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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Michael Ruggiero is a primary care provider, practicing in Neurologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Ruggiero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Costochondritis, and Tietz 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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Familial Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 5, and Apolipoprotein C2 Deficiency.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism.

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 Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), High Cholesterol, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

"Dr. Anthony Soriano is a board-certified family physician dedicated to helping patients become more proactive with their health and embracing prevention as a lifestyle. Understanding that ""an ounce of prevention really is greater than a pound of cure,"" he champions a patient-centered approach. Dr. Soriano prioritizes developing strong provider-patient relationships, seeing his role as an advocate and partner in optimizing health for the entire family.Caring for infants, children, and teens are major joys of Dr. Soriano's practice as a family physician, a role he has held since 2009, previously with CHI St. Joseph Medical Group in College Station, Texas. He finds immense fulfillment in caring for people across their lifespan, a commitment that reinforces his message to maintain patient health through every age and stage of their lives. From 2021 to 2022, he also served as Chairman of the Credentialing Committee for CHI St. Joseph - Alliance Health Providers of the Brazos Valley.Taking care of people runs in Dr. Soriano’s family. His grandfather, the first of several doctors in the family, left a lasting impression and instilled in him a yearning to assist people with their ailments. As a board-certified family physician, Dr. Soriano enjoys meeting and treating the entire family, from newborn babies to grandparents. He completed his medical residency in Family Medicine at Texas A&M Family Medicine in Bryan, Texas, from 2006 to 2009, following earlier medical training in the Philippines, including an internship and residency in Anesthesiology at Cardinal Santos Medical Center.Dr. Soriano was born in California and moved to the Philippines as a child. He completed his undergraduate studies, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of the Philippines, and his medical degree at De La Salle University - College of Medicine, Philippines, in 1996. Before pursuing medicine, he also briefly served as a High School Science Teacher at Miriam High School in Quezon City, Philippines. He is fluent in English and Filipino (Tagalog). In his free time, Dr. Soriano enjoys following college sports.". Dr. Soriano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sitosterolemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Jennifer Culver, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Bryan and nearby communities. Jennifer Culver specializes in Primary Care and works at St. Joseph Health Primary Care Bryan. To make an appointment, please call (979) 821-6300. Dr. Culver 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. Culver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome, Huntington Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Sinusitis.

Julie Lim, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Bryan and nearby communities. Julie Lim specializes in Internal Medicine and works at Julie Lim, MD. To make an appointment, please call (979) 774-3960. Dr. Lim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

David Vaughan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Vaughan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Vaughan is currently accepting new patients.

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 Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Punctate Palmoplantar Keratoderma Type 1, Hypothyroidism, and Familial Hypertension.

Mark English is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in College Station, Texas. Dr. English is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.

Dr. Karpac is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. She received an undergraduate degree from Grove City College in Pennsylvania; earned a medical degree from the University of Oklahoma; and completed her residency at University of Rochester in New York. With a passion for the preventative aspect of primary care, she helps her patients to prevent illness and create a better health and wellness lifestyle. From working with her patients to the clinical team and fellow physicians, Dr. Karpac takes on a teamwork approach to medicine, giving 100 percent each day. Dr. Karpac is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Rotor Syndrome.

A family practitioner with a heart for helping patients and families, Dr. Sybil Taquet focuses her practice on caring for the whole patient by supporting a healthy mind, body and spirit. While medicine is important, Dr. Taquet says she is interested in guiding her patients through positive lifestyle changes that can support lifelong health and wellness. Dr. Taquet was attracted to CHI St. Joseph Health for its patient-oriented culture and commitment to compassionate care. These are values that first sparked her interest in the medical field at the age of 15. Initially interested in surgery, Dr. Taquet shifted to family medicine out of a desire to help entire families across the lifespan. Dr. Taquet earned her medical degree from Xavier Bichat Medical School at the University of Paris in Diderot, France and her bachelor's degree from Fennelon College in Paris. She completed her family practice residency at UT Southwestern in Dallas. In her spare time, Dr. Taquet enjoys cycling and yoga and spending time with her husband and four children at their home in College Station. Dr. Taquet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

"Puifun ""Lila"" Pappas, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician. She received her undergraduate degree in mathematics from the Texas A&M University Texarkana and graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Dr. Pappas is devoted to the entire family's medical care and developing lasting relationships with her patients. She is passionate about empowering her patients with knowledge and education. When Dr. Pappas is not seeing patients, she enjoys spending time with her family.". Dr. Pappas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Cirrhosis.

Paul Bilhartz is a Cardiologist in College Station,, Texas. Dr. Bilhartz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Anna Damian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Damian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3. Dr. Damian is currently accepting new patients.

Stephen Braden is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Braden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

Michael Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Eosinophilic Cystitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

Adeel Afzal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Afzal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Muscle Atrophy, Myringotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Afzal is currently accepting new patients.

Mia Guzman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Guzman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Guzman is currently accepting new patients.