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Vivian Young, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a skilled and practiced board-certified and licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Lifespan Psychiatry & Wellness Center in Houston, Texas. Vivian is devoted to providing the highest standard of mental health for patients across their lifespan.

She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). She graduated Cum Laude from Texas Woman’s University in Houston, Texas, followed by a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Since 2020, Vivian has served as a PMHNP Student Preceptorship, performing the Preceptor role to students.

With over 15 years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN), Vivian has a particular interest in psychiatry and mental health, quality assurance (QA), home health care, skilled nursing, case management, medical/surgical care, and long-term acute care (LTAC).

As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Vivian leads with medication management as a primary form of treatment. However, she can also provide support therapy in combination.

She consults with psychiatrists on cases beyond the scope of nurse practitioner qualification. She works with other staff, such as therapists and social workers, to determine diagnoses and develop the best care plan. She also collaborates with other mental health professionals and primary care providers to discuss treatment plans and patient progress.

Vivian tailors each patient’s treatment plan to individual health needs and conditions. She utilizes her educational achievements and clinical experience for continued growth, enhancement, innovation, and diversity, aiming to deliver personalized and quality care to clients consistently.

She is passionate about educating patients and families on behaviors related to mental disorders, advocates for mental health clients and their families, and facilitates therapy and crisis response to clients.

Darshan Anandu, MD, is an experienced gastroenterologist at GI Specialists of Houston, LLP, with several convenient locations in Baytown, North Loop, Houston, and Humble, Texas. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive, individualized care to his patients.

Dr. Anandu ​earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. He then completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. During his last year, he served as chief resident. Afterward, Dr. Anandu served as a clinical fellow in the Division of Gastroenterology at McGovern Medical School, part of the University of Texas Houston Medical School.

He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology.

Dr. Anandu welcomes new and existing patients to GI Specialists of Houston, LLP, and looks forward to partnering with them on their health journey. Schedule an appointment by calling the office or booking online today. 

Satish Iduru, MD, is a highly skilled gastroenterologist at GI Specialists of Houston, LLP, with several convenient locations in Baytown, North Loop, Houston, and Humble, Texas. He is excited to provide the very best in gastroenterology care for his patients.

Dr. Iduru completed both his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in gastroenterology at MetroHealth, affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, in Cleveland, Ohio. He also completed additional training in capsule endoscopy and Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology. 

Dr. Iduru is a fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology and a member of the American Medical Association, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the American College of Gastroenterology.

He is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to GI Specialists of Houston, LLP. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Iduru, call the office or book a consultation online today.

Sunil K. Saraf, MD, FACAAI, FAAAAI is a board-certified allergist and immunologist who works with patients seeking relief from a wide range of conditions at The Allergy Clinic. He spends significant time with each patient to ensure he has explained their condition clearly and has answered all of their questions.

After completing his medical schooling at Banaras Hindu University’s Institute of Medical Sciences, one of the premier medical colleges in India, Dr. Saraf completed his internal medicine internship and residency at Queens Hospital Center, a program affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, followed by a fellowship in allergy and immunology at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Dr. Saraf has served as vice president of the Kentucky chapter of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI). He is a fellow of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and is board-certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. He is the recipient of a Bridges to Excellence – Asthma Care Recognition Program, which identifies clinicians who deliver high-value asthma care to patients. Dr. Saraf was recently voted Best Allergist/Immunologist in Houston by H Texas Magazine readers.

Dr. Saraf sees patients at our Pasadena office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.  As an allergy sufferer himself, Dr. Saraf personally understands how someone's quality of life can be affected by ongoing allergy ailments.

I am dedicated to promoting health and wellness through proactive measures, early detection, and evidence-based interventions. I enjoy helping patients in making informed decisions about their health, and empowers them to take control of their well-being with regular screenings, healthy lifestyle choices, immunizations, and other preventative measures to avert potential health issues before they become serious concerns.

Tsegaw Egziti, MD, is a Consultant Nephrologist at Houston Kidney Specialists Center, which has four locations throughout Houston and Cypress, Texas. Dr. Egziti, was born in Ethiopia and graduated from Medical School at Gondar University, Ethiopia in 2005. He then moved to the United States and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Austin Regional Program. 

Once he achieved his Diplomate in Internal Medicine, Dr. Egziti knew nephrology deeply interested him and he has remained passionate about it throughout his career. Dr. Egziti subsequently sought and was selected for a nephrology fellowship position at the highly reputed University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, Texas. After completing his fellowship, he practiced Nephrology in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, before relocating to the warm weather of Houston, Texas. He chose to join Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC) in 2019 as he was looking for a group of hardworking, young, dynamic physicians, all of whom had trained in well-acclaimed universities. In addition, the group strongly shared his vision and belief of just not having the knowledge, but applying it, every day in their practice with tremendous care and compassion.

He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in both internal medicine and nephrology. He has been part of various committees, including the Critical Care Committee and Pharmacy and Therapeutics committees. Dr. Egziti’s patients have often expressed that they regard him as a very compassionate and caring physician who lays a strong emphasis on medical care to improve quality of life. He has established himself in the community as an endearing physician with his pleasant nature. Dr. Egziti’s expertise in nephrology is consistently sought after by physicians, nurse practitioners, patients, and their families alike, for his immense knowledge, communication skills, and the empathetic care that he renders. 

Outside of work, he enjoys reading, sports, playing guitar and piano, as well as spending time with his beautiful family.

Shashank Singh, MD, is one of the skilled physicians practicing at Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC), which has four locations – three in Cypress and one in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Singh was born in India and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, from the young age of 1 year. He received his bachelor's degree in biology from Kennesaw State University and received his medical degree from St. George's University in 2014. He later completed his internal medicine residency in Brooklyn, New York. He finished his residency in 2017 and worked at LSU - Shreveport for some time as an internal medicine faculty associate professor. Deciding to specialize, he finished his nephrology fellowship from UT Health San Antonio and transplant nephrology fellowship from Emory University. Dr. Singh demonstrates a strong belief in providing the best care for his patients as he would want for his own family. He strives to provide excellence with kindness to all his patients.

In his spare time, he enjoys the outdoors by running and hiking and enjoys working on automobiles. He comes to Houston, Texas, with his wife - a native of Houston and an intensivist. He and his wife are blessed with a daughter.

Jonathan Pankow, MD, is one of the skilled nephrologists practicing at Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC), which has four locations – two in Cypress and two in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Pankow was born and raised in Wichita, Kansas, by two parent-physicians. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry with Summa Cum Laude honors at Baylor University in 2010. He then returned to Kansas, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine at Kansas University School of Medicine in 2014 and was elected into the AΩA honor society. He then completed a subsequent residency in internal medicine at KU Medicine-Wichita from 2014-2017, during which he earned outstanding PGY-1 and PGY-2 awards and served as PGY-3 Chief Resident. 

After working with sound hospitalists in his hometown, Dr. Pankow returned south to Houston, Texas, where he completed his nephrology fellowship at UT Houston from 2018-2020. In recognition of his leadership qualities, excellent communication skills among his colleagues, and compassionate care to his patients, Dr. Pankow was made the Chief Fellow. He strongly believes that having the most current knowledge and diligently coordinating with medical team members are paramount in providing the best possible care for his patients just as he would his own family and friends. He joined HKSC in July 2020, seeking a team of doctors with a similar philosophy of patient care.

Dr. Pankow enjoys spending time with his wife – an infectious disease specialist – and his daughter and son. He is an avid runner and enjoys fitness with a focus on calisthenics in his spare time. He qualified for the Boston Marathon and remains competitive in running and fitness.

Sunil K. Saraf, MD, FACAAI, FAAAAI is a board-certified allergist and immunologist who works with patients seeking relief from a wide range of conditions at The Allergy Clinic. He spends significant time with each patient to ensure he has explained their condition clearly and has answered all of their questions.

After completing his medical schooling at Banaras Hindu University’s Institute of Medical Sciences, one of the premier medical colleges in India, Dr. Saraf completed his internal medicine internship and residency at Queens Hospital Center, a program affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, followed by a fellowship in allergy and immunology at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Dr. Saraf has served as vice president of the Kentucky chapter of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI). He is a fellow of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and is board-certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. He is the recipient of a Bridges to Excellence – Asthma Care Recognition Program, which identifies clinicians who deliver high-value asthma care to patients. Dr. Saraf was recently voted Best Allergist/Immunologist in Houston by H Texas Magazine readers.

Dr. Saraf sees patients at our Pasadena office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.  As an allergy sufferer himself, Dr. Saraf personally understands how someone's quality of life can be affected by ongoing allergy ailments.

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. 

Maria Scouros, MD

Board-Certified Medical Oncologist

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Maria Scouros, MD, founded the Houston Cancer Institute, PA, which has three locations in Houston, in 1984. She is certified by the American Board of Medical Oncology, with an international reputation for practicing state-of-the-art medicine with a commitment to excellence. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Texas Medical Association and Harris County Medical Society, and MD Anderson Alumni. 

Dr. Scouros received her training in medical oncology at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, after completing her medical training at the Royal Free Hospital Medical School in London, UK and her internal medicine training at Evangelismos Hospital, Athens, Greece. 

She also served on the faculty of M.D. Anderson Cancer Center before founding the Houston Cancer Institute, PA in West Houston. She is on the staff of multiple hospitals in Houston where she  provides consultation services. 

Dr. Scouros has brought new advances in cancer therapy to the Houston community she serves. Over the years, she has implemented new treatments, such as interleukin therapy, autologous bone marrow transplantation, monoclonal antibodies, and anti-angiogenesis therapy, in addition to making available new chemotherapy and targeted agents and other regimens to all of her patients. Her reputation for integrating a multi-modality approach to the care of her patients ensures them access to all the tools that are available to fight their cancer.

Being multilingual, Dr. Scouros helps patients from around the world understand their options and treatment plans in their own language. Family members and caregivers are included in her care and compassion. She respects and answers their questions and concerns.

No one wants cancer, but patients can find comfort in Dr. Scouros’ knowledge, compassion, and personal care when it strikes. At the Houston Cancer Institute, the journey to health is a partnership between physician and patient.

Dr. Scouros is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to welcoming them to Houston Cancer Institute.

 

Kozhaya Sokhon, MD is a highly-skilled and well-respected cardiologist who serves residents in the Houston metropolitan area from his offices at AdvaCardio in Houston and The Woodlands, Texas with 15 years of experience. This talented physician is board certified in interventional cardiology and cardiovascular disease.

Dr. Sokhon specializes in minimally-invasive diagnostic and interventional procedures that include cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement, and other nonsurgical techniques to care for patients with heart disease. These advanced therapies offer his patients optimal results without the need for traditional open-heart surgery.

After completing his residency in internal medicine at Staten Island University Hospital in New York, Dr. Sokhon completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He then pursued further training and certification in electrophysiology and interventional cardiology at SUNY Downstate Medical Center.

Dr. Sokhon is passionate about helping his patients overcome the debilitating effects of heart disease through early diagnosis and intervention and has a special interest in preventing sudden cardiac death. His overarching goal is to serve his patients to the best of his ability with the most advanced cardiac care available.

Click here to watch a video on Tracy's story and Dr. Sokhon's part. 

Dr. Sokhon, is a member of the Harris County Medical Society and the Texas Medical Association, the largest county and state medical associations in the nation. Committed to improving health for all Texans. 

 

Dr. Blessy Jacob is a Doctoral educated NP who specializes in Internal Medicine and Primary Care. She comes to the table with over a decade of experience in her field and has been in administrative and supervisory positions in the past. She is renowned for her extensive experience and success in treating a wide array of different medical conditions. Dr. Jacob is dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to all of her patients. She is equipped with enthusiasm, diligence, and various tools that she will employ to provide superior care to all.

Tsegaw Egziti, MD, is a Consultant Nephrologist at Houston Kidney Specialists Center, which has four locations throughout Houston and Cypress, Texas. Dr. Egziti, was born in Ethiopia and graduated from Medical School at Gondar University, Ethiopia in 2005. He then moved to the United States and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Austin Regional Program. 

Once he achieved his Diplomate in Internal Medicine, Dr. Egziti knew nephrology deeply interested him and he has remained passionate about it throughout his career. Dr. Egziti subsequently sought and was selected for a nephrology fellowship position at the highly reputed University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, Texas. After completing his fellowship, he practiced Nephrology in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, before relocating to the warm weather of Houston, Texas. He chose to join Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC) in 2019 as he was looking for a group of hardworking, young, dynamic physicians, all of whom had trained in well-acclaimed universities. In addition, the group strongly shared his vision and belief of just not having the knowledge, but applying it, every day in their practice with tremendous care and compassion.

He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in both internal medicine and nephrology. He has been part of various committees, including the Critical Care Committee and Pharmacy and Therapeutics committees. Dr. Egziti’s patients have often expressed that they regard him as a very compassionate and caring physician who lays a strong emphasis on medical care to improve quality of life. He has established himself in the community as an endearing physician with his pleasant nature. Dr. Egziti’s expertise in nephrology is consistently sought after by physicians, nurse practitioners, patients, and their families alike, for his immense knowledge, communication skills, and the empathetic care that he renders. 

Outside of work, he enjoys reading, sports, playing guitar and piano, as well as spending time with his beautiful family.

Shashank Singh, MD, is one of the skilled physicians practicing at Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC), which has four locations – three in Cypress and one in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Singh was born in India and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, from the young age of 1 year. He received his bachelor's degree in biology from Kennesaw State University and received his medical degree from St. George's University in 2014. He later completed his internal medicine residency in Brooklyn, New York. He finished his residency in 2017 and worked at LSU - Shreveport for some time as an internal medicine faculty associate professor. Deciding to specialize, he finished his nephrology fellowship from UT Health San Antonio and transplant nephrology fellowship from Emory University. Dr. Singh demonstrates a strong belief in providing the best care for his patients as he would want for his own family. He strives to provide excellence with kindness to all his patients.

In his spare time, he enjoys the outdoors by running and hiking and enjoys working on automobiles. He comes to Houston, Texas, with his wife - a native of Houston and an intensivist. He and his wife are blessed with a daughter.

Jonathan Pankow, MD, is one of the skilled nephrologists practicing at Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC), which has four locations – two in Cypress and two in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Pankow was born and raised in Wichita, Kansas, by two parent-physicians. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry with Summa Cum Laude honors at Baylor University in 2010. He then returned to Kansas, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine at Kansas University School of Medicine in 2014 and was elected into the AΩA honor society. He then completed a subsequent residency in internal medicine at KU Medicine-Wichita from 2014-2017, during which he earned outstanding PGY-1 and PGY-2 awards and served as PGY-3 Chief Resident. 

After working with sound hospitalists in his hometown, Dr. Pankow returned south to Houston, Texas, where he completed his nephrology fellowship at UT Houston from 2018-2020. In recognition of his leadership qualities, excellent communication skills among his colleagues, and compassionate care to his patients, Dr. Pankow was made the Chief Fellow. He strongly believes that having the most current knowledge and diligently coordinating with medical team members are paramount in providing the best possible care for his patients just as he would his own family and friends. He joined HKSC in July 2020, seeking a team of doctors with a similar philosophy of patient care.

Dr. Pankow enjoys spending time with his wife – an infectious disease specialist – and his daughter and son. He is an avid runner and enjoys fitness with a focus on calisthenics in his spare time. He qualified for the Boston Marathon and remains competitive in running and fitness.

Lakshmi Reddy, MD, is a board-certified internist at Houston Internal Medicine Associates PA in Katy, Houston, and Cypress, Texas. Dr. Reddy provides primary care services to adults, specializing in treating diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and chronic fatigue.

Dr. Reddy earned her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at Gandhi Medical College and Hospital in Hyderabad, India, before going on to Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, where she did her residency.

Dr. Reddy is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is licensed in California and Texas and holds professional memberships from the American College of Physicians, Texas Medical Association, and the American Society of Internal Medicine. In 2011, Dr. Reddy was listed in America’s Top Physicians, and in 2013, she received an award in CMS Stage 1, EHR (electronic health record).

Dr. Reddy places great emphasis on preventive medicine and takes a personal interest in each patient, listening to them carefully in order to provide them with the best possible care. Dr. Reddy holds an affiliation with several hospitals in the Houston area, including Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, North Cypress Medical Center, Methodist West Houston Hospital, and St. Luke's Hospital at The Vintage.