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Physicians & Clinical Staff
The Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands physicians provide specialty care and treatment for a variety of pediatric diseases and conditions. Our clinics are staffed by Texas Children's Hospital physicians, surgeons, therapists and clinical staff who specialize in the services listed below.
Adolescent Medicine
Dr. Bretz provides medical subspecialty care for teens and young adults at Texas Children’s Hospital. She believes that quality healthcare for adolescents is an investment in our future and is driven to empower patients and families to be well equipped as they face the challenge of transitioning… read more
Phone: 936-267-6300
Dr. Franklin is a pediatric psychologist that specializes in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques to address adolescent mental health concerns. Through the Department of Adolescent Medicine she sees patients with mood, anxiety, and eating disorders. Dr.… read more
Phone: 936-267-6300
Allergy & Immunology
Dr. Chinen is a specialist in allergic disorders and immunology defects. He has an extensive clinical experience acquired during his work at Centers of Excellence such as the National Institutes of Health, Downstate University of New York and Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Chinen has also… read more
Phone: 936-267-7577 (The Woodlands) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
I strive to provide the highest quality of care to my patients and their families with allergic disorders and immune deficiencies. Being diagnosed with severe food allergies and or immune deficiencies can be very stressful for the patients and their families. Hence my goal is to make all possible… read more
Phone: 936- 267-7577
Dr. Tuano strives to improve the quality of life of children with allergic and immunologic conditions and help their families manage and cope with these conditions. She sees patients with a wide range of allergic conditions, like eczema, food allergy, allergic rhinitis, asthma, drug allergy, and… read more
Phone: 936-267-7577
Audiology
Clinical Interests:
Cochlear implants, newborn hearing screening and evaluation, pediatric amplification, and diagnostic hearing evaluation
Phone: 936-267-7350
Dr. Nelson’s aim is to provide comprehensive care to each patient and to assist families in making the best decisions to help their child thrive. She has been practicing pediatric audiology since 2002 and with Texas Children’s since 2006.
Clinical Interests:
Diagnosis and management of hearing… read more
Phone: 936-267-7350
Clinical Interests:
Cochlear implants, auditory evoked potentials, and pediatric amplification
Phone: 936-267-7350
My goal is to provide family-centered audiologic care that serves the individual needs of every patient and family. I focus on the whole patient, not just their hearing, working with families to ensure every child reaches their full potential.
Clinical Interests:
Early hearing loss… read more
Phone: 936-267-7350
Bariatric Surgery Program
Dr. Ruben Rodriguez is a general and thoracic pediatric surgeon whose primary practice is at Texas Children’s Hospital – The Woodlands. His focus is on complex gastrointestinal surgery with a specific interest in minimally invasive approaches. He specializes in surgeries for Inflammatory Bowel… read more
Phone: 936-267-7333 (The Woodlands)
Dr. Shawn J. Stafford entered medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina after serving an eight-year enlistment in the United States Navy. He went on to complete a residency at Louisiana State University. During his time at LSU he was involved in research looking at angiogenesis and… read more
Phone: 936-267-7333 (The Woodlands) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
Jocelyn attended University of Buffalo – SUNY where she obtained her nutrition advanced certificate and Master’s degree in clinical nutrition. With this degree, she practiced as a dietitian for three years before going on to become a physician assistant. She attended Eastern Virginia Medical School… read more
Phone: 936-267-7200
Michael loves to educate and spend as much time as needed with patients teaching them about diagnoses, treatment plans and making sure they get all the answers they need.
Michael White is board certified as a Physician Assistant through the National Commission on Certification of Physician… read more
Phone: 737-220-8200
Cancer and Hematology Centers
Dr. Pamela Camacho is a full time faculty member in the Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine. She is a member of the Leukemia Program. Her clinical interests include general oncology and benign hematology, with a special interest in… read more
Phone: 936-267-7744
Dr. Ricardo J. Flores graduated from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine with highest honors in 2004. He completed his training in pediatrics at the University of Puerto Rico Pediatric Hospital in 2007 and his subspecialty training in pediatric hematology/oncology at Baylor College of… read more
Phone: 832-824-1037 (office)
Dr. Michael Gleason was introduced to the world of pediatric cancer when he was diagnosed with lymphoma in high school. He was treated here at Texas Children’s Hospital on one of the research protocols that Texas Children’s Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine were offering. His personal… read more
Phone: 936-267-7444
Dr. Hatel Moonat is a full time faculty member in the Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine. Her clinical expertise includes both benign hematology and general oncology, with a special interest in pediatric solid tumors.
Dr. Moonat… read more
Phone: 936-267-7444 (Clinic)
Dr. Trinh Nguyen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine-Texas Children's Hospital. She has over 6 years experience in treating children with bleeding and clotting disorders, a very highly specialized… read more
Phone: 936-267-7444
Cardiology
Dr. Peter R. Ermis has been a Baylor College of Medicine faculty member since 2014 after completing his combined internal medicine-pediatrics residency at the Baylor Affiliated Hospitals and his combined adult and pediatric cardiology fellowships at the Texas Heart Institute and Texas Children's… read more
Phone: 832-822-2243 (Main) | 936-267-6000 (The Woodlands)
Phone: 832-826-5600 (Main) | 936-267-6000 (The Woodlands) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
Dr. Kuriakose grew up in New York and went to Stony Brook University, where she studied Anthropology and also earned her medical degree. She completed her residency and fellowship training at New York University and went on to pursue an advanced fellowship year for cardiac imaging at the Children’s… read more
Phone: 936-267-6000
Dr. Wolfe is interested in congenital heart disease from infancy to young adulthood. He has a particular interest in patients with complex congenital heart defects that may (or may not) have been prenatally identified and need immediate postnatal Cardiology care. He also enjoys developing long-term… read more
Phone: 936-267-6000
Dr. Zachariah is a clinician and scientist currently supported by a National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Career Development Award in Clinical Research (K23). His clinical domains are the "lifecourse" prevention of heart attack and stroke in adulthood by focusing on children as well as the… read more
Phone: 832-824-3278 (Main) | 936-267-6000 (The Woodlands)
Dermatology
Kemmerley Kuoni is a nurse practitioner in the division of Pediatric Surgery at Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands. She combines evidence-based practice with the unique needs of the family to create an individualized care plan for each patient. She enjoys educating families to equip them with… read more
Phone: 936-267-7733
Developmental Pediatrics
I am currently an Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine and a full time Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician at Texas Children’s Hospital in the Woodlands, TX. I believe that every child should be provided with the care and support they need to achieve their highest potential. Every… read more
Phone: 936-321-0808
Diabetes and Endocrinology
My aim is to work closely with patients and family to provide compassionate and comprehensive care. I understand that each patient has individualized needs and I work to understand those needs.
Clinical Interests:
I enjoy caring for children and adolescents with diabetes as well as general… read more
Phone: 936-267-7500
My aim is to provide high quality, evidence-based, and compassionate care for children with diabetes and endocrine conditions. I love working with families to create a patient-centered plan of care.
Clinical Interests:
Type 1 diabetes, thyroid disorders, growth and puberty disorders, nonclassical… read more
Phone: 936-267-7500
My clinical interests focus on providing quality education and compassionate patient centered care to improve health outcomes for children and adolescents with diabetes and endocrine conditions. As co-lead of the Education Diabetes Care Process Team, a multidisciplinary quality improvement team, we… read more
Phone: 936-267-7500
I believe in family centered care where patient and families actively participate and make decisions in the child’s care.
Clinical Interests:
Education for Type 1 Diabetes
Research Interests:
Aspects of diabetes management
Improvement in complication rates
Phone: 936-267-7500 (The Woodlands) | 281-469-4688 (CyFair)
My philosophy is to work closely with my patients, their families as well as other specialists and team members to provide comprehensive and coordinated care for my patients through adulthood. I strive to achieve best care possible using the most evidenced based knowledge and experience to treat… read more
Phone: 936-267-7500
Emergency Center
Dr. Day is currently the Medical Director of The Woodlands Emergency Center. Her focus is improving access and quality of pediatric emergency care in the community setting. Her current project is centered around development of a simulation curriculum to be used in the community setting with the… read more
Phone: 832-824-5497
Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
Dr. Barton’s patient care philosophy is centered on education. She believes that a patient and their family’s understanding of a diagnosis is an important step in the treatment process. She enjoys teaching medical concepts to families in ways that are clearly and easily understandable. She delights… read more
Phone: 936-267-7555
Dr. Britto’s patient care philosophy is focused on a family-centered approach. She believes that caring for an ill child requires collaboration between patients, their families and the provider. She strives to educate families so that they will have the tools needed to actively participate in the… read more
Phone: 936-267-7555
Dr. Chu is an Attending Physician in Pediatric Gastroenterology at Texas Children’s Hospital and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine. His clinical focus is the evaluation and treatment of children with chronic functional deficits of the digestive system, specifically… read more
Phone: 936-267-7555
Dr. Bryan Vartabedian is the Chief Pediatrics Officer of Texas Children’s Hospital Austin. As a pediatric gastroenterologist and seasoned healthcare leader, he brings expertise in strategic planning, inpatient/ambulatory operations, outpatient surgical management, process improvement, clinical… read more
Dr. Allyson Wyatt is a pediatric gastroenterologist that cares for children with general gastrointestinal disorders and specializes in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Dr. Wyatt practices at Texas Children’s Hospital in The Woodlands and leads a… read more
Phone: 936-267-7555
Genetics
Rachel Franciskovich is a board certified genetic counselor in the department of Molecular and Human Genetics at Baylor College of Medicine. She is involved in the care of individuals and families in the general genetics outpatient clinic at Texas Children’s Hospital, primarily in The Woodlands.… read more
Phone: 832-822-2100
Hand & Upper Extremity Program
Dr. Nguyen received her undergraduate degree at Baylor University before attaining her medical degree at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She then completed a 6-year integrated plastic surgery residency through Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan. After residency, she completed a… read more
Phone: 832-822-3180 (Main Clinic) | 832-227-4263 (West) | 936-267-7100 (Woodlands) | 832-822-2778 (Scheduling)
Infectious Disease
My goal is to provide holistic and quality care to children, and be an ardent advocate for their physical and mental well-being as it relates to infectious diseases. I understand how stressful a child’s illness can be, hence listening to the family and the patient is key followed by a scientific… read more
Phone: 967-267-7123
Kidney (Renal)
I treat children with various forms of kidney diseases and have a special interest in pediatric hypertension.
My goal is to help my patients improve their health by collaborating with them and educating them on their medical conditions. I am a strong communicator and good listener, and I cherish… read more
Phone: 832-824-3800 (Main) | 936-267-7819 (Woodlands) | 936-267-7552 (Renal Office)
I strive to give our patients the best care by coordinating services among specialties and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Our families should rest assured that they are cared for by some of the best nurses, nephrologists, advanced practice providers and ancillary staff in the country… read more
Phone: 936-267-7599
Neonatology
My number one goal is the safe care of all babies. I work to make our hospital system and individual patient encounter safe.
Clinical Interests:
My interest revolves around improving our hospital system from a standpoint of physician, nursing and staff interaction to make our practice safer. I… read more
Phone: 936-267-5000
My philosophy is to provide safe, effective care to all infants. Support of the family and encouragement of their participation in their infant’s care is highly emphasized in the Texas Children’s Hospital, The Woodlands.
Clinical Interests:
Safe sleep, breastfeeding
Research Interests:
Quality… read more
Phone: 936-267-5000
Clinical Interests:
Neonatal Resuscitation, Education, Patient Advocacy
Research Interests:
Education tools, Neonatal Resuscitation, Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice
Phone: 936-267-5000
Neurology
Ekta Bery, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Pediatric Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine. She practices general pediatric neurology at Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands. She completed her Child Neurology residency at Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
Dr. Bery has a… read more
Phone: 936-267-7711
Dr. Espineli is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology and Developmental Neuroscience at Baylor College of Medicine. As a board certified Child Neurologist, Dr. Espineli practices General Child Neurology, which covers a broad range of neurological conditions including headache,… read more
Phone: 936-267-7711
I will give my best effort to provide comprehensive, individualized and evidence-based care, keeping the child’s and family’s goals a priority.
Clinical Interests:
Spasticity, cerebral palsy and related movement disorders, post neonatal follow up, neurodevelopmental disabilities, general child… read more
Phone: 936-267-7711 (Neurology) | 936-321-0808 (SOAR Program)
Clinical Interests:
General pediatric neurology – headache, migraines, seizures, epilepsy, tics disorder. Evaluation for involuntary movement disorders, cerebral palsy, and neuromuscular concerns.
Currently not involved in research projects.
Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child… read more
Phone: 936-267-7711
Many children and adolescents suffer from frequent headaches that can often become debilitating. Chronic headaches often affect the entire family. I offer an individualized approach to children by guiding the family in the selection of treatment options that may help.
Phone: 936-267-7711
Ophthalmology
Dr. Bhatt's research interests are in the area of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). He is especially interested in the role of VEGF-inhibitors in the treatment of severe ROP. He serves as head of the Texas Children's Hospital and Ben Taub General Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit ROP screening… read more
Phone: 832-822-3230
Dr. Coats is Professor of Ophthalmology and Pediatrics at the Cullen Eye Institute and Baylor College of Medicine and Chief of Ophthalmology at Texas Children’s Hospital. His medical degree was received from Texas Tech University School of Medicine in 1987, followed by internship in South Carolina… read more
Phone: 832-822-3230 (Main) | 936-321-0808 (The Woodlands) | 281-469-4688 (CyFair)
Dr. Herce completed her undergraduate degree with High Honors at the University of Texas at Austin. She earned her medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas and was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the medical honors society. She went on to complete an internship in… read more
Phone: 832-822-3230 (Main) | 936-321-0808 (The Woodlands) | 281-469-4688 (CyFair) | 281-494-7010 (Sugar Land)
Mary K. Kelinske, OD, is an Optometrist in the department of Ophthalmology at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Kelinske earned her Doctor of Optometry from University of Houston College of Optometry. Her extensive training includes a residency in neuro optometric Rehabilitation at University of… read more
Phone: 832-822-3230
Dr. Paysse's research interests are in the areas of refractive surgery for certain forms of amblyopia and retinopathy of prematurity. She is Principal Investigator and/or contributing investigator on numerous NIH-funded projects, including the Amblyopia Treatment Studies, Early Treatment for… read more
Phone: 832-822-3230 (Main) | 936-321-0808 (The Woodlands) | 281-469-4688 (CyFair)
Irene Tung, MD, is a native Houstonian and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Rice University as a Rice Baylor Scholar. She received her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. She completed an internship in pediatrics at Texas Children’s Hospital and an ophthalmology residency at The Ohio… read more
Phone: 832-822-3230 (Main) | 936-267-7400 (The Woodlands)
Dr. Kimberly Yen is board certified and a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She is an examiner for the American Board of Ophthalmology and has received the Heed Ophthalmic Fellow Award, the Fulbright and Jaworski Faculty Excellence Award in Teaching and Evaluation, a Knight Templar… read more
Phone: 832-822-3230 (Main) | 936-321-0808 (The Woodlands)
Orthopedics
Dr. Kushare is a dual fellowship-trained pediatric orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating sports injuries in young patients. He was promoted to Associate Professor in Orthopedic Surgery in 2021 after receiving Texas Children’s ‘In-Chief’ Award (2021), Texas Children’s Excellence in Surgery… read more
Phone: 936-267-7200 (Woodlands) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
My mission is to ensure I provide competent, empathetic, and compassionate care to the best of my ability to all my patients. As a physician assistant I feel my profession was developed to improve the ever expanding health care system and throughout my years of practicing I have done just that. My… read more
Phone: 936-267-7200 (The Woodlands) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
Dr. Davino’s philosophy of care is to provide the highest quality and best possible care for a broad spectrum of Pediatric Orthopedic problems. To achieve this, family needs are always considered. The goal is to always make the patient and family feel that they are totally involved in management… read more
Phone: 832-227-1620 (West) | 281-494-7010 (Sugar Land) | 936-267-7200 (Woodlands)
It is my goal to compassionately, respectively, and collaboratively facilitate the care for each patient by providing the highest levels of treatment and education.
Clinical Interests:
Historically, the majority of my clinical interests and experiences have revolved around high quality care for a… read more
Phone: 936-827-2972
Shannen Longridge, MPAS, PA-C, a pediatric orthopedic physician assistant at Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, believes in serving others by demonstrating compassion, empathy, expertise and servant-leadership. She loves helping people and strives to promote the overall well-being of her… read more
Phone: 936-267-5000
Megan M. May, MD, is an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine and specializes in sports medicine and pediatric orthopedic surgery.
Dr. May earned her medical degree from the University of Kentucky. She completed her orthopedic surgery residency… read more
Phone: 832-227-7678 (West) | 713-839-0171 (Bellaire) | 281-477-9898 (CyFair) | 936-267-7200 (Woodlands)
Dr. Megan Severson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who discovered her passion for pediatric orthopedics during medical school at Baylor College of Medicine. After receiving her MD, she completed an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where she worked… read more
Phone: 936-267-7200 (Woodlands) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
Dr. Shih is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care for neuromuscular patients and the community.
Clinical Interests:
Neuromuscular Diseases, Lower Extremity Deformity, Gait Analysis, Orthopaedic Pediatric Trauma
Research Interests:
Neuromuscular Diseases, Lower Extremity… read more
Phone: 936-267-7200 (Main) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
Dr. Jeffrey Shilt is the Community-in-Chief at Texas Children’s Hospital and a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics. He is currently the Medical Director of the Motion Analysis & Human Performance Lab and serves as the Pediatric Sports… read more
Phone: 936-267-7200
Nicole Wunderlich, MS, PA-C is a Physician Assistant in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Texas Children’s Hospital at the Woodlands Campus. She primarily focuses on pediatric fracture management and sports medicine injuries. She has a strong background and passion for orthopedics, having… read more
Phone: 936-267-7200 (The Woodlands) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
Otolaryngology
I believe in treating children as I would my own, with compassion, respecting their space and making the experience the least intimidating. When the parents trust me with the care of their child, the onus to deliver the highest quality of care in a timely manner lies with me. I believe in… read more
Phone: 936-267-7400 (Woodlands) | 281-666-5006 (Eagle Springs)
After completing his residency, Dr. Traboulsi trained in both Pediatric Otolaryngology and Otology. His main interests include pediatric airway disease, pediatric otology (chronic ear disease, cholesteatoma), and cochlear implantation. Dr. Traboulsi also specializes in pediatric imbalance and… read more
Phone: 936-267-7400 (Woodlands) | 281-666-5006 (Eagle Springs)
I believe in achieving the best possible care for my patients and their families by treating the whole patient. I consistently and compassionately approach their ear, nose, and throat disorders while considering the global goals and needs of the patient and their families.
Clinical Interests:… read more
Phone: 936-267-7400 (Woodlands) | 281-666-5006 (Eagle Springs)
I am interested in general pediatric otolaryngology with a subspecialty focus on airway and aerodigestive issues as well as acquired and congenital head and neck masses. My goal is to deliver high quality care to each patient in a collaborative fashion with their families and other members of their… read more
Phone: 832-822-3250 (Main) | 936-267-7400 (The Woodlands)
Children and their families have been my focus my entire nursing career. I love to help and educate the families in our practice. It is a joy to watch children go through the many changes in life from infancy through young adulthood. It is a miraculous process one that I'm honored to be involved… read more
Phone: 936-267-7400
I love working with kids of all ages and their parents. Education is an integral part of every visit. I spend a lot of time explaining diagnoses and treatment plans and believe that no family should leave with unanswered questions. I enjoy all aspects of ENT but I particularly enjoy removing… read more
Phone: 936-267-7400 (Woodlands) | 281-666-5006 (Eagle Springs)
I am dedicated to providing a comprehensive specialized care to pediatric patients. I graduated in 1994 and then earned my Masters in 2012. I have spent 22 years with pediatric cardiac patients with recent transition to ENT in the Woodlands.
Phone: 936-267-7400
Palliative Care
I am passionate about providing comfort and enhancing quality of life for children with chronic and life limiting conditions. I enjoy working in two sections that allow me to focus on helping children live better for longer.
Clinical Interests:
I like teaching effective communication skills for… read more
Phone: 346-257-9942 (Direct Line) | 832-822-7228 (Clinic)
Pathology
I am committed to providing excellent clinical care for children in the Greater Houston area and to furthering the academic mission of Baylor College of Medicine through teaching and original scholarship.
Clinical Interests:
I am a pediatric community pathologist. My clinical interests encompass… read more
Phone: 936-267-5200
Research Interests:
Dr. McKay’s prior experience includes a broad practice of anatomic pathology including pediatric surgical pathology, perinatal autopsy and placental pathology. Her ongoing research focuses on placental characteristics in cases of Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome and the diagnosis/… read more
Phone: 936-267-5200
Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
I provide comprehensive, gynecologic care for newborns through adulthood with a focus on shared decision making in a compassionate and empathetic environment that is respectful of patient autonomy and cultural differences. My care includes surgical procedures as well as outpatient clinic… read more
Phone: 936-267-7399
Pediatric Hospital Medicine
I am a board certified pediatrician with a special interest in hospital medicine. I believe that the highest quality medical care for patients is evidence-based as well as family-centered. Families are a valuable resource and an integral part of medical care. I enjoy working with a… read more
Phone: 936-267-5589
Partnering with families and the care team to restore health.
Clinical Interests:
Antibiotic stewardship
Readmissions
Health Information Technology/EMR
Research Interests:
Quality Improvement
Phone: 936-267-5589
I am a board certified general pediatrician with an interest in hospital medicine. I provide care to a diverse population of children who are hospitalized. I truly enjoy working with the patients and their families as well as the hospital teams to provide the best care possible. I believe that… read more
Phone: 936-267-5589
I am a board certified general pediatrician, dedicated to caring for hospitalized patients and their families.
Phone: 832-824-5447
I am a general pediatrician with a special interest in the care of hospitalized children. In addition, I have a passion for medical education. I am currently completing a two-year Master Teacher's Fellowship Program at Baylor College of Medicine. I am also very interested in quality improvement,… read more
Phone: 832-824-5447
I am a board certified general pediatrician who provides care to a diverse population of children. I truly enjoy working with the patients and their families as well as the hospital teams to provide the best care possible. I believe that patients and their family members are an integral part of… read more
Phone: 832-824-5447
Dr. Rachel Marek received her medical degree from the University of Michigan. She completed her residency at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles where she worked as a community pediatric hospitalist at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital for ten years, acting as medical director for eight years as well as… read more
Phone: 936-267-5476
Pediatric Surgery
Dr. Le is a board certified surgeon experienced in caring for pediatric patients of all ages (neonates through adolescents), with interest in advanced minimally invasive techniques. He has specialized expertise in the treatment of pediatric trauma patients, as well as the management of complex… read more
Phone: 936-267-7333 (Woodlands) | 832-822-2778 (Main)
Dr. Ruben Rodriguez is a general and thoracic pediatric surgeon whose primary practice is at Texas Children’s Hospital – The Woodlands. His focus is on complex gastrointestinal surgery with a specific interest in minimally invasive approaches. He specializes in surgeries for Inflammatory Bowel… read more
Phone: 936-267-7333 (The Woodlands)
Dr. Shawn J. Stafford entered medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina after serving an eight-year enlistment in the United States Navy. He went on to complete a residency at Louisiana State University. During his time at LSU he was involved in research looking at angiogenesis and… read more
Phone: 936-267-7333 (The Woodlands) | 281-812-0280 (Kingwood)
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Regardless of disability, I always strive to see how we can maximize each child’s function. Every child should have the opportunity to participate in whatever sport or activity they wish to do or enjoy. As a pediatric rehabilitation provider, I believe in a multidisciplinary team approach that… read more
Phone: 832-826-6106 (Main) | 832-227-2222 (West) | 936-267-7777 (The Woodlands)
I believe that it is important first to listen and get to know my patients and their families in order to understand their concerns and goals. Then, working together as a team, we are able to develop informed, customized treatment plans to improve health and quality of life and to maximize the… read more
Phone: 832-826-6106 (Main) | 936-267-7777 (The Woodlands) | 281-494-7010 (Sugar Land)
Sharing in decision making about how to manage a child’s physical difficulties requires an understanding of a child’s condition, the existing treatment options, and the realistic goals of the child and family. The best healthcare decisions are made following collaboration with the family and other… read more
Phone: 936-267-7777 (The Woodlands) | 936-321-0808 (SOAR Program) | 281-469-4688 (CyFair)
Plastic Surgery
Dr. Nguyen received her undergraduate degree at Baylor University before attaining her medical degree at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She then completed a 6-year integrated plastic surgery residency through Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan. After residency, she completed a… read more
Phone: 832-822-3180 (Main Clinic) | 832-227-4263 (West) | 936-267-7100 (Woodlands) | 832-822-2778 (Scheduling)
Dr. Olorunnipa received his undergraduate degree at Harvard University before obtaining his medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine. He then entered the combined Plastic Surgery Residency at New York Presbyterian/Columbia and New York Presbyterian/ Weill Cornell Medical Centers in… read more
Phone: 936-267-7100 (Woodlands) | 832-822-2778 (Scheduling)
Jessica S. Tung, JD, MMS, PA-C is a physician assistant in Department of Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Texas Children’s Hospital. She is one of several Advanced Practice Providers helping to meet the demands of a high-volume service and her responsibilities include seeing… read more
Phone: 832-822-3180
Psychiatry
I am committed to those I serve and their individual needs are at the center of all decisions. I always dedicate my time to listen to my patients and families not to dictate. My main goal is to provide the patients with accurate information about their condition, diagnosis and treatment options.
I… read more
Phone: 936-321-0808
Psychology
Dr. Kazmerski is a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst- Doctoral and Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine who specializes in pediatric behavioral sleep medicine. She provides evidence-based therapy services to children and their families for a range of sleep concerns and sleep… read more
Phone: 832-822-3300 (Main) | 936-267-7744 (Woodlands) | 832-227-1111 (West Campus)
Dr. Landrum specializes in clinical child and adolescent psychology, providing integrated psychological treatments that are tailored to each patient’s needs. She provides evidence-based individual and family therapy to children and adolescents with various mental health issues, such as disruptive… read more
Phone: 936-321-0808
Pulmonology
Dr. Hiatt is the Chief of the Pulmonary section at Texas Children’s Hospital. His clinical areas of interest include Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and General Pediatric Pulmonology. He has devoted the last 25 years to CF focused on both clinical care and CF related research. He continues to be involved… read more
Phone: 832-822-3300 (Main) | 936-267-7744 (The Woodlands)
I care for a wide variety of Pulmonary and Sleep disorders. My focus is in the evaluation and treatment of children with neuromuscular disorders and pediatric insomnia. I collaborate with a broad group of subspecialist with the goal of providing a multi-tiered approach to addressing complex medical… read more
Phone: 936-267-7744
I am focused on providing empathetic, compassionate, high quality care to children with a wide variety of respiratory diseases/issues. I seek to provide a team approach when caring for my patients particularly with parents and caregivers
Clinical Interests:
-Asthma/Preschool Wheezing
-Chronic… read more
Phone: 936-267-7744 (Pulmonary) | 936-321-0808 (SOAR Program)
Dr. Typaldos is a board certified pediatrician who practices both pediatric pulmonary and sleep medicine. She has particular interests in general pulmonary diseases including asthma, exercise induced bronchospasm, chronic lung disease of infancy, respiratory care of children with neuromuscular… read more
Phone: 936-267-7744 (Woodlands Sleep Ctr.) | 832-822-3300 (Pulmonary)
Radiologist-In-Chief
Thierry A.G.M. Huisman is the Radiologist-in-Chief and Chairman, Department of Radiology at Texas Children’s Hospital. Prior to coming to Texas Children’s Hospital, Dr. Huisman served as Chairman of the Department of Imaging and Imaging Science at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. In… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Radiology - Body Clinical Staff
Dr. Crowe is a clinical pediatric radiologist at Texas Children's Hospital and Associate Professor of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine. Through the American Board of Radiology, he is a board-certified diplomate, with additional subspecialty certification (CAQ) in Pediatric Radiology. Dr.… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Gaffney is a pediatric radiologist at Texas Children’s Hospital and Assistant Professor of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine and is board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He performs all aspects of general pediatric radiology with a focus in solid… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Dorfman is a pediatric radiologist at Texas Children’s Hospital and Associate Professor of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine and is board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He has been on staff at Texas Children’s since 1994 and formerly served as… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Guillerman is board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Pediatric Radiology. His clinical and research interests include pediatric chest, musculoskeletal, and tumor imaging, radiation risk assessment and dose… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
I am board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology. My clinical and research interests include pediatric musculoskeletal, cardiac and cross-sectional body imaging. I perform all aspects of pediatric radiology including multimodality imaging and interventional… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Kan is the head of musculoskeletal imaging at Texas Children's Hospital and Professor of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine. His clinical experience is based in pediatric radiology and he is board certified in diagnostic radiology with an additional subspecialty certification (CAQ) in… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
It is a privilege to be part of a multi-disciplinary team caring for children and their families. In that capacity, I strive to have a positive impact and improve patient outcomes in both the pre-natal and post-natal settings. My clinical and research interests include fetal imaging, congenital… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Mahmood is a board certified radiologist by the American Board of Radiology. Her clinical and research interests include lymphoma, neuroblastoma and oncology-related imaging. She also serves as one of four radiologists in the division of nuclear imaging with a focus on Positron Emission… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Masand is the Division Chief of Body Radiology, Vice Chair, Body Radiology and Cardiac Imaging in the department of Radiology at Texas Children’s Hospital. Dr. Masand is board certified by the American Board of Radiology and has a certificate of added qualification in the field of Pediatric… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Roman-Colon is a board certified radiologist by the American Board of Radiology with subspecialty certificate in Pediatric Imaging at Texas Children's Hospital. Her clinical interests are focused in Body Imaging, including general pediatrics. She serves as a committee member at the Texas… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Sammer’s goal is to positively improve quality of care and outcomes for patients. As a pediatric imager, ensuring children have equal access to high quality medical imaging is paramount. To accomplish, Dr. Sammer emphasizes data driven processes to bring cutting edge technology into clinical… read more
Phone: 936-267-7400
Dr. Seghers is the Division Chief of Community Radiology at Texas Children's Hospital and Professor of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine. He serves as the Chief of Service for the Radiology Departments at Texas Children’s-West Campus and Texas Children’s-The Woodlands hospitals, two full… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Sher is a pediatric radiologist at Texas Children’s. He is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology with additional subspecialty certification (CAQ) in Nuclear Medicine. He performs all aspects of pediatric radiology with an emphasis both on nuclear medicine and body imaging. His primary… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Somcio is a pediatric radiologist at Texas Children’s Hospital and Assistant Professor of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine. He completed his subspecialty training in Pediatric Radiology at Texas Children’s Hospital. Dr. Somcio has a special interest in resident and fellow education. … read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Radiology - Interventional Radiology Clinical Staff
Dr. Chau is an Interventional Radiologist at Texas Children’s Hospital, West Campus and the Woodlands.
Dr. Chau's non-clinical interests include spending time with family, hiking and swimming.
Clinical Interests:
Dr. Chau’s clinical interests include caring for both pediatric and adult… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Gardner is an interventional radiologist and pediatric radiologist in the Department of Pediatric Radiology at Texas Children’s Hospital. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine. His clinical experience is based in pediatric radiology and interventional… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Hernandez has been a member of the Medical Staff of Texas Children's Hospital since 2006. His clinical interests include vascular and non-vascular procedures performed with imaging guidance. He has a special interest in GI, GU and vascular access procedures.
Academically, Dr. Hernandez has… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Dr. Kukreja is Clinical Associate Professor Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine. His clinical experience is based in pediatric radiology and interventional radiology. Dr. Kukreja is a board certified diplomate of the American Board of Radiology with Certificate of Additional Qualification (CAQ… read more
Phone: 832-824-7237
Rheumatology
Dr. Lai is a board certified pediatric rheumatologist who provides full time care at Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands. She is a Texas native who studied at Rice University and later obtained her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. Her clinical focuses include systemic lupus… read more
Phone: 936-267-7700
Sleep Center
I care for a wide variety of Pulmonary and Sleep disorders. My focus is in the evaluation and treatment of children with neuromuscular disorders and pediatric insomnia. I collaborate with a broad group of subspecialist with the goal of providing a multi-tiered approach to addressing complex medical… read more
Phone: 936-267-7744
Dr. Kazmerski is a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst- Doctoral and Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine who specializes in pediatric behavioral sleep medicine. She provides evidence-based therapy services to children and their families for a range of sleep concerns and sleep… read more
Phone: 832-822-3300 (Main) | 936-267-7744 (Woodlands) | 832-227-1111 (West Campus)
Dr. Typaldos is a board certified pediatrician who practices both pediatric pulmonary and sleep medicine. She has particular interests in general pulmonary diseases including asthma, exercise induced bronchospasm, chronic lung disease of infancy, respiratory care of children with neuromuscular… read more
Phone: 936-267-7744 (Woodlands Sleep Ctr.) | 832-822-3300 (Pulmonary)
Sports Medicine
Physical activity comes in all forms including organized sports, recreational activities, performing arts, and active play. These activities allow children and individuals to grow and develop lifelong skills.
As a sports medicine physician I feel it is important to ensure every member of the… read more
Phone: 936-267-7300
Trauma
Dr. Ruben Rodriguez is a general and thoracic pediatric surgeon whose primary practice is at Texas Children’s Hospital – The Woodlands. His focus is on complex gastrointestinal surgery with a specific interest in minimally invasive approaches. He specializes in surgeries for Inflammatory Bowel… read more
Phone: 936-267-7333 (The Woodlands)
As the trauma nurse coordinator for The Woodlands, I strive to have the best program in the state of Texas when it comes to trauma. Through timely and continuous process improvement, Texas Children's Hospital - The Woodlands is the standard to what other Level IV trauma centers in the state will… read more
Phone: 936-267-7789
Urology
My passion lies within pediatric healthcare. I believe in using evidence-based practice and research to improve the future health of children. My mission is to provide compassionate and comprehensive family-centered care to all of my patients. My clinical interests include dysfunctional voiding and… read more
Phone: 936-267-7177
I believe in providing state of the art Pediatric Urologic care to every patient and doing so in a patient-centered and compassionate environment.
Clinical Interests:
My interests range from general Pediatric Urologic care to complex genitourinary reconstruction as well as robotic and minimally… read more
Phone: 936-267-7177
Dr. Zuniga was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas. He graduated from Brown University with a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Biology and he earned his medical doctorate from The University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He then completed his urologic residency at The University of… read more
Phone: 936-267-7177
Wound Care Clinic
Ryan is the Chief of the Wound Care Center – the first program of its kind in the country. Ryan graduated from the University of South Alabama in 1999 with a B.S. in Biology and Chemistry, graduating cum laude. Subsequently, he received his Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the… read more
Phone: 832-822-3135
Jeromie Sequitin is a Physician Assistant in the Wound Care Center and the Craniofacial Clinic at Texas Children’s Hospital. He began his career in 2016 here at Texas Children’s Hospital after attending the University of St. Francis Physician Assistant Program in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is one… read more
Phone: 832-822-3180