Margit Nemeth, M.D., F.A.C.C., was born in Mendoza, Argentina, but grew up in Houston, Texas. Her undergraduate training at the University of Texas at Austin was in Mechanical Engineering, and she has a Master's degree in Cancer Biology from the UT Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in Houston. She then attained her medical school degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, followed by an internal medicine residency training at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. She returned to Houston to obtain cardiology fellowship training at the Texas Heart Institute ' St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, where she was honored as 'CCU Fellow of the Year' in 2003. Dr. Nemeth has additional training in all aspects of cardiac imaging, including echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac MRI, and cardiac CT. She has done extensive research in medicine with many peer-reviewed publications on topics as varied as cancer biology, cytogenetics, cardiac MRI, and general disease states as they apply to the heart, as well as optimization of function of biventricular pacemakers. She currently serves as the Medical Director of Noninvasive Cardiology at the St. Luke's Community Medical Center-The Woodlands. Dr. Nemeth's clinical interests focus on all noninvasive aspects of cardiology with particular emphasis on disease prevention, valvular heart disease, and congestive heart failure. She strives to provide her patients with understanding and education regarding their particular disease states. Dr. Nemeth is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the subspecialty of Cardiovascular Disease, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, and is certified by the Board of Nuclear Cardiology (American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC)), as well as the National Board of Echocardiography (The American Society of Echocardiography). Dr. Nemeth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Angina.

Dr. George Kantis is a cardiologist in The Woodlands, Texas. He received his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine. Dr. Kantis is passionate about providing compassionate cardiovascular care. He focuses on patient education, so people can make informed decisions about their health. Dr. Kantis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema.

Christopher H. LaVergne, M.D., F.A.C.C. was born in Houston, Texas. He attended the University of Texas Medical School at Houston following his graduation from Baylor University. He continued with his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas-Houston Health Science Center. Dr. LaVergne was honored as Chief Cardiology Fellow during his final academic year, where he finished his clinical fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the University of Texas-Houston Health Science Center. Dr. LaVergne was voted 'Physician of the Year' of the Memorial-Herman Hospital-The Woodlands in 2003. He has been working in The Woodlands area since 1998. Dr. LaVergne has participated in several clinical investigations and has authored research with publication in the New England Journal of Medicine. He has particular interest in the area of cardiac prevention. He believes strongly in educating his patients about their condition and having the patient play a role in determining the best treatment option. Dr. LaVergne also feels that it is extremely important to individualize each patient's care. Dr. LaVergne is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the Subspecialty of Cardiovascular Disease, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, and is certified by the Board of Nuclear Cardiology American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC). Dr. LaVergne's primary focus is on non-interventional cardiology with special interests in the use of non-invasive techniques, such as nuclear cardiology and echocardiography in the early diagnosis and management of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Lavergne is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Varicose Veins, Angina, and Atherosclerosis.

Bernardo de la Guardia, MD, F.A.C.C. was born in Queretaro, Mexico. He obtained his Medical Degree from the Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM), ranking second among the class of 1991. He dedicated one year to research at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and then continued with Internal Medicine Residency training at the University of Arizona in Tucson where he spent an extra year as Chief Medical Resident. Dr. de la Guardia's cardiology training continued at the University of Texas-Medical School at Houston/Hermann Hospital where he completed three years of Cardiovascular Medicine and a dedicated year to Interventional Cardiology. Dr. de la Guardia is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine with certification by the same board in the areas of Cardiovascular Medicine and Interventional Cardiology. He has been recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Some of Dr. de la Guardia's professional appointments include serving as Medical Director for the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and as Medical Director for Cardiovascular Services at the Memorial-Hermann Hospital at The Woodlands, Texas. He has functioned also as Chairman for the Cardiology Department at the same institution. Dr. de la Guardia's clinical interests in general cardiology include transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography and stress testing including the use of radio-isotopes (nuclear stress testing). His invasive skills include coronary and peripheral diagnostic angiography, and he is experienced in catheter-based interventions (angioplasties and stents), as well as in pacemaker implantations. Dr. De La Guardia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Kedar A. Vaidya, M.D., F.A.C.C., received his medical degree from Armed Forces Medical College Poona University, India. Dr. Vaidya completed his Internship and Residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York. Dr. Vaidya also completed a Fellowship in Cardiology at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York, and a Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology at Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University School of Medicine, Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Vaidya is board-certified in Nuclear Cardiology and is a Diplomate of the National Board of Echocardiography, Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine ' Interventional Cardiology, Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine ' Cardiovascular Disease, and a Fellow in the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Vaidya serves as a Clinical Cardiology Council Member with the American Heart Association. Dr. Vaidya has also served as the Vice Chairman ' Department of Cardiology with the Conroe Regional Medical Center. Dr. Vaidya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Atrial Fibrillation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Chacko Alexander, M.D., MRCP (UK), F.A.C.C. is a board-certified cardiologist who has been practicing in The Woodlands area. Prior to moving to Houston, Dr. Alexander was the Chief of Cardiology at Texas Tech University Medical Sciences Center in El Paso, Texas; he was instrumental in developing the cardiology program at the Medical School and actively involved in teaching and research. He is certified in interventional cardiology and was the first Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Memorial Herman-The Woodlands Hospital. He is also board certified by the National Board of Echocardiography and The American Society of Echocardiography, as well as the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology' (CBNC'). He graduated medical school from the University of Madras, India and completed a residency in India. He had further training in the United Kingdom at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland and also at the University of Wales. He obtained Membership in the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) of the United Kingdom. In the U.S., he completed his Cardiology fellowship at the University of Missouri, Columbia. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Gustavo Grieco is a Cardiologist in Shenandoah, Texas. Dr. Grieco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Familial Hypertension.

Bruce S. Lachterman, MD, F.A.C.C. was born in St. Louis, Missouri, received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, California, and completed his medical training at the Autonomous University of Guadalajara, Mexico, and the University of California Irvine School of Medicine, Irvine, California. Following internal medicine training at Irvine, Dr. Lachterman completed his cardiovascular training at the University of Texas-Houston Health Science Center-affiliated teaching hospitals including Hermann Hospital and St. Luke's Texas Heart Institute. Dr. Lachterman has been working in The Woodlands since 1993. Dr. Lachterman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the Subspecialty of Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology and is a Fellow of the American Board of Cardiology. Dr. Lachterman is the author of numerous publications involving exercise testing, as well as myocardial salvage and ischemia. These articles have been published in several peer-reviewed journals, including American Journal of Cardiology, Annals of Internal Medicine, Cardiology Board Review, Journal of Interventional Cardiology, and the prestigious Circulation. Dr. Lachterman's professional appointments include Chairman for the Departments of Cardiology and Internal Medicine at Houston Northwest Medical Center Hospital, Memorial Hermann-The Woodlands Hospital, and St. Luke's Health'The Woodlands Hospital. Dr. Lachterman is currently the Medical Director of the cardiac cath lab of Houston Northwest Medical Center, as well as St Luke's Hospital/Community Medical Center-The Woodlands. Honors include being a 'Top Doctor' in the October 1998 Inside Houston Magazine's report on Houston's best physicians. Dr. Lachtermen is also listed in the database 'The Best Doctors in America'. Dr. Lachterman holds a particular interest in coronary intervention, as well as peripheral vascular disease diagnosis and treatment. He is a member of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography, Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, and the American Heart Association. Dr. Lachterman has been instrumental in advancing the cardiovascular intervention program at Houston Northwest Medical Center. Dr. Lachterman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Gary M. Coleman, M.D. F.A.C.C. was born in Wichita Falls, Texas. After graduating from Rice University in 1980, Dr. Coleman received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1984. He completed an Internal Medicine internship, residency, and fellowship in cardiovascular disease at the University of Texas-Houston Health Science Center and affiliated teaching hospitals, including Hermann Hospital and St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Dr. Coleman has been working in The Woodlands and North Houston area since 1990. Dr. Coleman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the Subspecialty of Cardiovascular Disease, is a Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine, and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Coleman served as a Clinical Instructor in the Internal Medicine Department at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston for 10 years. Dr. Coleman has published several clinical reports and basic research articles in peer-reviewed journals, including the prestigious Circulation, and is active in all phases of the latest cardiovascular diagnostic and coronary artery and peripheral arterial interventional techniques. Dr. Coleman has served as chairman of the cardiology and internal medicine departments at two of our affiliated hospitals. Honors include being named 'Best Cardiologist' in the Woodlands in 1993 Houston Metro Magazine's survey 'R.N.'s Rate The Doctors' and a 'Top Doctor' in the October 1998 Inside Houston Magazine's report on Houston's best physicians. Dr. Coleman is in the database 'The Best Doctors in America'. Dr. Coleman advocates for an aggressive approach to the prevention of coronary artery disease and stroke and the use of advanced atherosclerosis risk factor assessment and early atherosclerosis detection techniques to identify and aggressively treat those at risk for these life-threatening events before they occur. Dr. Coleman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

A native of Katy, Texas, Dr. Aertker is a proud graduate of Texas A&M University, where he studied Biomedical Sciences, graduating summa cum laude. At Texas A&M, he received the Thomas Gathright Outstanding Academic Scholar Award. Dr. Aertker then earned his medical degree at the University of Texas at Houston ' McGovern Medical School and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society. After completing his internal medicine residency training at Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, Dr. Aertker returned to Texas to train at The Texas Heart Institute in general and interventional cardiology. He was elected chief cardiology fellow during his tenure there. In addition to his training in interventional cardiology, Dr. Aertker is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. His clinical interests include preventative cardiology and percutaneous treatment of coronary, peripheral vascular, and valvular heart disease. He is committed to the practice of evidence-based medical care and emphasizes the importance of patient education. Dr. Aertker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Atrial Fibrillation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Brenda K. Peabody, M.D., F.A.C.C., is a native Houstonian and received her medical degree from Texas A&M University in College Station. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at Texas A&M Health Sciences Center, Scott & White, in Temple, Texas. Dr. Peabody is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiology and is recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Peabody has been working since 1995 and joined The Woodlands North Houston Heart and Vein Center in 2002. She specializes in all aspects of non-invasive and preventive cardiology. Dr. Peabody enjoys giving interactive educational lectures to the community and has spoken for the Montgomery County Division of the American Heart Association on the topic of women and heart disease. She has also served on the board of the American Heart Association of Northwest Harris County. Her hospital affiliations include Houston Northwest Medical Center, Memorial Herman Hospital-The Woodlands, and St. Luke's Community Medical Center-The Woodlands. Dr. Peabody serves as co-chair for the department of Cardiology at Memorial Herman Hospital-The Woodlands. Dr. Peabody's philosophy is that good medical care should involve a cooperative effort between the patient and the physician. Dr. Peabody is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Varicose Veins, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

Kelly Shum, MD, is dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care to The Woodlands and nearby communities. Dr. Shum specializes in invasive and interventional cardiology and works at The Woodlands North Houston Heart Center - Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group. To make an appointment, please call 281-444-3278. Dr. Shum is part of the Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group, a network of more than 250 multidisciplinary healthcare providers conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group accepts all major insurance plans, making it easier for you to access the best care at the best value.. Dr. Shum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Heart Failure, Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, and Tubal Ligation.

David Kuten grew up in Houston and completed his undergraduate studies at The University of Texas at Austin in the Plan II Honors Program. After receiving his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine, he completed an Internal Medicine residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He returned to Houston for a fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology at The Texas Heart Institute, where he was given the Tauber Award for Outstanding Cardiology Fellow. Dr. Kuten's clinical interests include all aspects of noninvasive and interventional cardiology. He has particular expertise in coronary interventions and the endovascular treatment of peripheral vascular disease, on which topics he has co-authored numerous publications. Dr. Kuten is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the subspecialties of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases. He is additionally certified by the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology and the American Society of Echocardiography. He is an active member of the American College of Cardiology, Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, and Texas Heart Institute Cardiac Society. Dr. Kuten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Heart Attack, Arterial Embolism, Arterial Insufficiency, and Liver Embolization.

Ahmad Iqbal is a Cardiologist in Shenandoah, Texas. Dr. Iqbal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Aortic Regurgitation, and Heart Failure.

Amilcar Avendano is a Cardiologist in Shenandoah,, Texas. Dr. Avendano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Arrhythmias, Angina, Unstable Angina, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Giridhar Vedala is a Cardiologist in Shenandoah,, Texas. Dr. Vedala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Heart Failure.

Hajin Lim is a Cardiologist in Shenandoah,, Texas. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Dustin Agan is an Interventional Cardiologist in Shenandoah, Texas. Dr. Agan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arterial Embolism, Angina, and Venous Insufficiency.

Jill Grounds is a Cardiologist in Shenandoah, Texas. Dr. Grounds has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Coronary Artery Aneurysm, Coronary Artery Fistula, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Ali Ayoubi is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Shenandoah, Texas. Dr. Ayoubi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Metabolic Syndrome. Dr. Ayoubi is currently accepting new patients.