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Risha Kopel, MD is a board certified provider in Internal Medicine. She graduated from Brown Medical School and did her residency at Harvard’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. She has done research in cardiology and obesity treatment.

Dr. Kopel has won scholarly awards for Internal Medicine from the American College of Physicians and has been voted one of the best doctors in Dallas in D Magazine. She has a special interest in preventative health and women’s health. She is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Kopel has privileges at Medical City Hospital and Methodist Richardson Hospital.

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STL Medical Weight Loss is a 100% telemedicine-based practice specializing in injectable weight loss medications. We offer Semaglutide (Wegovy) and Trizepatide (Mounjaro). These medications are administered once weekly and weight loss can be fairly dramatic. Patients can lose 25-30lbs in the first 90 days. The medication is conveniently shipped to the patient’s door with all the supplies needed. Dr. Joseph Moleski focuses on providing medication and education to help patients achieve and maintain a healthy BMI. Book a Telemedicine Appointment Today

Anthony Nebor, MD, is a well-trained, board-certified pulmonologist and critical care physician at Fivestar Pulmonary Associates. He brings compassionate, dedicated, and highly motivated care to patients at the office in Allen, Plano, and Mckinney, Texas, and he consistently strives to improve healthcare delivery in a variety of clinical settings. 

Dr. Nebor has practiced in Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and the United States. He is a graduate of the University of Benin Medical School in Nigeria, and he completed a master’s degree in clinical microbiology at Queen Mary University in London. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency Program at St. John’s hospital in Detroit, and a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. 

He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary and Critical Care, and is licensed to practice in Texas. He really takes pride in ensuring his patients are well taken care of and is diligent in providing the most current and effective treatment plan for all of his patients.

At the practice, Dr. Nebor and the team provide diagnosis and treatment for a variety of pulmonary conditions, including asthma, COPD, shortness of breath, and sleep apnea. They also provide pulmonary function testing and lung cancer screenings.

They dedicate themselves to ensuring favorable outcomes when it comes to the treatment of their patients, and they live by their motto “breathe easy.” To learn more about Fivestar Pulmonary Associates, call the office or book an appointment online today.

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Leon Tio, DO, MA, FACOI, is a board-certified and fellow in Internal Medicine and Hospitalist at Clover Internal Medicine Associate in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Tio's approach to care focuses on underlying causes of an illness, rather than symptoms.

After completing his bachelor’s degree with honors in Biology at the University of Texas at Arlington, Dr. Tio went on to earn his Masters Degree in Bioethics and Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences in Kansas City, Missouri. He then completed his residency in Internal Medicine with University of North Texas at Medical City of Fort Worth. In addition, Dr. Tio also received Fellowship in Internal Medicine from the American College of Osteopathic Internist for his work and dedication to Internal Medicine.

Dr. Tio has special interest in Wound Care and Hyperbaric therapy. He completed additional training and certification in Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care. Dr. Tio is currently a member of Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society and performs his hyperbaric therapy at Clover Oxygen in Aledo.

Dr. Tio remained involved in his profession and is a member of several organizations to include the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association, the American Osteopathy Association, and the American College of Osteopathic Internist.

Dr. Tio is passionate and a proponent for healthy lifestyle and nutrition. He enjoys providing personalized care focused on exercise, nutrition and healthy lifestyle.

With a passion for helping each client enhance their own natural beauty through state-of-the-art techniques and personalized skin care, Elaine Phuah, DO, MBA, FACOI, of Hanami Medspa practices the philosophy that aesthetics begins with optimal inner health. As a board-certified physician serving men and women in Fort Worth, Texas, and the surrounding communities, Dr. Phuah provides confidence-building, results-oriented aesthetics and medical spa treatments in a warm, welcoming environment.

 

Licensed by the state of Texas, Dr. Phuah began her medical career at the University of Texas, Austin, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science. She went on to medical school at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, Kansas City, Missouri, where she earned a dual degree in osteopathic medicine and a masters of business administration. After earning her advanced degrees, Dr. Phuah returned to Texas to complete her residency in internal medicine and her board certification.

 

Dr. Phuah completed additional medical training with the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM) and became a diplomat of AAAM. She then opened her Fort Worth, Texas, practice, Hanami Medspa, named after “cherry blossoming” in Japan.

 

At her boutique medspa, Dr. Phuah performs all injectables herself and oversees all other aesthetics services. She spends time with every patient to understand individual health needs and skin care goals, and is available for follow-up consultations or any other concern. It’s Dr. Phuah’s mission to help men and women look and feel their best through excellent internal health and aesthetic wellness.

 

Shane Lashley is a facilitator who focuses on creating lifestyle plans for the patients of Healing Hands Holistic Health. Under the direction and oversight of Dr. Melita, Shane uses various lifestyle and functional assessments, nutritional evaluations, and specific lab tests to create a customized lifestyle and nutrition plan for each patient.  

Prior to entering the health profession, Shane spent more than 20 years as a consultant to CEO’s, entrepreneurs, and attorneys regarding innovation, intellectual property, and financial management in hyper-growth companies.

It was in that world that Shane lost his health and learned firsthand the value of proper self-care. After restoring his own health, Shane decided to pursue an advanced education in health topics that would allow him to serve as a consultant to both physicians and patients. He founded a concierge lifestyle medicine consulting practice for physicians and clients, established a clientele from around Texas, and in 2019, joined forces with Dr. Melita Williams to help launch Healing Hands Holistic Health.

Shane earned two master’s degrees from the University of Dallas Graduate School of Management: a master’s in Business Administration (MBA) and a Masters in Management specializing in Corporate Finance (M.Mgt.).

Shane earned his certification in corrective exercise through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and is certified as a Level 2 Fitness Nutrition Coach by Precision Nutrition.

A lifelong learner, Shane is currently pursuing the completion of several health credentials.  

• Diplomate as an Anti-Aging, Metabolic and Functional Medicine Health Practitioner (ABAAHP) through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M).

• Board certification in advanced medical nutrition therapy through the Board of Certified Nutritionist Specialists.

• Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSHS) in Integrative Medicine at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

• Dr. Daniel Amen’s Brain Health Coaching Certification Program

• Dr. Dale Bredesen’s RECODE Practitioner Certification for reversing cognitive decline due to Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

Shane is not a physician and does not diagnose or treat disease. His tools, expertise, and training are directed toward empowering patients to take more control over their health outcomes by adopting new habits and using proven resources to help activate the body’s own natural healing capacities. Shane and Dr. Melita collaborate on patient care plan development, in-clinic therapies, and at-home lifestyle strategies so that each patient receives the treatment and empowerment opportunities they need to achieve their health goals.

Shane serves on the board of directors for Wipe Out Kids Cancer, a non-profit organization dedicated to research and development for rare pediatric cancers.

Raj Kakar, MD, is a snoring and sleep apnea specialist at Dallas Sleep, with locations in Plano and McKinney, Texas, who absolutely loves his work. His passion for helping others get the treatment they need to improve their sleep health and well-being is documented by his dedication to his patients and the DFW community. Since 2006, Dr. Kakar has been managing Dallas Sleep, also known as the Dallas Center for Sleep Disorders. Over the years, due to the success of the quality of service provided, Dallas Sleep has grown and had several locations to improve access to our community. 

Dr. Kakar also founded Snoring & Fatigue Center, a Sleep Health clinic created to provide affordable access to quality Sleep Health care for those with high deductible insurance plans and those who are uninsured. With Snoring & Fatigue Center, Dr. Kakar and his team have shown their commitment to helping more people get the Sleep Health care they need.

Dr. Kakar completed his Bachelor of Science degree at Louisiana State University and his Medical Doctorate and Masters in Public Health degrees from Tulane University. Having completed sleep health fellowship training at the highly regarded Stanford University Sleep Center of Excellence, Dr. Kakar has a masterful knowledge of all sleep disorders. And with his background in internal medicine, he also has an expert understanding of the impact of sleep health problems on cardiovascular, metabolic, and cognitive health. Some of his areas of expertise include snoring, sleep apnea, insomnia, chronic fatigue, daytime sleepiness, and narcolepsy.

“I love what I do because I get to help people sleep better and feel better, in just a few weeks’ time. It is such a wonderful thing to be able to see such a tremendous improvement in someone’s quality of sleep and daytime energy level in such a short period of time. It never gets old. I am blessed to be able to serve my community in this way,” said Dr. Kakar. 

As a childhood asthmatic, I spent many hours in emergency rooms and doctors' offices. I witnessed firsthand the fragmented care faced by uninsured and underinsured patients in my diverse community. My parents’ faith inspired them to work for a better future for me and our community, instilling in me a lens of hope and servant leadership. I studied comparative biology at Tulane University and pursued neurobiology at Yale. After graduate school, I attended Harvard Medical School and completed a residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. I view medicine as my calling; primary care is my passion because it combines restoration, education, counseling, and advocacy. For over 30 years, I have been dedicated to public health in communities worldwide, including West Africa and Haiti. In the last 19 years, I have worked as a board-certified internist in Dallas and Austin, focusing on reducing health disparities related to COVID-19, hypertension, diabetes, and HIV.

Shahnaz Begum, MD, FACC, is a Board-certified cardiovascular disease specialist. She is an experienced physician who has been practicing cardiology for over 15 years. 

Dr. Begum received her medical degree from State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical College in New York. She subsequently completed 3 years of training in Internal Medicine followed by another 3 years of specialized training in Cardiovascular disease/cardiology. She then worked at SUNY Downstate as a faculty physician and Assistant Professor of Cardiology until she moved to Dallas. After that she worked at Texas Health Resource and Plano Presbyterian Hospital for several years as an attending Cardiologist. Since then, she has been providing outstanding cardiac care at Heart Care located in Frisco, Texas. 

Dr. Begum has exceptional knowledge and skills. She excels in diagnosing and treating heart conditions including heart failure, coronary artery disease (CAD), valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, and many more. She also believes in prevention and therefore focuses on hypertension, cholesterol and multiple other conditions that can lead to heart diseases.  

In addition to assuring that her patients benefit from cutting-edge new technology, Dr. Begum is compassionate and values their time. She ensures patients have a minimal wait while maximizing the time she spends with each person. She is an excellent listener and her patients love her for her thoroughness and personalized care that she provides to them.

At Heart Care, Dr. Begum offers exceptional care and ensures that her patients’ concerns are properly addressed. She welcomes her patients and looks forward to improving their heart health.

Sunil Modi, MD of Express Family Clinic is board-certified in both family medicine and geriatrics, which means he’s with you every step of the way as you journey through life. His goal is to provide primary care to people in Allen, Texas and the surrounding communities. His practice is personal, experienced, up-to-date, and, above all, comprehensive.

Dr. Modi earned his medical and surgical degrees at B.J. Medical College in Ahmedabad, India. After graduating, Dr. Modi came to the United States and completed his residency at Temple University/Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania in family practice. He then completed his residency in geriatric medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Not only is Dr. Modi certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Geriatrics Society, but he also holds memberships in the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the Texas Medical Association.

Throughout his education and medical career, Dr. Modi has been recognized for his customer service and awarded Best Resident and Exceptional Role Model for his residency. Dr Modi is recognized as one of D Magazine’s 2025 Best Doctors in Collin County. Dr Modi also recognized by United health as United Hero for the year 2024.

Dr. Modi, who speaks English, Hindi, and Gujarati, lives in Allen with his wife and two boys. In his spare time, he enjoys listening to music, reading, and practicing yoga.

Pradeep Parihar, MD has devoted his medical career to family medicine, with a subspecialty in sports medicine, to help patients at Express Family Clinic in Allen, Texas, lead long and active lives. With a relationship-first approach, Dr. Parihar works with his patients, both young and old, to monitor their health through holistic and preventive practices that keep them functioning at their very best during every stage of life.

Dr. Parihar earned his medical and surgical degrees at Shyam Shah Medical College in India and then traveled to the United States, where he completed his residency in family practice at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee. Not stopping there, Dr. Parihar received a fellowship in primary care sports medicine from St. Vincent Medical Center in Los Angeles.

To stay abreast of the best medical practices, Dr. Parihar became certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, and he holds memberships in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Texas Medical Association, and the Association of American Indian Physicians.

As a testament to his caring approach, Dr. Parihar has received awards from the American Registry for the Most Compassionate Doctor and Patient’s Choice Doctor. In 2016, he also received recognition as a World’s Top Doctor.

Katherine, a family nurse practitioner, has over 10 years of health care experience. She is dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient.

Katherine received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a minor in psychology in 2012 at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas. She continued her education at Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she received her family nurse practitioner credential and Master of Science in Nursing. Throughout her career, Katherine has cared for children with autism and spent many years working as a registered nurse in intensive care and interventional radiology.

With this experience, Katherine founded Grace Vitale Wellness, offering urgent care, chronic disease management, vaccines, minor procedures, drug screenings, and acute care services. The practice also provides an infusion center, physicals, obesity treatment, mental health care, hearing and vision screenings, and in-house lab testing. Grace Vitale Wellness values hands-on, highly interactive care, and Katherine considers her clients to be community partners and neighbors. 

Uchenna Ozuah, MD, is a compassionate and patient-focused caregiver. He is very caring, humble, highly respectful, and a good listener. He is proud to provide internal medicine services to patients throughout Aubrey, Texas, and the surrounding area at Zidon Internal Medicine.

 

A physician with over 11 years of experience in hospital medicine, Dr. Ozuah approaches care as a partnership with his patients and their families. He utilizes a holistic approach in order to achieve the best outcomes possible.

 

Dr. Ozuah graduated from Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, Nigeria, in 1992. His initial post-graduate training was in OB/GYN before he moved to the US. He completed his residency training in Internal Medicine and a fellowship at Metropolitan Hospital Center (New York Medical College). 

 

Dr. Ozuah is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Hospice, and Palliative Medicine. At Zidon Internal Medicine, his top priority is to consistently provide an enhanced and highly fulfilling patient experience. He also specializes in weight management and immigration physicals. 

 

Dr. Ozuah is happily married to his wife, and they have three lovely children. He loves to learn, travel, and spend lots of time with his family and friends.

Board-certified allergist-immunologist Thomas Fowler, MD, invests in cutting-edge technology continuing education to offer individualized, evidence-based care. Dr. Fowler completed his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he met his wife. He later earned his medical degree at UT Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas, before heading to Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, for an internal medicine residency. After finishing his residency, Dr. Fowler completed an allergy-immunology fellowship at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, Louisiana.

 

He has published multiple papers on various allergy and asthma topics, including rare conditions such as cereal anaphylaxis.

 

Dr. Fowler works with each patient to develop individualized care plans. In addition to medication, injectables, and immunotherapy, he helps patients avoid allergy and asthma triggers while preparing for emergency situations. Dr. Fowler ensures each patient has the tools they need to care for their chronic conditions.

 

With Dr. Fowler’s care and dedication, patients of all ages can lead healthier, more active lives regardless of asthma or allergies. Allergy and Asthma of Prosper and Celina fosters a friendly, supportive environment where every patient feels safe and heard. Dr. Fowler and his staff provide transparent pricing and easy access treatment to eliminate barriers to comprehensive care.

Dr Ibi is a compassionate physician who has been in practice for more than 18 years. She is a people-person and is much loved by her patients because of her love for patient education that helps them be more compliant and better involved in their own care.

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS:

• Interventional Cardiology
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Nuclear Cardiology
• Echocardiography
• Internal Medicine

HOSPITALS:

• Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lake Pointe
• Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
• Baylor Scott & White | The Heart Hospital - Denton
• Baylor Scott & White | The Heart Hospital - Plano
• Methodist Richardson Medical Center

EDUCATION:

• Fellowship, Interventional Cardiology:  Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Centers, NY
• Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease:  Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Centers, NY
• Residency, Internal Medicine: Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, NY
• Medical School, MD Degree:  SUNY Stonybrook School of Medicine, NY
• Undergraduate, BS Degree:  CUNY City College, NY

HONORS/AWARDS:

• Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Centers, New York (2007-2008)
• Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Centers, New York (2004-2007)
• Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, New York (2001-2004)
• SUNY Stonybrook School of Medicine, New York (1994-2001)
• CUNY City College, New York (1994-2001)

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS:

• Medical Executive Committee, Member - Baylor Scott and White Medical Center at Garland, Texas (2012-2018)
• American Heart Association/Fellows Society of Greater New York, Fellow Liaison – St. Vincent's Hospital, NY (2005-2006)

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• The Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, SCAI-Member (2007-present)
• North American Society of Cardiovascular Imaging, NASCI-Member (2006-present)
• American Society of Echocardiography, ASE-Member (2004-present)
• American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, ASNC-Affiliate Member (2004-present)
• American College of Cardiology, ACC-Member (2004-present)
• American Heart Association, AHA-Member (2004-present)
• American Medical Association, AMA-Member (2001-present)

PUBLICATIONS:

Research:

• Co-Investigator, "Vascular Supply of the Anterobasal Segment of the Left Ventricle, Retrospective review of 45 consecutive coronary angiography cases looking at the Anterobasal Segment contractility along with patency of the native Left Anterior Descending Artery and Left Internal Mammary Artery." (2005-2006)
• Co-Investigator, Worked with Dr.Thierry LeJemtel on the Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) study. The purpose of the project was to determine if BNP levels could be used to determine the cardiovascular status of patients with Congestive Heart Failure (2002)

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Presentations:

• Presentation: Pre-Op Clearance to the Anesthesia department at St.Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center. (2006)
• Electrocardiogram Interpretation for medical students and house staff at St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center/New York Medical College. (2004-2006)
• Over 100 presentations through out fellowship in case management conferences, cardiac catheterization conferences, M & M and cardiac surgical conferences, Journal club conferences, Cardiac Critical Care conferences, EP, Echo, EKG, CHF and Nuclear conferences