Certified physician assistant Kara Higgins chose to dedicate her career to addressing the changing and often challenging health needs of women. She does so by counseling her patients through family planning and preconception health, contraception management and evidence-based medical care. In addition to obstetrics and gynecology, she is clinically trained in primary care, pediatrics, pain management and other disciplines.Kara worked as a nursing assistant while pursuing two undergraduate degrees in Human Development and Human Nutrition, Food & Exercise. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg. She earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Radford University at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Va. Outside of the office, Kara enjoys a very active lifestyle of running, reading, traveling, cooking and entertaining. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Association of Physician Assistants in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Texas Academy of Physician Assistants. Ms. Higgins is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Angiomyoma, and BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.

Jacquelyn Garvin, MPAS, PA-C is a certified physician assistant committed to the health of North Texans. She received her undergraduate degree in cell and molecular biology from Texas Tech University in Lubbock. She then went on to earn her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.Ms. Garvin brings a solid foundation of hands-on experience in the management and care of patients. Prior to joining Her OB/GYN, she had experience taking care of patients with gastrointestinal disorders. Ms. Garvin also has a passion for providing philanthropic medical services to indigent populations. She completed a medical mission trip to Laredo, Texas, while in school and worked as a student volunteer through the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center surgery clinic.Ms. Garvin is a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants, American Gastroenterology Association and Texas Association of Physician Assistants. Ms. Garvin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Angiomyoma, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, and Gallbladder Disease.

Casey Elliott is a Physician Assistant in Keller, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), and Herpangina.

Aria Nicolai has cared for adult and pediatric patients as a certified physician assistant since 2023. She chose a career in medicine to connect one-on-one with patients across their lifespan and to have a hand in improving their health journey. Aria previously worked in a fast-paced family medicine practice in Dallas, where her focus was on the management of chronic conditions and infectious diseases and providing supportive care for mental health concerns, weight loss, smoking cessation and more. She thrives on developing quality treatment plans for her patients.Aria graduate Summa Cum Laude from The University of Texas at Austin with her bachelor’s degree in human development and family sciences. She earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies while attending the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Menopause.

Certified physician assistant Priya Patel has been caring for North Texans since 2012. She places a priority on guiding her patients in healthful living through an open dialogue and mutual trust.Priya is accepting new patients aged 60 and older. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Emphysema, and Menopause.

Diamonte Jones came to realize the impact he could have on a patient’s quality of life during the five years he spent working as a firefighter and EMT. He returned to the classroom to earn his certification as a physician assistant and focus his training in the areas of family and internal medicine. Diamonte is clinically trained in a variety of areas, including cardiology, emergency medicine, pediatrics, women’s health services and primary care. His passion for practicing medicine lies in finding the treatment approach that works best for each unique patient. Diamonte earned a Bachelor of Health Sciences at the University of Memphis in Tennessee. He graduated with his Master of Medical Science in physician assistant studies from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, also in Memphis. Diamonte is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Texas Academy of Physician Assistants. His top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Certified physician assistant Sarah Groce has been committed to the health and well-being of North Texans since 2007. Her areas of clinical focus include primary care, internal medicine, digestive health and diagnostic services to help pinpoint treatment plans. She previously worked in the Lewisville community for nearly a decade providing a broad range of urgent and family care services for patients of all ages. Sarah graduated Cum Laude from the University of North Texas in Denton with her bachelor’s degree in biology. She earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Sarah places a priority on patient education to promote better health outcomes. She is a Fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Texas Academy of Physician Assistants. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Eyelid Bump, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Caring for the health of Keller families since 2003, Wendy Haseloff is a certified physician assistant with special interests in the areas of preventive medicine, primary care and chronic disease management. Ms. Haseloff is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Menopause, Muscle Spasms, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Dillon Wade became certified as a physician assistant in 2017. He settled in North Texas after working for a time in Searcy, Ark., and participating in humanitarian efforts that took him to South Sudan, Africa. Dillon is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Mr. Wade is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Menopause, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), and Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).

Holly Roberts is a Physician Assistant in Keller, Texas. Ms. Roberts is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Menopause, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), and Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH).

Joshua Matthews is a certified physician assistant and athletic trainer. He is clinically trained in a variety of areas, including orthopedic and general surgery, wound care and emergency medicine. Joshua previously served as an athletic trainer within an orthopedic practice before returning to the classroom to pursue his PA degree. He is especially passionate about providing quality care with the goal of improving patient mobility and overall health. Joshua graduated from Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth with his bachelor’s degree in athletic training. He also holds a master’s degree in exercise science from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway and a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. Joshua is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Texas Academy of Physician Assistants.

Mary Everhart first served as a certified physician assistant for an orthopedic practice in the Orlando, Fla. area beginning in 2014. She set down roots in Texas in 2017 to begin work as a PA in the Texas Air National Guard and shortly thereafter for a primary care community clinic. She is experienced in all aspects of primary care, from developing treatment plans in collaboration with a physician to ordering diagnostic tests and performing in-office procedures.Mary earned both her bachelor’s degree in health science and her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. When not caring for patients, Mary enjoys baking, running and traveling. She also has been known to karaoke.

Vonda Castaneda is a Physician Assistant in Keller, Texas. Ms. Castaneda is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Herpangina, Scarlet Fever, Sleepwalking (Somnambulism), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

Lori Najar is a Physician Assistant in Keller, Texas. Ms. Najar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Opioid Induced Constipation, Arteriovenous Malformation, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Certified physician assistant Kelly Tolar has served the Keller community in family medicine since 2006. She began her career at the esteemed MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston in the head and neck surgery department before returning to North Texas. She has special interest in preventative medicine, women’s health and diabetes care. Kelly is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Menopause, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Protein Deficiency.

Amber Mayes is a Physician Assistant in Keller, Texas. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Menopause, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Jonathan Flores has served the primary care needs of North Texans as a board-certified physician assistant since 2011. He previously served as the sole primary care provider in a family practice in the Argyle community. Jonathan’s focus is on providing quality preventative medicine services to promote wellness and delay the onset of chronic conditions. He places a priority on getting to know the families he cares for and ensuring they are proactive in their health journeys. Jonathan earned his bachelor’s degree in biology while at San Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas. He earned his master’s degree in physician assistant studies from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. Jonathan is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. He speaks fluent Spanish. His top areas of expertise are Menopause and Epidural Lipomatosis.

Kelly Gonzales initially thought business and finance would be her calling after she earned her BBA in finance while studying at The University of Texas at Austin. She later realized she could better serve others in a health care capacity. She returned to the classroom and earned her physician assistant certification in 2000. Kelly then spent nearly 20 years with a family, internal and sports medicine clinic in the Colleyville, Texas area before taking on a special project for Texas Health Resources. In 2022, she became involved in the launch of an innovative virtual care platform for the THR system in addition to providing patient care.Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree in physician assistant studies from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. Her areas of focus include providing comprehensive primary and sports care medicine. Her top area of expertise is Opioid Induced Constipation.

Brian Meusborn is a Physician Assistant in Flower Mound, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Vitamin D Deficiency, and Opioid Induced Constipation.

Jennifer Mitchell is a Physician Assistant in Highland Village, Texas. Ms. Mitchell has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Ashley Banda is a certified physician assistant dedicated to keeping North Texas adults well. She is a member of the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants. Ms. Banda is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Muscle Spasms, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Kelly Olsen is originally from Illinois, where she previously worked as a neurosurgery physician assistant. She has experience diagnosing and caring for patient with high- acuity and complex neurosurgical conditions, including brain and spine tumors, aneurysms, vascular malformations, intracerebral hemorrhages, ischemic strokes, and spinal stenosis. As a first-assistant in the operating room, she has had the opportunity to assist in advanced surgical procedures, including craniotomy, craniectomy, cranioplasty, and spine surgery.Kelly graduated from the University of Iowa in Iowa City with her bachelor’s degree in Human Physiology. She earned two master’s degrees in Health Administration and Physician Assistant Practice at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in Chicago. Kelly is a certified physician assistant and member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Ms. Olsen is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Fractured Spine, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

Jill Rowland is a Physician Assistant in Keller, Texas. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS).

Tate Rubley is a Psychiatrist in Keller, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Schizoaffective Disorder.

An Thai is a Physician Assistant in Keller, Texas. Her top area of expertise is Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).