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.
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 takes a “whole person”, holistic approach to care and 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 Kindred Southwest Hospital. In addition, Dr. Tio provide hospice care for patients at Universal Hospice.
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.
Viral Lathia, MD, is an interventional cardiologist at Complete Cardiac & Vascular Care in Mansfield, Texas. Dr. Lathia holds board certifications in nuclear cardiology, vascular interpretation, and interventional cardiology.
After completing his medical education at D Y Patil University School of Medicine in Navi Mumbai, India, Dr. Lathia relocated to the United States for a research experience at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. During this experience, Dr. Lathia worked with a team of mathematicians, chemists, chemical engineers, and critical care medicine attendings who were trying to make a control formula for a filtration device that removes harmful inflammatory markers during sepsis.
He then continued his medical training, completing his internal medicine residency at Louisiana State University in Lafayette, Louisiana. He went on to do his fellowship training in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology at Louisiana State University in New Orleans.
Throughout his fellowship training, Dr. Lathia continued to participate in research studies and has published or presented many of these studies to his peers.
Dr. Lathia is committed to the well-being of the community he serves. He was a team leader during the devastating earthquake in Gujarat, India, in 2003 and volunteered at the Heymann Shelter Home in Lafayette during Hurricane Gustav in 2008. Dr. Lathia also volunteered at the Lafayette Parish Community Clinic in Lafayette during his internal medicine residency.
Dr. Lathia holds medical licenses for several states, including Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. He speaks English, Gujarati, and Hindi.
Dr. Lathia has a special interest in cardiovascular disease because it centers around building long-lasting relationships with his patients and their families.
At Complete Cardiac & Vascular Care, Dr. Lathia provides access to qualified, preventive care and treatment for cardiovascular-related illnesses, such as congestive heart failure (CHF), peripheral artery disease (PAD), and heart attack. He also performs minimally invasive endovascular procedures to treat complex conditions.
Dr. Lathia lives in Mansfield with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he loves to travel, do yoga, and spend time with his family.
I am very passionate about helping my patients stay healthy by providing the tools, resources and education needed to help them make good , healthy and informed decisions. I believe that everyone has the power to improve their quality of life by making right choices about food, exercise , emotional well being and spirituality
Valiant Life Medical offers neuropathy care, regenerative medicine, physical therapy, and chiropractic care in one convenient location, serving the greater Fort Worth, Texas community. The amazing team of healthcare professionals at Valiant Life Medical helps people live healthier lives through an integrative approach to healing. Essentially all of the treatment plans are covered by Medicare and other major insurance plans.
With more than 35 years of combined experience, the team at Valiant Life Medical provides specialized care to patients of all ages, from preschool-aged children to senior adults. Their medical providers excel in treating joint and muscle pain with regenerative medicine products, various Hyaluronic Acid injection products, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) joint injections. They also offer trigger point injections.
The array of integrative healing methods at Valiant Life Medical helps patients find relief from a range of issues, including neuropathy, arthritis, sports injuries, neck, and back pain, without drugs or invasive procedures.
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Dr. Kofo Ekadi is an internist serving the Burleson, Texas area at her practice, Delta Medical Clinic. After graduating from medical school at the University of Lagos College of Medicine in her native Nigeria, Dr. Ekadi completed an internship at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC, and her residency in internal medicine at Greater Baltimore Medical Center in Maryland. After graduating in 1997, she practiced in Georgia before moving to Texas in 2000; she has since practiced in the Fort Worth, Burleson, and Cleburne areas. Dr. Ekadi's practice is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish, to better serve the diverse population of the area. She is board-certified in internal medicine and a member of the American College of Physicians, as well as several other medical societies. Dr. Ekadi's areas of special interest include diabetes mellitus ("sugar diabetes"), bariatric medicine (weight loss medicine), hypertension and erectile dysfunction. She feels strongly that with patient education and empowerment, people can take better care of themselves and improve their health.
Suchitra Kamineni, MD, serves a wide variety of patients with dedicated, leading-edge care from the comfort of her North Dallas Primary Care Doctors office in Frisco, Texas. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in both internal medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. She uses this expertise, along with years of experience, to help patients lead their healthiest, most fulfilling lives.
Dr. Kamineni earned her medical degree at Kakatiya Medical College in Warangal, India. Then, she completed her internal medicine residency at Michigan’s Sinai-Grace Hospital – Detroit Medical Center in Detroit. To further expand her abilities to serve her patients, she also completed a fellowship in hospice and palliative medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
Today, she leverages all of that training to bring far-reaching, personalized care to each patient she sees as she serves her Frisco community. Dr. Kamineni offers a wide range of health services, including osteoporosis screenings, EKGs, Pap smears, preventive screenings for multiple cancers, and treatment for both common and complex conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, and asthma. She also offers all of her patients annual well exams to keep them in top health.
Dr. Kamineni is an active member of the American College of Physicians, the Indian Medical Association, and the Andhra Pradesh Medical Association. She speaks English, Telugu, Hindi, and Urdu.
Dr. Berg has received many prestigious awards, including The Medical Book Award (sponsored by Merck Pharmaceuticals) honoring integrity, leadership skills and caring compassion for patients and peers. She has also gained recognition in the Bridges to Excellence program for diabetes care. Dr. Berg's patient say "She is a truly compassionate person and an extremely knowledgeable health care provider. She listens to your concerns, never makes you feel rushed." (Amber C. Health grades)
Ruby Samuel John, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician. She offers comprehensive care along with a warm bedside manner to patients at Texas Primary Care Specialists in Frisco, Texas.
Dr. John received her medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine in 2005. She completed her residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, earning the Most Humanistic award in 2009. Afterward, she was elected Chief Resident and remained an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University Hospital until 2011.
For the past ten years, Dr. John has prioritized providing quality primary care to uninsured patients. She was recognized at the Lone Star Cares Fundraising Gala with the Care and Compassion Award in 2014. Dr. John takes the time to listen to her patients, which she feels is the key to building trust. Her goal is to diagnose the root cause, not just treat the symptoms.
Dr. John stresses the importance of choosing a healthy lifestyle as the primary prevention of acute and chronic illnesses. In her free time, Dr. John enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and three active boys, running, and serving at her local church in Frisco.
“First of all, Dr. John is such a caring individual and I feel so comfortable with her Dr. John knows my history and remembers me always. That's a comfort for me. Her staff is wonderful so sweet and kind and always on time is to the lab is great. They're always able to Understand my stress. Thank you for everything.”
Duyen Hoang, PA-C is a born and raised Louisiana resident. She graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology and Biology. She earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Touro University Nevada
Certified by the National Commission on their Certification of Physician Assistants
Member of the American Association of Physician Associates;
Duyen has experience in family, internal, pediatrics, and urgent care. Duyen strives to provide the best care to her patients and ensures patient education is a priority. She has focused on well-exams, pediatric well-child appointments, chronic care management, preventative care, and urgent visits.
Mandeep Acharya, MD, has been practicing Internal Medicine in the Dallas–Fort Worth area since 2012. At Texas Primary Care Specialists, located in Frisco, Texas, he looks forward to providing compassionate care and quality service at the highest standards.
Dr. Acharya received his medical degree from Nepalgunj Medical College in Nepal in 2006. He completed his three-year Internal Medicine residency at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital, in Chicago, which is affiliated with the University Of Illinois Chicago.
Dr. Acharya is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
By incorporating an evidence-based approach to the Art of Medicine, Dr. Acharya provides individualized and highly personalized care to patients. He believes that the human body functions as a whole and a primary care doctor can connect the dots and coordinate the care for a patient with multiple physicians. He strives to prevent the fragmentation of medicine in current care models between hospitals, ERs, urgent care clinics, and specialists to prioritize and emphasize the health goals for his patients.
To better serve his patients, Dr. Acharya is fluent in English, Nepali, and Hindi.
Vini Bapna, MD, is an internal medicine specialist based in Frisco, Texas, committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to her patients. Dr. Bapna is thrilled to be part of the team at Texas Primary Care Specialists, where she aspires to foster enduring and healthy patient-provider relationships.
Dr. Bapna's journey in medicine started with her education at SMS Medical College, where she completed her internship training. She completed her residency at Mercy Hospital, where she further honed her expertise in internal medicine and patient care.
As a longstanding resident of Frisco, Dr. Bapna is deeply connected to the community she serves. Her genuine passion for preventative care aligns perfectly with her desire to assist patients in achieving and maintaining optimal health. With a warm and caring approach, she strives to develop strong bonds with her patients, becoming their trusted primary care provider.
Dr. Bapna's commitment to her field is underscored by her specialization in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine. This specialized focus equips her with the knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive care to a diverse range of patients, including seniors.
With a wealth of experience and a dedication to ongoing education and patient-centered care, Dr. Bapna is a valuable asset to Texas Primary Care Specialists. Her role in promoting health, preventing illness, and enhancing the well-being of her patients makes her an integral part of the Frisco community's healthcare landscape.
“Dr. Was very knowledgeable to my concerns. She was thorough. Nice patient congeniality. Recommended I see a Dermatologist because of some dry spots on arms and ears.”
Madiha is a Physician Assistant, a dedicated medical provider with solid training in clinical medicine & outpatient management, with 4+ years of experience in patient care.
Dr. Rehman is a dedicated pulmonologist and sleep physician with a passion for improving the respiratory health and sleep quality of her patients. She is committed to delivering compassionate and expert care to individuals seeking respiratory and sleep solutions.
At Prime Heart and Vascular, with convenient locations in Plano and Allen, Texas, Dr. Rehman strives to make a positive impact on the well-being of her patients and the surrounding communities. She is proud to serve the greater Dallas, Texas area by offering specialized care that addresses the complexities of respiratory and sleep-related disorders.
Respiratory and sleep issues can have a significant impact on one's quality of life. Dr. Rehman is dedicated to creating a warm and supportive environment for her patients at Prime Heart and Vascular, taking the time to thoroughly explain diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures.
Dr. Rehman is board-certified in Pulmonary Medicine and completed her Pulmonary Fellowship at Baylor University Medical Center and her Sleep Medicine Fellowship at UT Southwestern.
Join us at Prime Heart and Vascular to experience the difference in respiratory and sleep care. Dr. Rehman and her team are here to help you breathe easier and sleep better, so you can enjoy a healthier and more restful life.
Chief Fellow, Interventional Cardiology: Ascension Saint John Hospital, Detroit, MI
Fellowship, Interventional Cardiology: Ascension Saint John Hospital, Detroit, MI
Chief Fellow, General Cardiology: Ascension Saint John Hospital, Detroit, MI
Fellowship, General Cardiology: Ascension Saint John Hospital, Detroit, MI
Chief Resident, Internal Medicine: Case Western Reserve University/St. Vincent Charity Medical Center, OH
Residency, Internal Medicine: Case Western Reserve University/St. Vincent Charity Medical Center, OH
Residency, Internal Medicine: Damascus University Hospitals/Al-Assad and Al-Mouasat Hospitals, Syria
Medical School, MD Degree: Al-Ba´ath University, Faculty of Medicine, Homs, Syria
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:
Fellow, Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI)
Fellow, American college of Cardiology (FACC)
PUBLICATIONS:
Alasaad et al.. "Association of Race with Long-term Outcomes in Patients undergoing Popliteal and Infrapopliteal Percutaneous Peripheral Arterial Intervention." Cardiovasc Revasc Med. 2018 Oct 11. pii: S1553-8389(18)30454-8. doi: 10.1016/j.carrev.2018.10.014. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30401590
"Cardiogenic Shock Complicating Acute Myocardial Infarction Treated With Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Supported by Impella: Implications of Advanced Age and Refractory Shock on Outcomes" Crit Care Explor. 2021 Jun 11;3(6):e0447. doi: 10.1097/CCE.0000000000000447. eCollection 2021 Jun. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34136823/
Poster Presentations:
Alasaad Mohammad MD, Gordin Justin L. MD, Nagarajan Vijay MD and Tang W. H. Wilson MD. "Correlates of Spirometry to Invasively Measured Pulmonary Arterial Hemodynamics in Advanced Chronic Heart Failure". Poster presented at: 9th Annual Scientific meeting of the Heart Failure Society of America (September 26-29, National Harbor, MD).; National Harbor, MD. (2015).
Mohammad Alasaad MD, Anwar Zaitoun MD, Hussein Othman MD, Suzan Szpunar PhD , Howard S. Rosman MD , Rajendra H. Mehta MD MS , Hiroshi Yamasaki MD. "Association of Race with Long-term Outcomes in Patients undergoing Popliteal and Infra-popliteal Percutaneous Peripheral Arterial Interventions" Poster presented at: AHA American Heart Association (November 13th, Anaheim, CA). (2017).
Fellowship, Interventional Cardiology: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Residency, Internal Medicine: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Medical School, MD Degree: Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth, Richmond, Virginia
Graduate School, Masters of Science in Physiology Degree: Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth, Richmond, Virginia
Undergraduate, Bachelors of Science in Biology Degree (Departmental Honors): Mary Washington College, Fredericksburg, Virginia
PROCEDURAL SKILLS:
Complex Coronary & Peripheral Interventions
Heart Catheterizations
Percutaneous Support Devices (Impella, IABP)
Venous Reflux Disease & Ablation Therapy
TAVR
PUBLICATIONS/MEDIA:
Publications:
Brown WR, Levine, G. “Chest Pains and Angina”. In Levine, G, Cardiology Secrets (4th , pp. 110-116). Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders. (2014).
Salloum FN, Abbate A, Houser J, Mudrick C, Roy S, Brown WR, Qureshi I, Prabhakar S and Kukreja R. “Sildenafil (Viagra) Attenuates Ischemic Cardiomyopathy and Improves Left Ventricular Function in Mice”. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol. 2008 Mar;294(3):H1398-406. Epub. Jan 25, 2008.
Majid M, Brown WR, Divakaran V, Virani S. “Pulmonic Valve Endocarditis, A Case Report.” Submitted to Texas Heart Inst Journal.
Divakaran VG, Brown WR, Virani S. “Images in Echocardiography: A Freely Floating Saphenous Vein Graft.” Echocardiography. Vol 26. Aug, 2009.
Brown WR. Assisted Drs. R. Kukreja and F. Salloum in the investigation of PDE-5 inhibitors and their role in cardio protection. “Chronic Inhibition of PDE-5 with Sildenafil (Viagra) Attenuates Ischemic Cardiomyopathy and Improves Left Ventricular Function in Mice”. 2007.
Brown WR. Worked with Dr. T. Duane (Trauma Surgery) in the Medical College of Virginia Emergency Department. This research considered the value of pelvic/cervical spine films, and outcomes in various patient populations, including the obese and the diabetic patient. “The Role and Influence of Plain Films and Patient Demographics on Outcomes in the Trauma Bay." 2006.
Brown WR. Worked with Dr. J. Feher to complete a thesis in physiology research. “Continuous Chemiluminescent Measurement of Superoxide in Intact Rat Hearts During Ischemia-Reperfusion.” 2002-2003.
Brown WR. As a candidate for Biology departmental honors, worked with Dr. K. Loesser to complete a thesis in biological research. In May of 2001, presented research to the Virginia Academy of Science. The work subsequently appeared in the Academy’s publication. “Vitamin E: Efficacy of Gamma-Tocopherol vs. Alpha-Tocopherol in Atherosclerosis Prevention.” 2000-2001.
Poster Presentations:
Oliver PA, Brown WR, Regan C, Stoltzfus J, Ornato JP. “Correlation Between Heart Rate in Pre-Hospital Patients In Atrial Fibrillation With Rapid Ventricular Response And Blood Serum Magnesium Levels”. AAEM meeting, Las Vegas, NV. Feb 2010.
Salloum F, Abbate A, Brown WR, Hoke N, Kukreja RC. “Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors Reduce Myocardial Infarction, Apoptosis and Improve Post Ischemic Ventricular Function in Female Mice”. ACC meeting, Chicago, IL. March, 2008.
Fellowship, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
Residency, Internal Medicine: University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, AZ
Medical School, MD Degree: Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
Undergraduate, BS in Chemical Engineering: University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
Undergraduate, BS in Chemistry: University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
Undergraduate, Spanish Language Internship: Universidad de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain, Spanish Language Internship
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:
American College of Cardiology
American College of Physicians
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
American Medical Student Association
American Medical Association
HONORS/AWARDS:
Louisiana Chapter ACC FIT Jeopardy: First Place (2020)
Louisiana Chapter ACC FIT Jeopardy: First Place (2019)
Resident Research Academic Excellence Day Banner University Medical Center: First Place (2017)
High Value Competition Award Banner University Medical Center: First Place (2016)
PGY-1 Poster ACP Arizona Chapter Scientific Meeting: First Place (2015)
Medical University of South Carolina: Research Grant Awarded (2014)
University of South Carolina: Dean's List (2002-2007)
PUBLICATIONS:
Shao, Wanda; Drutel, Robert; Weiss, Jessica; Gerkin, Richard; et al. “QTc Prolongation Associated with Psychiatric Medications: A Retrospective Cross-sectional Study of Adult Behavioral Health Inpatients”. J Clin Psychopharmacol. 2019 Jan/Feb;39(1):72-77.
Drutel R.; Payne J.; Glancy L. “Bradycardia in a Man with Hypertension”. American Journal of Cardiology. Oct. 2019.
Jakkoju A.; Drutel R.; Ahmed J.; Cox-Alomar P.; Lelorier P.; Glancy L. “Myocarditis Presenting as Sudden Cardiac Death”. Journal of the Louisiana State Medical Society. 2019.
Kern J.; Drutel R.; Leanhart S.; Bogacz M.; Pacholczyk R. "Reduction of T cell receptor diversity in NOD mice prevents development of type 1 Diabetes but not Sjögren’s syndrome". PLoS One. 2014 Nov 7;9(11).
Drutel, R.; Jain, N.; Helmcke, F. “Chemotherapy Responsive Apical Left Ventricular Metastasis from Renal Cell Carcinoma". (2020, Accepted).
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