Dr. Sherwani rounded out his medical training with a cardiology fellowship at the Mid-American Heart Institute at The University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in nuclear cardiology at the same institution.
Dr. Sherwani is board-certified in cardiology and nuclear cardiology. He has special training and interest in diagnostic cardiology, permanent pacemakers, and nuclear medicine.
Gautam Patankar MD, FACC, serves patients in Northwest Houston, Spring, Tomball, and Cypress as a board-certified cardiologist at the Heart Care Center of Northwest Houston. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, CHI St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, and HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress.
Dr. Patankar received his medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine in Bryan-College Station, Texas, and completed his internal medicine residency, general cardiology and interventional cardiology fellowships at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, TX.
Dr. Patankar is board-certified in internal medicine, general cardiology, interventional cardiology, cardiac CT, nuclear cardiology, and echocardiography, and has published research articles on diagnosing carcinoid heart disease, renal filtration, and Takotsubo cardiomyopathy.
In his free time, Dr. Patankar enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and watching sports.
Mukarram Baig, MD, FACC is a cardiologist at Heart Care Center of Northwest Houston providing cardiac services for people living in the Methodist Willowbrook area of Houston, and North Cypress, Texas. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Houston Methodist Hospital.
Dr. Baig received his medical degree from Aga Khan Medical College and has been in practice for 25 years. He completed his internship in general surgery at the John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. He then completed an internal medicine residency at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Baig rounded out his medical training with an interventional cardiology fellowship at the University of Lousiville in Kentucky, a cardiology fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis, and post-doctoral research at the Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Dr. Baig is board-certified in cardiology and interventional cardiology, with special training and interest in interventional cardiology.
Faisal Arain, MD, is a cardiologist at Heart Care Center of Northwest Houston providing cardiac services for people living in the Methodist Willowbrook area of Houston, and North Cypress, Texas. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Houston Methodist Hospital.
Dr. Arain received his medical degree from Aga Khan Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan, and has been in practice for 16 years. He completed a residency in internal medicine at The Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. He then completed a fellowship in vascular medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. The next year he completed his master’s of science degree in clinical and translational research at Mayo Graduate School. Dr. Arain then completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, followed by a fellowship in interventional cardiovascular at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio.
He has professional experience working in the emergency department at Aga Khan Medical College, and he also worked in private practice at Lumberton Medical Clinic in North Carolina.
He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Vascular Medicine, American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine, and American Board of Interventional Cardiology.
Sayed Ahmed, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained internal medicine physician at the Renal Clinic of Houston in Katy, Memorial City, and North Cypress, Texas.
Dr. Ahmed earned his bachelor’s degree at the University of Houston in Texas. He then traveled to the Caribbean to earn his doctorate at the Saba University School of Medicine in The Bottom, Saba, Dutch Caribbean. He received specialized training in dialysis modalities, including hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and continuous renal replacement therapies during his fellowship at Memorial Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center in Houston. He also received extensive fellowship training in the care of cancer patients with kidney disease and injury at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.
A diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Ahmed maintains Texas and Louisiana state medical licenses and is a member of the American Society of Nephrology and the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Ahmed enjoys table tennis, badminton, cricket, music, and traveling. He speaks English, Urdu, Hindi, Sindhi, and Punjabi.
Dr. Mukesh Sinha is a native Houstonian and completed his undergraduate degree at Texas A&M University in 2000. He is a 2004 graduate of The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX. After his graduation, he relocated to Rochester, Minnesota, where he received his training in Internal Medicine at the internationally renowned Mayo Clinic. He remained at Mayo Clinic to complete his fellowship in the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension. During his fellowship he published several manuscripts and was appointed as Instructor of Medicine at the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine. He was honored with the Clinical Fellow of the Year Award for academic year 2009-2010. He joined Renal Clinic of Houston in 2010.
Dr. Sinha has his medical license in Minnesota and Texas. He is a member of the American Medical Association, American College of Physicians, American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin, American Society of Nephrology and Renal Physicians Association.
Dr. Sinha is board certified by American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) as a Diplomate in Nephrology.
As an adult Psychiatrist, Neha Patel, DO, understands just how essential outstanding health services are in reshaping lives and improving patient outcomes. As part of the team at Endocrine and Psychiatry Center, Dr. Patel gets to know those in her care, building trusting bonds with residents of Houston, Texas.
Education has always shaped Dr. Patel’s life. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Dr. Patel went on to complete her residency in psychiatry at the same institution.
Dr. Patel enjoys the challenges and complexity of working in psychiatry and especially loves helping those in her care find a path toward enhanced stability and mental health. She strives to build lasting bonds with patients.
Residents of the greater Houston region who are 18 and older and want to make the most of their daily mental health and wellness are welcome to come in and meet with Dr. Patel to discuss treatment structure and planning. Book a visit online or by phone to learn more about her approach to mental health.
Tess Chamakkala, DO, is excited to join the team at Endocrine and Psychiatry Center in Katy and Houston, Texas. As a skilled endocrinologist, Dr. Chamakkala is passionate about general adult endocrinology and managing conditions, including diabetes, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, and osteoporosis.
She completed her undergraduate studies at Fordham University in the Bronx neighborhood of New York City, New York, earning her Bachelor of Science in Biology. From there, she attended medical school at the New York Institute of Technology’s College of Osteopathic Medicine on Long Island. She underwent rigorous Internal Medicine residency training and later completed an Endocrinology fellowship through St. Luke’s University Health Network in Pennsylvania. She recently relocated to Texas.
With this experience and enthusiasm for the progression of medicine, Dr. Chamakkala looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to the practice. Contact the office nearest you to schedule an appointment or consult with Dr. Chamakkala.
Yasir Akram, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, is an accomplished interventional and general cardiologist at Apex Heart & Vascular Center, serving patients in Houston, Tomball, and Cypress, Texas. Known for his clinical expertise and extensive research background, Dr. Akram provides comprehensive care for a range of heart, peripheral arterial, and venous conditions.
Dr. Akram’s training spans Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine, cardiovascular disease, and interventional cardiology. He is highly skilled in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including balloon angioplasty and complex percutaneous coronary and peripheral vascular interventions. His specialties also include advanced cardiac support techniques, such as the Impella heart pump and intra-aortic balloon pump.
In addition, Dr. Akram performs structural heart procedures, such as PFO and ASD closures, and is proficient in implanting loop recorders and pacemakers. He is a recognized expert in venous thromboembolism management, endovascular venous ablation, and vent seal techniques. His capabilities extend to performing transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, as well as stress SPECT and PET imaging.
Dr. Akram holds fellowship status with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and is board-certified in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Vascular Ultrasound (RPVI). His Preventive Medicine board certification underscores his commitment to reducing cardiac risk factors through preventive care. A published author in leading medical journals, Dr. Akram continues to contribute to advancements in cardiovascular science.
At Apex Heart & Vascular Center, Dr. Akram is dedicated to delivering exceptional, evidence-based cardiovascular care. His advanced training, board certifications, and dedication to preventative cardiology enable him to provide high-quality care and innovative treatment options to his patients.
Welcome to Magnolia Family Medicine, your trusted family doctor serving Texas communities for almost 20 years. We are open 7 days a week and specialize in comprehensive family medicine, providing exceptional personalized care for patients of all ages--from newborns to great-grandparents.
We now have 5 locations within the Magnolia/Woodlands/Woodforest areas, plus two other clinics--one in Cypress and one in Tomball. Our offices are designed with great care to welcome you into a friendly and caring environment. We believe that your comfort and well-being are an integral part of your care, and we strive to make your visits as pleasant as possible.
Whether you're looking for effective preventative medicine services, need help managing your diabetes, require urgent care, or are interested in weight loss services or hormone replacement therapy, our dedicated team is here to support your family's health and well-being.
We value your feedback and invite you to share your experiences with us in our Reviews section. Your insights help us continuously improve our services to serve you better.
Visit us today and experience the difference that your friendly neighborhood clinic can offer. To schedule an appointment, you may schedule online or call the office (281) 356-1945.
“Quick service to office visit. Never a wait in my 15 or so years with Dr Shakhashiro. Front office personnel always cheerful and helpful. Nursing staff excellent!”
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.
“Annie is very friendly and professional. She takes time to answer any questions or concerns you may have. I'm confident in her diagnosis and treatment(s).”
“Quick service to office visit. Never a wait in my 15 or so years with Dr Shakhashiro. Front office personnel always cheerful and helpful. Nursing staff excellent!”
John Sunew, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a skilled cardiologist at Memorial Katy Cardiology Associates in Houston, Katy, Cypress and Fulshear, Texas.
Dr. Sunew is triple-board-certified in Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, and Nuclear Cardiology. He is listed among Top Doctors 2015 in H Texas Magazine and Houstonia Magazine. He was born in Connecticut and grew up in New York state.
Dr. Sunew attended Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts, and went on to earn his medical degree at the State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn, New York. He then completed his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at The George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC. He fulfilled his interventional cardiology fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.
Before moving to Katy, Texas, Dr. Sunew practiced interventional cardiology for ten years in northern Virginia. He held many leadership roles with the Inova Health System, including Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Inova Alexandria Hospital and Chairman of the Inova Cardiology Quality Steering Committee. He was also Regional Leader for Northern Virginia in the Virginia Heart Attack Coalition. In addition, Dr. Sunew served as Assistant Professor for the Department of Internal Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Inova Campus. He was also involved in several clinical research trials and academic publications.
Dr. Sunew can offer the latest and most innovative treatments in cardiology, interventional cardiology, and peripheral vascular disease. He provides expertise in complex coronary angioplasty procedures, peripheral arterial angioplasty, and transradial cardiac catheterization. His non-invasive skills include transesophageal echocardiography and nuclear cardiology.
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