LaparoscopicAppendectomy near College Station, TX

Care Philosophy: My goal is to help patients improve their health and gain a better quality of life

Care Philosophy: Volunteering at Brackenridge Hospital, Dr. Sanchez discovered her passion for pediatric medicine. Dr. Sanchez loves her job every day because she can help children get the specialized care they need. She says she is "blessed to be a part of the journey" and is proud to help children and their families find solutions to their problems through her many aspects of work. With the unique insight she has gained as a pediatric surgeon, Dr. Sanchez is the co-Founder of Spoonie Threads along with Saba Kamaras. Launched in 2015, the company creates clothing for kids who have had ports or other external devices installed in their bodies. Spoonie Threads sells ostomy cover bags, antimicrobial insulin pump bags, G-tube pads, and clothing with access holes for feeding tubes or catheters. Dr. Sanchez makes custom outfits and does not release the product until the child it is designed for has approved it. Visit Spoonie Threads!

Biography: Kenneth Helmer, MD, FACS, received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas and attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. He completed his general surgery internship and residency in general surgery, along with his Fellowship in Surgical Critical Care at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston.Kenneth Helmer, MD, is a specialist in trauma surgery with a sub-specialty in surgical critical care.Dr. Helmer is board certified by the American Board of Surgery-Surgical Critical Care.

Care Philosophy: My goal is to provide high quality surgical care to each of my patients I evaluate all surgical options to ensure my patients receive the best possible outcomes and are able to return to daily activities as quickly as possible

Care Philosophy: My philosophy towards my practice of surgery is very simple-treat others as I would want to be treated. In evaluating a patient my first priority is deciding whether an operation is necessary. If surgery is needed, I explain the procedure and recovery in straight forward terms. I always encourage questions; I feel the more someone understands about their healthcare, the better prepared they are for surgery and the recovery. Many procedures such as hernia repair, thyroid/parathyroid surgery, breast surgery and gallbladder surgery can now be preformed as an outpatient. Minimally invasive surgery is frequently an option and is preferred as long as it is just as safe as the more traditional surgical procedures. I strive for a quick recovery making my patients as comfortable as possible. No one wants to have surgery, but if it becomes necessary then care should be given as much empathy, safety and comfort as possible.

Care Philosophy: Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group providers are committed to building long-lasting relationships with their patients and families. Our board-certified physicians provide continuous patient-centered care, while using the latest technology for diagnosis and treatment. They have all-access to outpatient and inpatient services offered by St. Luke's Health, as well as leading medical specialists to consult on diagnosis and treatment

Biography: Dr. Haroon Patel is an accomplished pediatric surgeon and program administrator with Greater Houston Pediatric Surgery playing a vital role in the development and advancement of our practice. In addition to his extensive expertise as a pediatric surgeon, he holds a Master's in Healthcare Management from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. He has a long history of developing successful multidisciplinary teams and child-centered programs focused on clinical quality improvement and providing exemplary patient care and outcomes.Before joining Greater Houston Pediatric Surgery, Dr. Patel Dr. Patel was the Medical Director of Pediatrix Surgeons of Houston. Dr. Patel also spent 17 years as a leader in the pediatric surgery program at Driscoll Children's Hospital. He served as Chief of Surgery, Surgical Director (PICU), and Trauma Medical Director. Dr. Patel is board-certified, holding his Board Certification from the American Board of Surgery in both Pediatric and General Surgery. He is also an active Member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.Dr. Patel completed his medical degree and undergraduate studies at Witwatersrand University, Johannesburg, South Africa. After moving to the United States, Dr. Patel completed his residency at Berkshire Medical Center, University of Massachusetts, and subsequently completed his pediatric surgery fellowship at The Floating Hospital for Children New England Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. He also spent a whole year at Boston Children's Hospital as an associate resident in pediatric surgery and has held staff-attending positions at several prominent Boston institutions.Dr. Patel has held numerous academic appointments and publications throughout his career; Dr. Patel served as an Instructor in surgery at both Harvard and Tufts, Assistant Professor in Surgery and Pediatrics at Boston University, and Assistant Professor in Pediatrics at Texas A&M University, and Assistant Professor in Surgery at UTMB, Galveston, Texas, where he still holds an appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor in Surgery. When not serving his patients, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf. As a proud father of four children, he has a passion for working with and improving the medical outcomes and lives of young patients and families entrusted to his care.

Biography: Dr. Jon Nguyen, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Cypress, TX. He is 57 years old. Dr. Jon Nguyen, MD is affiliated with North Cypress Medical Center and HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball.