Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at Sugar Land is pleased to welcome foot and ankle surgeon Alessandra Falk, M.D.   Dr. Falk comes to Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine from The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, Texas, where she completed a foot and ankle reconstructive surgery fellowship. Prior to that, she completed a BA/MA at Johns Hopkins University, where she also studied and taught ballet. She earned her medical degree...

Houston Methodist is pleased to welcome otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose, and Throat) Bailey LeConte, M.D., to Houston Methodist ENT Specialists at Sugar Land.   LeConte earned her medical degree at The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas. She completed a residency in otolaryngology, also known as, head and neck surgery, at The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. LeConte specializes in general and pediatric otolaryngology (newborn and up), thyroid and parathyroid surgery, endoscopic...

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is pleased to welcome cardiologist Felix Thomas, M.D., to Houston Methodist Cardiology Associates at Sugar Land.   Thomas specializes in preventative cardiology, coronary artery disease, cholesterol management, structural heart disease, cardiomyopathy, stress testing, cardiac imaging, and cardiac arrhythmias. He is board-certified in internal medicine and holds echocardiography, cardiac CT, and nuclear cardiology licenses.   “I am excited to join Houston Methodist Cardiology Associates at Sugar Land,” said Thomas. “I look...

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is pleased to welcome board-certified hematologist-oncologist Andrew Johnsrud, M.D., to Houston Methodist Oncology Partners at Sugar Land.   Johnsrud is a graduate of the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Following his residency, Johnsrud completed a hematology-oncology fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and a blood and marrow transplantation/cellular therapy...

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center announced that Donna Hansel, M.D., Ph.D., has been named Division Head of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. A distinguished pathologist, researcher, and leader, Hansel will join MD Anderson on Sept. 12. Hansel will lead a team of 650, including more than 130 clinical and research faculty, across four departments that serve as a bridge between basic research, translational research, and clinical care at MD Anderson. The Division of...

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center announced Kimberly Hoggatt Krumwiede, Ph.D., as dean of MD Anderson’s School of Health Professions (SHP), effective Aug. 1. The SHP has been training top-notch allied health professionals for more than 25 years. Graduates enter the job market with a wide range of in-demand skills and routinely score in the top 25% on national certification exams. Once certified, graduates often are recruited by MD Anderson and other leading healthcare organizations. “Dr....

Houston Methodist Primary Care Group is pleased to welcome Tiyashi Choudhury, M.D., who is serving patients at 1201 Brooks St., Suite 100, Sugar Land, TX, 77478. Choudhury is a board-certified family medicine physician whose clinical expertise is in treating and managing acute and chronic medical needs, including diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, weight loss, depression, and anxiety. She offers complete physicals and health screenings and has a special interest in mental health,...

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center announced that Tong Joo (TJ) Gan, M.D., has been named Division Head of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine. MD Anderson is pleased to welcome the internationally respected anesthesiologist and leader to their faculty. Gan will lead a division composed of 117 faculty members whose clinical practice and research activities include pediatric and adult anesthesia inside and outside of the operating room environment; care of the critically...

Houston Methodist Primary Care Group is pleased to announce the opening of a new clinic in Rosenberg. The clinic is conveniently located at 4050 FM 762, Rosenberg, TX, 77469, near the corner of Brazos Center Blvd.   Max E. Quintana, M.D., will serve patients at the Rosenberg clinic. A board-certified family medicine physician, Quintana offers management of acute and chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and thyroid concerns. Quintana, who is fluent in...

Houston Methodist Primary Care Group is pleased to welcome Dr. Katherine Herring, who is serving patients at 2060 Space Park Dr., Medical Office Building 1, Suite 302, Houston, Texas, 77058. Herring is a board-certified family medicine physician whose clinical expertise is in treating and managing acute and chronic medical needs, including diabetes, allergies, asthma, high blood pressure, and heart disease. She offers complete physicals, and has a special interest in preventive care and wellness, from women’s...