"Dr. Duharte is a dedicated and board-certified Infectious Diseases Physician. He is fellowship-trained in Infectious Diseases, having completed his fellowship (and served as Chief Fellow) at VA Caribbean Health Care in San Juan, Puerto Rico. His clinical interests and focus areas include antimicrobial stewardship, infection control, epidemiology, HIV/AIDS treatment and management, and emerging infectious diseases. He is currently an Infectious Disease Attending Physician at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, FL. Dr. Duharte is fluent in both English and Spanish.Dr. Duharte began practicing medicine after earning his Physician in Medicine from the University of Buenos Aires, School of Medicine. He subsequently completed his Internal Medicine residency at VA Caribbean Health Care. Currently, Dr. Duharte serves as an academic mentor guiding medical students and residents through evidence-based practices at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. His areas of focus emphasize patient-centered care models, individualized treatment approaches, and the development of strategies for antimicrobial stewardship and resistance management.Beyond his direct clinical care at Lake Erie College, Dr. Duharte's leadership roles include serving as Chief of Infection Control, Chief of Antibiotic Stewardship, and Chief of Medicine at past institutions. He also acted as Medical Director for Advent Health Sebring Wound Care Center & Hyperbaric Medicine from 2006-2013, where he pioneered advancements in infectious disease treatment within wound care. Dr. Duharte has successfully operated his own solo practice, Luis Duharte & Associates, MD, LLC, since 2013, distinguishing himself as the sole Infectious Disease specialist with hospital privileges in his area and establishing a trusted reputation in the medical community. He continues to serve as Chief of Infection Control and a Health & Infectious Disease Consultant at Advent Health in Sebring, FL. Dr. Duharte was honored with the ""Attending Physician & Doctor of the Year"" award.Dr. Duharte's philosophy regarding patient care is to treat every individual with the same time, dedication, and commitment he would invest in those closest to him. He believes the most rewarding part of being a physician is to assist others, provide purpose in his work, intellectually stimulate himself through challenges, and offer quality education and mentorship to medical students, residents, peers, patients, and family members, while delivering quality care and compassion. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Duharte enjoys spending quality time with his family, traveling internationally to experience new cultures and cuisines, admiring God's creation through nature and hiking, and trying new recipes in the kitchen. He views himself not only as a doctor, but also as a father, husband, educator, learner, and leader, integrating these values into everything he does.". Dr. Duharte is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Lymphangitis.

"Dr. Kussman is a board-certified infectious diseases physician with over 30 years ofexperience, providing compassionate care to all patient populations, including those whoare immunocompromised. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of infectiousillnesses with a strong emphasis on prevention, ensuring his patients receivecomprehensive and quality care.Dr. Kussman embarked on his medical journey in South Africa, earning his Bachelor ofMedicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of the Witwatersrand Medical School.He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut andfurther specialized with a Fellowship in Infectious Diseases at the University of TexasSouthwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Dr. Kussman is board-certified in both InfectiousDiseases and Internal Medicine. His patient care philosophy centers on a deepunderstanding of each patient's symptoms to accurately diagnose and guide them throughtheir recovery. He believes that making the correct diagnosis is crucial to helping patientsunderstand and ultimately overcome their illnesses.Beyond his clinical expertise, Dr. Kussman maintains active professional membershipswith the American Medical Association, Infectious Diseases Society of America, TexasMedical Association, and Dallas County Medical Society. These affiliations reflect hiscontinuous engagement with the broader medical community and dedication to advancingthe field of infectious diseases. He also has a publication, ""Disseminated sporotrichosis withextensive cutaneous involvement in a patient with AIDS,"" in the Journal of the AmericanAcademy of Dermatology, showcasing his commitment to medical knowledge andcollaborative care.On a personal note, Dr. Kussman finds joy outside of his demanding medical practice inreading good literature and exercising. His extensive experience living on differentcontinents has exposed him to many diverse cultures, fostering a worldly perspective thathe brings to his interactions, respecting the dignity of each and every person he encounters.". Dr. Kussman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Lymphangitis, and Pneumonia.

Michael Ruggiero is a primary care provider, practicing in Neurologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Ruggiero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Tietz Syndrome, and Costochondritis.

Dr. David Damian was born in Augsburg, Germany, although his parents are originally from the island of Guam. Growing up in a military family, Dr. Damian lived in numerous countries. He relocated to Texas for college and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Dallas. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, where he met a fellow student, Dr. Anna Damian. They were married three years later. After residency training in Family Medicine, the Damian's lived and worked on Guam. They relocated to Bryan/College Station in 1996. Together, they have three beautiful children. In his free time, Dr. Damian enjoys golf, basketball and spending time with his family. He is on numerous boards at CHI St Joseph Health and also volunteers at St Joseph Catholic School. Dr. Damian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), High Cholesterol, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

I did my undergraduate studies at University of Denver with a double major in Religious Studies and Integrated Science. I graduated from medical school at American University of Antigua. I followed with my residency training in Family Medicine at Scott and White in Temple, Texas. I have been practicing medicine in College Station since 2018. I have been married for almost 17 years. We have two kids, ages 8 and 3 years, and two dogs. Dr. Dewsnap is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. Her top areas of expertise are Streptococcal Group A Infection, Chronic Cough, Fainting, and Cellulitis.

Dr. Ken Hillner and his family chose to make Aggieland their home after eight years as an Air Force physician and a brief stint along the Texas gulf coast. He is a San Antonio native who graduated from Trinity University and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He completed his family medicine residency training at Carswell Air Force Base in Ft. Worth before serving in the United Kingdom. During college he found the girl of his dreams and they have journeyed together in raising their three children. When not in the clinic or hospital; he runs, plays tennis, coaches his kids, and meets with other men who want to be like Jesus. He is proud to be associated with the ministry of Hope Pregnancy Centers and sees it as a vital work in the Brazos Valley. Practicing the full spectrum of family medicine, he sees patients of all ages and their families. While the treatment of chronic medical problems and disease is a mainstay of his work, he has enjoyed practicing obstetrics, performing minor surgery/procedures, doing well visits for children, and treating more acutely ill patients in the hospital. He sees the practice of medicine as challenging and incredibly enjoyable and is grateful for the privilege to treat medical problems and care for people with illness or injury. Adding to this pleasure has been the adventure of working alongside other superlative physicians, as well as support staff and leaders at St. Joseph Regional Health System, who aim to honor God and serve others with high quality and compassionate healthcare. Dr. Hillner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

Latha Ravichandran, MD grew up in southern India and graduated from Thanjavur Medical College. She completed her residency at Texas A&M and liked the area so much she decided to make it her home. Dr. Ravichandran knew she wanted to be a physician since she was twelve and feels she has been blessed to pursue her dream. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and reading and being involved in her Indian community. Dr. Ravichandran is pleased to serve Aggieland via the CHI St. Joseph Health Partnership. She is married and has two daughters. Dr. Ravichandran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.

Coming from a family of physicians, Dr. Ume Kakwan knew from a young age that she would pursue medicine. She chose her specialty in geriatric medicine to address a great need in the United States to care for an aging population. 'As people age, their needs change,' she said. 'At MatureWell we're given the opportunity to spend more time with our elderly patients and move beyond traditional medicine to attend to the whole family.' Dr. Kakwan describes her most professionally rewarding experience as each day that she has an opportunity to help transition patients who have been in the hospital back to the comfort of their home. She has served patients in our community as a physician for 17 years. In 2011, she completed additional education in Geriatric Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine. She holds her Bachelor of Medicine degree from Fatima Jinnah Medical College and her post-graduate degree from the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Pakistan. She completed clinical residencies in several specialty areas, including a residency in Family Practice at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and a post-doctoral fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. In her spare time, Dr. Kakwan enjoys spending time with her two school-aged children, gardening and cooking and volunteering in local nursing homes. Dr. Kakwan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Familial Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency, Apolipoprotein C2 Deficiency, and Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 5.

Dr. Nanette Dacumos was born and raised in Manila, Philippines and attended the De La Salle University and then Manila Central University, where she earned her medical degree. She is a member of Texas Academy of Family Physicians, Board Certified in Family Medicine, and Board Certified in Anesthesiology from the Philippines. Nanette was inspired to pursue a career in the medical field as a child, having once been a Polio victim. Growing up in an underprivileged community in Manila, she was exposed to many inequities, including, health disparities. Nanette is fluent English and Tagalog. She enjoys Primary Care because it is the front line for prevention and detection of diseases. Nanette considers herself an advocator, coordinator, and counselor for her patients. While Nanette is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters. Dr. Dacumos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Punctate Palmoplantar Keratoderma Type 1, Hypothyroidism, and Familial Hypertension.

Bryan Parrent, MD, is a board-certified surgeon by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Parrent is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. He completed his Bachelor's in Biology with a minor in Chemistry at Texas A&M University in 1996, graduating Magna Cum Laude. In 2000, Dr. Parrent completed medical school at the Texas A&M Health Science Center in College Station, Texas, followed by his general surgery residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. As a general surgeon, Dr. Parent specializes in treatment using the Davinci Robot for minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Parrent was named one of Texas Monthly's Rising Stars from 2012 to 2014 and Super Doctors from 2015 to the present. Dr. Parrent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Ileostomy, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. John Mason, Jr. is a board certified surgeon through the American Board of Surgery. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. Dr. Mason, Jr. completed his B.S. in Biology with a strong minor in Engineering Studies from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado in 1981. He then completed medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas in 1986. Dr. Mason, Jr. completed an internship and residency in general surgery at the USAF Medical Center Keesler in Biloxi, Mississippi. He was named one of Texas Monthly's Super Doctors for 2004, 2005, and 2014. Dr. Mason is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Michael W. Steines earned his medical degree from the Baylor College of Medicine in 1991. He then moved on to his residency and internship through the University of Kansas Medical Center, completing his training in 1996. Upon graduation, Dr. Steines relocated to the Bryan/College Station area to start his practice with Dr. Alford. Dr. Steines obtained his board certification from the American Board of Surgery in 1997 and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgery in 1999. His surgical interests include: bariatric, breast, colorectal, surgical oncology, trauma and vascular surgery. In 2005, Dr. Steines became a member of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Currently, Dr. Steines is the on the Board of Directors for St. Joseph Regional Health Center. Most recently Dr. Steines has become a Certified Specialist for Ultrasound of the breast, making it easy for patients to come into the office and get an ultrasound guided biopsy, without the hassle of scheduling appointments in several different locations. Dr. Steines has also added becoming an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University Health Science Center, sharing his love of medicine with the medical students. Dr. Steines has been married to his lovely wife Janet since 1992 and together they have 3 wonderful children. In his spare time Dr. Steines enjoys recreational sports, swimming, theater, music and spending time with his family. Dr. Steines is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hip Replacement, and Hernia Surgery.

Russell Bacak, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to College Station and nearby communities. Russell Bacak specializes in Primary Care and works at BCS Abundant Life Family Practice. To make an appointment, please call (979) 695-3570. Dr. Bacak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hypothyroidism.

Jason Weaver is a Dermatologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Weaver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Seborrheic Keratosis, Warts, Actinic Keratosis, and Epidermoid Cyst.

Jason McKnight, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Bryan and nearby communities. Jason McKnight specializes in Primary Care and works at Texas A&M Health Family Care. To make an appointment, please call (979) 776-8440. Dr. Mcknight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Robert Pope, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Bryan and nearby communities. Robert Pope specializes in Primary Care and works at Texas A&M Health Family Care. To make an appointment, please call (979) 776-8440. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://stjoseph.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/insurance-information. Dr. Pope is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Ureteral Reconstruction, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Gabriel Neal, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Bryan and nearby communities. Gabriel Neal specializes in Primary Care and works at Texas A&M Health Family Care. To make an appointment, please call (979) 776-8440. Dr. Neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Anna Lichorad, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Bryan and nearby communities. Anna Lichorad specializes in Primary Care and works at Texas A&M Health Family Care. To make an appointment, please call (979) 776-8440. Dr. Lichorad is part of the St. Joseph Medical Group, a network of multidisciplinary healthcare providers conveniently located throughout the Greater Bryan and College Station areas. St. Joseph's Medical Group accepts all major insurance plans, making it easier for you to access the best care at the best value. Dr. Lichorad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. Her top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Gestational Diabetes, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Endoscopy.

Ricardo Lemos is an Infectious Disease provider in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Lemos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Infectious Arthritis.

Katherine Blalock, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Navasota and nearby communities. Katherine Blalock specializes in Primary Care and works at Primary Care - Texas A&M Health Family Care. To make an appointment, please call (936) 825-0755. Dr. Blalock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cellulitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.