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Srinivas Vodnala, MD, FCCP, is a pulmonologist at Texas Multi-Specialty Group with offices in Cypress and the Methodist Willowbrook and Fallbrook neighborhoods of Houston, Texas. Dr. Vodnala is board certified in internal medicine, critical care, and pulmonary disease.

Dr. Vodnala began his medical career at Kasturba Medical College in Manipal, India, where he earned his medical degree. He then completed his residency training at Saint Vincent's Catholic Medical Center in New York City. He finished his postdoctoral clinical education with fellowships at Saint Vincent's Catholic Medical Center and Albert Einstein Medical Center.

Dr. Vodnala is a member of the American College of Chest Physicians, the American Thoracic Society, and the Society of Critical Care Medicine. He is also a member of the Harris County Medical Society and the Texas Medical Association, the largest county and state medical associations in the nation.

For top-quality, evidence-based care in the Houston area, call one of the offices or schedule an appointment today.

Lakshmy V. Ayyar, MD, FCCP is a pulmonologist at Texas Multi-Specialty Group with one office in Cypress and two in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ayyar is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, critical care, and sleep medicine. Her special interests include pulmonary disease and sleep medicine.

A native of India, Dr. Ayyar’s path to her medical career began at MGM Institute of Health Sciences in Kamothe, Navi Mumbai, where she earned her medical degree. She then came to the United States to complete residency training at the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York. She rounded out her postdoctoral clinical education with a fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

Dr. Ayyar enjoys helping her patients at Texas Multi-Specialty Group. When she isn’t practicing medicine, she is active in medical and professional societies, including the Texas Medical Association and the Harris County Medical Society.

Dileep Puppala, MD, FCCP, FAASM, is a pulmonologist at Texas Multi-Specialty Group, located in Houston and Cypress, Texas. Dr. Puppala is board certified in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. He has been in practice for 12 years throughout northwest Houston. 

Dr. Puppala earned his medical degree from Andhra Pradesh University Of Medical Sciences in India. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Saint Vincent's Catholic Medical Center in New York City. Following residency, Dr. Puppala completed a sleep fellowship at Sleep and Wake Disorder Center at New York Hospital - Cornell University, and two pulmonary and critical care fellowships at Memorial Sloan-Kettering and The New York Hospital Medical Center of Queens.

Dr. Puppala has extensive experience in medical leadership. He served as the Medical Director of the medical and surgical intensive care department, the Medical Director of respiratory therapy, and the Chairman of the critical care committee at Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. Since 2004, Dr. Puppala has held the position of Medical Director of the sleep disorder center at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center in Harris County, Texas. He is also a member of Infection Control and Pharmacy and Therapeutics, Co-Director of Critical Care Services and Respiratory Therapy Departments, and Co-Chairman of Critical Care Committee at North Cypress Medical Center in Cypress, Texas.

Dr. Puppala remains active in his field and holds memberships with many professional organizations. He is a member of the American College of Chest Physicians, the American Medical Association, the Texas Medical Association, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin. 

Dr. Puppala has special interests in complicated sleep-disordered breathing, narcolepsy, parasomnias, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolism, interstitial lung diseases, lung cancer, pneumonia, asthma, and more. He performs specialized procedures including bronchoscopy with transbronchial lung biopsies, complicated airway management, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement, and pulmonary artery catheter placement. He interprets pulmonary function tests, methacholine challenge tests, cardiopulmonary stress tests, diagnostic sleep studies, CPAP titration studies, and multiple sleep latency tests. 

When he’s not working, Dr. Puppala enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons. His hobbies include traveling, tennis, reading about world affairs, and cooking.

Harman Kular, MD specializes in critical care and pulmonary medicine. He is board certified in internal medicine and pulmonary medicine and board eligible in critical care. Dr. Kular completed all of his medical educaton and training through Baylor College of Medicine, which allowed him to practice in a wide variety of settings within the Texas Medical Center, including the Harris Health System and the Veterans Affairs Health System. He believes in providing evidence-based, patient-centered care and has experience with a full spectrum of pulmonary conditions including infectious diseases as well as pleural and lung malignancies. 

Dr. Kular was born and raised in South Texas. He is a proud Houstonian, a faithful Astros fan and a Tex-Mex connoisseur. He lives in Houston with his wife, Sonia, and puppy, Sammy. 

Keilah Ford, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, is a skilled, practiced, and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Keilah sees patients at KADDs Wellness in Houston, Texas.

She always takes a holistic approach to understanding the mental health challenges people of all ages face and is passionate about treating the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. 

Keilah has over 20 years of experience in psychiatric nursing. She is deeply committed to embracing holistic mental health care.

Since a young age, Keilah has felt a calling to nurture and assist others, which led me to pursue nursing. She strongly desired to make a difference in mental health and pursued a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). She specialized in psychiatric care, alongside obtaining certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C).

Her treatment philosophy revolves around integrating spiritual, mental, social, physical, and emotional aspects, fostering open communication and trust with patients.

As a mental health advocate, Keilah equips patients with knowledge and combats stigmas for the benefit of people everywhere. Her motto, 'Be kind to your mind,' reflects an unwavering dedication to promoting mental well-being and fostering a compassionate society.

Keilah’s journey serves as a shining example of compassionate health care, inspiring hope and healing for a healthier world.

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.

Jennifer Martin, MD, serves patients in Pearland, Texas as a dermatologist at Elite Dermatology. She offers medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatological services with emphasis on both adult and pediatric dermatology.

Dr. Martin grew up in North Florida. She has always been an exceptional student, starting early when she was elected to the Cambridge University International School program while in high school. After which, she received a full scholarship to the University of Central Florida with a double major in Microbiology & Molecular biology and Mathematics.

She continued at the University of Central Florida for medical school where she graduated in the top 10% of her class. During her time there, she was elected as “Chief Peer Academic Coach,” heading a tutoring and mentoring program for underclassmen. Additionally, she was inducted into the esteemed Alpha Omega Alpha honor society, a society for the top medical students in the country, and Gold Humanism society, a society recognizing excellence in clinical care, leadership, compassion, and dedication to service.

Prior to starting her dermatology residency, Dr. Martin was selected for a well-regarded research fellowship where she was involved in over 15 clinical trials and authored numerous research articles. She strives to remain up to date on the most advanced medical treatments. Dr. Martin has a new born, Jacquelyn.

Dr. Martin completed her internship and dermatology residency at Baylor College of Medicine, where she was selected as chief resident. She scored among the top in the country on her dermatology in-training exams. During her training, she published numerous peer-reviewed articles and continues to stay active with the American Academy of Dermatology, Texas Dermatological Society and Houston Dermatological Society.

Dr. Martin is kind, tenacious, and charismatic. Her extensive dermatological training, clinical research experience, and outstanding bedside manner provides patients with competent, compassionate, and individualized care.

In her free time, Dr. Martin enjoys spending time with her husband, Jason, and two Dogo Argentinos, Ghost and Bellatrix. She enjoys all outdoor activities and large family gatherings.

For before and afters and educational posts, follow Dr. Jennifer Martin: @docmartin.derm.