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Every great product, service, or company has a captivating story behind it, and that story is best told by the people who have contributed to its success—entrepreneurs, deal closers, educators, lawyers, doctors, dentists, and creatives, among so many other professionals.

The individuals and companies profiled on the following pages are founders, innovators, and leaders in their respective fields. When you are in the market for the services and products featured on the following pages, these Faces of Influence are the names to know.

FERTILITY

B R E A S T A U G M E N TAT I O N

DFW Fertility Associates..............74-75

John L. Burns, Jr., M.D. Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute.........80

ORTHOPEDICS

Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas....................... 76-77 ABA TH ERAPY

Karri Shojaei-Scott Marigold Learning Academy............. 78

B U S I N ES S ADVI S O RY & C O N S U LT I N G

The Bonadio Group..............................81 CANCER CARE

Steven Paulson, M.D. Texas Oncology.................................... 82

B A R I AT R I C S U R G E R Y

Weight Loss Specialists of North Texas....................................... 79

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C H I L D C U S T O DY

Webb Family Law Firm ....................... 83

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D E N TA L C R O W N S

ORTHODONTICS

Davina Prida, D.D.S. Inwood Village Dental.......................... 84

Brody Hildebrand, D.D.S., M.S. Preston Hollow Orthodontics...........96

D IVO RC E

PA I N M E D I C I N E

McClure Law Group............................ 85

Rachel Kozinn, M.D. and John Michels, M.D. ISP Health PLLC.................................... 97

E A R LY C H I L D H O O D E D U C AT I O N

Dreamland Preschool......................... 86 E M P L OY M E N T L AW

Clouse Brown PLLC..............................87 E S TAT E P L A N N I N G AND TRUSTS

Aubrey P. Boswell Boswell PLLC......................................... 88 F I N A N C I A L W E A LT H

P E D I AT R I C D E N T I S T R Y

Beyond Pediatric Dentistry............... 98 PE RS O NAL I NJ U RY

Frenkel & Frenkel, L.L.P.......................99 PH I LANTH RO PY

Communities Foundation of Texas...........................100

CFO4Life.................................................89

PORCELAIN VENEERS

IN - HOM E CARE

Tim Nguyen, D.M.D., F.A.G.D. Parker West Dental Associates.......101

Belinda May Homecare Network.............................90 INTERIORS AND DESIGN

Susan Semmelmann Semmelmann Interiors.........................91 L AT I N C U I S I N E

Gloria’s Latin Cuisine........................... 92 LIPOSUCTION

Raja Mohan, M.D................................... 93 M E N TA L H E A LT H

Awstin Gregg Connections Wellness Group.......... 94 O P H T H A L M O L O GY

PROTO N TH ERAPY

Texas Center for Proton Therapy... 102 STEAKHOUSES

Randy Burks Randy’s Steakhouse..........................103 TEXAS COMMUNITY BANKING

Veritex Community Bank.................104 TUMMY TUCK

Steven J. White, M.D. USA Plastic Surgery...........................105 WELLNESS

Anna M. Toker, M.D.............................106

Judith Kirby, M.D., F.A.C.S. Kirby Eye Center................................... 95

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DFW Fertility Associates

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DFW FERTILITY ASSOCIATES IS A LEADING PROVIDER

While DFW Fertility Associates’ success rates have consistently

of fertility treatment in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, providing

shown excellence, many patients achieve their goal of a family

all aspects of fertility care, ranging from ovulation induction to

with more conservative options.

assisted reproductive technology. The practice was founded in

Drs. Sam Chantilis, Karen Lee, Mika Thomas, Ravi Gada, Laura

1999 when Dr. Samuel Chantilis ventured into private practice

Lawrence, Jennifer Shannon, and Monica Chung recognize

after serving as faculty at UT Southwestern Medical School.

facing infertility can exact a huge toll emotionally, physically, and

The practice has grown through the years and has expanded

sometimes financially. In January 2021, DFW Fertility Associates

to accommodate six physicians with four physician locations. The

acquired a second IVF laboratory located at the THR Presbyterian

office on Glen Lakes Drive near THR Presbyterian Dallas is located

Hospital of Plano, and the practice opened another clinic location

next to a state-of-the-art IVF laboratory that opened in 2010, and

on the same campus in Medical Office Building II to better serve

the practice acquired a second IVF laboratory in 2021. The IVF

the community. Recently, the practice opened an office at Baylor

laboratory is affiliated with the first commercial egg bank in the

University Medical Center downtown in the Baylor Plaza building.

country, serving as a production center for My Egg Bank, and

DFW Fertility Associates maintains offices in Dallas near THR

has vast experience and success with egg freezing. Vitrification

Presbyterian Dallas, Medical City, Southlake, THR Presbyterian

services and day-five blastocyst biopsy for preimplantation

Plano, and Baylor downtown. Dr. Chantilis completed his medical

genetic testing are now routinely conducted alongside many

degree and fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical School. Dr.

other advanced technologies. DFW Fertility Associates has one

Lee received her medical degree at Harvard Medical School

of the largest egg donation programs in Texas and is known for

and completed her fellowship at Duke University. Dr. Thomas

its success with third-party (gestation surrogacy) arrangements.

received her medical degree at UT San Antonio and completed

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her fellowship at the University of Iowa. Dr. Gada attended Texas Tech University School of Medicine and completed his fellowship at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Lawrence received her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Shannon received her medical degree from University of Minnesota Medical School and completed her fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical

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School. Dr. Chung received her medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and completed her fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

Their mission is to provide personal attention to each person visiting the clinic to provide customized care. The entire staff combines experience, technology, and advanced training to address infertility, always mindful to treat you with kindness

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along the journey.

Left to right: Ravi P. Gada, M.D.; Mika R. Thomas, M.D.; Karen L. Lee, M.D.; Samuel J. Chantilis, M.D.; Monica S. Chung, M.D.; Laura T. Lawrence, M.D.; Not Pictured: Jennifer M. Shannon, M.D.

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ORTHOPEDICS BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES

who received residency or fellowship training from the more

of Dallas continues to expand in Dallas-Fort Worth to better

senior physicians. The group includes fellowship-trained

meet your orthopedic needs. The goal of Baylor Scott &

subspecialists in sports medicine, foot and ankle surgery,

White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas is to provide everyone

joint replacement, shoulder and elbow surgery, and hand

in the Dallas-Fort Worth convenient and timely access to

surgery. Surgeons treat acute and chronic orthopedic

orthopedic care. The practice began with one location near

conditions in patients of all ages and believe in shared

Baylor University Medical Center of Dallas more than 60

decision making to determine the optimal treatment plan.

years ago and expanded to add additional Dallas locations

Please call 469-800-7200 or visit DallasOrtho.com to make

as well as offices in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and Garland

an appointment.

during the past decade. The practice has recently added locations in Grapevine, Rockwall, Flower Mound, Sunnyvale, Forney, and Greenville. BSW Orthopedic Associates of

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Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas

Left to right, back row: Nicholas Douville, M.D.; Mohamed Mahomed, M.D.; Manoj Reddy, M.D.; Sean G. Haslam, M.D.; Shahram Yari, M.D.; Sherry Igbinigie, M.D.; David Vier, M.D.; Richard Rhodes, M.D.; Babu Reddy, M.D. Left to right, middle row: Christian Royer, M.D.; Ali Ashraf, M.D.; Jennifer Chu, M.D.; Eitan Ingall, M.D.; Brody Flanagin, M.D.; Bilal Mahmood, M.D.; Sheena Black, M.D.; Bradley Teel, M.D.; Shannon Alejandro, M.D. Left to right, front row: Khalid Yousuf, M.D.; Anil Koganti, M.D.; Matthew Nevitt, M.D.; Virgil

Orthopedic Associates of Dallas Locations: ​Dallas The Star in Frisco Frisco-Centennial Plano McKinney Park Cities Garland Rockwall- Ridge Rockwall- Lake Pointe Sunnyvale Forney Grapevine Flower Mound Greenville

B. Medlock III, M.D.; James Lancaster, M.D.; James Brodsky, M.D.; Jacob Zide, M.D.; William Montgomery, M.D.; Phillip Hansen, M.D.

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Karri Shojaei-Scott, BCBA, LBA

ABA THERAPY MARIGOLD

Shojaei-Scott, a Certified Austim Specialist, opened the first

Learning Academy for several reasons—a community need

academy in Rockwall in 2012. Four other locations followed in

and a passion for special education among them. Primarily, she

areas where she felt children on the spectrum were underserved.

was inspired by her son with learning differences. After working

Plans for Camp Marigold are underway, and Marigold Learning

as a principal and teacher in Dallas, she opened Marigold, an

Academy is expanding outside of Texas to Colorado and

accredited ABA learning center with an innovative approach

Tennessee. Each location is designed with a sensory sensitive

where students with autism are emerged into a structured

environment in mind. For example, the third-floor Dallas

school program in mock classrooms for a variety of therapies.

location has windows all around, which allows the outside to be

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ABA therapy helps prepare children to transition into

incorporated into the design. During the past 10 years, Marigold

traditional classrooms by increasing or improving desired

has won several awards for its academic, early intervention, and

behaviors needed for success in school. Marigold’s signature

ABA therapy programs. Marigold also partners with local colleges

academic readiness program is designed for children with autism

and high schools to train and mentor teachers and interns.

and provides critical tools they can utilize in school and in their

Shojaei-Scott’s passion for special education is as strong as

communities. “We have created an inclusive setting where kids

it was two decades ago. “People tell me I’m special because of

are set up to be successful,” Shojaei-Scott says. “Each Marigold

what I do; I believe it’s because I’m living my best life working with

Learning Academy serves no more than 25 students ranging in

staff who share my passion,” she says.

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age from 2 to preteens. The curriculum is designed for students

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their mainstream, neurotypical peers.”

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BARIATRIC SURGERY

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John L. Burns, Jr., M.D.

BREAST AUGMENTATION PATIENTS CHOOSE DR. JOHN BURNS AS THEIR

Skin Care and Laser Center, Dallas’ Premier Medical Spa.

surgeon for a variety of reasons, as he specializes in all aspects

He graduated summa cum laude from the research honors

of cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. However,

program at Vanderbilt University and the University of Texas

many women seek his expertise in breast augmentation—a

Medical Branch and completed his plastic surgery training in

major focus of his practice for the past two decades. Dr. Burns

the integrated program at UTMB. He also pursued additional

is widely sought after for his excellent outcomes in breast

expertise in aesthetic surgery in Florida, microvascular surgery

augmentation due, in part, to his rapid recovery protocol,

at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, and fellowship

natural results, high-tech 3D implant imaging, precise implant

training in laser surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

placement, and a no-touch technique during surgery.

Dr. Burns has been recognized by Newsweek magazine as

“My patients typically recover within a day or two after

one of the nation’s leading plastic surgeons in the categories

surgery, thanks to a rapid recovery protocol,” he says. “With 3D

of facelift, rhinoplasty, and breast augmentation. Dr. Burns

implant imaging, patients can see what they will look like on a

operates at the Dallas Day Surgery Center, DPSI’s on-site,

computer so they can pick the perfect implant to meet their

AAAASF-approved plastic surgery-specific surgical center. Dr.

goals. I also use a no-touch technique, placing implants under

Burns offers both in-person consults at DPSI as well as virtual

the muscle using a funnel, which prevents scar tissue build-up

consults through his website, drjohnburns.com.

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around the implants (capsular contracture).”

Dr. Burns is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and president of the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute.

He is also medical director of DPSI’s affiliated EpiCentre

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The Bonadio Group

BUSINESS ADVISORY & CONSULTING THE BONADIO GROUP, A NATIONAL TOP 50 CPA

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actions necessary to achieve clients’ business goals.

firm, is committed to expanding its focus on advisory and

By offering an extensive list of specialized consulting

consulting services in addition to traditional accounting offerings.

services, The Bonadio Group aims to advance and deepen its

The firm, which opened its Dallas office in 2018, recently joined

relationship with clients and facilitate growth opportunities for

with Howard, LLP, a local firm with specialties in financial

businesses across the Dallas-Fort Worth area and beyond.

consulting, assurance, and tax services, significantly growing its presence in Dallas-Fort Worth to help regional businesses and organizations achieve maximum results through advisory services that go beyond that of a standard CPA firm.

This shift is indicative not only of the changing nature of the

Founded in 1978, The Bonadio Group is a nationally ranked CPA firm offering accounting, tax, and consulting services to clients of all sizes and across a variety of industries. The Firm’s professionals deliver practical, proactive, and innovative solutions to help clients reach their financial, compliance, management, and personal goals. For more information, visit bonadio.com.

accounting industry, but also of the rapid growth of the Dallas financial market, with the city now considered a hub for the

Left to right: Bruce Zicari, Managing Partner & CEO, and Tim

business and financial consulting industry. Most importantly,

Pike, Dallas Regional Managing Partner

with the merger, The Bonadio Group can better help Texas businesses optimize their financial functions and the stability of all facets of their operations in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Their experienced team of business consultants offer operational assessments and analyses for a wide variety of scenarios that may impact businesses and then identify the

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Steven Paulson, M.D.

CANCER CARE A CA N C E R D I AG N OS I S I S F R I G H T E N I N G A N D

where all our patients with advanced cancers have molecular

can elicit much anxiety. But thanks to the evolution of innovative

profiles performed,” Dr. Paulson says. In a matter of minutes,

cancer treatments, there are more therapeutic options, reduced

every patient in Texas Oncology with a particular mutation can

side effects, and an improved life expectancy.

be identified and physicians notified if there is a new therapy or

“Cancer care today is different from a decade ago,” says Steven

clinical trial to treat that patient.

Paulson, M.D., president and CEO of Texas Oncology. “At Texas

“With the advancements in precision medicine, we are doing

Oncology, our evidence-based care model treats the whole patient,

more than treating cancer. We can cure more patients than ever

focusing on improving patient outcomes and experiences.”

before, and the ones that are not cured live longer with a better

With more than 280 sites of service and more than 530 physicians, Texas Oncology is one of the largest communitybased oncology care practices in the U.S.

quality of life,” says Dr. Paulson.

The practice has also taken the lead as a trailblazer in cancer research. Establishing and supporting an expansive and robust

In particular, the practice is focused on advancing precision

community-based clinical trial and research program, Texas

oncology. This rapidly evolving approach allows physicians to

Oncology has helped develop more than 100 FDA-approved

select treatments that are most likely to help patients based

cancer therapies.

on a genetic understanding of their disease. As specific genetic mutations are discovered, new drugs are being developed and

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For more information about leading-edge cancer treatments visit TexasOncology.com.

treatments designed to target these genetic changes that cause cancer.

“We have invested in a creating a precision medicine program

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Webb Family Law Firm

CHILD CUSTODY THE WEBB FAMILY LAW FIRM, P.C., LOCATED IN

assistance with custody or visitation, call or email the Webb

downtown Dallas, has provided child custody representation

Family Law Firm to schedule a consultation with one of their

in Texas for decades. The boutique-style firm specializes in

top-rated attorneys.

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all areas of family law, with an emphasis on child custody and paternity suits.

The Webb Family Law Firm understands the complexities and emotions involved with any family law case, particularly child custody disputes. The firm has developed a unique teambased approach to each case which helps create effective solutions catered to each individual client’s needs. The firm strives to achieve the best possible outcome for clients in

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custody disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

The attorneys at the firm have a proven track record in and out of the courtroom resolving issues pertaining to divorce, paternity suits, modifications, interstate litigation and relocation matters, and international child abductions.

The Webb Family Law Firm, P.C. represents traditional and nontraditional families, including married couples, unmarried parents, same-sex couples, and military families. If you need

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Davina Prida, D.D.S.

DENTAL CROWNS DR. DAVINA PRIDA HAS ALWAYS HAD A PASSION

frustration with the lack of customization options in cosmetic

for design. After high school, she set her sights on design school

dentistry. This limited her ability to create a natural-looking

in New York with dreams of becoming a designer. Today, Dr. Prida

smiles. “When I started sculpting the design myself on the

works as a designer—but not in the way she originally planned.

patients, every aspect became exact,” she says. “Having an

As a general and cosmetic dentist, Dr. Prida’s new passion is to

artistic eye to elevate the aesthetic makes a difference. My

design smile makeovers using dental crowns, veneers, dental

goal is to maintain the personality of the smile, just elevate the

implants, and bridges.

appearance. I love the cosmetic aspect of my practice. Cosmetic

Dr. Prida has practiced in the Dallas area for more than two

dentistry can take at least 10 years off one’s appearance. It is so

decades and is now the sole practitioner at Inwood Village

exciting to see my patients smile more and become confident.”

Dental, where she and her highly experienced staff provide the

Practicing at Inwood Village Dental allows Dr. Prida to be

full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry are dedicated to

active in the community where she lives and raised her children.

patient care and comfort using the latest dental technologies.

A military veteran, she also donates dental care services to and

Dr. Prida’s approach to smile makeovers sets her apart. “There

is a member of the Texas Army National Guard. She is a graduate

is another mid-step I do that most other cosmetic dentists don’t

of Baylor College of Dentistry and a member of the American

offer. I sculpt the new smile on patients with temporaries, then

Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

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do a 3D scan that is sent to the lab for final fabrication,” she says.

“Sculpting the design on the teeth is an added step that elevates the beauty of the patient’s natural smile.”

Dr. Prida says this additional step stemmed from her

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McClure Law Group

DIVORCE THE TEAM AT MCCLURE LAW GROUP, LED BY

combined with their trial experience in the Dallas, Collin,

Kelly McClure, CEO and managing partner; Francesca Blackard,

Denton, and Tarrant County courts, make them a vital asset to

managing partner; and partners Brandon Joseph, Kate Mataya,

have by their side.

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Adam Mundt, and Jessica Fresch, is comprised of high-energy,

Praised for their empathetic and practical approach to

detail-oriented attorneys, including an in-house appellate

each case that leaves no stone unturned, they have received

attorney, CPA-attorney, and family law board-certified attorneys,

numerous awards, including repeated recognition as Best

further solidifying their ability to provide knowledgeable advice

Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine and Best Law Firms by

and strategies in divorce cases involving unique or complex

U.S. News & World Report. If you need a compassionate and

financial issues and contested child custody disputes.

tenacious legal team to help you achieve your goals and protect

The McClure team sets the gold standard among law firms in Dallas-Fort Worth and delivers exceptional legal

your family and fortune, the experienced advocates at McClure Law Group are on board to get the job done.

representation to clients across a broad array of industries. In any family law matter, but particularly in financially complex, high-asset divorce cases, the skillset of the attorney identifying

Left to Right: Jessica Fresch, Brandon Joseph, Kelly McClure,

assets, presenting creative property division possibilities, and

Kate Mataya, Francesca Blackard, Adam Mundt

assessing risks to ensure clients are well-informed about their options is crucial to a successful outcome. When searching for family law litigators who know the ins and outs of Texas courts, clients find that this team’s white-glove, concierge approach,

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Dreamland Preschool

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION WHEN

PARENTS ARE

LOOKING

FOR THE

RIGHT

preschool for their child, they quickly learn that not all

children to become better prepared to face future challenges by providing the tools and competencies they will need.”

preschools are the same. Plano is home to a new premier

Destiny Farris, head of school/chief operating officer, says

preschool that offers an alternative model of learning that has

Dreamland’s learning approach is unique to North Texas and

received rave reviews from early childhood professionals who

has been enthusiastically embraced. “At Dreamland, children

are providing children with the best educational approach.

are allowed to explore versus being told what they have to learn,”

Dreamland Preschool uses the Reggio Emilia Approach® to

Farris says. “Each activity or project is designed to enhance

education, a whole-child, hands-on educational philosophy

their curiosity, and everyone can move at their own pace. We

based on the image of a child, who learns through the “One

partner with parents to ensure that we are able to focus on the

Hundred Languages.”

whole child while at home and school.”

Juan Hope, founding partner and CEO, says Dreamland’s educational approach is completely child-centered—educators

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Registration is open for children ages 7 weeks to 4 years, and five more North Texas locations are under development.

watch what motivates a child’s interest in learning and uses this information as a basis for lessons. The teacher and school

Left to Right: Destiny Farris, Juan Hope

are the first two educators, and the environment is the third.

“We were very intentional in designing the school because we understand that the space needs to motivate creativity in the child’s mind,” Hope says. “The first five years in a child’s life are so important in terms of brain development. Our goal is to guide

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Clouse Brown PLLC

EMPLOYMENT LAW KEITH CLOUSE AND ALYSON BROWN MADE A KEY

“Our primary mission is to provide excellent service to our

business decision when they joined forces: Do one thing and

clients,” Brown adds. “Our team is committed to integrity and

do it really well. More than 20 years ago Clouse Brown focused

professionalism in all aspects of advocacy.”

its practice on representing C-suite and senior level executives,

Clouse Brown has been named a Tier 1 law firm in Dallas-Fort

business owners, physicians, and employers in complex

Worth for employment law on the exclusive Best Law Firms

employment contracts, negotiations, and litigation.

list. Clouse and Brown are both Board Certified in Labor and

Not only are Clouse Brown’s attorneys experts in

Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

employment law and executive contracts, they also

They were included on the Best Lawyers list individually for

understand business and problem solving. The team provides

employment law and included in D Magazine’s Best Lawyers

decades of experience representing thousands of senior

in Dallas. Clouse is also a Fellow in the College of Labor and

executives, business owners, physicians, and corporations in

Employment Lawyers. Brown has been named as one of the

a variety of complex employment matters, including litigation,

Top 50 Women Attorneys in Texas by Texas Super Lawyers.

arbitration, and contract negotiations.

“Alyson (Brown) and I have practiced together for more than

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Clouse and Brown have both been included in the prestigious Dallas 500 list by D CEO magazine.

20 years. We’ve spent decades helping our clients manage, adjust, and resolve workplace crises and unpredictable

Pictured: Keith Clouse

business challenges,” Clouse says. “Our lawyers certainly know employment law, but more importantly we know how to help clients achieve highly desirable goals and outcomes.”

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Aubrey P. Boswell

ESTATE PLANNING AND TRUSTS AUBREY BOSWELL WAS DRAWN TO THE PRACTICE OF

to preparing legal documents; he also spends his time zealously

estate planning and probate when he realized the importance

advocating for clients inside and outside of the courtroom.

these areas hold in everyone’s lives. He values helping clients

His temperament has been described as one who not only

leave a meaningful legacy and helping to protect that legacy

creates a plan of action but one who follows through with it.

after a loved one passes away.

His peers have nominated him multiple times as a Texas Super

Before opening his own practice, Boswell spent more than a decade learning about this specialty from some of the best

Lawyers Rising Star and one of D Magazine’s Best Lawyers Under 40.

attorneys in Dallas and working with clients with estates at

Outside of his practice, Boswell is a member of the American

all levels of wealth and complexity. He credits his mentors for

Academy of Attorney-CPAs and has served on the board of

helping him to develop the skills needed to work with high-

directors of the prestigious Dallas Estate Planning Council.

net-worth clients to implement and administer sophisticated

Boswell is also a member of the Dallas Probate Inn of Court.

estate plans. In 2022, Boswell became board certified in estate planning and probate law.

His legal experience has been amplified by his accounting background. Boswell is one of a very select group of attorneys in

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He is also passionate about giving others a voice who do not have one, which is why he serves on the board of directors of the nonprofit, ChandlerSpeaks, a charity devoted to helping children with speech disabilities.

the state of Texas who holds both a law license and CPA license.

His practice focuses on estate planning, probate, and trust matters. At heart, he is a problem-solver devoted to finding solutions for his clients. Boswell’s practice, however, is not limited

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Belinda May

IN-HOME CARE BELINDA MAY FOUNDED HOMECARE NETWORK IN

healing at home, and she proudly lobbies to recruit more skilled

1999 after recognizing a critical need in the southern sector

nurses and physicians to south Dallas communities. Many of

of Dallas for improved in-home healthcare. She started her

her team members are furthering their education, just as May

business by herself with one patient, and today she and

did, by becoming nurses and pursuing master’s degrees.

her growing team of 130 professionals serve more than

“Everyone at Home Care Network is an example about how

600 economically challenged, home-bound patients in 33

it is never too late to pursue your passion,” May says. “We

counties. Home Care Network is different because it accepts

can’t get tired of doing what is right. The cost of healthcare

patients most other agencies won’t due to lack of insurance

premiums and medications is going up, and so many of our

and funds or their critical condition.

patients are forced to choose between food and medication.

“It seems as if more hospitals and medical centers are

We work every day with physicians and pharmacies to help.

moving north to serve a different demographic, and this is

So much of the work we do goes unnoticed, but it’s the most

directly impacting so many patients who are in need of care,”

important work—meeting people where they are and offering

May says. “We don’t shy away from accepting critically and

the help they need most.”

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chronically ill patients who live in diminished home settings.

We are proud to make a difference in our community and we would love to have the support and partner with more hospitals and other companies in south Dallas to bring resources to people in need.”

As a nurse, May raises awareness about the benefits of

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Susan Semmelmann

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INTERIORS AND DESIGN FOR TEXAS NATIVE SUSAN SEMMELMANN AND HER

and have our own workroom where we manufacture drapery

team, your style is their style. For 25 years, Semmelmann

and bedding as well. We recently extended into manufacturing

has been designing creative interiors throughout Dallas-Fort

our own furnishing product line and are launching our own

Worth and beyond that beautifully tells each client’s story.

lighting collection.”

In addition, Semmelmann also spent 12 years in the custom

Clients are, of course, fortunate to have this service at their

homebuilding industry—experience that has become crucial

fingertips, but Semmelmann, a member of ASID, believes a

for clients who hire her to design a home from the ground up.

large part of a successful design process is sharing knowledge

“Whether the project is the design of an entire home, a

and ideas. Her firm’s 10,000-square-foot showroom in Fort

room, or even a feature wall, we embrace the person and the

Worth and its full line of furnishings and accessories are also

project and honor how they live,” Semmelmann says. “We

available to other designers and industry trade professionals.

specialize in a huge range of styles; we never want to be locked

“My motto has always been that the spirit of living is in the

to being known for one particular style. Having a creative mind

giving,” she says. “When you find something special, share it

means you can really go there in design and take it to the next

to help others. If we can elevate others by enjoying what we all

level, which is what I love most about our work.”

do, the outcome is phenomenal.”

Semmelmann Interiors is different from other design firms in that it offers far more than design services. “We in-house everything,” Semmelmann says. “We carry hundreds of lines of furnishings and accessories and manufacture our own floral. We travel the world to source fabrics directly from mills

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Gloria’s Latin Cuisine

LATIN CUISINE IT ALL STARTED IN APRIL 1986, WHEN GLORIA AND

“We were inexperienced in running a restaurant back then, but

Jose Fuentes worked at a small Salvadorian eatery in Oak

we learned along the way,” Jose recalls. “We treated our guests

Cliff owned by Gloria’s sister. When she was ready to move

the way we wanted to be treated. It took more than seven years

on from her restaurant business, Gloria and Jose saw it as an

of hard work and self-taught skills before we could open a second

opportunity for them to take over and showcase their passion

location. We owe our success to our employees and our guests.”

for cooking and serving authentic Salvadorian cuisine.

That location, at Lemmon and Douglas in Uptown Dallas, is still in

Since then, Gloria’s® Latin Cuisine has been focused on fresh

operation today and among the most popular.

ingredients, creative recipes, and an ongoing commitment to

At every Gloria’s Latin Cuisine location, people gather

their guests. A go-to favorite throughout Texas, Gloria’s has 17

over the restaurant’s famous black bean dip, award-winning

locations throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, along with locations in

margaritas, Salvadorian favorites such as Pupusas and

Austin, Houston, and San Antonio.

Churrasco Tipico, and Tex-Mex items. You can find a location

Gloria Fuentes attributes the success of the restaurant to

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near you at GloriasCuisine.com.

consistency—in the recipes and among the team. “We’re truly a family owned-and-operated business,” Gloria says. “We bring

Left to right, front row: Nancy Fuentes, Gloria Fuentes, Glenda

the love for our family’s recipes into every location. We also treat

Fuentes

our employees like family, and many have been with us since we

Left to right, back row: Hugo Santos, Jorge Ocampo, Brian

first opened in 1986.”

Penrod, Jose Fuentes, Carlos Riveroll, Arturo Ramirez

They recall the early days of the business, when Gloria and Jose weren’t sure their restaurant concept would be sustainable.

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Raja Mohan, M.D.

LIPOSUCTION LIPOSUCTION HAS RECEIVED AN UPGRADE, AND

to the surgery, adhering to all post-operative guidelines are

Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Raja Mohan is considered the

key to achieving the best outcome,” he says. “It involves

foremost expert in the newest technologies for liposuction,

maintaining a consistent diet and exercise regimen along with

which produce better and safer results. Dr. Raj specializes

wearing compression garments and foam pads. I also work with

in all types of plastic surgery involving the breast, body, and

massage therapists who help minimize swelling and fibrosis.”

face, in addition to liposuction. His method of high-definition

Dr. Raj is board certified and fellowship trained in aesthetic

liposuction helps to create a more muscular, defined

plastic surgery. He attended MIT where he majored in

appearance in the treated areas.

mathematics before attending the University of Miami Miller

“Hi-def liposuction focuses on defining the abdominal

School of Medicine where he graduated in the top 5% of

muscles and also muscles of the chest, back and extremities,”

his class. He completed his plastic surgery residency at the

Dr. Raj says. “It has been exciting to offer my patients more

combined Johns Hopkins/University of Maryland plastic

advanced, state-of-the-art technology to help them meet their

surgery program and studied under Dr. Eduardo Rodriguez

aesthetic goals, plus there is a shorter recovery because these

who is credited with performing one of the most extensive face

new procedures are less invasive.”

transplants in the world. After the completion of his residency,

Patients appreciate Dr. Raj’s gentle and compassionate bedside manner. He takes time with every patient to discuss

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Dr. Raj completed an aesthetic surgery fellowship at Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute.

their concerns and educates them about all options. “I am honest with patients about likely surgical outcomes, and I let them know what they should do to get great results. In addition

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Awstin Gregg

MENTAL HEALTH T H E R O A D F R O M W O R K I N G A N E N T R Y- L E V E L

unnoticed. Connections Wellness Group has won more than

position at a psychiatric hospital as a UNT student to founding

140 best-in-class awards at every location, including a prized

one of Texas’ largest privately owned behavioral health services

Best Healthcare Places to Work in the Nation award in 2022.

provider with more than 12 locations in Dallas-Fort Worth was a

It is also one of the few mental health centers in the region to

long one for Awstin Gregg, but it’s also one that he embarked up

earn the Cognia accreditation to serve adolescents patients

with compassion and intention from the first step.

within the program. The organizations Gregg leads have

“I fell in love with the work when I was a psychology student

created several hundred jobs, which have in turn treated

working at an inpatient psychiatric hospital,” he says. “At the

hundreds of thousands of people across Texas and the U.S.

same hospital, I progressed through different positions in seven

“We are in the service industry, so the best way to take care

years, from a mental health technician to therapist, an intake

of our patients is to take care of our team,” he says. “Adding

director to an administrator, and then eventually as the CEO of

to the number of lives we touch and we serve—there is no

the same hospital. Throughout my journey, I loved what we did,

greater purpose for us.”

but I always felt there was an entrepreneurial piece to myself, so

Leaving the community, state, and even the world a

in 2018 I formed Connections Wellness Group, which has become

better place is something close to Gregg’s heart, and in the

a wonderful story I will hopefully tell for the rest of my life.”

space of mental health, he is contributing to this goal in an

Gregg believes the focus of his business should be on the

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undeniable way.

team first, encouraging those who encourage and supporting those who support others. Company culture is key, Gregg says, and his approach to employee satisfaction hasn’t gone

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Judith Kirby, M.D., F.A.C.S.

OPHTHALMOLOGY PRACTICING

reexamination and recredentialing by the American Board of

ophthalmology for more than 20 years. Her interests include

Ophthalmology. Her thorough, no-compromise approach to

general ophthalmology, especially cataract surgery, glaucoma,

complete eye care has led to the detection of disease in other

diabetic eye disease, and macular degeneration management.

areas of the body, such as carotid artery disease, multiple

She often says that even after two decades in the field of

sclerosis, melanoma, and brain tumors. “Communication

ophthalmology, she can’t imagine spending her days doing

with patients’ primary care doctors, endocrinologists, and

anything more rewarding than caring for her patients’ eyes.

neurologists is a crucial part of my role in helping patients

“Vision is one of the greatest gifts a person could give.

achieve not just optimal eye health, but overall health,” she says.

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Ophthalmology is so much more than simply doing an eye exam.

Dr. Kirby prides herself on a very patient-oriented approach to

It is about restoring a person’s quality of life and, in some cases,

her practice, giving a great deal of personal attention to each and

even saving it,” she says.

every patient. Spending significant time with patients to ensure

Dr. Kirby routinely sees and treats a wide range of complex eye

they fully understand their diagnosis and options is a hallmark of

conditions and specializes in performing complicated surgical

her practice. Her passion and practice mission is to maintain and

procedures. She offers intravitreal treatments of antiVEGF

protect your vision for a lifetime.

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(vascular endothelial growth factor) for macular degeneration and diabetes, along with the latest lens implant choices for cataract surgery. Her office has state-of-the-art, top-of-the-line equipment to better serve her patients’ needs. She has continued to maintain her board certification, which requires extensive

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Brody Hildebrand, D.D.S., M.S.

ORTHODONTICS PRESTON

HOLLOW

ORTHODONTICS

HAS

BEEN

creating gorgeous smiles in the Park Cities and North Texas

children and teens as well as specializes in adult orthodontia and complex ortho-restorative cases.

for almost 50 years. The beautiful practice overlooking

“It was not the initial goal to become known as the orthodontist

Preston Center brings together a multigenerational legacy of

who specializes in complex cases, but I love working with other

excellence in dental care. Dr. Brody Hildebrand, a specialist in

orthodontists who refer their more difficult cases to our office,”

orthodontics and prosthodontics, is now the third generation of

Dr. Hildebrand says. “We employ the most up-to-date technology

orthodontists who proudly carries on the tradition of excellence

for our patients, but also use the artistry necessary to create the

in creating beautiful smiles for patients across Texas.

beautiful results our patients expect from our practice. My staff

“We are incredibly proud of this boutique-style practice that provides individualized care for each patient,” Dr. Hildebrand

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and I truly enjoy creating beautiful, healthy smiles and a positive orthodontic experience for our treasured patients.”

says. “Our devoted team helps solve dental issues for patients

Preston Hollow Orthodontics offers the latest diagnostic

and works closely with other dental specialists. The ability to

and treatment technology available for routine and complex

lean on the expertise in both orthodontics and prosthodontics

dental care. Treatments range from conventional braces to the

is an asset for all levels of patient care. We are well-rooted

latest esthetic orthodontic treatments, including clear braces,

in the community, and our staying power can be attributed

Invisalign, and Clarity clear orthodontic aligners.

to our decades of service by caring orthodontists and team members who make individualized and personalized care their priority.”

Preston Hollow Orthodontics provides orthodontic care for

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Rachel Kozinn, M.D.; John Michels, M.D.

PAIN MEDICINE DR. JOHN MICHELS IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE

in the first place. She works in correlation with the best

addition of Dr. Rachel Kozinn to ISP Health PLLC. Dr. Kozinn is

physical therapists, general practice physicians, chiropractors,

specially trained in the utilization of minimally invasive ultrasound

neurologists, and spine surgeons to assure her patients have the

and fluoroscopically guided interventions to treat conditions

best team approach to achieve their optimal health.

such as neck pain, back pain, sciatica, herniated discs, joint pain,

Dr. Kozinn comes from an internationally renowned

spinal stenosis, arthritis, vertebral compression fractures, failed

medical family and understands the value of outstanding

back surgery syndrome (lumbar post-laminectomy syndrome),

patient-centric care. She possesses a unique combination of

complex regional pain syndrome, headaches, neuropathy, and

knowledge and compassion which enables her to effectively

sports injuries. Her clinical philosophy is to focus on treating pain

communicate with her patients about their condition in a

at its source instead of trying to mask pain with the utilization

manner they can understand.

of dangerous, addictive, and potentially deadly narcotics. She is

Dr. Kozinn is accepting new patients and takes all major

skilled in advanced procedural techniques such as spinal cord

insurance plans, including Medicare. Her office in conveniently

stimulation to treat chronic pain syndromes, radiofrequency

located in Preston Center at the intersection of Northwest

ablation to treat chronic arthritis pain, and kyphoplasty to treat

Highway and the Dallas North Tollway.

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vertebral compression fractures.

Dr. Kozinn utilizes the most advanced diagnostic techniques to assess the underlying cause of pain. She then develops a multidisciplinary approach to treat the source of the pain and correct the underlying dysfunction that led to the pain developing

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Beyond Pediatric Dentistry

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PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY DRS. CARLA DAMON, LORIA NAHATIS, AND TERRA

been invited to speak about their expertise in early growth and

Compton, all three mothers and board-certified pediatric

development for the American Dental Association and the

dentists, are on the forefront of pediatric dentistry. They apply

American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry.

their parenting experience with their own children and expertise

They recognize that the younger treatment begins, the more

in pediatric anatomy, physiology, craniofacial growth and

they can help children untangle their poor habits and improve

development, and how a child’s behaviors and habits affect

growth patterns that put them at risk for suboptimal health.

dental health to help their patients thrive—starting from infancy.

Drs. Damon, Nahatis, and Compton inspire and empower

With more than 35 years of combined experience, they

children, and this is reflected in everything they do. Their mission

understand the importance of getting children excited and

is to make a positive impact in their patients’ lives by encouraging

curious; this goes a long way in gaining their trust, acceptance,

them to live an exceptional life by establishing healthy habits.

and compliance. Not only does their practice focus on

Conveniently located in Preston Center, they look forward to

routine pediatric dentistry, it also emphasizes an overall oral

helping each child look and feel their best. They create a path to

wellness approach, including early growth and development,

wellness by looking at their patients’ teeth and beyond.

myofunctional therapy, diagnosing and treating infant and child lip- and tongue-ties, and identifying problems associated with

Left to right: Loria Nahatis, D.D.S.; Carla Damon, D.D.S.; Terra

sleep disordered breathing. The practice collaborates and works

Compton, D.M.D.

closely with other Dallas-Fort Worth healthcare providers. Parents appreciate having a team to support their children and families.

National leaders in their field, Drs. Damon and Nahatis have

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Frenkel & Frenkel, L.L.P.

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PERSONAL INJURY LAW FOR 30 YEARS, FRENKEL & FRENKEL HAS CONTINUED

engineers, medical experts, and economists, when needed. The

to successfully hold negligent companies and individuals

firm also has an in office attorney/medical doctor who is an asset

responsible for the consequences of their actions. Mark Frenkel,

to clients due to expertise about the nature of complex injuries.

Scott Frenkel, and Gene Burkett have an award-winning history of

All three partners have been named Best Lawyers in Dallas the

results, representing clients in courtrooms nationwide who have

past eight years, were named Super Lawyers in Texas Monthly;

suffered catastrophic injuries from the careless actions of others.

a Thomson Reuters publication, from 2020-2023; Top Attorneys

They are advocates for their clients and persevere in the

in Fort Worth Magazine the past four years; and Dallas Morning News

pursuit of justice and in every case. Frenkel & Frenkel handles

Reader’s Choice awards for Best Personal Injury Lawyers in 2023.

commercial vehicle collisions as well as other personal injury

The success of Frenkel & Frenkel is best summarized by the

cases. They are known for their results in representing clients who

clients they serve. Says client M. Hargrove, “After our wreck we

have suffered injuries from automobile, trucking, or motorcycle,

were so confused about everything. Not only did they handle our

collisions. As experienced and tenacious personal injury

legal matters, but they helped us with insurance paperwork and

trial lawyers who previously defended insurance companies,

the recovery process. Witnessing them dealing with the opposing

hospitals, and doctors, they use their knowledge from the

counsel was amazing.”

other side’s playbook to bring valuable insight to each case.

They take the “counselors” part of “attorneys and counselors”

Left to right: Gene Burkett, Scott Frenkel, Mark Frenkel

very seriously and believe every client needs an advocate.

They thoroughly prepare cases for trial, bringing in specialists, such as accident reconstructionists, audiovisual professionals,

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Communities Foundation of Texas

PHILANTHROPY AS THE LARGEST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION IN

a community of givers has fueled this incredible generosity

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Foundation of Texas has a vision of thriving communities for all,

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CFT staff experts are always available to help you think through what matters most to you and how that can align with

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Through CFT’s programs, such as CFT for Business, Educate Texas, Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy, GiveWisely, the Live Oak Society, and North Texas Giving Day, CFT helps maximize both generosity and impact. This year marked the 15th anniversary of CFT’s North Texas Giving Day, and $63.9 million was raised for more than 3,200 local nonprofits. Together,

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Tim Nguyen, D.M.D., F.A.G.D.

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PORCELAIN VENEERS

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IT’S NOT UNCOMMON FOR DR. TIM NGUYEN TO

Dr. Nguyen spends ample time with patients in their initial

hear, “This is how my smile should have looked all along” once he

consultations, learning about their goals for their smiles and

completes a smile makeover. Dr. Nguyen specializes in all aspects

working together on appropriate treatment plans. “Whether it’s

of general and cosmetic dentistry, including crowns and veneers,

a consult or a second opinion, patients are genuinely excited to

at the longtime Plano practice Parker West Dental. Dr. Nguyen, a

begin the process,” he says. “I always start by asking what they

Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, is a Dallas native and

see when they smile—what they like and what they don’t like.

Jesuit alumnus. He earned his D.M.D. from Tufts School of Dental

What’s nice about cosmetic dentistry is that patients are just as

Medicine and completed his AEGD Residency at Lutheran Medical

enthusiastic about the process as I am.”

Center. In his ongoing effort to implement and provide the latest

Parker West Dental is an energetic practice where patients

dental trends, technologies, and treatments, Dr. Nguyen routinely

feel at home and at ease. Dr. Nguyen works diligently to exceed

commits to more than 100 hours of continuing education annually.

patients’ expectations, and the friendly staff is expertly trained

Dr. Nguyen enjoys all aspects of dentistry and has a special

in all areas of dental care. Says Dr. Nguyen, “Many patients say

interest in cosmetic dentistry because of its positive impact on

they feel this practice is more than just a dentist office—it’s like

his patients. “We are able to return people’s smiles to them,” he

a family, which is exactly what we hoped to achieve.”

says. “Over time, teeth can become broken, worn, or discolored, which can lead to a more aged appearance, and whether it’s a complete smile makeover or correcting one or a few teeth, cosmetic dentistry can make you look younger. It’s rewarding to see my patients smile again.”

PA R K E R W E S T D E N TA L A S S O C I AT E S

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Texas Center For Proton Therapy

PROTON THERAPY TEXAS CENTER FOR PROTON THERAPY HAS BEEN

with other treatments, such as chemotherapy and surgery.

serving cancer patients in Dallas-Fort Worth and beyond for

Minimizing normal tissue exposure may increase the patient’s

eight years. The Irving facility is one of approximately 40

tolerability of other concurrent treatment.”

centers in the U.S. and recently reached a milestone by treating

The team at Texas Center for Proton Therapy believes the goal

its 4,000th patient. “We have improved the overall level of care

of proton therapy treatment is not only to rid patients of cancer,

for patients through a combination of technological advances,

but to maximize their quality of life during their treatment and

hard work, and gaining expertise on how to better utilize the

beyond—even decades later. “Most people with cancer still have

technology we have,” says Dr. Andrew Lee, medical director. “As

to work and raise their families, which is why we try to preserve

a team and as a center, we are proud of this accomplishment.

and minimize treatment-related side effects,” Dr. Lee says.

Not only have we fine-tuned our existing technology and

“We understand that a cancer diagnosis, and the subsequent

treatment techniques, we have developed new ones, which has

treatment course, can be difficult for patients. This does not

kept us on the leading edge of proton therapy.”

define them, and we understand they have full lives to lead.”

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The center has some of the most advanced technology available with three pencil-beam proton machines, which is

Left to right: Jared Sturgeon, M.D., Ph.D.; Andrew Lee, M.D.,

the most sophisticated method of proton delivery, and the

MPH; Victor Mangona, M.D.

ability to do volumetric cone beam CT imaging when a patient is on the treatment table. Any cancer that requires radiation as a treatment component could likely be treated with proton therapy. Says Dr. Lee, “Proton therapy may be combined

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Randy Burks

STEAKHOUSES THE PATH FROM SERVER AT A CHAIN RESTAURANT

vision to rebrand his restaurant into a fine dining steakhouse in a

to owning the oldest restaurant in Frisco was a winding one for

Victorian home; this home, built in 1869, could be the one. “I sat

Randy Burks, but it makes perfect sense once you trace each

with the owner on the front porch and had tea with her and she

step. Burks has owned Randy’s Steakhouse since 1993—his

agreed to sell it to me for $550,000,” he says. “The last appraisal

first business and his last job. “I started out stocking groceries

we got was $2.4 million, so it was a good exchange.”

in the middle of the night and realized I had to do something

In addition to a family home, the historic structure has been a

else, so I took a server job at a Black-eyed Pea restaurant,”

dry goods store, a doctor’s office, and a railroad stop. Burks made

Burks says. “I loved the energy of the restaurant, but needed

necessary updates through the years but was careful to preserve

to make more money. My parents took me to dinner one night

its integrity. Burks is in the restaurant every day, and he personally

at Del Frisco’s. I immediately knew I wanted to work there,

shops the farmer’s market for fresh produce and prefers to hand-

so I went to the library to research the restaurant to make a

select the steaks and seafood. If he’s not greeting diners, you’ll

good impression. The owner, Dale, overheard my interview and

find him in the kitchen cooking his famed steaks. For 31 years,

followed me out to my car and said, ‘If you want to work here,

Randy’s Steakhouse has been a beloved destination for family

show up at 5 p.m.’”

celebrations, anniversaries, proposals, and holiday toasts with

Burks showed up. He waited tables for only a few days before

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friends. Randy’s feels like home—because it is.

he realized his temperament was best suited for the kitchen.

He learned how to cook a great steak and later opened Randy’s Country Kitchen in Frisco. He heard the owner of an iconic historic home on Main Street was looking for the right buyer. Burks had a

R A N DY ’ S S T E A K H O U S E

7026 Main Street | Frisco, Texas 75033 972.335.3066 | randyssteakhouse.com

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Veritex Community Bank

TEXAS COMMUNITY BANKING VERITEX COMMUNITY BANK WAS FOUNDED ON

for them to call us. Once a relationship has been developed, it’s

relationships and continues to make decisions every day based

collaborative. We provide a constant level of care.”

on its close relationships with customers. Rudy Beeching, retail

Veritex plans to expand into more communities in 2024 and

director, and Jeff Kesler, SEVP and president of the Dallas-Fort

continue its growth and progress in commercial banking. This is a

Worth market, are the faces of Veritex’s commercial business

bank built by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs—Veritex speaks its

banking division and are committed to helping customers grow

clients’ language. Beeching has been in banking for 42 years, five

their businesses. Customers know they can contact them at

with Veritex. He says the company culture, people, and customers

any time because community banking truly means something

are unmatched and appreciates how Veritex approaches business

to them; they live, work, and raise their families in the same

with a servant’s heart. “We serve our clients and each other very

communities as well.

well,” he says. Kesler was employee No. 2 at Veritex when it was

“Every day Veritex is entrusted with the money of people in

founded in 2010. “Our bank’s tagline is very telling,” Kesler says.

our community,” Kesler says. “Veritex is different because we are

“Veritas is the Latin word for ‘truth’—and Veritex is truth in Texas

listening and learning about a business and truly understanding

banking—a brand built on truth, integrity, and transparency.”

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what its needs are, then developing a solution solely for that business. Our goal is to not only find out the best way to serve

Left to right: Rudy Beeching, Director of Retail and Business

our customers, but to discover how they want to be served.

Banking; Jeff Kesler, SEVP and President of Dallas-Fort Worth

What drives that company? That is the question we ask to tailor

Market

a solution.” Beeching adds, “We are mindful in our follow-up. We stay in touch with our clients and call them, rather than waiting

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Steven J. White, M.D.

TUMMY TUCK DR. STEVEN J. WHITE FOUNDED USA PLASTIC

and specialized instruments, Dr. White can offer his patients

Surgery based on his commitment to excellence. His attention to

beautiful results with less discomfort and a quick recovery.

detail, precise surgical technique, and exceptional results led to

Precision surgery may take longer, but it is worth the extra effort.

his inclusion among the world’s best cosmetic plastic surgeons

Performance counts, both in the operating room and after

in the book entitled, “Plastic Surgery—The World’s Top Surgeons

surgery. Dr. White believes there are no shortcuts to knowledge

& Clinics.” Dr. White is sought after by patients throughout the

and experience. He is among the few plastic surgeons in the

country for his excellent results in abdominoplasty. He developed

United States certified by both the American Board of Plastic

the TummySculpt™ Tummy Tuck to create a sculpted abdomen,

Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head and

a more natural belly button, and typically a fine-line scar well

Neck Surgery (ENT), a culmination of eight years of intensive

hidden beneath the bikini line. In addition to a beautiful belly

residency training after medical school. Dr. White has been

button and a smaller waist, Dr. White’s TummySculpt™ also

recognized as one of D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Dallas the

lifts the top and outer thighs and buttocks. Dramatic results

last 19 years. See his before-and-after photos, read patient

can be achieved by removing both the excess fat and skin and

testimonials, and discover the difference at drstevenjwhite.com,

by tightening the abdominal muscles stretched by pregnancy.

Where Surgery Becomes Art™.

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A patient’s pain and recovery time depend on two things—how the procedure is performed and how the patient is cared for after surgery. Precise techniques result in minimal blood loss, which allows for little bruising and a quick recovery.

By using innovative techniques, state-of-the-art technology,

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Anna M. Toker, M.D.

WELLNESS IN HER MORE THAN TWO DECADES AS A COLORECTAL

free online resources on microbiome at drannatoker.com. Dr.

surgeon, Dr. Anna Toker has won numerous awards for her

Toker has a recurring segment on brintx.tv television show called

mastery of surgery. During this time, she has developed a

“Food Freedom.” She recently helped develop a new digestive

passion for overall wellness and educating her patients and

aid product, Zive 7, which will be available in March 2024. It has

the public about how nutrition can help them avoid surgery or

digestive enzymes, bitters, and a biotope 7 blend of prebiotic and

recover faster from surgery. Dr. Toker has garnered an impressive

probiotics designed to support blood sugar control and digestive

following on all social media platforms. Her informative online

health. For existing and new patients, Dr. Toker also offers

education about gut health and microbiome has earned almost

convenient telehealth consultations about digestive nutrition.

100,000 followers on Instagram (@drannatoker) alone. “It is my

In addition to her M.D., Dr. Toker earned a master’s degree

commitment to serve the community with the same dedication I

in microbiology with a focus on the microbiome. In addition to

have for my patients,” she says. “Whether a patient needs major

her colorectal surgery practice, Dr. Toker also serves as medical

surgery or not, a large portion of my discussions revolve around

director of SKANDii MedSpa, focusing on facial esthetics,

normalizing intestinal function.”

nonsurgical weight loss, treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction,

Dr. Toker’s online educational program, “Gut Check,”

and body sculpting in the MedGym. Outside of her busy medical

includes 100 daily conversations regarding digestion and the

and aesthetic practices, Dr. Toker enjoys spending time with her

interaction of the microbiome in every aspect of one’s life. “This

husband and their children on their small farm in Waxahachie.

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program represents more than 30 years of experience, first as a microbiologist and then as a colorectal surgeon—and it costs less than the price of a consultation,” Dr. Toker says. She also offers

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