Clot-Removing Stroke Treatments Late one night, William Johnson returned to the home he shares with his sister. The 54-year-old knew something was wrong when he awoke and couldn’t turn and his left arm and leg were paralyzed. He then fell, waking his sister. “Deborah asked me what had happened, but I couldn’t talk,” Johnson says. Deborah Johnson called 911. The EMTs recognized that Johnson had probably suffered a stroke and rushed him to the Texas Stroke Institute at The Medical Center of Plano, a key regional hub in a net- work of stroke care centers. A team headed by interventional neurologist Vallabh Janardhan, M.D., applied a cutting-edge treatment to restore Johnson’s health. OPENING THE TREATMENT WINDOW “Normally a treatment called tissue plas- minogen activator (TPA) can dissolve the clots that cause 86% of strokes,” explains Dr. Janardhan. But a patient must get TPA within three hours of a clotting stroke. Because Johnson had arrived outside that time, TPA would have increased his risk for dangerous internal bleeding. Happily for Johnson, The Medical Center of Plano also offers clot removal, an option for eligible stroke patients who have missed the deadline for TPA. In fact, we are the only hospital in Collin County that can offer this comprehensive stroke care. The medical team quickly assessed Johnson’s brain with a CT scan and a specialized “brain attack MRI” to localize his clot as well as understand how much brain had already been damaged by the stroke. The clot, which blocked a vessel to the right side of Johnson’s brain, left a large amount of his brain at risk but still salvageable seven-and-a-half hours after Johnson had gone to bed able to move. Dr. Janardhan continues, “The MRI showed that we could safely retrieve and remove the clot even at this late time window.” AN EXCELLENT RECOVERY Johnson was then taken to The Medical Center of Plano’s neurointerventional suite, which has one of the most advanced cameras in the country. Dr. Janardhan says, “It’s like having a GPS for navigating the brain’s blood vessels. In addition, we can do a CT scan during the clot removal procedure in real time.” Since only about 4% of patients tend to arrive within the three-hour time win- dow to receive TPA, several mechanical devices have been developed to remove clots detected later. Dr. Janardhan says, “Using these mechanical devices to reopen blood vessels is a huge tech- nological advance.” The clot-removal procedure was successfully performed and Johnson’s blood vessels were com- pletely reopened. “Less than 10 hours after his stroke, Mr. Johnson was mov- ing his arms and legs until we finally had to tell him to stop moving.” One month after his stroke, Johnson says, “I am able to talk and walk again. There’s not even a hint of what hap- pened in my face.” What's your risk for stroke? Go to TheMedicalCenterofPlano.com, scroll over "Services" and click on "Stroke Services" to learn more. Habits that Could Save Your Life 2 Four Foods to Help You Fight the Flu 3 Help Your Teen Cope with Diabetes 6 Infertility Problems? We Can Help 8 Fall 2010 Health Matters Vallabh Janardhan, M.D. Finding a doctor is easy! TheMedicalCenter of Plano.com Did You Know? Researchers studied more than 83,000 older adults to review the effect of vitamin D supplementation on fracture risk. They found fracture risk decreased with higher doses of this vitamin. A daily Vitamin D dose of 482 to 770 IU lowered fractures by 20%. Connect with The Medical Center of Plano Join us on on Facebook! To get connected with The Medical Center of Plano, visit facebook.com/ TheMedicalCenterofPlano. Dr. Vallabh Janardhan shakes hands with William Johnson Don't miss our Physician Directory inside! State-of-the-Art Treatment Saves Stroke Patient Want the latest health information? Sign up for our e-newsletter Wellness & Prevention. Go to TheMedicalCenterofPlano.com, scroll over "Health Resources" and click "Wellness & Prevention eNewsletter."
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Clot-Removing Stroke Treatments
Late one night, William Johnson returned to the home he shares with his sister. The 54-year-old knew something was wrong when he awoke
and couldn’t turn and his left arm and leg were paralyzed. He then fell, waking his sister. “Deborah asked me what had happened, but I couldn’t talk,” Johnson says. Deborah Johnson called 911.
The EMTs recognized that Johnson had probably suffered a stroke and rushed him to the Texas Stroke Institute at The Medical Center of Plano, a key regional hub in a net-work of stroke care centers. A team headed by interventional neurologist Vallabh Janardhan, M.D., applied a cutting-edge treatment to restore Johnson’s health.
Opening the treatment WindOW“Normally a treatment called tissue plas-minogen activator (TPA) can dissolve the clots that cause 86% of strokes,” explains Dr. Janardhan. But a patient must get TPA within three hours of a clotting stroke. Because Johnson had arrived outside that time, TPA would have increased his risk for dangerous internal bleeding.
Happily for Johnson, The Medical Center of Plano also offers clot removal, an option for eligible stroke patients who have missed the deadline for TPA. In fact, we are the only hospital in Collin County that can offer this comprehensive stroke care.
The medical team quickly assessed Johnson’s brain with a CT scan and a specialized “brain attack MRI” to localize his clot as well as understand how much
brain had already been damaged by the stroke. The clot, which blocked a vessel to the right side of Johnson’s brain, left a large amount of his brain at risk but still salvageable seven-and-a-half hours after Johnson had gone to bed able to move. Dr. Janardhan continues, “The MRI showed that we could safely retrieve and remove the clot even at this late time window.”
an excellent recOveryJohnson was then taken to The Medical Center of Plano’s neurointerventional suite, which has one of the most advanced cameras in the country. Dr. Janardhan says, “It’s like having a GPS for navigating the brain’s blood vessels. In addition, we can do a CT scan during the clot removal procedure in real time.”
Since only about 4% of patients tend to arrive within the three-hour time win-dow to receive TPA, several mechanical devices have been developed to remove clots detected later. Dr. Janardhan says, “Using these mechanical devices to reopen blood vessels is a huge tech-nological advance.” The clot-removal procedure was successfully performed and Johnson’s blood vessels were com-pletely reopened. “Less than 10 hours after his stroke, Mr. Johnson was mov-ing his arms and legs until we finally had to tell him to stop moving.”
One month after his stroke, Johnson says, “I am able to talk and walk again. There’s not even a hint of what hap-pened in my face.”
What's your risk for stroke? Go to TheMedicalCenterofPlano.com, scroll over "Services" and click on "Stroke Services" to learn more.
habits that could Save your life 2Four Foods to help you Fight the Flu 3help your teen cope with diabetes 6infertility problems? We can help 8
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vallabh Janardhan, m.d.
Finding a doctor is easy! TheMedicalCenterofPlano.com
Did You Know?Researchers studied more than 83,000 older adults to review the effect of vitamin D supplementation on fracture risk. They found fracture risk decreased with higher doses of this vitamin.
A daily Vitamin D dose of 482 to 770 IU lowered fractures by 20%.
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inside!
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Sometimes if a little bit is good, more is even better—especially when it comes to healthy hab-its and heart disease. In fact, the American Heart
Association (AHA) has pinpointed seven habits that have been found to contribute to a healthy heart.
heart diSeaSe: riSk FactOrS “There are some risk factors for heart disease—such as age and heredity—that we can’t control,” says Poonam Agarwal, M.D., a cardiologist on staff at The Medical Center of Plano. “But we can learn to make better lifestyle choices—which does have a powerful effect on our health. Start slowly and build from there. Even small changes will do your heart good.”
cOunting the WayS tO heart healthThe AHA’s seven heart-healthy habits are:• Manage blood pressure. High blood
pressure is the most significant risk factor for heart disease. Optimal blood pressure is less than 120/80 mm Hg.
Seven Simple Habits That Could Save Your Life
• Get active. Getting moderate exer-cise 30 minutes a day helps lower blood pressure; increase HDL, or “good,” cholesterol; control blood sugar; and control body weight.
• Control cholesterol. Too much LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol in the blood can clog arteries and increase the risk for heart attack and stroke. Your total choles-terol should be below 200 mg/dl.
• Eat better. Include more vegetables, fruits, whole-grain products, and nonfat or low-fat dairy products in your diet. Also reduce your intake of sodium and highly processed and high-fat foods.
• Lose weight. Obesity is a major risk factor for heart disease. Visit www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi to find your body mass index (BMI). If it’s 25 or higher, start losing excess pounds. Your waist circumference is another important number to know. Dr. Agarwal says, “Excess belly fat raises your risk for heart disease. A waist-line greater than 40 inches in males and 35 inches in females is a marker for increased cardiac risk even if the BMI is within normal limits.”
• Reduce blood sugar. Adults with dia-betes are more likely to have heart disease than those without it. If your blood sugar level is above 100 mg/dl, follow your doctor’s advice.
• Stop smoking. Smoking increases the risk for heart disease, especially if you have other risk factors.
HoW Do You Measure uP? The AHA has established an online tool called “My Life Check.” Visit www.mylifecheck.heart.org to see how you stack up against “Life’s Simple 7” and get advice for improving your own heart health.
poonam agarwal, m.d.
You’ve scheduled your annual flu shot. You wash your hands diligently and thoroughly. You steer clear of sick friends. Is there more you can do to protect yourself from the flu—or to relieve your symptoms if you do get sick?
While no food has definitively been shown to vanquish the flu virus, nutrients in the following four may give you the winning edge this year. 1. salmon. A recent study of Japanese schoolchildren suggests that getting a daily dose of vitamin D during winter may reduce the incidence of influenza A, a common strain of seasonal flu.
The children in the study took vitamin D supplements, but oily fish such as salmon is an edible option. Fortified milk and cereals are good sources, too. This nutrient is also made naturally in the body when the skin is exposed to sunlight, but it’s not always enough when the days grow shorter. Ask your doctor how much vitamin D you need.2. Green tea. Several studies have found that drinking green tea may improve your immune system—but can it battle the flu bug? In one study, participants took cap-sules containing two tea components. The results showed the capsules decreased the number of people reporting cold and flu symptoms by about a third. There was also a decrease in how long the symptoms lasted.
Four Foods to Help You Fight the Flu Baked Salmon DijonThis salmon entrée is easy to make and will be enjoyed by the whole family!
ingredientS1 cup fat-free sour cream2 tsp. dried dill3 tbsp. scallions, finely chopped2 tbsp. Dijon mustard2 tbsp. lemon juice1 1/2 lb. salmon fillet with skin, cut in center1/2 tsp. garlic powder1/2 tsp. black pepperas needed: fat-free cooking spray
directiOnS1. Whisk sour cream, dill, scallions, mustard, and lemon juice in small bowl to blend.2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil baking sheet with cooking spray.3. Place salmon, skin side down, on prepared sheet. Sprinkle with garlic powder and pepper, then spread with the sauce.4. Bake salmon until just opaque in center, about 20 minutes. Yield: six servingsserving size: one piece (4 oz.)
nutritiOn inFOrmatiOneach serving provides:Calories: 196; Total fat: 7 g; Saturated fat: 2 g; Cholesterol: 76 mg; Sodium: 229 mg;Carbohydrates: 5 g; Total fiber: less than 1 g; Protein: 27 g; Potassium: 703 mgsource: “NHLBI: Keep the Beat Heart Healthy Recipes”
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3. Yogurt. Probiotics are live microorganisms similar to the “good” microorganisms that live in the gut. They are found in some foods, such as yogurt, and come as dietary supplements.
In a recent study, researchers gave 3- to 5-year-olds pro-biotic supplements to see if that would affect flu symptoms. Some children received one probiotic strain, while others received a combination of two. After six months, both groups showed a reduction in the incidence and duration of flu symptoms when compared with a placebo group. The two-strain group had the best results. 4. Chicken soup. Fluids help your body fight infection, and hot liquids like chicken soup may relieve symptoms, too. In a small study, 30 volunteers with cold- or flu-like symptoms drank either a heated or room-temperature fruit drink. Researchers then tested their nasal airflow and asked about six symptoms: runny nose, cough, sneezing, sore throat, chilliness, and tiredness. While the airflow test showed no significant improvement with either drink, participants who drank the hot beverage reported relief from all six symptoms. Those who drank the cooler drink experienced relief from only three: the runny nose, cough, and sneezing.
See the October H2U Health Break program "Gearing up for Flu season" on page 4.
have a favorite baked fish dish? Share it with us! Go to facebook.com/TheMedicalCenterofPlano and post your delicious recipe.
H2U Health BreakJoin us on the first Tuesday of each month for dessert and coffee as experts discuss healthy-living topics. Unless otherwise noted, meetings will be held in the Auditorium, third floor, Medical Office Building III, Suite 315, 4001 West 15th St. FREE! For information or reservations, call 972.519.1275 or visit TheMedicalCenterofPlano.com, go to Community Resources, and click on H2U. Annual membership is $20.
tuesday, October 5, 12:30 p.m.
“gearing up FOr Flu SeaSOn”presented by robert Johnson, m.d., and the medical center of plano infection control practitionersEquip yourself with the best practices for preventing the spread of influenza. Also learn from hospitalist medical director, Dr. Johnson, what to do if you find yourself suffering with this year’s strain of the disease. Learn when to seek medical help and who is at greatest risk for complications from the flu.
tuesday, november 2, 12:30 p.m.
“advanced emergency heart care”presented by John Saad, m.d., the medical center of plano emergency medical director As the EMS Medical Control for the city of Plano and a level III trauma center, join us as we share an overview of the advanced emergency heart care offered at The Medical Center of Plano. Learn about emergency protocol for chest pain, new advanced cooling procedures (hypothermia) for patients suffering a heart attack, and the facility’s outstanding door-to-balloon time for patients needing emergency heart catheterization. Find out what contributes to The Medical Center of Plano's being an accredited Chest Pain Center.
Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults, and 60% of these falls occur at home. Here are some helpful precautions:• Keep floors and walkways free of clutter.• Ensure that all stairwells are adequately lit. Install handrails on both sides. Place
fluorescent tape on the edges of the top and bottom steps for visibility, and non-slip treads on wood steps.
• Install grab bars beside tubs, showers, and toilets. • Use a rubber bath mat or place nonskid adhesive strips in the shower or tub. • Install a nightlight along the route between your bedroom and bathroom. • Eliminate throw rugs. Secure loose area rugs with double-faced tape or slip-
resistant backing.
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Watch Out for SpotA recent report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that an estimated 86,629 Americans receive emergency room treatment each year for fall-related injuries associated with a pet dog or cat. It appears canine friends are slightly more responsible for the injuries: Nearly 88% of falls associated with pets involved dogs.
But don’t give up your pet just yet. Research has shown that humans who own pets benefit from lower blood pressure, stress, and triglyceride lev-els. They also have more opportunities for exercise and socialization.
The CDC suggests raising aware-ness that certain pet-related situations and activities can lead to falls, as well as reinforcing the American Veterinary Medical Association’s recommendations that emphasize obedience training.
Depression is a serious medical condi-tion affecting 20 million Americans. It can worsen existing health problems, including heart disease and diabetes. The good news? Depression is highly treatable. Here’s how to know when to see your doctor for help.
recOgnizing depreSSiOnMost people have days when they feel down. But you may be grappling with something more serious—depres-sion—if you have several of the follow-ing symptoms for two weeks or more and they interfere with your daily life: • Persistent feelings of sadness, emp-
tiness, worthlessness, or guilt • Decreased interest or pleasure in
favorite activities• Significant changes in sleep, appe-
tite, or energy
Most Depressed Adults Go Without Treatment• Irritability or restlessness• Difficulty concentrating, thinking, or
making decisions• Recurrent thoughts of suicide or death
treatment OptiOnSIf you feel depressed, get help. Effective treatments are available. The two most common treatment meth-ods are antidepressant medications and psychotherapy, or talk therapy. Medications address chemical imbal-ances in the brain. Therapy helps people cope with feelings and symp-toms while teaching them to change thought patterns that may play a role in the illness.
A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggested that antidepressants were most effective against severe cases of depression. But
doctors stress that medication con-tinues to help many patients.
If you’re suffering from depres-sion, don’t put off seeking treatment. After all, your health—and maybe even your life—depends on it.
Allergy/Asthma/ImmunologyBuchmiller, Brett, M.D. ............... 214.373.7374Chinoy, Birjis, M.D...................... 469.633.1818El-Hag, Aly, M.D. ........................ 972.668.2200Ginchansky, Elliot, M.D. .............. 972.566.7576Lumry, William, M.D. .................. 214.373.7374Moore, Gerald, M.D. ................... 972.867.1600Nguyen, William, M.D. ................ 972.867.1600Reddy, Sandeep, M.D. ................ 972.566.7576Van Wagoner, John, M.D.............. 972.398.3500Weisberg, Leslie, M.D. ................ 972.981.8215
AnesthesiologyAbernathy, Stacy, M.D. ................ 972.934.1858Adams Jr., Thomas, M.D. ............ 972.934.1858Adcock, William, M.D. ................ 972.233.1999Ahluwalia, Micky, M.D. ............... 972.668.7460Allen, Elaine, M.D. ..................... 972.715.5000Ames, Kathryn, M.D. .................. 972.715.5000Arvind, Vijayasree, M.D. .............. 972.233.1999Axmann, David, M.D. .................. 972.233.1999Aymond Jr., Allen, M.D. .............. 972.488.8926Bays, L. Jerald, M.D. .................. 972.233.1999Beck, Perry, M.D. ....................... 972.233.1999Belmore, Danielle, M.D. .............. 972.233.1999Benton, Susan, M.D. .................. 972.715.5000Berk, Alan, M.D. ........................ 972.488.8926Bhalodia, Dhiren, M.D. ............... 972.715.5000Bierig, Paul, M.D. ....................... 972.488.8926Black, Stephen, M.D. .................. 972.934.1858Boehler, Lillian, M.D. .................. 817.529.1935Botts, John, M.D. ....................... 972.488.8926Bravenec, Brian, M.D. ................. 972.566.6100Brown, Bertrand, M.D. ................ 214.369.0800Bryant, David, M.D. .................... 972.233.1999Burris, S. Bradley, M.D. .............. 972.233.1999Cao, John, D.O. .......................... 972.488.8926Casey, Patrick, M.D. ................... 972.488.8926Chandra, Krishna, M.D. ............... 972.566.6100Chi, Lei, M.D. ............................ 800.863.2002Cotton, Katrina, M.D. .................. 972.566.6100Dandona, Neal, M.D. .................. 972.747.5840Davis, Otis, M.D. ........................ 972.488.8926DeVaughn, Beverly, M.D. ............. 972.488.8926Dick, Randall, M.D. .................... 972.202.3423Dockstader, Steven, M.D. ............ 972.233.1999Drennon, Donald, M.D. ............... 214.378.9898Eichenholz, Philip, M.D. ............. 817.334.0530Elkins, David, M.D. ..................... 972.715.5000Ellis, Benton, M.D. ..................... 972.715.5000Engels, Matthew, M.D. ................ 972.715.5000Feldhendler, Moshe, M.D. ........... 214.500.5755Flewellen, Eugene, M.D. ............. 972.233.1999Freeland, King, M.D. .................. 972.715.5000Fritz, Jeffery, M.D. ...................... 214.550.5399Gaskin II, Gregory, M.D. .............. 972.488.8926Gathe-Ghermay, Joy, M.D. ........... 817.529.1932Gibson, David, M.D. .................... 972.488.8926Gill, James, M.D. ........................ 972.715.5000Gowlikar, Tulsiram, M.D. ............. 972.380.0643Graham, Stephen, M.D. .............. 972.488.8926Gubert, Matt, M.D. ..................... 972.488.8926Haggard, Lloyd, M.D. .................. 972.233.1999Hamilton, Kaela, M.D. ................ 972.715.5000
Hammonds, John, M.D. .............. 214.680.6754Heaberlin, James, M.D. ............... 972.233.1999Hedges, Patsy, M.D. ................... 972.233.1999Herbert, Michael, M.D. ............... 972.747.5840Hesseltine, Bret, M.D. ................ 972.233.1999Higgins, Jennifer, M.D. ............... 817.334.0530Hill, Jerron, M.D. ........................ 972.488.8926Hoffman, William, M.D. .............. 817.529.1932Holder, David, M.D. .................... 972.233.1999Holland Jr., John, M.D. ............... 972.233.1999Holley, Glen, M.D. ...................... 972.233.1999Holley, Lisa, M.D. ....................... 214.207.4021Hughes, Joseph, M.D. ................. 972.233.1999Huss, Michael, M.D. ................... 817.334.0530Isaac, Sanjai, M.D. ..................... 972.762.0869Jaffee, Jay, M.D. ......................... 972.233.1999Jahani, Mehrnoosh, D.O. ............. 972.608.0846Jahani, Minoo, D.O. .................... 469.814.3278Jones, George, M.D. .................... 214.850.6123Karin, Daniel, M.D. ..................... 214.369.0800Kaspar, Melanie, M.D. ................ 972.233.1999Kelton, Thomas, M.D. ................. 972.233.1999Kilaru, Nagamma, M.D. .............. 972.233.1999Ku, Andrea, M.D. ....................... 972.715.5000Laferney, Jimmy, M.D. ................ 972.233.1999Lam, H. Rick, M.D. .................... 972.488.8926Latson, Terry, M.D. ..................... 817.334.0530Layden, J. David, M.D. ................ 972.715.5000LeBlanc, Kirk, M.D. .................... 972.715.5000Lessly, Gregg, M.D. ..................... 972.715.5000Lewis, Robert, M.D. .................... 972.233.1999Lindmark, Joey, M.D. .................. 214.566.6100Liu, Jing, M.D. ........................... 972.788.5042Lodes, Kirk, M.D. ....................... 972.233.9139Luk, Alvin, M.D. ......................... 972.566.7160Magee, Michael, M.D. ................. 972.488.8926Marcel, Randy, M.D. ................... 817.529.1932Marlowe, Brannon, M.D. .............. 817.529.1932Marsden, Chad, M.D. .................. 214.369.0800McWhorter, Gregory, M.D. ............ 972.715.5000Meril, Scott, M.D. ....................... 972.233.1999Michelsen, Luis, M.D. ................. 817.334.0530Montgomery, S. James, M.D. ....... 972.233.1999Mueller, James, M.D. .................. 972.566.8927Nair, Lakshmi, M.D. .................... 214.566.6100Nance, Jeff, M.D. ....................... 972.488.8926Newsom, Terry, M.D. ................... 972.519.1100Nguyen, Hoang, M.D. .................. 972.233.9139Ogbue, Patrick, M.D. .................. 817.334.0530Ortiz, Raynaldo, M.D. .................. 972.276.6100Osborne, Donald, M.D. ................ 409.539.6809Padakandla, Udaya, M.D. ............ 972.715.5047Pailes, Nathan, M.D. .................. 817.334.0530Parker, Brent, M.D. ..................... 972.488.8926Parker Jr., Darvin, M.D. ............... 214.207.0450Patel, Mitesh, M.D. .................... 972.488.8926Perkins, David, M.D. ................... 972.233.1999Pirinelli, Jeffrey, M.D. ................. 972.702.9400Pohar, Selvi, M.D. ...................... 972.233.1999Purnell, Robert, M.D. .................. 972.233.1999Pyeatt, John, M.D. ...................... 972.715.5000Quinones, Hector, M.D. ............... 972.488.8926Raccasi, Mark, M.D. ................... 214.369.0800Rao, Krishna, M.D. ..................... 972.715.5000Restrepo, Hector, M.D. ................ 972.742.3979Richmond, Kim, D.O. .................. 972.934.1858Ring, Gary, M.D. ......................... 214.378.9898Robbins, Randy, M.D. ................. 817.529.1932Roffe, Jacob, M.D. ...................... 972.488.8926Ronderos, Jaime, M.D. ................ 972.233.1999Rubin, Stephen, D.O. .................. 972.233.1999Sathyan, Neena, M.D. ................. 972.747.5840
Saye, Timothy, M.D. .................... 972.715.5000Scalfano, Gary, M.D. ................... 972.715.5000Schweers, John, M.D. ................. 972.233.1999Schwimmer, Shanon, M.D. .......... 214.369.0800Segal, Mark, M.D. ...................... 972.488.8926Sepulveda, Ricardo, M.D. ............ 972.488.2937Shah, Arjav, M.D. ....................... 972.934.1858Sherren, Edward, M.D. ................ 972.233.1999Shin, Edward, M.D. .................... 972.781.0300Shiue, Steve, M.D. ..................... 214.636.7356Shrago, Evan, M.D. ..................... 972.488.8926Singleton, Terrica, M.D. .............. 972.233.9139Speers, Cynthia, M.D. ................. 817.334.0530Spillers, Christopher, M.D. .......... 972.488.8926Story III, Herbert, M.D. ............... 214.369.0800Struthers, William, M.D. .............. 972.715.5000Suresh, Keshava, M.D. ................ 972.596.3627Taylor, Moirae, M.D. .................... 972.715.5000Taylor-Jones, Ley, D.O. ................ 972.715.5000Thomas, Karen, M.D. .................. 817.516.8811Tran, Ha, M.D. ........................... 972.488.8926Travis, James, M.D. .................... 972.715.5000Troop, Craig, M.D. ...................... 972.233.2637Trousdale, Devin, M.D. ................ 972.934.1858Truong, Tiep, M.D. ...................... 214.566.6100Turner, Kent, M.D. ...................... 972.488.8926Unger, Douglas, M.D. .................. 972.715.5000Vadher, Bharat, M.D. .................. 972.733.1488Walsh, Michael, M.D. .................. 872.233.9139Watkins, Richard, M.D. ............... 972.960.6969Wayne, Leslie, M.D. .................... 214.369.0800Webb, Joseph, M.D. .................... 972.715.5000Wheeler, Craig, M.D. ................... 972.715.5000Whitaker, Phillip, M.D. ................ 972.715.5000Wicks, Joyclyn, M.D. ................... 972.488.8926Winters, Karl, M.D. ..................... 972.715.5032Wong, Alvin, M.D. ....................... 817.529.1932Wu, Norman, M.D. ...................... 817.334.0530Young, Vincent, M.D. .................. 214.263.3200Zhou, Weiguo, M.D. .................... 972.488.8926Zipper, John, M.D. ...................... 972.488.8926
Breast SurgeryAnglin, Beth, M.D. ...................... 214.619.5225Canavan, Lynn, M.D. ................... 972.562.5999Menendez, Christopher, M.D. ....... 972.562.5999
Cardiac ElectrophysiologyAbrol, Rajjit, M.D. ...................... 469.467.6655Blatt, Brian, D.O. ....................... 972.939.8294DeVille, J. Brian, M.D. ................ 972.964.0363Khan, Hafiza, M.D. ..................... 972.964.0363
CardiologyAgarwal, Poonam, M.D. ............... 972.596.9200Akbar, Saleem, M.D. ................... 214.547.0650Akkineni, Padmaja, M.D. ............. 972.791.8225Bakshi, Sahil, D.O. ..................... 469.326.3400Bavikati, Neeta, M.D. .................. 972.985.8838Beveridge, Thomas, M.D. ............ 972.964.0363Duncan, John, M.D. .................... 972.985.8838Henderson, Eugene, M.D. ............ 972.985.8838Hollowell, John, M.D. .................. 469.326.3400Iftikhar, Faizan, M.D. .................. 214.544.3355Jacob, Abraham, M.D. ................ 469.326.2636Kalidindi, Vishnu, M.D. ............... 469.362.6543Khan, M. Akram, M.D. ................ 972.529.6939Klein, Mordecai, M.D. ................. 972.612.4730Krock, Marc, M.D. ...................... 972.985.8838
Lankipalli, Ramarao, M.D. ........... 972.596.5522McKenzie, Marcus, M.D. ............. 469.326.3400Morales, Philip, M.D. .................. 469.326.3400Nair, Radhakrishnan, M.D. .......... 469.326.3400Nawaz, M. Zaim, M.D. ................ 214.295.6559Pieniek, Marc, M.D. .................... 972.566.5700Poliner, Lawrence, M.D. .............. 972.566.8477Potluri, Srinivasa, M.D. ............... 469.326.3400Prewitt, David, M.D. ................... 469.326.3400Pryor, Susan, M.D. ...................... 972.519.1307Rawitscher, David, M.D. .............. 469.326.3400Rivera, Jose, M.D. ...................... 469.326.3400Samaan, Sarah, M.D. .................. 469.326.3400Schwartz, David, M.D. ................ 469.326.3400Shalek, Marc, M.D. ..................... 469.326.3400Snyder II, Richard, M.D. ............. 972.566.5700Strader, J. Russ, M.D. ................. 972.985.8838Suleman, Amer, M.D. .................. 940.566.6430Woolbert, Samuel, M.D. .............. 469.326.3400
Cardiothoracic SurgeryBowman, Richard, M.D. .............. 972.867.5300Brinkman, William, M.D. ............. 972.566.4866Chang-Tung, Eric, M.D. ............... 214.361.2300Cook, Allan, M.D. ....................... 972.487.7057Dewey, Todd, M.D. ...................... 972.566.4866Edgerton, James, M.D. ................ 972.596.6676Fosdick, David, M.D. .................. 214.692.6135Hoang, Thomas, M.D. ................. 214.942.8300Jett, G. Kimble, M.D. .................. 972.731.7506Mack, Michael, M.D. .................. 972.566.4866Magee, Mitchell, M.D. ................ 972.566.4866Messner, Gregory, D.O. ................ 972.519.8300Moncrief, Christian, M.D. ............ 214.637.0640Moore, David, M.D. ..................... 972.550.9195Quintans, Amadeo, M.D. ............. 972.596.6676Roughneen, Patrick, M.D. ........... 817.552.1900Ryan, William, M.D. .................... 214.692.6135Smith, Robert, M.D. ................... 214.692.6135Wallace, William, D.O. ................ 972.939.8294
Colon/Rectal SurgeryBurleson, Dale, M.D. .................. 972.985.7988Gregorcyk, Sharon, M.D. ............. 972.661.3575Hashemipour, Said, M.D. ............ 972.612.0430Jabbour, Salim, M.D. .................. 972.612.0430Leverton, Julie, M.D. .................. 972.612.0430Lowney, Jennifer, M.D. ................ 972.981.8277Macaluso Jr., Anthony, M.D. ........ 972.985.7988Odom, Todd, M.D. ...................... 972.612.0430Read, Don, M.D. ........................ 972.661.3575Simmang, Clifford, M.D. ............. 972.661.3575Staniunas, Raymond, M.D. .......... 972.788.4442
Critical Care MedicineJindal, Nidhi, M.D. ..................... 214.217.1902
DermatologyAchtman, Daniel, M.D. ................ 972.985.7100Golden, Michael, M.D. ................ 972.596.4121Hollabaugh, Eric, M.D. ................ 972.378.0620Lund, Karen, M.D. ...................... 972.608.0330McGuiness, Michael, M.D. .......... 214.615.1735Parry, Edward, M.D. .................... 972.378.0620Poliak, Susana, M.D. .................. 972.867.8569Stalkup, Jennifer, M.D. ............... 972.608.0330Terrill, Robert, M.D. .................... 972.596.7227Wilson, Rick, M.D. ...................... 972.560.6361
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Emergency MedicineAnderson, Karin, M.D. ................ 214.217.1911Ball Jr., James, M.D. .................. 214.217.1911Buckner, Mark, M.D. ................... 972.519.1444Cain, Jeffrey, M.D. ...................... 972.519.1444Carrasco, Michael, M.D. .............. 214.217.1911Church, D. Adrian, M.D. .............. 214.217.7920Frame, James, M.D. .................... 214.217.1920Gamber, Mark, D.O. .................... 214.217.1920Genzel, Robert, M.D. .................. 214.217.1911Honaker, Richard, M.D. ............... 214.217.1911Kennedy, Alexander, M.D. ........... 214.217.1911Kim, Jong, M.D. ......................... 214.217.1911Kohler, Lisa, M.D. ...................... 972.519.1444Meek, M. Brandon, D.O. ............. 214.217.1911Rogers, Nicole, M.D. ................... 214.217.1911Saad, John, M.D. ........................ 214.217.1911Schaffer, Jeffrey, M.D. ................ 214.217.1911Straface, Angela, M.D. ................ 214.217.1920Thiagarajah, Mahesh, M.D. .......... 214.217.1911
EndocrinologyAronoff, Stephen, M.D. ............... 214.363.5535Berger, Richard, M.D. ................. 972.566.7077Castaneda, Evangelina, M.D. ....... 972.985.1312Dorfman, Steven, M.D. ................ 214.363.5535Lakhian, Shamsher, M.D. ............ 972.867.4658Miklius, Audrey, M.D. ................. 214.363.5535Sachson, Richard, M.D. .............. 214.363.5535Shea, Heidi, M.D. ....................... 214.363.5535Sorsby, Mitchell, M.D.................. 972.867.4658
Facial/Cosmetic SurgeryBassichis, Benjamin, M.D. .......... 972.774.1777
Family MedicineAkins, Heather, D.O. ................... 972.599.2567Albracht, Jamison, D.O. .............. 972.599.9600Bishop, Donald, D.O., M.P.H. ...... 972.612.4007Bolin, Joseph, D.O. ..................... 972.423.5613Carruthers, Jeffrey, M.D. ............. 972.852.1534Case, Erin, M.D. ......................... 972.431.2345Chen, Philip, M.D. ...................... 972.403.3888Crow, Christopher, M.D. .............. 972.599.9600Culver, Jennifer, M.D. ................. 972.377.1490Dejecacion, Jodie, M.D. .............. 972.431.2345Drake, Timothy, M.D. .................. 972.618.0700Eppich, Keith, M.D. .................... 972.596.9511Frid-Honigsblum, Leon, M.D. ....... 972.488.8926Friedman, Lawrie, M.D. ............... 972.644.3422Garduno Jr., Abel, M.D. ............... 972.599.9600Gartenberg, David, M.D. .............. 972.596.1205Gothard, Sander, M.D. ................ 972.599.9600Haridas, Hema, M.D. .................. 479.719.6553Juneau Jr., Leo, M.D. .................. 972.599.1314Kaplan, Adam, M.D. ................... 972.599.2567Kelly, Elizabeth, M.D. ................. 972.727.9164Khan, Ahtaram, M.D. .................. 972.985.8000Lensing, W. Gregory, M.D. ........... 972.596.9511Lester, folaShade, M.D. ............... 972.867.9300Li, Yan, M.D. .............................. 972.668.6868Lowry, Andrew, M.D. ................... 972.599.1314McConnell, Carmine, M.D. .......... 972.985.7100Meda, Harinineeraja, M.D. .......... 214.778.2390Moon III, John, M.D. .................. 972.599.9600Petzold, Carol, M.D. .................... 972.867.2333Ponder, Susan, M.D. ................... 972.596.6400Sabzali, Sadaf, M.D. ................... 972.867.9507Segal, Aaron, M.D. ..................... 972.379.2096Segal, Irwin, M.D. ...................... 972.379.2096Segal, Stephanie, M.D. ............... 972.379.2096Sessions, Cynthia, M.D. .............. 972.599.9600Shadle, Jeffrey, M.D. .................. 972.596.6400Shields, Robert, D.O. .................. 972.596.5303Smith, Russell, M.D. .................. 972.447.0220Taie, Farid, D.O. ......................... 972.398.1665Walia, H. Rosie, M.D. ................. 972.985.8393Weyenberg, Matthew, M.D. .......... 972.599.9600Wien, Todd, M.D. ........................ 972.596.9511Williamson, Jamie, M.D. ............. 214.239.1053
Family Medicine in ERPeers, Denise, D.O. .................... 214.217.1911
GastroenterologyAbraham, Sindhu, M.D. .............. 972.867.0019Alloju, Murali, M.D. .................... 972.335.7306Badr, Adnan, M.D. ...................... 972.265.4190Balachandar, Gowri, M.D. ............ 972.867.7070Bloch, Brandon, M.D. ................. 972.769.1600Brown Jr., Kenneth, M.D. ............ 972.867.0019Chittajallu, Ravi, M.D. ................ 972.562.8383Cooley, Brian, M.D. ..................... 972.758.5484Donachie Jr., Robert, M.D. .......... 972.394.8182Eidem, Matthew, M.D. ................ 972.867.0019Gadol, Steven, M.D. .................... 972.498.4401Goldschmiedt, Markus, M.D. ....... 972.867.0019Kethu, Sripathi, M.D. .................. 972.238.9696Maddala, Yamini, M.D. ................ 972.562.8383Puppala, Anjaneya, M.D. ............. 972.238.9696Tseng, Jenny, M.D. ..................... 972.964.7780Vallurupalli, Prasad, M.D. ............ 972.562.8383Vemula, N. Rao, M.D. ................. 214.689.5960Weisberg, Michael, M.D. ............. 972.867.0019
General DentistryGrapevine, Jacob, D.D.S. ............. 972.596.3702
General SurgeryBransky, Aaron, M.D. .................. 972.612.3965Caban, Angel, M.D. .................... 972.661.3575Eller, Richard, M.D. .................... 972.596.5225Henderson, Mark, M.D. ............... 972.908.3595Kantor, William, M.D. ................. 972.618.4221Kumar, Grace, M.D. .................... 214.345.5660London, Alan, M.D. .................... 972.596.5225Moore, Sandra, M.D. ................... 972.276.5500Morgan, Mickey, M.D. ................. 214.618.6200Patel, Sheetal, M.D. ................... 972.596.5225
General/Trauma SurgeryAdams, Mathis, M.D. .................. 972.608.2025Alder, Adam, M.D. ...................... 972.608.2025Carrick, Matthew, M.D. ............... 972.608.2025Josephs, John, M.D. ................... 972.608.2025Seto, Keith, M.D. ....................... 972.608.2025Smith, David, M.D. ..................... 972.608.2025Tucker, Mark, M.D. ..................... 972.608.2025West, Jason, M.D. ....................... 972.608.2025West, T. Al, M.D. ........................ 972.608.2025
General/Vascular SurgeryHoyle, Robert, M.D. .................... 972.437.6651Hudgins, James, M.D. ................. 972.596.5225Kennard, Warrett, M.D. ............... 972.248.2426Kirby, Randall, M.D. ................... 214.345.5660Tran, Oanh, M.D. ........................ 469.222.9175
Gynecologic OncologyFine, Bruce, M.D. ....................... 972.566.7790Heffernan, Thomas, M.D. ............ 972.490.5970Koon, E. Colin, M.D. ................... 214.370.1301Lifshitz-Goldberg, Samuel, M.D. .. 214.691.9484Matthews, Carolyn, M.D. ............. 214.370.1301Oh, Jonathan, M.D. .................... 214.370.1300Phelps, Shawna, M.D. ................. 214.370.1301
GynecologyFox, Murray, M.D. ....................... 972.379.2416Gee, Phyllis, M.D. ...................... 469.361.4000Jones, Keli, M.D. ........................ 972.608.4433Smrekar, J. Douglas, M.D. ........... 972.867.6400Wood, Kathryn, M.D. ................... 972.769.9663
Hand SurgeryKnoll, Victoria, M.D. ................... 972.985.1072Lund, Earl, M.D. ........................ 972.250.5700Setty, Naveen, M.D. .................... 972.398.1131Smith III, Purcell, M.D. .............. 972.250.5700
Hematology/OncologyBurns, Robert, M.D. .................... 214.324.2823Chowdhary, Sultan, M.D. ............. 214.905.1300Connor, Charles, M.D. ................. 972.867.3577Gressler, Volker, M.D. .................. 972.421.4673Gupta, Naresh, M.D. ................... 972.758.2600Jones, Monte, M.D. .................... 972.542.8609Khan, Amanullah, M.D. ............... 214.905.1300Kinsella, Virginia, M.D. ............... 214.483.6933Kirby, Robert, M.D. ..................... 972.867.3577Le, Thuy, M.D. ........................... 972.398.2899Qureshi, Khusroo, M.D. ............... 214.530.0983Rao, Nandita, M.D. ..................... 972.596.7801Rizvi, Akbar, M.D. ...................... 972.548.9690Saez, Ruben, M.D. ..................... 214.483.6933Stokoe, Christopher, M.D. ............ 972.867.3577Stone, Scott, M.D. ...................... 972.867.3577
Hospital MedicineAshraf, Asma, M.D. .................... 972.519.1530Chu, Khiem, D.O. ....................... 972.519.1530Dhanvantri, Vijaya, M.D. .............. 972.519.1530Fullington, Douglas, M.D. ............ 972.832.7103Nayak, Venkatesh, M.D. .............. 972.519.1530Patel, Anilkumar, M.D. ................ 972.596.6800Patel, Ravi, M.D. ........................ 817.490.9841Siddiqui, Nadeem, M.D. .............. 972.519.1530Strawman, David, M.D. ............... 972.519.1530Vinjirayer, Elango, M.D. ...................214.217.1900Waheed, Salman, M.D................. 214.217.1911Yedulapuram, Manohar, M.D. .........972.519.1530
Infectious DiseasesBaum, Sue, M.D. ........................ 972.608.1009Kotwal, Dhiraj, M.D. ................... 972.484.7700Krishnan, Sujatha, M.D. .............. 972.484.7700Kussman, Howard, M.D. .............. 972.599.1637Martinez, Marcos, D.O. ............... 972.484.7700Prabhakar, Meenakshi, M.D. ........ 972.484.7700Reuben, Allen, M.D. ................... 972.239.3849Thakor, Kunjan, M.D. .................. 972.378.3242Torten, Dina, M.D. ...................... 972.239.3849Tummala, Chaitanya, M.D. .......... 972.484.7700
Internal Medicine alexander, Thomas, M.D. ............ 972.234.4994Ansari, Anis, M.D. ...................... 972.939.4646Anthony, Paul, M.D. .................... 972.769.8443Attmore, Jennifer, M.D. ............... 972.596.1803Bakhtari, Ladan, M.D. ................. 972.758.4455Barsik, Tamara, M.D. .................. 972.398.0500Bates, Rosemary, M.D. ................ 972.943.8597Berg, Stephanie, M.D. ................ 972.769.8443Brown, Joel, M.D. ....................... 972.596.3201Checo, Pedro, M.D. .................... 469.633.9700Cherukuri, Sunanda, M.D. ........... 214.473.3283Corbett, Edward, M.D. ................ 972.758.4455Dao, Trung, M.D. ........................ 972.234.4994Dar, Vaqar, M.D. ......................... 972.293.5151Ekweani, Obiora, M.D. ................ 972.668.3990Farooqi, Muhammad, M.D. .......... 972.398.8161Garza, David, M.D. ..................... 972.758.4455Giep, Son, M.D. ......................... 972.981.8215Gonzalez, Virginia, M.D. .............. 817.514.5262Graham, Robert, M.D. ................. 972.596.5222Grebennikov, Vladimir, M.D. ........ 972.235.2459Harris, Carolyn, M.D. .................. 972.596.5222Hewell, George, M.D. .................. 972.612.8431Khan, Mahmood, M.D. ................ 972.596.2911Kinra, Agnes, M.D. ..................... 972.596.1803Lavery, John, M.D. ...................... 972.747.0709Mania, William, M.D. .................. 972.669.9777
Meng, Jay, M.D. ......................... 972.398.3666Meyer, Adrian, M.D. .................... 972.231.6341Miller, Joseph, M.D. .................... 972.985.9595Moore, Pamela, M.D. .................. 972.867.1803Mulupuri, Rama, M.D. ................ 972.519.8300Narayanan, Subashini, M.D. ........ 972.731.7717Nguyen, Adrian, M.D. ................. 972.398.7891Norman, Mary, M.D. ................... 972.232.8080Peikari, Darius, M.D. .................. 972.964.7800Rude, Brenda, M.D. .................... 972.867.1803Sajjad, Naeem, M.D. .................. 972.234.3355Sharma, Vijay, M.D. .................... 972.867.9507Shore, Kenneth, M.D. ................. 972.596.1747Singh, Kuldeep, M.D. ................. 972.491.1723Solanki, Varsha, M.D................... 972.596.0095Sun, Michelle, M.D. .................... 972.596.1803Thakur, Kalpana, M.D. ................ 972.599.0400Tigges, Gary, M.D. ...................... 972.981.8215Tirandaz, Arash, M.D................... 972.981.7500Torres Jr., Louis, M.D. ................. 972.612.0231Touchstone, Joy, M.D. ................. 214.239.1053Tran, Anna, M.D. ........................ 214.239.1053Tran, Khang, M.D. ...................... 972.596.5222Vyza, Anitha, M.D. ...................... 972.731.7717Wang, Bo, M.D. .......................... 972.731.7717Wittenberg, John, M.D. ............... 972.596.5222Yagnik, Hitesh, M.D. ................... 972.867.1800Yokubaitis, Nathaniel, M.D. ......... 972.964.2950Zafar, Zahid, M.D. ...................... 214.544.2828Zavodny, Catheryne, M.D. ............ 972.596.1803
Interventional RadiologyBenson, Eric, M.D. ..................... 972.867.7862Driskill, Lance, M.D. ................... 972.867.7862Greenway, Kathryn, M.D. ............. 972.867.7862Janardhan, Vallabh, M.D. ............ 972.566.5146Jones, Gregory, M.D. ................... 972.867.7862Kim, David, M.D. ........................ 972.867.7862Moger, Adrian, M.D. .................... 972.867.7862Morris, Bruce, M.D. .................... 972.867.7862Pong, Edward, M.D. .................... 972.867.7862Roman III, Jorge, M.D. ................ 972.867.7862Sullivan, John, M.D. ................... 972.867.7862
Knee/Sports MedicineBarber, F. Alan, M.D. .................. 972.250.5700Ramsey III, Duncan, M.D. ........... 972.985.0866Sutker, Allan, M.D. ..................... 972.250.5700
Maternal Fetal/PerinatologyAlbert Jr., Thomas, M.D. ............. 972.981.8889Brown-Elliott, Carol, M.D. ............ 972.519.1328Gore, David, M.D. ....................... 972.473.6216Horsager, Robyn, M.D. ................ 214.648.2316Koster, Erin, M.D. ....................... 972.981.8870Lo, Julie, M.D. ........................... 214.645.3838Peters, Mark, M.D. ..................... 214.696.5757Predanic, Mladen, M.D. .............. 214.345.2318Rinehart, Brian, M.D. .................. 214.696.5757Rosnes, Jon, M.D. ...................... 214.345.2318Santiago-Munoz, Patricia, M.D. .... 214.645.3838Trimmer, Kenneth, M.D. .............. 972.385.9339Wallace, Roger, D.O. ................... 214.345.2318Zaretsky, Michael, M.D................ 469.303.3591
Medical Oncology Trillo, Gerardo, M.D. ................... 972.987.1975
NeonatologyAbiodun, Oluwatoyin, M.D. .......... 972.519.1294Ahmed, Nagi, M.D. ..................... 972.519.1294Anderson, Judith, M.D. ............... 214.343.6663August, Anna, M.D. .................... 214.343.6663Burgess, Gary, M.D. .................... 214.343.6663Deulofeut, Richard, M.D. ............ 214.343.6663Fituch, Camellia, M.D. ................ 214.343.6663Foster-Truehill, Lakeitha, M.D. ..... 972.519.1294Gonzalez, Marco Tulio, M.D. ........ 972.519.1294Green, David, M.D. ..................... 214.343.6663
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Jain, Alok, M.D. ......................... 972.519.1294Khan, Farha, M.D. ...................... 214.343.6663Kim, Linda, M.D. ........................ 214.343.6663Kuforiji, Theresa, M.D. ................ 972.519.1294Lucena, Jose, M.D. ..................... 972.519.1294Major-Kincade, Terri, M.D............ 214.343.6663Milvenan, Eileen, M.D. ................ 214.343.6663Minnich, Lisa, M.D. .................... 214.343.6663Nystrom, Gerald, M.D. ................ 214.343.6663Olney, Clayton, D.O. .................... 214.343.6663Perez, Eduardo, M.D. .................. 214.343.6663Powell, Cynthia, M.D. ................. 214.343.3663Quevedo-Riley, Maria, M.D. ......... 214.343.6663Randel, Randy, M.D. ................... 214.343.6663Ratner, Ian, M.D. ........................ 214.343.6663Reddy, Renuka, M.D. .................. 214.343.6663Salhab, Walid, M.D. .................... 214.343.6663Santiago, Antonio, M.D. .............. 214.343.6663Schwendeman, Clair, M.D. .......... 214.343.6663Subhani, Muhammad, M.D. ......... 972.519.1294Treen, Meridith, M.D. .................. 214.343.6663Voelker Jr., Robert, M.D. ............. 214.343.6663Walden, Rachel, M.D. ................. 214.343.6663Weisoly, David, D.O. .................... 214.343.6663Zhang, Min, M.D. ....................... 214.343.6663
NephrologyAsghar, Syed-Ali, M.D. ................ 214.358.2300Biedermann, Scott, M.D. ............. 469.467.0011Chebrolu, Srivasa, M.D. .............. 469.574.0464Chen, Jun, M.D. ......................... 469.574.0464Farkas, Robert, M.D. ................... 214.466.7230Fenves, Andrew, M.D. ................. 214.358.2300George, Jessie, M.D. ................... 469.467.0011Glowacki, L. Shannon, M.D. ........ 214.358.2300Hsu, Alice, M.D. ......................... 972.276.0139Hunt, Judson, M.D. .................... 214.358.2300Jabbar, Wasey, M.D. .................... 214.358.2300Joseph, Rajiv, M.D. ..................... 972.712.4141Kumar, Sumit, M.D. .................... 214.358.2300Landgarten, Michael, M.D. .......... 214.466.7230Mao, Zhi, M.D. ........................... 469.574.0464Mawla, Neghae, M.D. .................. 214.366.6066Peri, Usha, M.D. ........................ 972.759.4600Rizwan, Syed, M.D. .................... 214.358.2300Schwartz, John, M.D. .................. 214.358.2300Stephens, Gregory, M.D. .............. 214.358.2300Venkatesan, Jayanti, M.D. ........... 214.358.2300Wall, Bruce, M.D. ....................... 214.358.2300
NeurologyBell, Ronald, M.D. ...................... 972.498.7681Cruz, Erwin, M.D. ....................... 972.503.2780Harney, John, M.D. ..................... 972.783.8900Hopson, Daniel, M.D. .................. 972.403.3100Hurd, Paul, M.D. ........................ 972.403.3100Jenevein, Nolan, M.D. ................. 214.827.3610Leroy, Robert, M.D. ..................... 972.566.4821Mitchell, Thomas, M.D. ............... 972.612.0691Nagaraddi, Venkatesh, M.D. ........ 972.566.4821Nguyen, Khanh, M.D. ................. 972.612.6888Nosnik, Pedro, M.D. ................... 972.985.9048Rajan, Geeta, M.D. ..................... 972.867.3535Rosen-Schmidt, Shari, M.D. ........ 972.403.3100Seals, Michael, M.D. .................. 972.473.0190Shah, Kiran, M.D. ...................... 972.306.6300Summakia, Mohamed, M.D. ........ 972.566.1616Toler, Kathy, M.D. ....................... 972.488.8441Vijayappa, Madhu, M.D. .............. 972.566.5416
Neurology HospitalistNewsome, Donna, M.D. ............... 682.518.9300
NeuroradiologyDavis, Eric, M.D. ........................ 972.867.7862Elkins III, W. Nelson, M.D. .......... 972.867.7862Hochman, Jesse, M.D. ................ 972.867.7862Jones, Blaise, M.D. ..................... 972.867.7862Singhal, Anupam, M.D. ............... 972.867.7862
NeurosurgeryCastillon III, Frank, M.D. ............. 214.660.5650Cattorini, Jeffrey, M.D. ................ 972.535.2170Chang, Charles, M.D. .................. 214.778.2530Dickerman, Rob, D.O. ................. 972.238.0512Loyola, Walter, M.D..................... 972.312.0607Mignucci, Luis, M.D. .................. 972.378.6908Morgan, Brent, M.D. ................... 972.498.4389Parikh, Samir, M.D. .................... 972.473.2700Salinas, Paul, M.D. ..................... 972.377.9200Tompkins, John, M.D. ................. 972.964.8500
OB HospitalistBrown, Scott, M.D. ..................... 972.519.1530Farley, Wayne, D.O. .................... 214.217.1920Ho, Linda, M.D. ......................... 972.519.1530Patel, Satin, M.D. ....................... 214.217.1920Rogers, Dora, M.D. ..................... 972.519.1530Seddighzadeh, Marjan, M.D. ........ 972.519.1530Thomas, Robert, M.D. ................. 972.519.1530White, Charles, M.D. ................... 214.217.1920Yale, Rebecca, M.D. ................... 972.519.1530
Obstetrics/GynecologyBankston-Troiani, Dawn, M.D. ...... 972.612.8829Bass, Annie, M.D. ...................... 972.964.2202Chester, Donald, M.D. ................. 972.867.4300DaVolio, Julie, M.D. .................... 972.596.2470Diaz, Marlene, M.D. .................... 972.596.2470Downey, Charles, M.D. ................ 972.231.9144Duncan, Gary, M.D. .................... 972.867.8181Eisenberg, Dennis, M.D. .............. 972.379.2416Ferrara, Jean, M.D. ..................... 972.468.8158Fong, David, M.D. ...................... 972.890.9250Gebert, Alvin, M.D. ..................... 972.608.8889Greebon, Daryl, M.D. .................. 972.379.2416Hartley, Cindy, M.D. .................... 972.612.8829Hsu, Judith, M.D. ....................... 972.867.6400Jacobs, Arlene, M.D. ................... 972.596.8426Jibril, Deanah, D.O. .................... 972.867.4880Kuhne, R. Chris, M.D. ................. 214.705.7425Leveno, Joseph, M.D. .................. 972.596.5821Licker, Heather, M.D. .................. 972.596.2470Machupalli, Surekha, M.D. .......... 972.908.2444Monier, Jules, M.D. .................... 972.379.2416Mos, Amy, M.D. .......................... 972.596.2470Parker, John, M.D. ...................... 972.596.5900Reiman, Lionel, M.D. .................. 972.867.6400Reisler, Keith, M.D. .................... 972.985.9684Ricks, Jon, M.D. ......................... 972.379.2416Rovner, Ivan, M.D. ...................... 972.867.6400Spooner, Melinda, M.D. .............. 972.964.5514Umholtz, Lisa, M.D. .................... 972.596.2470Varadi, Kathleen, M.D. ................ 972.867.6400Vu, Julie, M.D. ........................... 972.867.6400Watts, Jenelle, M.D..................... 972.964.5514White, Kathryn, M.D. .................. 972.294.6992Woolridge, Vanessa, M.D. ............ 972.964.5514
OphthalmologyAhmad, Syed, M.D. .................... 214.361.1443Boothe, William, M.D. ................. 972.867.3955Coors, Lori, M.D. ........................ 214.692.6941Frazee, Lewis, M.D. .................... 972.867.7777Gilliland, Grant, M.D. .................. 214.522.7733Mazaheri, Mehrdad, M.D. ............ 972.889.3937Scharf, Robert, M.D. ................... 972.596.3328Stager Jr., David, M.D. ................ 972.758.0625Swanson, Susan, M.D. ................ 972.867.7777Vu, Them, M.D. .......................... 469.467.8100
Oral-Maxillofacial SurgeryBuckles, Robert, D.M.D. ............. 972.596.0312Craig, Mark, M.D., D.D.S. ............ 972.542.4700Fanous, Ramsey, D.D.S. .............. 972.596.9242Nix, Donald, D.D.S. .................... 972.985.7555Pavelka, R. Jason, M.D., D.D.S. ... 972.985.1300Selkin, Gilbert, M.D., D.M.D. ....... 972.985.9003Stewart, Larry, M.S., D.D.S.......... 972.596.9242
Orthopedic SurgeryBarber, F. Alan, M.D. .................. 972.250.5700Bauer, Brent, M.D. ..................... 972.608.2025Chaim, Solomon, M.D. ................ 972.250.5700Crates, John, M.D. ...................... 972.250.5700Desai, Sarang, D.O. .................... 972.985.1072Ellis, Lance, D.O. ....................... 972.608.2025Glidden, Geoffrey, M.D. ............... 972.964.0007Glogau, Alexander, M.D. .............. 972.985.1072Hanssen, Christopher, M.D. ......... 469.298.3640Hrnack, Scott, M.D. .................... 972.985.1072Hume, Christopher, D.O. ............. 972.608.5000Jones, Thomas, M.D. .................. 972.608.5000Kouyoumjian, Adam, D.O. ........... 972.985.1072Massanet Vollrath, Jose, M.D. ...... 972.608.5148McGarry, John, M.D. ................... 972.596.1059Mehta, Sacheen, M.D. ................ 214.575.2663Rainey, Scott, D.O. ..................... 972.608.5000Ramsey III, Duncan, M.D. ........... 972.985.0866Sanders, M. Blake, M.D. ............. 972.608.2025Saqqa, Samer, D.O. .................... 972.608.5000Schwartz, Michael, M.D. ............. 972.985.1072Sekhavat, Abbass, M.D. .............. 972.644.7115Shellock, Jessica, M.D. ............... 972.608.5000Sutker, Allan, M.D. ..................... 972.250.5700Taba, Michael, M.D..................... 972.964.2626Taylor, Roger, M.D. ..................... 972.964.6900Troop, Randal, M.D. .................... 972.250.5700Walter II, James, M.D. ................ 972.378.1438
OtolaryngologyBrindley, Mace, M.D. .................. 972.984.1050Champion, Gretchen, M.D. .......... 972.984.1050Cobb, William, M.D. ................... 972.596.4005Frank, Thomas, M.D. .................. 972.231.9361Gottlieb, Morris, M.D. ................. 972.480.8877Hsu, Chung, M.D. ....................... 972.234.5375Hsu, Kenneth, M.D. .................... 972.398.8777Lee, Dwight, M.D. ...................... 214.324.0418Lunde, Kevin, M.D. .................... 972.985.3223Matheny, Keith, M.D. .................. 972.596.4005Moore, John, M.D. ...................... 972.867.9135Peskind, Steven, M.D. ................ 972.596.2552Tseng, Ewen, M.D. ...................... 972.596.4005
Pain ManagementAdepitan, Olayinka, M.D. ............ 972.294.9555Holubec, Deborah, M.D. .............. 214.509.9691Holubec, Jerry, D.O. .................... 214.509.9691Kurian, Paul, D.O. ...................... 972.596.1059Merritt, Wesley, M.D. .................. 214.509.9691Ravula, Radhika, M.D. ................ 817.421.0279Yusufali, Iddriss, M.D. ................ 972.233.1999Zulqarnain, Muhammad, M.D. ..... 972.316.3344
PathologyAldred, Keith, M.D. .................... 972.519.1500Anand, Aditi, M.D. ...................... 972.519.1504Housini, Ihsan, M.D. ................... 817.878.5630Huffman, Henry, M.D. ................. 972.519.1501Jaiswal, Vilkesh, M.D. ................. 817.250.2168
Pediatric AnesthesiologyCastell, Allen, M.D. .................... 817.922.0252Dagen, Jennifer, M.D. ................. 817.334.0530Fitzgerald, Bruce, M.D. ............... 972.663.8550Harris, Bryan, M.D. ..................... 817.334.0530Kahn, Anne, M.D. ....................... 972.715.5000Kampine, John, M.D. .................. 972.715.5000Smith, Susan, M.D. .................... 972.715.5000Starks, M.E. (Red), M.D. ............. 972.715.5000Thorne, John, M.D. ..................... 972.715.5032
Pediatric Cardiology Carlson, Theodore, M.D. .............. 214.363.0000Clapp, Sandra, M.D. ................... 214.363.0000Kao, Jane, M.D. ......................... 972.566.4299Kort, Henry, M.D. ....................... 972.566.4299
Laird, Tracy, M.D. ....................... 972.566.8700Laird, W. Pennock, M.D. ............. 972.566.8700Laird II, W. Pennock, M.D. .......... 972.566.8700Pearse, Lee Ann, M.D. ................ 972.566.5622Thomas, Timothy, M.D. ............... 972.566.8700Verma, Amit, M.D. ...................... 972.566.8700Wright, Damaris, M.D.................. 214.363.0000
Pediatric Cardiothoracic SurgeryMendeloff, Eric, M.D. ................. 972.566.2525
Pediatric DevelopmentBuchanan, Jennifer, M.D. ............ 972.788.1858Burton, Valerie, M.D. .................. 972.788.1858Roberts, Cathleen, D.O. .............. 972.788.1858
Pediatric GastroenterologyBaker, John, M.D. ....................... 972.394.5757Dave, Manisha, M.D. .................. 972.394.5757
Pediatric Hospital MedicineAtiyeh, Stephanie, M.D. .............. 972.519.1530Buttles, Jason, M.D. ................... 214.217.1920Chi, Cynthia, M.D. ...................... 972.519.1530Durso, Barbara, M.D. .................. 972.519.1530Ortega, Lauren, M.D. .................. 972.519.1530Patel, Rima, M.D. ....................... 972.519.1530Zavadil, Velouette, M.D. .............. 972.519.1530
Pediatric Infectious DiseasesEhrett, Stuart, M.D. .................... 214.855.8510Istre, Gregory, M.D. ..................... 214.855.8510
Pediatric NeurologyBaiyeri, Mary, M.D. ..................... 972.769.9000Chudnow, Robert, M.D. ............... 972.769.9000Riela, Anthony, M.D. ................... 972.769.9000So, Gerald, M.D. ........................ 972.769.9000
Pediatric OncologyGhisoli, Maurizio, M.D. ............... 972.566.6647Goldman, Stanton, M.D. .............. 972.566.6647Lenarsky, Carl, M.D. ................... 972.566.6647Weinthal, Joel, M.D. ................... 972.566.6647
Pediatric OphthalmologyLeffler, Joel, M.D. ....................... 972.985.1233
Pediatric Orthopedic SurgeryHumeniuk, W. Barry, M.D. ........... 972.931.5437
Pediatric PulmonologyCopenhaver, Steven, M.D. ........... 972.566.6996Gelfand, Andrew, M.D. ................ 972.566.6996Lie, Hauw, M.D. ......................... 972.981.3251Mandujano, J. Fernando, M.D. ..... 972.566.5864Medina, Carlos, M.D. .................. 972.566.5864Rembecki, Richard, M.D. ............ 214.618.5437Schochet, Peter, M.D. ................. 972.981.3251Silver, Richard, M.D. .................. 972.566.5864Walter, Joseph, M.D. ................... 214.618.5437
Pediatric RadiologyKim, John, M.D. ......................... 972.867.7862
Pediatric SurgeryDammert, William, M.D. .............. 972.991.5719Hermann, Darrell, M.D. ............... 214.483.9300Kadesky, Kevin, M.D. .................. 214.483.9300LaNoue Jr., John, M.D. ............... 214.483.9300Renard, Thomas, M.D. ................ 214.483.9300Roden, Jay, M.D. ........................ 214.483.9300
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Pediatric UrologyEwalt, David, M.D. ...................... 214.750.0808Strand, William, M.D. ................. 214.750.0808
PediatricsAhmed, Anisa, M.D. .................... 972.231.6564Ahmed, Anisa, M.D. .................... 972.231.6564Ashworth, Carolyn, M.D. .............. 972.867.6880Berger, Laurie, M.D. ................... 972.608.0774Berkowitz, Jeffrey, M.D. .............. 972.473.7777Berry, Marcy, M.D. ...................... 972.208.8668Bhatia, Monika, M.D. .................. 972.359.7600Blatt, Lilyan, D.O. ...................... 972.548.7888Cambare-Piga, Nena, M.D. .......... 972.867.2869Capote-Piga, Versallie, M.D. ........ 214.618.2222Cramer, Andrea, M.D. ................. 972.681.7700Daniel, Richard, M.D. ................. 972.231.9421Darrow, Jennifer, M.D. ................ 972.519.0545de Villeneuve, Allan, M.D. ........... 972.985.0381Dugopolski, Suzanne, M.D. .......... 972.569.9904Eastman, George, M.D. ............... 972.596.1111Eley, Cheryl, M.D. ....................... 972.548.8382Evans, Carolyn, M.D. .................. 972.985.0381Ezekiel, Kalavalli, M.D. ............... 972.231.5364Frank, Catherine, M.D. ................ 972.548.7888Goebel, Charles, D.O. .................. 972.473.7777Gondol, Sara, M.D. ..................... 972.519.1139Haq, Naveen, M.D. ..................... 972.596.8100Hebbur, Malini, M.D. .................. 972.519.0545Islam, Nurul, M.D. ...................... 972.838.1401Jiang, Chu-Ling, M.D. ................. 972.907.8554Kamal, Lubna, M.D. ................... 972.303.2400Kaplan, Aaron, D.O. .................... 972.943.9151Katz, Scott, M.D. ........................ 972.596.2131Kessinger, William, M.D. ............. 972.548.7888Kumar, Iresh, M.D. ..................... 214.705.9696Leon, Elizabeth, M.D. ................. 972.608.0774Lin, William, M.D. ...................... 972.235.9444Majeed, Muhammad, M.D. .......... 972.312.1288Martinez, Frank, M.D. ................. 972.727.1184McDonald, Russell, M.D. ............. 972.596.2131Menchaca, Virginia, M.D. ............ 972.548.7888Merchant, Rhonda, M.D. ............. 972.491.7900Messner, Julie, D.O. .................... 972.473.7777Minnal, Deepika, M.D. ................ 972.424.7915Minsky, Norman, M.D. ................ 972.596.9513Mix, Angela, D.O. ....................... 972.608.0774Moshier, Jason, M.D. .................. 972.985.0381Mutyala, Sireesha, M.D. .............. 972.491.7900Myint, Daniel, M.D. .................... 972.680.9983Novak, Jayshree, M.D. ................ 972.231.4605Okammor, I. Chioma, M.D. .......... 972.519.0545Piga, Naomi, M.D. ...................... 214.618.2222Pilkington, Ronald, M.D. ............. 972.442.3591Quiroz, Benjamin, M.D. ............... 972.867.5100Ramirez, Miranda, M.D. .............. 972.312.0440Rodrigues, Steven, M.D. .............. 972.569.9904Ruiz-Yedwab, Beatriz, M.D. ......... 214.320.1661Rylie, Sarah, M.D. ...................... 972.208.8668Salamon, George, M.D. ............... 972.867.8979Salem, Nagaratina, M.D. ............. 214.383.4400Samara, David, M.D. ................... 972.519.0545Seibert, Lori, M.D. ...................... 972.985.0381Shams, Ali, M.D. ........................ 972.964.7773Sherrod, Peter, M.D. ................... 972.596.8100Stanton, William, M.D. ................ 972.519.0545Stokes, Kathleen, M.D. ............... 972.335.4444Sutton, Nicole, M.D. ................... 972.548.7888Uddin, Muhammad, M.D. ............ 972.530.5999Vassa, Rajendra, M.D. ................. 972.548.5363Weiss, Shelley, M.D. ................... 972.566.4286Wilson, Golder, M.D. ................... 972.312.0440Wong, Jenelle, M.D. .................... 972.473.7777Yedwab, Alan, M.D. .................... 214.320.1661Zhang, Shaoping, M.D. ............... 972.599.9960
Physical MedicineColon Gutierrez, Omar, M.D. ........ 972.378.6908Dauber, Kenneth, M.D. ............... 972.250.5700Diamond, H. Gregg, M.D. ............ 214.530.8400Ellman, Michael, M.D. ................ 972.682.3909Figueroa, Ivan, M.D. ................... 972.428.1694Garcia, Michael, M.D. ................. 817.442.9300Hsiao, Myrna, D.O. ..................... 972.612.4999Jain, Nisha, M.D. ....................... 972.769.7246Jones, Richard, M.D. .................. 972.612.4999McKenzie, Aine, M.D. ................. 972.985.1072Nguyen, Anh, M.D. ..................... 972.612.4999Powell, Gregory, M.D. .................. 972.985.1072Reeves, Ryan, M.D. .................... 817.442.9300Vattam, Sreenadha, M.D. ............ 903.892.1999
Plastic SurgeryAngobaldo, Jeff, M.D. ................. 972.378.3870Carman-Stiles, Christine, M.D. ..... 214.618.4000Dulin, W. Alan, M.D. ................... 972.543.2477Friedman, Ronald, M.D. .............. 469.467.0100Harris, Scott, M.D. ..................... 972.543.2477Jejurikar, Sameer, M.D. ............... 214.827.2814Little, Joseph, M.D. .................... 972.985.0065Meade, Ricardo, M.D. ................. 214.823.1691Morrissey, James, M.D. ............... 214.943.9222Rai, Vasdev, M.D. ....................... 972.392.3511Sparenberg, C. Russell, M.D. ....... 972.867.2522Stephan, Phillip, M.D. ................ 214.827.2873Wallace, Charles, M.D. ................ 972.380.7090White, Steven, M.D. .................... 214.696.6676Wilcox, Robert, M.D. ................... 972.620.1700Yaker, Natan, M.D. ..................... 972.985.7474Young, Patty, M.D. ...................... 972.398.1131
PodiatryAshton, Roy, D.P.M. .................... 972.818.5600Ashton, Scott, D.P.M................... 972.818.5600Berkey, Steven, D.P.M. ................ 972.424.3505Campbell, Leslie, D.P.M. ............. 972.747.5800Cheng, Kellvan, D.P.M. ............... 972.838.5926Churchwell, C. Stan, D.P.M. ........ 972.378.0740Feigenbaum, Mona, D.P.M........... 972.517.9922Gold, Sandra, D.P.M. .................. 972.781.1970Knapp, Horst, D.P.M. .................. 972.712.7773Korpinen, Jaryl, D.P.M. ............... 972.424.8999Mashigian, Gary, D.P.M. .............. 972.781.1970Mobarak, Reza, D.P.M. ................ 972.316.0902Schechter, Victor, D.P.M. ............. 972.396.9101Tavakoli, Mojgan, D.P.M. ............. 972.712.7773Weiner, Richard, D.P.M. .............. 214.351.2180Wisdom, Jill, D.P.M. ................... 972.769.7280
PsychiatryCarson, Doyle, M.D. .................... 972.276.0755Kabel, David, D.O. ...................... 972.612.4428Singh, Sunita, M.D. .................... 972.772.1032
Pulmonary MedicineBetz, Timothy, M.D. .................... 972.964.0170Chappell, Timothy, M.D. .............. 972.964.0170Kureishy, Shahrukh, M.D. ............ 214.547.7740Sastry, Malladi, M.D. .................. 972.596.2135
Radiation OncologyEngleman, Mark, M.D. ................ 972.596.7801Greenberg, Jeffrey, M.D. .............. 972.867.3577Wilcox, Barry, M.D. ..................... 214.370.1400
RadiologyAryan, John, M.D. ....................... 972.867.7862Bakshi, Tracy, M.D. ..................... 972.867.7862Bentley, Gail, M.D. ..................... 972.867.7862Bondy, John, M.D. ...................... 972.867.7862Borden, R. Dean, M.D. ................ 972.867.7862Boren Jr., Edwin, M.D. ................ 972.867.7862Carenza, Jeffrey, M.D. ................. 972.867.7862Chen, Henry, M.D. ...................... 972.867.7862Chicoskie, Christopher, M.D. ........ 972.867.7862Colby, Ethan, M.D. ..................... 972.867.7862Diebner, Debra, M.D. .................. 972.867.7862Diebner, Jeffrey, M.D. ................. 972.867.7862Donohoe, Amanda, M.D. ............. 972.867.7862Goscin, Christopher, M.D. ............ 972.867.7862Guinn, Todd, M.D. ...................... 972.867.7862Gutknecht, Michael, M.D. ........... 972.867.7862Herrera, Mark, M.D. .................... 972.867.7862Kapoor, Vipul, M.D. .................... 972.867.7862Khasgiwala, Vaibhav, M.D. ........... 972.867.7862Klamer, David, M.D. ................... 972.867.7862La, Samuel, M.D. ....................... 972.867.7862Ma, Jason, M.D. ......................... 972.867.7862Martin, Warren, M.D. .................. 972.867.7862Massengale, Jennifer, M.D. .......... 972.867.7862McGinnis, Leslie, M.D. ................ 972.867.7862Metzler, Jonathan, M.D. .............. 972.867.7862Miller, Brian, M.D. ...................... 972.867.7862Mulloy, John, M.D. ..................... 972.867.7862Nguyen, Bao-Tram, M.D. ............. 972.867.7862Nguyen, Nam, M.D. .................... 972.867.7862Quarles, Bryan, M.D. .................. 972.867.7862Ravipati, Anuradha, M.D. ............ 972.867.7862Reiman, Steven, M.D. ................. 972.867.7862Rian, Roger, M.D. ....................... 972.867.7862Sanders, Clayton, M.D. ............... 972.867.7862Seaberg, Elizabeth, M.D. ............. 972.867.7862Seaberg, Karen, M.D. .................. 972.867.7862Shin, Victor, M.D. ....................... 972.867.7862Small, Andrew, M.D. ................... 972.867.7862Spivey, Mark, M.D. ..................... 972.867.7862Starr, Alicia, M.D. ....................... 972.867.7862Staveteig, Paul, M.D. .................. 972.867.7862Taten, Allison, M.D. .................... 972.867.7862Thompson, Buddy, M.D. .............. 972.867.7862Tschoepe, Ernest, M.D. ............... 972.867.7862Walker, Shannon, M.D................. 972.867.7862Webb, Gary, M.D. ....................... 972.867.7862Wen, Ted, M.D. .......................... 972.867.7862Whitworth, Melissa, M.D. ............ 972.867.7862Wooten, Edward, M.D. ................ 972.867.7862Zajicek, Sara, M.D. ..................... 972.867.7862Zogg, Morna, M.D. ...................... 972.867.7862
Reproductive EndocrinologyBarnett, Brian, M.D. ................... 972.981.8700Douglas, James, M.D. ................. 972.612.2500
RheumatologyBarbosa, Leyka, M.D. .................. 972.566.6599Chowdhry, Iftikhar, M.D. .............. 214.823.6503Cohen, Stanley, M.D. .................. 214.540.0700Geppert, Thomas, M.D. ............... 214.540.0700Iqbal, Imran, M.D. ...................... 214.540.0700Jenkins, Robert, M.D. ................. 214.540.0700Kapoor, Dipali, M.D. ................... 972.377.1490Kheshgi, Talat, M.D. ................... 214.540.0700Kurepa, Zoran, M.D. ................... 214.540.0700Lakhanpal, Sharad, M.D. ............. 214.540.0700Limanni, Alex, M.D. .................... 214.823.6503Nair, Priya, M.D. ........................ 214.823.6503Patel, Himanshu, D.O. ................ 214.823.6503Petrone, Dianne, M.D. ................ 214.823.6503Sackler, Marian, M.D. ................. 972.234.3001Stern, Richard, M.D. ................... 214.540.0700Tehlirian, Christopher, M.D. ......... 214.823.6503Vine, Jack, M.D. ......................... 214.540.0660Willis, John, M.D. ....................... 214.823.6503
Sleep MedicineFoster, Gregory, M.D. .................. 972.680.0666Gammon, R. Bruce, M.D. ............ 972.680.0666Kakar, Rajdeep, M.D. .................. 972.473.7474Mike, Margaret, M.D. .................. 214.638.4801Padegal, Vivek, M.D. ................... 972.241.4208
Spine SurgeryArakal, Rajesh, M.D. ................... 972.608.5000Carmody, Cameron, M.D. ............. 972.250.5700Courtney, Stephen, M.D. ............. 972.250.5700Guyer, Richard, M.D. .................. 972.608.5000Hayden, Shawn, M.D. ................. 214.731.3008Hisey, Michael, M.D.................... 940.382.2204Mackenzie, Donald, M.D. ............ 972.867.3121
UrologyAllen, Mark, M.D. ....................... 972.612.8037Buch, Jeffrey, M.D. ..................... 972.612.7131Freeman, Alan, M.D. ................... 972.596.6733Hassell, J. Scott, M.D. ................ 972.612.8037Herbert, Frances, M.D. ................ 972.596.6733Kim, Nancy, M.D. ....................... 972.612.8037Leach, Fredrick, M.D. ................. 972.394.8437Lieman, Stephen, M.D. ............... 972.612.8037Mitchell, William, M.D. ............... 972.548.8195Mootha, Ravi, M.D. ..................... 972.235.3248Mulchin, William, M.D. ............... 972.867.3928Rogenes, Vince, M.D. .................. 972.612.8037Stringer, Jared, M.D. ................... 972.548.8195Wierschem, Michael, M.D............ 972.596.6733
Wound CareBastawros, David, D.P.M. ............ 972.744.9088Kraven, Thomas, M.D. ................ 972.941.6448Scott, Ronald, M.D. .................... 214.473.7570
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sWeeT ’N’ seNsIBLethird thursday of the month, 7 to 8 p.m., Building ii, Surgery center of plano. Call 972.519.1207. No meeting in November or December.thursday, October 21: “eating Strategies for the holidays,” Doug Liner, R.D./L.D., C.D.E., will share ideas for lightening your holiday meals. Enjoy a snack featuring lighter holiday fare.
Educational SeminarsReservations required. Call 972.519.1209.
FrIeNDs aND FaMILY CPr For CHILDreN Fourth Saturday of each month, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., auditorium, Building iii, Suite 315Child CPR classes for adults with children under their care take place the fourth Saturday of each month. The cost is $35 and includes the Laerdal adult inflatable CPR manikin and DVD to take home. You will also receive instructions on the DVD for adult CPR. Reservations required. Call 972.519.1251.
NeW MoM’s Tea2 p.m., auditorium, Building iii, Suite 315 Enjoy a cup of tea and a Sunday afternoon filled with relaxation, socializing, and an informative seminar. Share your stories and friendship with other new moms and babies.Sunday, October 24: “Babies and pets … the ultimate Sibling rivalry?”PetSmart will present ways to teach your baby and children how to properly play with, and respect, the family pet. Learn how to introduce the family pet to a new baby and other children. Dress your baby in his Halloween costume and bring your pet’s Halloween costume on your favorite stuffed animal. There will be a Halloween parade and recognition of the cutest and
most original costumes for baby and pet.Sunday, november 21: “a holiday tea”A visit and pictures with Santa, story time, and a white elephant gift exchange are all part of this holiday tea for you and your baby! What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon during the holiday season!
seCoND CuP oF CoFFee LeCTure serIes Second Saturday of each month, 9 a.m., the Shops at Willow Bend in the communication courtEnjoy Starbucks coffee and medical updates from doctors and medical professionals.Saturday, October 9: “the genetics of Breast cancer”Eileen Javurek, R.N., breast cancer navi-gator, will discuss the genetic aspects of breast cancer. Learn about BRCA gene testing and other screenings available to assess your risk for breast cancer. Saturday, november 13: “get Smart about diabetes”Ladan Bakhtari, M.D., will discuss the diagno-sis that is growing across our country. Learn about diabetes signs and symptoms and the importance of diagnosing and treatment..Saturday, december 11: “Staying healthy during the holidays”Rosemary Griffin, R.N., director of Employee Health and Infection Control, will provide tips on staying healthy during the holidays. Get the latest information on flu shots and important immunizations.
sPIrIT GIrLs third Sunday of each month, 2 to 4 p.m., auditorium, Building iii, Suite 315A program specifically for young girls (sixth through eighth grade) and their mothers. This new program focuses on a different health topic each month to edu-cate you and stimulate healthy conversa-tions between you and your daughter.
Sunday, October 17: “don’t Be Scared of Saying nO”Learn empowering suggestions to help them say “NO” and the relationship between mother and daughter will grow. The girls will make a scary door decoration for their room at home. Also enjoy tricks and treats!Sunday, november 21: “healthy choices in nutrition—choose a life of color as you Build your Body for the Future”Nicole Bullock, R.D., L.D., manager of food and nutrition services, will discuss the importance of including color in their diet. The girls will make a healthy dish that can be part of a holiday meal. located at coit St. cafe at 3901 W. 15th Street.
NeW BaBY DaY CaMP For BIG BroTHers aND sIsTers Saturday, november 13, 9 a.m. to noon, Second Floor classroomsDesigned for children ages 4 and older, this fun “day at camp” helps siblings pre-pare for the arrival of a new baby.
TeDDY Bear CaMPSaturday, October 16 or december 18, 10 to 11 a.m., Second Floor classroomsDesigned for expectant siblings ages 2 and 3. Toddlers bring their teddy bears and listen to a story, discover what new babies can do, and learn to hold them with parents’ assistance. saFe sITTer BaBYsITTING CLassSaturday, november 6, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Second Floor classroomsBoys and girls ages 11 to 13 learn safe child care techniques, behavior manage-ment skills, and appropriate responses to medical emergencies. Includes instruc-tion in infant and child CPR. Cost: $55.
BooT CaMP For NeW DaDs Wednesday, november 18, 7 p.m., Second Floor classroomsAn OB-GYN and a pediatrician will share their expertise to illustrate the magic and challenges of fatherhood.
MeNsTruaTIoN: THe CYCLe BeGINsWednesday, november 17, 7 p.m., auditorium, Building iii, Suite 315 Mothers and daughters will learn about the biological, medical, and practical aspects of menstruation from an OB-GYN.
Bariatric Services
BarIaTrIC surGerY orIeNTaTIoNWednesday, October 13, thursday, October 28, thursday, november 11, tuesday, november 30, thursday, december 9, 7 p.m., auditorium, Building iii, Suite 315The Bariatric Surgery Program is a compre-hensive program with personalized attention as you work toward your weight loss goal. Come meet your team of experts: doctor, dietitian, therapist, and exercise specialist. For reservations, call 972.519.1437.
BarIaTrIC suPPorT GrouPstuesday, October 5, monday, October 18, tuesday, november 2 or 23, tuesday, december 7 or 21, 6:30 p.m., auditorium, Building iii, Suite 315Biweekly support groups for nutrition and emotional wellness for those that have either had or are considering a bariatric procedure.
Grandparent AdventuresCall 972.519.1209 for more information or reservations!
GraNDPareNT aDveNTures: a vIsIT To THe HosPITaLSunday, november 14, 2 p.m., atriumActivities include tours of the Emergency Department, newborn nursery, and Radiology Department. Kids will explore an ambulance, take part in crafts, and more.
GraNDPareNTING 101: CarING For KIDs ToDaYthursday, October 28, 7 p.m., Second Floor classroomsLearn the latest safety techniques and ways to develop a special relationship with your grandchildren.
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Myths and Facts About Autism
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The numbers are undeniably alarming—the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) increased 57% between 2002 and 2006. Today, nearly 1% of children are diagnosed with an ASD. While researchers say no single factor can explain these statistics, one thing is certain: Parents can best help their children by under-standing the myths—and facts—about this disease.
myth: All people with autism are alike. Fact: ASDs make up a group of developmental dis-abilities that affect social, communication, and behav-ioral abilities. They are called “spectrum disorders” because they affect each person in a different way, and symptoms can range from mild to severe.
myth: Autism is caused by poor parenting, vaccines, and so forth.Fact: Researchers don’t know exactly what causes ASDs. They do know it has nothing to do with how a child is raised.
The idea that vaccines might play a role surfaced after a small 1998 study. Many parents became con-cerned, some refusing to vaccinate their children and putting them at risk for serious contagious diseases. In early 2010, however, the Lancet study was retracted by the journal after flaws in research methods were revealed. There is no scientific evidence that vaccines cause autism.
So what do experts think are risk factors for ASDs? Children with a sibling or parent with an ASD are at higher risk. So are boys, as well as children with cer-tain genetic disorders. But researchers continue to search for answers, and they are looking at everything from brain chemistry, to birth order, to genetic and environmental factors.
myth: Autism can be cured.Fact: Currently there is no cure for ASDs, but early diagnosis and intervention can greatly improve a child’s development. That’s why the American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended that pedia-tricians screen all children for ASDs at both 18 and 24 months.
Research has found that signs of autism may emerge gradually over a child’s first year or more, so in the majority of affected children, it may not be pos-sible to identify an ASD before age 1. Researchers also found that parents do not always recognize ASD signs and would be helped by formal screenings.
To educate parents about developmental milestones so that they can better recognize symptoms, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched a website, “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” You can find it at www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly.
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Help Your Teen Cope with DiabetesThese days, lots of teens—many who are over-weight and inactive—are developing type 2 diabetes. Left uncontrolled, high blood sugar can raise the risk for early heart disease. It also can have emotional effects, making kids feel different or stressed.
A little parental support can go a long way. Here’s how to help:• Cook the same healthy foods for the whole
family so that your teen isn’t left out.• Plan family walks to help your teen get 60
minutes of exercise a day.• Don’t see your role as the “blood sugar
police.” Watch your teen complete his test-ing until he’s shown that he can keep it under control. Then, give him some space.
• Get your teen a cool journal to help her “vent.”
• Peers can be a great source of support. Find a local camp or group for kids with diabetes at 800.diaBeteS (800.342.2383).
Our eyes can feel scratchy and irritated under many conditions—airplane travel, sitting in an air-con-ditioned room, or spending hours at the computer. But some people actually don’t produce enough tears,
or their tears evaporate too quickly, so their eyes are dry and uncomfortable all the time.
If this sounds familiar, see your ophthalmologist. Your doctor will examine your eyes and perform tests to measure your tears. “The good news is that there are many effective treatments for dry eye,” says Susan Swanson, M.D., an ophthalmolo-gist on staff at The Medical Center of Plano.
let the gOOd tearS FlOWTears lubricate the surface of the eyes, wash away debris, and help protect the eye from infection. Tears are also necessary for healthy eyes and clear vision. Symptoms of dry eye can include:• Stinging or burning • A scratchy feeling, or a feeling that something is
in the eye• Eye fatigue• Redness• Difficulty wearing contact lenses• Excess tearing, caused by irritation • Fluctuating vision
Untreated dry eye can raise the risk for eye infec-tions and lead to scarring on the cornea and vision problems. Dry eye can occur at any age, but it’s more common in women—particularly those past menopause—and older adults. It can be associated with certain medical conditions, like autoimmune diseases, or caused by medications, such as anti-histamines. Radiation therapy and LASIK also can cause dry eyes. So can long sessions on the com-puter or playing video games.
many OptiOnS FOr treatmentOver-the-counter artificial tears, gels, and oint-ments are usually the first line of treatment for dry eye. Additional options include:• Punctal plugs, tiny silicone plugs inserted into
the drainage holes of the eyes so that tears stay in the eyes longer
• Steroid eye drops, to decrease inflammation on the eye
• A prescription medication, RESTASIS®, that controls inflammation on the eye's surface and increases the ability to produce tears
• Special contact lenses that keep air from drying the surface of the eye
“Work with your eye doctor to decide which approach is right for you,” Dr. Swanson says.
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diaBeteS health Fair: One Small change can make the diFFerenceSaturday, november 13, 9 a.m. to noon the medical center of plano atrium Learn about small changes that you can incorporate into your lifestyle that will make living with diabetes easier. • Health screenings: blood pressure, blood glucose,
waist/hip ratio, body fat, and vision and foot checks
• Information on the latest insulin pumps, home glucose monitoring supplies, and medications
• Ask a … physician, dietitian, certified diabetes educator, and pharmacist
• Nutrition and meal-planning tips, recipes, portion controls, carbohydrate counting, and more
• Door prizes and light refreshments• No reservations needed
Special Events!
WOund care center Open hOuSethursday, October 14tours of the Wound care center, Building iii, 4001 West 15th St., Suite 100, will be from 6 to 7 p.m. and 8 to 9 p.m. Ron Scott, M.D., medical director, will present modern advances in Wound care at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium, Suite 315, discussing new technology, and treatment options related to wound care. For seminar reservations, call 972.519.1437.
“Spirit girlS night Out: light up yOur liFe”monday, October 11
Midnight Mammo Marathon, 8 a.m. to midnight, Thyroid Ultrasound Screenings and Spirit Girl’s Night Out at 6:30 p.m. Warrett Kennard, M.D., gen-eral surgeon, will present information on thyroid cancer and breast surgeon Beth Anglin, M.D., will share the latest
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Having trouble starting your family or adding to it? You’re not alone. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists estimates
that as many as one in 10 couples fail to get pregnant within six to 12 months of trying.
Your doctor can help. Dawn Bankston, M.D., an obstetrician-gynecologist at The Medical Center of Plano, says that women with fertility problems prefer to stick with the doctor and office staff they’ve come to know. She says, “Ninety percent of the infertile couples we see here have a problem that we can treat.”
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updates on breast cancer. Visit vendors featuring items from candles to lamps to make your life “lighter” as well as mini-makeovers, chair massages, and eyebrow waxing. Call 972.612.6500 to schedule your mammogram and thyroid ultrasound screening at Women’sLink Diagnostics. Walk-ins welcome. Health screenings, education, food, and pam-pering—can you think of a better way of treating yourself on a Monday evening?
“an evening OF pink”thursday, October 21Celebrate all women, especially breast cancer survivors, at a special “Evening of Pink.” Don your favorite black dress and favorite pink accessories. Dynamic speaker Tanya Abreu, national president of Spirit of Women, returns to help us celebrate women and pink. Breast sur-
geon Beth Anglin, M.D., will provide the latest updates in the fight against breast cancer. Bring your friends, mother, sister, aunt, daughter, and granddaughters (at least 13 years old). A light dinner will be served and reservations are required. Purchase tickets for special drawings to win pink baskets with proceeds benefit-ing the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Presented by the Oncology Department and Women’s Services.
“reSt eaSy: an evening devOted tO Sleep and relaxatiOn!”monday, november 8Bruce Gammon, M.D., director of the Sleep Center, will share the secrets of good sleep. He will discuss tests that are available to help determine if there are physical reasons for your sleep dif-ficulties. Gather tips that might help us
in our quest to have that perfect night’s sleep! June Hand from Purple Ranch Lavender Farm will share the secrets of lavender, the relaxing qualities of this herb, and the variety of products avail-able at the lavender farm in Royse City.
“the hOliday taBle”monday, december 13 Macy’s at The Shops at Willow Bend will share with us the secrets of set-ting a perfect table. Gather new ideas for centerpieces and other special touches for holiday gatherings. Food and Nutrition Services Manager Nicole Bullock will share a healthy and easy holiday menu that you can prepare at home. AnnMarie Buckley, LCSW, will discuss how holiday stress can affect us and provide tips for making holidays a celebration for all.
Infertility Problems? We Can Offer You HelppinpOinting the cauSe To solve the infertility puzzle, Dr. Bankston and her colleagues employ a variety of diagnostic proce-dures. These include:• Lab work to test for hormone
irregularities that could interfere with fertility
• Ultrasound imaging to determine if a woman is ovulating
• Hysterosalpingography, an X-ray to show blockages in the fallopian tubes or uterus
• Laparoscopy, an outpatient proce-dure to look for a condition called endometriosis or pelvic scarring, which could prevent pregnancy
A urologist can also help determine if the male partner has enough sperm and if they can swim freely.
Most of the time, your doctor can treat infertility with drugs or minor surgery. Dr. Bankston explains, “We offer oral and injectable fertility medications that stimulate ovulation, as well as intrauterine insemination, called artificial insemination.”
caring While curingUnlike some doctors, physicians at The Medical Center of Plano recognize that infertility can be stressful, and that your emotional well-being matters as much as your physical health. “A lot of women suffer mood problems when they can’t
get pregnant,” says Dr. Bankston.A program at The Medical Center of
Plano called Women’sLink, which offers services for women at every life stage, also addresses the emotional aspects of infertility.
An infertility support group meets at the Women’sLink Support Services Clinic at 4001 West 15th St., Suite 465. Each 90-minute session leaves time for women to discuss their feelings and learn healthy ways to cope.
For more information about the infertility support group, call 972.519.1588 or go to TheMedicalCenterofPlano.com.
All events meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Auditorium, Building III, Suite 315, northwest corner of Coit and 15th streets, unless otherwise noted. For reservations, call 214.473.7317.
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