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.
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.
Dr. Stacey Gallas earned her medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. She completed her internship at The University of Colorado and her residency at Baylor College of Medicine. Her medical interests include: nutrition, development, allergies, asthma, and dermatology. She enjoys spending her free time with her husband and children, cooking, and working out.
Dr. Agnes Kisch earned her medical degree in 1982 at the Medical School of Debrecen in Hungary and completed her residency in Pediatrics at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Her medical interests include allergic conditions, asthma, nutrition, development, and healthy living.
Happily married with two adult sons, Dr. Kisch enjoys cultural events and outdoor activities in her spare time.
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. Caroline Mbogua, the newest addition to the Katy Wellness Center Family.
Dr. Caroline Mbogua is a board-certified internal medicine physician with 20+years of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions.
Dr. Caroline Mbogua has dedicated her career to providing comprehensive care to patients.
Whether you’re bringing your child for their first check-up or scheduling a Pap smear, our compassionate team is here to support you every step of the way.
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.
Afroze A. Hai, MD, specializes in internal medicine and pediatrics at Healthy Horizons Clinic in Pasadena, Texas. She has 29 years of experience, with over 24 years as a pediatrician.
Dr. Hai completed her medical school and pediatrics residency training in India. She then moved to the United States and pursued post-graduate training in a pediatrics residency program at Michigan State University in East Lansing. She practiced in Michigan for 20 years before moving to Houston to be closer to family.
She has been an advocate for children in her community and loves preventive medicine. Dr. Hai loves her role in taking care of children’s physical and mental health. Her dream is to see her patients excel in school, both academic and other fields. She enjoys mentoring medical students as well. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and believes that learning is a lifelong process.
Outside of work, Dr. Hai spends time with her children and grandchildren and loves to cook, teach, exercise, travel, and spend time outdoors.
Dr. Mustafa Moazam is a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist. He graduated from Deccan College Of Medical Sciences in 2000 and did his residency at Oklahoma University and Fellowship at Akron Children's Hospital. Dr. Moazam enjoys spending time with his family and watching movies during his free time. Dr. Moazam is available for televisits only for Hematology and Oncology pediatric patients. He will begin offering Pediatric Psychiatry televisit appointments starting in January 2022.
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.
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. 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. Sushma Penmetsa, known by her patients as Dr. Pen is a pediatrician with extensive experience in rendering medical care for children from the newborn age up through the age of 18. She completed a pediatric residency program at Harlem Hospital in New York and in UTMB, Galveston.
During her time at the residency in UTMB Dr. Penmetsa received the best Residents Research Award. Dr. Penmetsa enjoys caring for patients and believes in the patient / parent trust in their doctor. She believes in her ability to make a difference in the lives of children and help them lead a happy and healthy life.