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Dr. Douglas LaCour grew up locally, graduating from Klein Forest High School. He then earned his Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Texas in Austin and his Medical Degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. LaCour has been in private practice in the Spring area since 2000. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, the American College of Pediatrics and the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. In his free time, Dr. LaCour enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys all water activities, especially sailing, in which he is certified by the American Sailing Association.

Dr. Douglas LaCour grew up locally, graduating from Klein Forest High School. He then earned his Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Texas in Austin and his Medical Degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. LaCour has been in private practice in the Spring area since 2000. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, the American College of Pediatrics and the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. In his free time, Dr. LaCour enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys all water activities, especially sailing, in which he is certified by the American Sailing Association.

Dr. Douglas LaCour grew up locally, graduating from Klein Forest High School. He then earned his Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Texas in Austin and his Medical Degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. LaCour has been in private practice in the Spring area since 2000. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, the American College of Pediatrics and the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. In his free time, Dr. LaCour enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys all water activities, especially sailing, in which he is certified by the American Sailing Association.

Senait Adebo MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician at Sugar Land Pediatrics in Missouri City, Texas. Dr. Adebo uses a whole-person approach to health care, ensuring that your children receive high-quality, personalized care. She is committed to supporting your child’s physical, mental, and emotional health as they move through the unique stages of their childhood. 

Dr. Adebo pursued her post-graduate studies in tropical medicine and hygiene at The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. She then went on to attend the University of Gondar in Ethiopia for her medical education. After graduating, she completed a pediatric residency at the University of Minnesota. 

As a physician specializing in pediatrics, Dr. Adebo has received numerous awards, including “Texas Rising Stars,” “Top Doctor,” and “Texas Super Doctors” between 2018-2022. She is a member of the Texas Medical Board and the American Academy of Pediatrics. 

At Sugar Land Pediatrics, Dr. Adebo offers exceptional newborn and pediatric care for annual physicals and well-child checkups. She also provides counseling for nutrition, weight loss, and lifestyle changes, supporting you as a parent and encouraging your child to take those first steps into making positive habits for their health and well-being. 

Dr. Adebo understands that your child’s physical and mental wellness is important for their learning and development. She offers mental health support for conditions like attention/deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other health concerns your child may have. 

Schedule an appointment with Sugar Land Pediatrics by calling the office or booking online today to learn more about the pediatric services. Same-day appointments and telehealth visits are also available. 

Dr. Douglas LaCour grew up locally, graduating from Klein Forest High School. He then earned his Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Texas in Austin and his Medical Degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. LaCour has been in private practice in the Spring area since 2000. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, the American College of Pediatrics and the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. In his free time, Dr. LaCour enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys all water activities, especially sailing, in which he is certified by the American Sailing Association.

Dr. Douglas LaCour grew up locally, graduating from Klein Forest High School. He then earned his Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Texas in Austin and his Medical Degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. LaCour has been in private practice in the Spring area since 2000. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, the American College of Pediatrics and the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. In his free time, Dr. LaCour enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys all water activities, especially sailing, in which he is certified by the American Sailing Association.

Board-certified pediatrician Latresha McBride, MD, treats children of all ages at Calvary Medical Clinic in Cleveland and Humble, Texas. Since beginning her career as a physician in 2001, Dr. McBride has cared for thousands of patients. 

After earning her medical degree at Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, DC, Dr. McBride relocated to Galveston, Texas, to complete her pediatric residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch. She remained in Galveston for several years before joining Calvary Medical Clinic in 2013. 

Dr. McBride is known for her tireless efficiency in treatment, bedside manner, and dedication to communication with her patients and their families. Her medical philosophy is based on compassion, leading her to provide ample time for each patient to thoroughly answer any questions or concerns they or their caregivers may have. 

Her accolades include several Pediatric Academic Societies, the Pediatric Interest Association, Women in Medicine, and HUCM Bible Study. Her awards and notorieties include Sigma Gamma Rho, Beta Beta Beta Honor Society, American Pediatric Society Travel Award, Biology Academic Honors Award, Biology Achievement Award, First Honors, and Dean’s List.

Dr. McBride has received special training in Infectious Diseases at Texas Children’s Hospital. Her knowledge, experience, and dedication are virtually unmatched in the scope of Pediatric Medicine.

Lauren D. Weaver, M.D. is a board-certified child neurologist at THINK Neurology for Kids in Katy, Texas. With additional training in epilepsy, Dr. Weaver specializes in interpreting EEGs (brain wave studies) in children with known or suspected seizures and collaborates with the other providers at THINK Neurology for Kids to manage and treat childhood epilepsy.

Dr. Weaver completed medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, followed by a combined residency training in pediatrics and child neurology at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She later moved up to New York City for a fellowship in pediatric epilepsy at Columbia University. She has research experience in the study of malformations of cortical development and genetic epilepsies.

Originally from Austin, Texas, Dr. Weaver currently resides in Houston, Texas, with her husband and son. Prior to joining the THINK Neurology for Kids team in 2019, she was an assistant professor of neurology in the Departments of Child Neurology and Pediatric Epilepsy at Columbia University. While there, she treated patients in both the hospital and clinic settings, with additional responsibilities devoted to resident and medical student education.

Call THINK Neurology for Kids or use the online scheduling tool today to work with Dr. Weaver.

Cristina R. Marchesano, M.D., is a board-certified pediatrician who has specialized expertise in attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and child development. Dr. Marchesano diagnoses and treats patients at THINK Neurology for Kids, which has branches in The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and Austin, Texas.

Dr. Marchesano majored in biology and biochemistry, and molecular biology for her undergraduate studies at Houston Baptist University, earning a Bachelor of Science. After graduating in 2005, she enrolled at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston to complete her medical degree and was awarded the Annual Award for Excellence in Pediatrics in 2009.

Dr. Marchesano undertook her residency in pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston and Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital from 2009-2012 and served as chief resident of the pediatric residency program for a further year. She then joined THINK Neurology for Kids. Dr. Marchesano holds certification from the American Board of Pediatrics.

When she’s not devoting her time to young patients, Dr. Marchesano takes great pleasure in spending time with her husband and their two sons.

 

Barbara Kiersz-Mueller, D.O., is a board-certified family physician who has specialized expertise in headaches, ADHD, sports injuries and child development. Dr. Kiersz Mueller treats patients through THINK Virtual Health.

Dr Kiersz-Mueller was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and moved to Florida with her parents and siblings at the age of 15. Dr. Kiersz-Mueller majored in chemical biology for her undergraduate studies at Stevens Institute of Technology, earning a Bachelor of Science. After graduating in 2010, she enrolled at the Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine to complete her medical degree.

Dr. Kiersz-Mueller undertook her internship in family and osteopathic medicine at the Medical College of Georgia from 2014-2015, and completed her residency in family and community medicine at the University of Texas Health Sciences San Antonio from 2015-2017, where she served as chief resident during her senior year. She joined THINK Neurology for Kids in 2020. Dr. Kiersz-Mueller holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine.

When she is not devoting her time to young patients, Dr. Kiersz-Mueller takes great pleasure in spending time with her husband and hiking and paddle-boarding with their Dachshund. In December, 2019, Dr Kiersz Mueller became a CrossFit Level 1 trainer, which she hopes to someday integrate with her practice in order to promote self-confidence and strength in her patients.

 

Alicia R. Walls, M.D., is a board-certified pediatrician specializing in attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and child development. She treats patients at THINK Neurology for Kids in Sugar Land, Texas. 

Dr. Walls majored in biology and psychology with a chemistry minor for her undergraduate studies at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, earning a Bachelor of Science. After graduating in 2006, she enrolled at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston to complete her medical degree. 

Dr. Walls undertook her residency in pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston and Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital from 2010-2013. She served as chief resident of the pediatric residency program for a further year and was awarded the Marnie Rose Award for being the most compassionate and dedicated resident. 

Dr. Walls worked as a primary care pediatrician with Town Center Pediatrics for eight years before joining THINK Neurology for Kids. She holds certification from the American Board of Pediatrics.

Dr. Walls loves spending time with her husband and two sons, both very active baseball players. If she’s not in the office, she can most likely be found at the ballpark. She also has a passion for traveling and has volunteered overseas, including in Africa and Sri Lanka. Dr. Walls enjoys scuba diving, running, and playing with her silly dog, Cocoa. 

Murray Fershtman, MD, is an experienced and compassionate board-certified pediatrician practicing at Forest Pediatrics. He has provided comprehensive care to infants, children, and adolescents living in and around The Woodlands, Texas, for over two decades. 

Dr. Fershtman completed his undergraduate education at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, in 1984. In 1991, he earned his Doctor of Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, Texas, before completing his pediatric internship and residency at the same institution. 

To stay up to date with the latest developments in medicine, Dr. Fershtman maintains professional affiliations with several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, and the American Society of Medical Technologists. 

At Forest Pediatrics, Dr. Fershtman offers exceptional care that goes above and beyond the care that your child would receive at a typical pediatric practice. In addition to offering vaccinations, lab services, and routine care for mainstream pediatric problems, he also diagnoses and treats a host of mental health issues like ADHD and school failure. 

When your child is sick or injured, Dr. Fershtman understands the importance of providing timely, personalized treatments. Consequently, he offers urgent care services for many acute medical issues that aim to resolve your child's pain in suffering quickly, so they can return to their everyday routines. 

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Fershtman and the team at Forest Pediatrics, call the office or book online today.

Vy Ngo, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant at Heights Dermatology in Rosenberg, Texas. She joined the practice in 2022. 

Vy graduated from the University of Houston in Texas in 2016 with her Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences. She then attended Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania, obtaining her master’s in physician assistant studies. Prior to completing her graduate studies, Vy worked as a medical assistant in dermatology which piqued her initial interest in the field. 

As a physician assistant, Vy has a passion for positive patient care and achieving the best results for her patients. She is trained and qualified in performing comprehensive physical exams, along with diagnosing and treating medical dermatologic conditions. She routinely performs procedures including, but not limited to: biopsies, cryotherapy, intralesional injections, incision and drainage, and surgical excisions.

Vy is a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, the American Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Texas Association of Physician Assistants. She is licensed by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners and board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

In her free time, Vy enjoys traveling, exercising, and spending time with her husband and their three dogs: Parker, Penley, and Peyton. 

Dr. Mammen completed her undergraduate education at Villanova University. She then earned her medical degree in 2001 from Medical College of Pennsylvania/Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia. After medical school, she attended the University of Connecticut for her pediatric residency. Dr. Mammen worked in Connecticut for 3 years before moving to Texas in 2007. Her medical interests include breastfeeding, ADHD, and asthma.

Dr. Mammen lives in Katy with her husband Sandeep, a local dentist, and they have three children. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling, hiking, and working out.

Dr. Silvey completed her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University and medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine. She completed her residency at UT Houston in the Houston Medical Center and previously worked in Sugar Land prior to moving to Westside Pediatrics. Her medical interests include nutrition, development, ADHD, and allergies. She is also certified in integrative medicine, a form of holistic medicine that focuses on the complete physical, mental, social, and spiritual aspects of a patient.

Dr. Silvey lives in Spring Branch with her husband Phillip and their baby cat, Rajah. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, going to music festivals, cooking, exercising, and watching and attending football games.