The Fort Worth Doctor Who’s Sounding the Alarm In a city deemed a national hotspot for the outbreak of disease, one Cook Children’s doctor is working to change false perceptions on vaccination and, hopefully, save lives. That doctor — Jason V. Terk, whose passion for prevention and unique sensitivity to patients’ personal beliefs — is sounding an alarm he hopes will resonate. by
Shilo Urban
68 Second Chances A doctor becomes the patient at Medical City Fort Worth, a hospital upping its game in organ transplantation.
by Courtney Dabney
76 The Cannabis Cure Perceptions of marijuana are changing — not just in the state, but right here in our city. by Joseph Richardson
82 The New School of BBQ Look out, Fort Worth. This new class of barbecue buffs is too cool for school. by Malcolm Mayhew
90 A Crack at Millions A car accident nearly took away Ray Suppe’s chance at $5.1 million. But you couldn’t tell by his poker face. by Sean Chaffin and Brian Kendall
94 The Design Dream Team Meet the 13 designers who’ll put their own mark on each room of our Showcase Home. by Scott
Nishimura
101 Top Doctors 478 of the city’s best physicians, chosen by their peers.
Dreams of Sunday
A former TCU player doesn’t have to run too far in the chase for his NFL dreams.
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Renowned Ballet Dancer to Visit TCU
The dance school makes way for a history-making ballerina.
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South by Fort Worth Between film previews and flight simulators, the Fort Worth house was a hit at South by Southwest.
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Fort Worthian
Alec Jhangiani wants Beyoncé at Fortress Festival.
Sam Anderson of Quaker City Night Hawks We chat with Sam about the latest from Fort Worth’s roots rock group. 30
Healthy Influences Local bloggers share their health hacks.
34 A European Road Trip
Across Texas Paris, Dublin, Athens — you don’t have to leave the state to go around the world. Sort of.
46 Color Factory Spring style forecast: bold hues and eye-popping patterns.
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Magnolia Avenue’s OG Restaurateur Before Magnolia became, well, Magnolia, there was Donatella Trotti, spearheading the way for what would become one of Fort Worth’s hottest dining spots.
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The Feed ’Tis the season for burgers and beer.
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Ramen Life A lot of hype is stirring around Magnolia Avenue’s newest ramen spot. Here’s why.
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Restaurant Listings
A comprehensive guide to area restaurants.
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186. Ten Things to Do This Month The month of festivals makes for busy weekends.
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A Shot in the Arm
» Unless you’re not accustomed to getting your news from local media — including Fort Worth Magazine — or have been living under a 10-ton boulder for the past few months, you’ve likely heard the troubling reports that Tarrant County is a hotspot for potential diseases due to our city’s high number of anti-vaxxers — those who are opposed to allowing their children to receive vaccinations. Due to loopholes within state laws, parents can forego having their child vaccinated for medical, religious and philosophical reasons — “philosophical” becoming an umbrella term that makes it acceptable for anyone to forego vaccines. Texas is one of only 17 states that allows people to bypass vaccines due to philosophical reasons.
An outbreak of measles, a disease eradicated throughout much of the world thanks to vaccinations, has recently poked its ugly head in the Pacific Northwest (Washington and Oregon) — both states that allow parents to decline vaccinating their children on the basis of philosophy. Texas, meanwhile, has reported eight cases this year — after reporting nine throughout all of 2018. And if your child is not vaccinated, they are highly susceptible to contracting this potentially deadly disease.
Shilo Urban tackles this topic in our main feature on page 60, where we profile
Dr. Jason Terk, a pediatrician at Cook Children’s Medical Center who’s leading the fight against anti-vaxxers. It’s an astonishingly good read and one of the most important pieces we’ve published in the seven months I’ve been the editor of this magazine. No matter which stance you take on vaccinations, I implore you to check it out.
This book is massive and rich in brilliant features. Elsewhere, writer Courtney Dabney highlights a Fort Worth hospital that’s one of the leaders in the nation in kidney transplant success rate (page 68), and one of our new writers, Joseph Richardson, gives us an in-depth look at the future of medical marijuana in the Lone Star State (page 76). But the book isn’t all medicine, as you’ll also learn about some of Fort Worth’s up-and-coming barbecue restaurateurs (page 82) and a local poker player who came far closer to becoming a millionaire than I ever will (page 90).
Be well and happy reading.
Best,
Brian Kendall Executive Editor
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Between ’cue, cannabis and colorful clothing, we asked our writers if anything interesting happened while writing for this month’s issue.
Shilo Urban Her piece: The Fort Worth Doctor Who’s Sounding the Alarm, page 60
“I took a break from researching the measles vaccine for an afternoon appointment with my travel doctor. I needed malaria prophylaxis for an upcoming trip, and she also recommended a cholera vaccine. I took the vaccine, a firsthand lesson that just because a disease was on the Oregon Trail doesn’t mean that it can’t kill you today.”
Jenny Davis Her piece: Color Factory, page 46
“When I was on set styling the spring fashion feature, I started to feel really short...”
Malcolm Mayhew His piece: The New School of BBQ, page 82 “The craziest thing that happened to me while working on a story about barbecue? I put on approximately 1,891 pounds. Maybe I should go to the gym or drink some juice or something?”
Joseph Richardson His piece: The Cannabis Cure, page 76
“There are two stages of my life: all the years before I interviewed half of the ‘Dopest Lawyers in Town’ law firm and after. I got their contact info from promotional rolling papers and beer koozies passed out at a DFW pro-cannabis meeting and then had one of the most informative conversations about marijuana and CBD laws in the state and the nation.”
Sean Chaffin His piece: Dreams of Sunday, page 13 “The day I went to APEC, it was bitter cold, and there had been some icy roads across the Metroplex. The athletes had to throw medicine balls high in the air a few times but had to do it outside. Needless to say, there were some very quick throws and quick work to get back indoors.”
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You know it’s springtime in Texas when you see families posing knee deep in bluebonnets on the side of the highway. Be on the lookout for an exclusive online feature on the best places for a wildflower photo op. In the meantime, our staff has a few ideas.
Along the highway between Van Alstyne and Howe, but my friends and I have had much success right here in the Meadowbrook area. Spray Gleaves, senior art director
Big Bend National Park. The contrast between the flowering plants and the harsh, majestic environment is like nowhere else. Much of the flowering plant life are cacti and succulents, which present a different experience to the normal Texas wildflower encounter. Ed Woolf, advertising art director
Poston Gardens in Waxahachie. They planted over a million tulip bulbs from Holland in beautiful colorcoded rows! They are calling it “Tulipalooza.” With a name like that, I wonder if there will be beer too? Ayla Haynes, art director
Texas Hill Country. Seas of wildflowers line the country roads, the fields and secret little spots between homes and businesses in Austin. The deep blue sky juxtaposed against the varied colors is breathtaking. I almost forget to take a few pictures, and some views I don’t — I just save for me. Olaf Growald, photographer
Willow City Loop between Fredericksburg and Llano near Enchanted Rock. My buddy’s dad owns a ranch out that way, and come April, the rolling hills are completely clad in bluebonnets. People often drive the loop just for the photo op. Brian Kendall, executive editor
Oliver Nature Park in Mansfield. There’s a patch of bluebonnets in the back with a huge stone in the center where everyone takes their photos. They put stepping stones out so nobody steps on the bluebonnets. It’s just a short walk and so much better than parking along the interstate.
The bluebonnets are along the trail, too, so even reluctantto-pose pups like my Cooper can get their photo taken. Amanda Kowalski, customer support
Near our ranch in Grandview!
The bluebonnets blanket the landscape, and rustic fences and cattle complete the quintessential Texas spring pics. Erin Buck, account executive
Aledo. I lived on 27-plus acres in Aledo for 25 years, and every spring, we had great bluebonnets in our pasture. It’s one of the things I miss about having moved into town. It’s a short season, however, as within a few weeks of bluebonnets growing to a height that’s good for photos, the weeds catch up and smother them out.
Hal Brown, owner/ publisher
BEST NEWS EVER
Keep an eye on our website and social channels this month for the announcement of our 2019 Best of Fort Worth winners — plus details on the big party happening June 14. fwtx.com/bestof
Fort Worth at SXSW
Fort Worth totally rocked South by Southwest last month. After reading our recap of the showcase on page 18, go online to watch exclusive video interviews with some of the coolest people we encountered. fwtx.com/blogs/fwvoice
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» The Homestretch. The same facility that produced Chiefs quarterback Pat Mahomes is looking to see similar success in an NFL hopeful from TCU.
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Dreams of Sunday
Fort Worth training facility prepares players for shot at NFL, life on the gridiron.
BY SEAN CHAFFIN
Temperatures plunged the morning of Feb. 28 with occasional freezing drizzle. But inside the Athlete Performance Enhancement Center (APEC), players were working up a sweat. This Fort Worth facility has become a critical starting point for college players hoping to improve their chances in the NFL Combine for a shot to get chosen in the draft — and hopefully the beginning of a career in football.
After playing 34 games at wide receiver for TCU, Grand Prairie’s Jaelan Austin is hoping the hours spent at APEC pay off.
“My goal is just to become more of a professional and work with these guys who spend day in and day out studying this type
of process with combine work and all these drills to help guys become the best version of themselves,” he says. “I want to become the best version of myself.”
The annual combine, which took place Feb. 26 – March 4, draws players from across the country to be weighed, measured, medically tested, interviewed and put through agility drills like the 40-yard dash, bench press and vertical jump. Austin wasn’t one of those heading to the combine, but he had a pro day set for late March at TCU for scouts.
There’s a lot on the line. In 2018, the minimum rookie salary was $480,000, and even a spot on a practice squad paid $7,600 a week ($129,200 per season). APEC opened in
2016, and 28 of its 31 players were invited to NFL camps in 2017. Chiefs quarterback and NFL MVP Pat Mahomes spent time working out with APEC before the 2017 draft. That same year, defensive end Solomon Thomas was drafted third overall (49ers), and tight end O.J. Howard was taken later in the first (Buccaneers). Both trained at the facility.
During the program, players are weighed daily, have a diet and meal regimen and go through speed, strength and power work with conditioning on Sundays.
“They’ve got just about everything for our body,” Austin says. “The good thing is that it’s a small-knit group like we had at TCU. Everything’s personal, and all these trainers know each and every person. Everything we do is within your group together, but it’s also tailored toward your weaknesses and what you need to improve on.”
For Austin, that includes things like coming out of his breaks quicker. Taylor Nelson-Cooke, 26, is a performance coach at the facility and puts players through their paces. He graduated from Arlington High School and played four years of college soccer at UT Tyler. While some players may not be competing at the combine, undrafted free agents do find success in the NFL.
“The dream’s not over for any of these guys whether they go to the combine or get drafted or not,” he says. “Whenever you’re a part of this process, the best you can do is get a chance. When it comes to pro days and combines, these are just testing numbers to get your foot in the door. Football’s a whole different thing than running 40s and vertical jumps. If they absolutely kill the test and demolish their numbers, then that gives them a chance to show what they can do.”
Austin’s finished at TCU for now but will return and finish his degree if the NFL doesn’t pan out. A graduate assistant coaching position awaits, but he’d prefer playing on Sundays. An NFL roster spot, or even a camp invite, is no guarantee, but he remains positive.
“I’m just hoping to get drafted or picked up,” Austin says. “Either way, I’m ready to get to a team and start working.”
The NFL draft takes place from April 25 – 27. Austin and a slew of Fort Worthians will be on pins and needles listening for his name to get called.
Renowned Ballet Dancer to Visit TCU
BY MARIANA RIVAS
What’s New at the Renovated Cowgirl Museum
BY MARIANA RIVAS
» Wonder Woman’s at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, but she’s not the only hero gracing the newly renovated second floor.
After being closed for a month of final renovations, the museum reopens its doors Saturday, revealing a remodeled second floor with interactive exhibits, historic memorabilia — and Gal Gadot’s “Wonder Woman” costume from the 2017 film.
With decades of knowledge and experience to share, Debra
Austin, the nation’s first African-American principal dancer in a major ballet company, will begin a residency at TCU on April 14.
When she was nine, Austin’s first dance teacher said that she had no talent. When she was 12, Austin attended the School of American Ballet in New York City and quickly rose to the top of her field.
“It wound up being a blessing in disguise,” Austin said about her first dance experience. Her family was able to find a new teacher who was a soloist at the New York City Ballet. “So, I was trained really well from birth, basically,” she said.
“There were several names brought forth,” Keith Saunders, assistant professor of professional practice and the TCU School for Classical & Contemporary Dance, said about other potential choices for the residency. “And it was unanimously agreed that Debra Austin would be a wonderful choice.
“She’s had a historic and trailblazing career. From having worked with her on a few different occasions at Dance Theater of Harlem, I know the passion and the wealth and breadth of knowledge that she brings and the passion she has for sharing it, and so it was a very exciting opportunity to bring her to work with our students.”
Once Austin started dance rehearsals on Saturdays, ballet was in her bloodstream. She went on to get handpicked by George Balanchine, regarded as the foremost contemporary choreographer in the world of ballet, at the age of 16.
And, at 63, Austin sees the transition to teaching being a natural one. “I never went to school to learn another career,” she says. “This is what I’ve done my whole life, from the time I was 9 years old to 63 years old.
“I didn’t transition to another career. My transition was teaching.” Her residency will offer a ballet class that is open to the public for observation on April 14 at 3:30 p.m. and includes a lecture with Austin about dance at 5:15 p.m.
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The second floor, which includes the Kit Moncrief Galleries and “It’s Never Just a Horse” exhibit, tells stories of horses and their influence in healing, entertainment and business. It also features interactive elements that allow visitors to ride a robotized bronco and design a cowgirl outfit.
There’s also a variety of pieces on display alongside the Wonder Woman suit, including Jon Snow’s saddle used in the HBO series “Game of Thrones” — both of which showcase 2018 honoree Camilla Naprous’ work as a horse master in dozens of notable films and TV shows.
As a horse master, Naprous works with actors, producers and directors to bring scenes with horses to life. Aside from “Wonder Woman” and “Game of Thrones,” she also taught Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman to ride in “The Favourite,” finished production on Netflix’s “The Crown” and currently has “11 productions locked in for July,” Naprous says.
“Being able to have this museum here and for young girls to go, ‘You know what? There is another option,’ and you can choose your own path — how wonderful that this museum is going to give back to the youth of the community,” she says.
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South by Fort Worth
Free booze, food, bands? Fly jet fighter and helicopter simulators? Of course, Fort Worth’s South by Southwest house was a hit.
BY SCOTT NISHIMURA | PHOTOS PROVIDED BY VISIT FORT WORTH
Fort Worth completed its second year of hosting a two-day house at the giant South by Southwest festival, inviting patrons to try their hand at flying an F-35, taste local whiskey made by Firestone & Robertson, listen to local emerging bands and make a take-home spice with chef Tim Love.
Preliminary estimated attendance at the house — on Rainey Street in the heart of the festival — was 3,700, said Mitch Whitten, executive vice president of marketing and strategy for host Visit Fort Worth. That beat last year’s two-day attendance of 2,000, when the bureau hosted a house in East Austin in the middle of the South by Southwest week celebrating innovation.
This year, Fort Worth took over a bar and opened on Day One of that segment of the festival. Visitors crammed the house early on, making it clear the city would easily beat last year’s two-day attendance of 2,000.
Fort Worth is using South by Southwest to project itself as a hip, creative city for people to live, work and play in, a focus that emerged from findings that the city has fallen behind Dallas in numerous areas. “We’re trying to let people know Fort Worth is not just cowboys and culture; we’re hip, we’ve got a great music scene, great food,” Mayor Betsy Price said in an interview at the bungalow.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics’ F-35 simulator, inside a tent, anchored the frontyard entry. “There was a line out the door and down the street [at Day One’s 10 a.m. opening]; everybody got buzzed in, and they came here,” Eric Fox, senior director of government relations for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, maker of the F-35 and F-16 fighters in Fort Worth, said.
Bell Helicopter, testing advanced but simple controls as it develops urban air taxis of the future, let visitors try three flight simulators. Firestone & Robertson’s mixologists offered multiple whiskey tastings. Fort Worth’s Renfro Foods executive Jim Renfro and his wife passed out take-home bags of salsa and chips, with Renfro warning visitors to be wary of the salsa’s burn. Fort Worth musicians Ansley, Danni & Kris, Abraham Alexander, Jack Barksdale, Lou CharLe$ and Smooth Vega played. And Fort Worth photographer Rambo Elliott debuted a one-minute trailer
Elliott said she has her own fight with depression and wants the film to prompt discussions about mental health. “This has to be normal,” she said. “What would it be like if we could have conversations like that? I want people to know what their problems are called. As soon as you can name something, you get better.”
The film will likely be complete in May and debut at Sanders’ Red studios on the Near Southside, Elliott said. On why it’s called “The Bridge,” she said, “That’s in the film. We’re not going to tell.”
for a short film about mental health, due to be completed later this spring.
Elliott, whose images of musician Leon Bridges helped propel his career and hers, was recruited into the film a year ago by the two founders of the fast-growing M2G Ventures real estate firm. The M2G partners — Jessica Miller and Susan Gruppi — had lost a loved one who battled mental health.
Elliott, M2G and the Fort Worth film producer Red Sanders and his Red Productions teamed up on the film. M2G paid for the approximate $30,000 cost of producing the film, including money they raised last fall in a Kickstarter campaign.
The film is called “The Bridge.” It’s a fictional story and 12-minute short film about a girl over the course of 20 years in her life. Roxanna Redfoot, a Dallas actress and model, plays the lead, Elliott says. Elliott’s niece, Lindsay Baer, and the musician Alexander, a friend of Elliott’s, also play roles. The crew shot the film on locations in Fort Worth and Lake Granbury.
The film “is an immersive art experience in the world of mental health,” Elliott said in an interview. “I wanted to show what it feels like. It walks through repression, anxiety and depression. [Of the main character], you see her at 11, you see her at 20 and you see her at 30. These problems can take time. I wanted to show every evolution.”
Kyle Valley, senior vice president of Majestic Realty and an ambassador, said the first five people he greeted included three students who’d either just graduated college or were seeking master’s degrees. Those three “specifically came here because they had been looking to get into the aerospace sector, but they had no idea [Lockheed Martin] had that kind of presence in Fort Worth.” And “they thought it was unique that a city had its own space activated.”
Visit Fort Worth, which has spent $500,000 in each of the last years on South by Southwest, mostly from its advertising budget, is measuring the effectiveness by social media reach, attendance and brand sentiment. Last year, Fort Worth received an estimated social media reach of 2 million, Whitten said. He expects Fort Worth to exceed that number with this year’s bungalow.
On brand sentiment, Visit Fort Worth runs a survey each year within Texas and surrounding states that measures how well the city fares in respondents who are considering weekend getaways. “Fort Worth is not as high as we want it, but last year, we moved the needle,” Whitten said. “And later this year, when we take the survey again, we want to move the needle again.”
Visit Fort Worth hasn’t yet committed to returning to South by Southwest next year and is studying whether it can allocate those resources to a range of other opportunities.
President Bob Jameson noted that the bureau left South by Southwest last year without having committed to re-upping, so it’s possible Fort Worth will return. But “to me, this can’t be the only place where Fort Worth is hanging its hat,” Jameson said. “We just need to take a look at the universe.”
Fort Worth on Rainey flexed the city as a hub of culture and technology with music, film, food and flight simulations provided by Lockheed Martin and Bell Helicopter on display.
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Co-founder of Fortress Festival
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Q. You used to be director of the Lone Star Film Society, which runs the Lone Star Film Festival. What was the transition like going from film to music?
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Q. Where do you see Fortress Festival going in the future?
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A. Definitely adding the art component … For example, Solange, Beyoncé’s sister, does site-specific performances. She did it at Marfa. She goes to museums and does performances. One of the original directors of Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” is a video artist that also did a lot of work for Kendrick Lamar. There are all these intersections. We would always want [Fortress Festival] to be focused on the art side of things. We’re not going to launch any apps at Fortress.
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A. I think everybody wants Beyoncé to play at their festival. I adore her. Kendrick Lamar for sure. There are dream artists, and then there are ones that we think that Fortress is made for — I think Kendrick’s definitely one those. Outside of that, we’d love to have some of the iconic folks like Nick Cave or, before he passed, Leonard Cohen. I would love to have just a big rock show too. Radiohead would be awesome.
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STYLE | MUSIC | HEALTH | TRAVEL
» Sounds of the Fort. This year’s Fortress Festival, headlined by Leon Bridges, takes place April 28 – 29. Check out our guide to surviving the fest on page 28. »
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Sam Anderson of Quaker City Night Hawks
On the heels of releasing their fourth fulllength album, one-third of Fort Worth’s Quaker City Night Hawks chats about church music, Europe and a cappella.
BY BRIAN KENDALL
As far as local celebrities go, Quaker City Night Hawks, a burgeoning roots rock trio, who also possess some of Fort Worth’s most impressive facial hair, are climbing the list. Sam Anderson, guitarist and vocalist for the group, brushes off this notion. “Our recognition just leads to open bar tabs more than anything else,” he says. But with the release of their new album, QCNH, and a European tour penciled in their calendars, the group might be on the precipice of expanding their audience far beyond the Metroplex.
I sat down with Sam at Sons of Liberty Coffee and had a quick chat over a couple cappuccinos. He admitted his beard has a tendency to catch some of his drink, and, with my lack of self-control, I noticed his sipping strategy led to no cappuccino remnants.
FW: New album release, another European tour coming up, there’s just a lot of buzz
around you guys right now. Sam: It’s been great. Kinda been like getting a drink of water out of a fire hydrant a little bit over the last, especially six, seven months. Starting with Europe last fall, that was a month and a half of not a lot of dates off and a completely new thing that we’ve never done before. I think, starting then till about up to current date, it’s been pretty hectic.
FW: You guys are sort of roots rock, I mean, with a modern twist, of course. But how was your music received in Europe? Sam: We had no clue going into it ‘cause, like I said, we’d never been there. The first show in Hanover, we were on the road with Blackberry Smoke, and we knew there were going to be people there by the size of the venues that were booked. I don’t think we realized how many people were going to be there, and, also, how many of them were going to be familiar with our music already.
There were people on the first show in Hanover all singing along to the chorus of our song,
“The Last Ride of Miguel the Scared,” and it was very jarring. I had to look over at David, and he kind of gave me the “I don’t know what’s going on either, just keep playing it.”
FW: This is kind of a basic question, but what got you into music? What made you decide: This is what I want to do for the rest of my life? Sam: I always kind of liked music. Obviously, this is how every musician’s story starts a lot, but my mother and father were both very into music, and they had good taste in music. Of course, my father is a preacher, and growing up in church, you’re surrounded by church music all the time. I did like that aspect of going to church the best; I liked the singing and stuff like that. We grew up Church of Christ, which is predominantly a cappella music, so there were no instruments, so that was kind of where the singing came from. I was fascinated with that at a young age; then I grabbed a guitar and saw what that would do with it.
FW: I’ve noticed all the Fort Worth musicians whom I’ve interviewed, they seem to have gotten their start in church music. That just seems to be a common thread here. Sam: Yeah. Especially, at the bottom of the Bible Belt down here. It’s definitely a very common thread in people I meet, too.
FW: So, you start your musical journal with a cappella and move to this gritty, grimy, bluesy, roots rock. That’s an interesting transition. Sam: Yeah, it definitely is. continued on page 28 »
Like I mentioned earlier, when doing singersongwriter stuff, you’re always gonna struggle. That’s kind of what all the singer-songwriters have always written about is struggling, and there’s a reason. It’s because it’s a hard thing to do, and traveling around, sleeping in your car and playing gigs at coffee shops for soup instead of money — it’s a struggle. And I think it wore on me, and I’m sure it wore on David [Matsler], too, and we made a conscious decision: “Let’s do something that people can’t drink soup over.”
FW: Tell me about your new album. What was the inspiration behind it? What’s the sound? How does it differentiate itself from your previous work? Sam: We recorded it here in Fort Worth at Niles City [Sound], at the bottom of Shipping and Receiving, with Josh Block and Austin [Jenkins], and they did a hell of a job. They, obviously, have skins on the wall as far as albums they’ve produced and stuff that they’ve worked on and even bands they’ve been in. So, we knew going into it that it was going to be handled correctly. They have great ideas to go along with stuff that we’ve already implemented. We holed up for about a week in a little rehearsal studio and just ironed all these songs out. A few we’d been playing on the road, but a few had never really done before. We kind of messed around with and got them to where we thought they were good enough to record. All in all, I think it was about two weeks of recording spread out over a while because we were touring. The guys at Niles City were working on a few other records, and it’s just a super busy time. Jordan Richardson of Son of Stan, he recorded a lot of the vocals and did some additional production — helped us flesh it out. It’s definitely the biggest net we’ve cast, as far as genre-wise, on an album. That’s always a little bit nerve-wracking.
FW: Is that just not wanting to be put in a box as musicians? Are guys just feeling a bit more experimental? Why the departure? Sam: I think it’s less wanting to get compartmentalized or pigeon-holed into a genre, and more we just listen to that many different kinds of music, and I think that just kind of oozes into the writing. When we’re listening to anything from R&B to ’70s heavy rock to acoustic music, I think that all kind of comes through, maybe a little subconsciously. We’ve never strayed from it. We’re not scared to stretch out a little bit.
Fortress Festival Survival Guide
Ready to groove, Funkytown?
» For the third year, Fortress Festival merges some of the indie scene’s hottest acts with local musicians in the Fort’s bustling Cultural District. And, with local star Leon Bridges headlining, this year’s festival is sure to bring a hodgepodge of hippies, hipsters and homegrown music fans out of the woodwork. If you’re planning on attending, here’s a quick rundown of everything you need to know.
How much are tickets, and where can I buy them?
Two-day general admission tickets are selling for $109, which will eventually increase to $119. Single-day passes are currently going for $69. Visit the Fortress Festival website, fortressvestival.com, to purchase the tix.
What about parking? Any alternative transportation methods?
You can park, but it’ll probably be a pain. The paid lot, for which you can purchase a parking pass before the fest, costs $15 per day and is located at Farrington Field. The best way to get there is to hop on Bus Route 2, which travels every 15 minutes and stops in the Cultural District.
FOOD VENDORS:
Alchemy Pops
Cannon Chinese Kitchen
Elixer Coffee
Emojis Grilled
Cheese Bar
JuiceLand
Righteous Foods
Salsa Limòn
Shawarma Point
The festival takes place April 27 –28 at the Fort Worth Cultural District.
WHAT TO BRING:
It’s late April in North Texas, so unless you want to become dehydrated and/or sunburned, we recommend bringing the following:
• Sunscreen
• An empty water container (CamelBaks are prohibited)
• Sunglasses and hats
• Beach towels or blankets for sitting (don’t block the view of others with your lawn chair)
• Bug spray
SCHEDULE:
Saturday CHVRCHES
Rae Sremmurd
Tinashe
Bobby Sessions
Abhi The Nomad
Gio Chamba
The Cush
Medicine Man Revival
Solar Slim
Adrian Stresow
Cardiac the Ghost
Sunday
Leon Bridges
Khruangbin
Tank and the Bangas
Superorganism
Red Shahan
The Bright Light Social Hour
Blackillac
Sailor Poon
War Party
Luna Luna
Meach Pango
Highlight = Fort Worth musician
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Healthy Influences
The one-two punch of diet and exercise is far from the only secret to leading a healthy life. From celery juice (no joke) to meditation, here are some tips from six local bloggers.
Christy Smith
@sofortworthit
SoFortWorthIt.com
1 Check out a functional medicine doctor. Yes, it’s a thing. These are real doctors who are trained to treat the cause, not just the symptom. They give natural health solutions that include diet, meditation, exercise and nutritional supplements.
2 Be a smart consumer. Become more aware of the chemicals, antibiotics, hormones and other processed junk in your food. Think it through before you chew! We buy only organic and purchase all of our meat from Burgundy Local.
3 Get the essentials. Invest in a good set of pure essential oils to help support your health and wellness. I personally have been using and sell-
ing Young Living Essential Oils for more than six years.
4 Read. Get educated. For me, reading Medical Medium by Anthony William was a game-changer.
5 Unplug and recharge your batteries. Usually, this means limiting screen time, electronics and social media to enjoy the moment. I totally recommend this, except when it comes to my own blogging!
1 Morning beverage recommendation. I like to start my mornings off with a glass of celery juice, which I originally started as an antiinflammatory option for my eczema. It gives me energy with no crash for a class at The Pilates Concept!
2 Moms don’t get sick days. I have a 2-year-old, so I am constantly trying to dodge stomach bugs and colds in our
home. I swear by TULA probiotics and can see a huge difference in my immune system when I forget to reorder.
3 Be a conscientious shopper. With ingredientconscious purchasing becoming more popular, I always tell my readers to rethink a product they frequently purchase like deodorant or body wash. Native Deodorant is my favorite natural deodorant that truly stands up to the Texas heat and humidity.
4 What would a mother do? I still love a Diet Coke every now and then and rarely turn down a dessert. But before I indulge, I ask myself, “Would I give this to my toddler?” The simple question always helps me rethink an unhealthy treat.
5 Jade rolling FTW! This is one of my favorite beauty hacks that serves a dual purpose of keeping headaches at bay. When 2 p.m. hits and I feel a headache coming on, I’ll use my roller on my temples, and the tension is gone.
Jennifer Gilmore
1 Drink water! Don’t rely on sugary energy drinks. Drink the recommended amount of clean water daily. Skip the BPA bottled water. I use my S’well bottle and Hydro Flask bottle daily. They both keep my filtered water chilled all day.
2 Unprocessed and unrefined. Eat whole foods, which include organic fruits and vegetables. I recently completed the Whole Diet Challenge. As a result, I’ve lost 13 pounds, feel so much better and have identified a food sensitivity that was the root of my occasional digestive issues.
3 Stay on schedule. Schedule your workouts like you would a doctor’s appointment. I’ve found that when I put my workouts on the calendar and don’t leave them to chance, I stick to my routine. I use my Erin Condren Life Planner and Google calendar to keep me organized!
4 Treat yourself. Reward yourself with cute workout clothing, not food and alcohol. Each time I complete a 5K, like
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Smith
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the Fort Worth Zoo Run or the Cowtown Marathon, I reward myself with a much-needed piece of fitness clothing. Athleta is my favorite brand for workout clothing. Its quality is excellent.
5 One workout buddy is not enough. Get a few workout buddies; knowing that a couple friends are waiting for me at the gym helps me to get off my butt! Recently, I’ve joined the Fitness Connection, a new gym here in Fort Worth. A few girlfriends and I take weekly fitness classes; we’re keeping fit together while thriving off the allaround good vibes.
Michelle Miles @fortworthwoman FortWorthWoman.com
1 Be happy with your workout. Find a workout routine that works for your body, your schedule and your mind. If you can enjoy the workout, you will see the results of your hard work. Pure Barre Fort Worth is my personal happy place!
2 Eat the good stuff. Spend more money on good food
over anything else. What we put in our body is what you get out of it. Organic, cage-free, real ingredient foods; there’s a power in that.
3 Don’t sit. Not yet. When I find myself with a few spare minutes, I pop the kids in the stroller before we sit down and turn on the TV. There’s something to be said for fresh air, real conversation and time together outside that fills the soul.
4 Have a doc in your back pocket. I have been so lucky to get to know the doctors at The Emergency Center on University. When weird health issues pop up for myself or anyone in my family (kids included!), they answer my crazy questions, send me in the right, honest direction and constantly offer tips on how to keep us healthy. Personalized care has a big impact!
5 Multitasking self-care. As a mom, self-care is a daily struggle, but women are masterful multitaskers! Make an appointment at DryBar Fort Worth. They’ll bring you a cup of coffee, let you catch up on email and blow out your hair for you with the best-smelling products on the market — all at the same time.
Lauren Wessinger @laurenwessinger
mind at night, make a mental list of 10 things you’re grateful for. This pulls your mind away from incessant thinking and allows everything to settle inside, welcoming sleep.
2 Take a moment to breathe. Before replying to an email or beginning a meeting, take three deep breaths. Encourage an exhale that’s twice as long as the inhale. This breathing pattern gives your nervous system the signal that all is well and quiets reactivity.
3 Slow down. Do you ever find yourself rushing around the office like something is chasing you? We often create a false sense of urgency simply by the speed with which we move through the day. Slow your pace and arrive to your next destination more present and clear-minded.
4 Schedule tech-free time. While our brains continually adapt to the use of technology, we also need a break. Schedule an hour a day where the phone and computer are off. Rest your eyes on nature or sky instead. Your brain will thank you.
Lauren Selking @gabbingginger GabbingGinger.com
1 Think you’ve had enough to drink? Drink more. Drink water! I try to drink at least half of my body weight in ounces a day. I have an 18-ounce YETI cup that I try to fill up at 6 a.m., 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. It is best to drink throughout the day, so this helps me pace myself and ensure I get the hydration I need.
2 Don’t be afraid to try something new. New classes and fitness routines can help keep you motivated. I love switching between yoga, running, barre, weight training and cycling! Check out the classes your gym has to offer and don’t be afraid to try something that peaks your interest; you won’t know if you love it if you don’t try it! If you aren’t sure what something is, you can always Google and find video examples about what a class might entail.
3 Busyness is never an excuse. If you are busy and need workouts on the go, my favorite training apps are FitOn and Vi Trainer. These apps allow you to work out from home. FitOn allows you to pick classes on demand and Vi Trainer helps improve your fitness by training you based off how you set your goals!
1 Good sleep = a great day. When rested, we’re more resilient. To calm an overactive
5 Commit to a meditation practice. A major finding in modern neuroscience is that the architecture of our brains can change. What we think about grows stronger, for better or worse. Develop a formal mindfulness practice to help foster a more-healthy relationship with your mind.
4 Never underestimate the importance of the doc. Always stay on top of your regular doctor’s appointments; dentist, dermatologist and yearly physical exams are so important!
5 It’s okay to cheat … every now and then. Eat to fuel your body but treat yourself every once in a while too!
A European Road Trip Across Texas
You don’t have to cross the Atlantic to get a taste of the Old World.
BY KYLE WHITECOTTON
The richness of Texas’ European influence is confirmed by the state’s long list of towns named for European cities. There are tiny towns like Edinburgh, Moscow and Newcastle. There are closeto-home towns like Athens and Dublin. And there are even a few long-forgotten ghost towns like the old Swedish settlement of Stockholm in South Texas and the once-thriving river port town of Belgrade. But there’s more to these little towns than just their European names and a photo opportunity beside that sign that reads something like “Welcome to London.”
A journey through Texas’ Europeannamed towns is really a lesson in the state’s lesser-known history. Take, for example, the town of Geneva. Here, in the oldest continuously occupied town in East Texas, Antonio Gil Ibarvo sheltered refugees at his ranch, El Lobanillo, when the Spanish forced residents to evacuate in 1773. And founded by Dutch settlers at the end of the 19th century, the town of Nederland (the Dutch name for the Netherlands) is packed with historical sites like the Dutch Windmill Museum and the La Maison Acadienne.
Such a journey also offers an afternoon
of charming festivals and one-of-a-kind attractions. In the rolling hills of Northeastern Texas, the little town of Naples kicks off the popular Naples Watermelon Festival every July with a parade, a lively street dance and a PRCA rodeo. A few miles west, a 65-foot Eiffel Tower crowned with a cowboy hat can only mean you’re in Paris, Texas. Visitors here can see the Lamar County Historical Museum, near the restored Union Station Railroad Depot, and tour the High Victorian Italianatestyle Sam Bell Maxey House. And then there is the agricultural community of London, out in the Hill Country, where
one of the oldest dance halls in the state resides. For nearly a century, Saturday nights at the London Dance Hall have featured legendary musicians and good ol’ fashioned fun.
Meanwhile, many of these Europeannamed towns offer little more than a leisurely stroll through historic downtown squares and a much-needed slice of smalltown life that bears little resemblance to its European namesake. The town of Italy is a small North Texas cotton town that calls itself the “Biggest Little Town in Texas,” while south of Houston, the town of Liverpool barely tops 500 residents. Still, visitors to Italy can escape the hustle and bustle of the Metroplex, and Liverpool tourists can see the nearby museums and wineries before checking in at the quaint Cottages at Windsong Hollow Ranch.
Texas’ German roots run deep, especial-
ly in the Hill Country. When German immigrants settled the area in the mid1800s, they left a big impression. Visitors to Fredericksburg will enjoy everything from the Marketplatz and Vereins Kirche Museum downtown to the German cuisine at Otto’s Bistro and a Bavarian beer at Altstadt Brewery. And then there is Wurstfest in nearby New Braunfels. This 10-day fall festival celebrates German culture with Alpine and Bavarian-style food, music and entertainment. Year-round, there’s Bavarian-style cooking at Alpine Haus and Lebkuchen cookies at Naegelin’s Bakery — the oldest bakery in Texas.
The Central Texas town of Holland, dubbed “The Friendly Community,” is home of the Holland Corn Festival. Take part in the corn-eating contest, the corn seed-spitting contest, the chicken flying contest, the horseshoe tournament and the corn cob throw. But don’t miss the crowning of the Corn Fest Queen. In 1876, not far from Holland, a group of Swedish immigrants established the New Sweden Evangelical Lutheran Church in the town of New Sweden. Today the 104-foot,
copper spire of what’s become the most photographed church in Texas can be seen for miles as it towers over vast stretches of Texas farmland. And it’s no surprise that the Central Texas town of Florence is home to great wine. Visit the 600-acre Vineyard at Florence for one of the town’s biggest wine festivals like the Boutique Wine Festival or the United Estates of Texas Wine Festival.
Closer to home, the Piney Woods town of Athens is known as the “Official Home of the Hamburger” and was once the world’s largest producer of black-eyed peas. Come during the Uncle Fletch Davis Hamburger Festival, sip a peatini (a martini that replaces olives with marinated black-eyed peas) and catch some Texas music at the Old Fiddlers Reunion. And once home to the Dublin Dr. Pepper Bottling Company, Dublin, Texas, is now the home of Dublin Bottling Works. Located in the state’s oldest soda bottling plant, this tiny bottling plant still serves a wide selection of sodas made with pure cane sugar. So, while Texas certainly maintains a rich history of European influence that helps make it great, these small towns with notable names are still just as Texan as the rest. Leave your passports at home and set out on a European road trip across the Lone Star State. You’re sure to see some very special places along the way.
New Sweden Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Sweden
Dublin Bottling Works in DublinA windmill in Nederland’s Tex Ritter Park
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The Fort Worth Doctor Who’s Sounding the Alarm
With anti-vaccination sentiment on the rise in Tarrant County, Dr. Jason V. Terk is pumping the brakes on what could result in a potential epidemic.
BY SHILO URBAN | PHOTOS BY OLAF GROWALD
A study published by
the
Public Library of Science recently deemed Fort Worth
a national hotspot, where outbreaks of disease are likely to happen because of the city’s large number of unvaccinated children.
“We’re ringing the warning bell right now. Serious outbreaks of disease are likely to happen. People are going to get sick, and some people are going to die.”
Dr. Jason V. Terk is on a mission to change that. “We’re seeing outbreaks of diseases that are scary,” warns Terk, a pediatrician and distinguished consultant with Cook Children’s Physician Network. “People like me who are keeping an eye on public health — we’re ringing the warning bell right now. Serious outbreaks of disease are likely to happen. People are going to get sick, and some people are going to die. And that’s a preventable tragedy.”
Bad things are already happening. A measles outbreak in the Pacific Northwest this year has sickened 68 people and counting, the vast majority of which have been unvaccinated children. Measles hit closer to home in 2018 with an outbreak in Ellis County that affected six. It’s a worrisome trend. In 2000, measles was considered eradicated from the U.S. — but that was before the rise of the anti-vaxxer movement, social media and fake news. Today, measles cases have increased by more than 30 percent worldwide since 2016.
“This is a dangerous disease, and people die from it,” continues Terk. “It is the most contagious thing that we would ever deal with. People are worried about Ebola being contagious? This is much more contagious than Ebola.” Unlike cold and flu viruses, which spread on respiratory droplets, measles is a true airborne contagion. If someone with the disease enters a room, the air becomes filled with measles virus particles — and it can stay that way for up to two hours. Anyone who enters the space during that time who has not received the measles vaccine has a 90 percent chance of getting sick. “It is exceptionally contagious,” he says, “It spreads very, very quickly.”
Terk’s passion for vaccine advocacy infuses every word that he speaks. The pediatrician began his practice around the same time that Dr. Andrew Wakefield published the infamous study that fraudulently linked immunization and autism with falsified data. The study has since been retracted and debunked numerous times. Wakefield lost his license after a tribunal found proof of 36 counts of dishonesty and the abuse of developmentally delayed children.
“It was really the beginning of the resurgence of anti-vaccine sentiment in this country,” Terk says. “I began to get a sense that vaccines were something that we couldn’t necessarily assume people were going to accept and understood also that we needed some advocacy to support what vaccines do for our patients, as well as society at large.”
Terk is very active in Austin on vaccine issues and makes regular trips to speak with legislators. He serves on the Texas Medical Association (TMA) Council on Legislation and on the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Federal Government Affairs. He also works with TMA’s Be Wise – Immunize program and is the former president of the Texas Pediatric Society.
“Second only to modern sanitation, [vaccines] are the most important public health achievement that we’ve had happen in the last 100 years.”
“Vaccines are incredibly important,” he affirms. “Second only to modern sanitation, they are the most important public health achievement that we’ve had happen in the last 100 years. They’ve saved so many lives and prevented so many serious illnesses from happening. If you don’t have people standing up and advocating for vaccines, then more preventable illnesses and deaths occur. So, that’s why I decided to become a vaccine advocate.”
Long before Terk picked up the flag for vaccines, he took an interest in medicine while helping out with emergencies at his father’s veterinary office. Later, at Jesuit College Preparatory School, the teenager was assigned to Parkland Hospital to complete the requirement for 100 hours of community service. “That’s where I felt that pull toward wanting to do human medicine and take care of people. I felt like it was something that I could focus my idealism into. From that point going forward, I was pretty much set on becoming a physician.”
Terk’s path became clear during his pediatrics rotation in medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. “I really connected with kids in that rotation, and I realized that taking care of children was what I wanted to do.” He completed his residency at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Minnesota and began practicing in Keller at Cook Children’s Pediatrics. The doctor has maintained his idealism and passion throughout his 23-year career. “I’m really blessed that every day I go to work, I get to do something that I love to do and that I know is meaningful not only to me, but to the people that I’m working with.” Patients that were newborns when he launched his practice two decades ago are now beginning to graduate from it. “I’ve been able to witness them literally from birth to becoming an adult, and to have had a small part in that is really a privilege.”
And the babies keep coming. Terk’s practice welcomes two to five newborns every week. “It keeps me busy,” he says. He
also stays busy with his own family, which includes his wife of 24 years and two boys. His youngest is a junior at Keller High School, and his oldest is at Auburn University. Being a parent has enhanced his role as a pediatrician immensely.
“One of the challenges [of being a pediatrician] is understanding that depending on the age and developmental stage of your patient, you’re going to have to approach that individual in a certain way that may be completely different from another child. You have to understand who your patient is and how to engage them in a way that me, the parent and the child get the most out of the visit.” From infants and toddlers to tweens and teens, Terk must adapt his communication style to fit different age groups throughout the day. “I think if you’ve been a parent, you understand that how you interface with your child is going to evolve over time. I do that every day, depending on which door I’m walking into at the office.”
Being a pediatrician has also helped Terk in his role as a father, but he still struggles with many of the same challenges that all parents face. “I might have a pretty good amount of medical knowledge and understanding about child development and parenting, but it doesn’t mean that I don’t have my own challenges as a parent … I like to joke to my parents in my practice that I probably have more power in their homes than my own,” he laughs. “My wife reserves the right to listen to me or not.”
For his adolescent patients, Terk is leading the charge to improve the adoption of a new vaccine that was introduced in 2006. It’s a vaccine for an incurable viral infection that causes six different types of cancer — but only 33 percent of Texas teens are getting it.
Spread by kissing and sexual activity, human papillomavirus (HPV) is extremely common. Four out of five people will be infected at some point during their lifetime. Many will never show symptoms or realize that they have HPV. While most infections
go away on their own within two years, some will mutate into cancers: cervical, vulvar, vaginal, anal, penile and oropharyngeal (middle throat) cancer. Cervical cancer kills 300,000 women per year worldwide, including more than 4,000 in the U.S. — and HPV is found in about 99 percent of cervical cancers, according to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition.
HPV’s dramatic association with cervical cancer has positioned it as a concern for women’s health. But the rates of oropharyngeal cancer in men have risen more than 300 percent in recent decades, and it’s now the most common HPV-related cancer.
“We are seeing an epidemic of cancers related to HPV infection, particularly males in their 30s and 40s,” Terk says. “We’ve not seen the worst of it yet.”
While Tarrant County’s low immunization rates for childhood diseases like measles are headline news, the area’s HPV vaccination rates are far lower. The vaccine works best when it’s given to patients at age 11 or 12, before any kind of sexual activity occurs — even kissing. But most parents prefer to believe that their child will not touch anyone sexually until the night of their wedding, and HPV is seen as a sexually transmitted infection (STI).
“It’s a mistake to think of HPV infection in the context of other STIs like syphilis and gonorrhea and chlamydia, which in the baseball analogy of sex, you have to hit a triple or a home run to get,” Terk explains. “But first and second bases are covered with HPV. So, if you can imagine your child
“If you can imagine your child having some sort of making-out activity before they get married — which is much likely — then they’re at risk for getting HPV infection. You cannot prevent it by virtue of your own good choices when 80 percent of our kids will become infected with the types of HPV that can cause cancer.”
Now, Texas is one of 18 states that let parents disregard the legal requirement for seven childhood vaccinations, including measles. Almost 60,000 public school students across Texas have opted out — and that number does not include private schools or home schools.
having some sort of making-out activity before they get married — which is much likely — then they’re at risk for getting HPV infection. You cannot prevent it by virtue of your own good choices when 80 percent of our kids will become infected with the types of HPV that can cause cancer.”
Pediatricians themselves bear some of the responsibility for low HPV vaccination rates. It’s a stealthy virus that causes cancers 20 to 30 years after infection, long after pediatric patients have aged out. Pediatricians don’t take care of the consequences of HPV, so they have no personal experience with the diseases that the vaccine would prevent. Moreover, talking about HPV with young patients and their parents
certainly done that at Cook Children’s.”
Terk has led the way. He spearheaded a quality improvement initiative in 2017 aimed at greater provision of the HPV vaccine across Cook Children’s 27 primary care practices. Since then, they’ve seen significant progress, so much so that their recent HPV vaccination data was flagged by the state because it was so high. “They couldn’t believe how well we were doing,” Terk says.
“The bottom line for me is that I never want a patient of mine to get sick now, or later as an adult, from something we could have or should have prevented. That is the reason I decided to work on HPV vaccination. It’s my worst nightmare as a pediatrician to imagine a former patient of mine developing a cancer that should have been prevented with the HPV vaccine. I really want to do everything that I can to give my patients what they need so they can be healthy and safe and well adults.”
is just … awkward.
“Some physicians who see adolescents may find it difficult to have frank conversations about sex. We like having positive relationships with the parents of our patients, and many in the past have avoided difficult conversations, perceiving that a parent may be hesitant about the HPV vaccine. So, it’s been a little bit of an uphill battle,” Terk says. “More research has come out that underscores how important an affirmative and unequivocal recommendation is for providing HPV vaccination. More physicians have come to understand that and have adjusted their approach so that more tweens and teens can get this important cancer-preventing vaccine. We’ve
Vaccines engender healthy adults. But more and more parents are choosing not to immunize their children across the country and especially in Texas. State law was changed in 2003 to allow for personalbelief exemptions, which are also known as nonmedical exemptions or conscientious exemptions. Now, Texas is one of 18 states that let parents disregard the legal requirement for seven childhood vaccinations, including measles. Almost 60,000 public school students across Texas have opted out — and that number does not include private schools or home schools.
Fort Worth is one of the biggest offenders. It was singled out as one of the top 15 cities in America with the largest number of nonmedical exemptors in a 2018 study
“If people decide that they’re going to do something that increases risk for the rest of us, then that’s not right. It’s not an imaginary risk. It’s a real one.”
by PLOS Medicine. Plano, Austin and Houston also made the cut. In Tarrant County, 1.45 percent of students had conscientious exemptions in the 20172018 school year, a rate that has almost doubled in the past six years.
“We have our own unique culture here in Tarrant County,” observes Terk. “This is where the West begins, and it’s a fairly conservative area with a large population. We may have a larger number of people around here who object to mandates to vaccinate than in other places. When those like-minded people who may be less likely to vaccinate create communities within neighborhoods, schools and churches, then outbreaks of diseases like measles become more likely. Birds of a feather flock together.”
In 1900, before the widespread adoption of vaccines, 16 out of every 100 children in America died from disease before the age of 5. It’s a shocking statistic, but facts aren’t
enough to persuade groups like Texans for Vaccine Choice. Based in Terk’s hometown of Keller, the anti-vaxx organization isn’t just fighting for the freedom to skip childhood vaccines — but also to keep other parents from knowing that they did. The group opposes legislation like the Parents’ Right to Know bill, an effort to provide campus-level data about the percentage of exemptors at every school.
“Parents of children who are immunecompromised or who have cancer need to know this information. Not because they want to ‘out’ people, but because they need to understand the risks and make informed choices for their children,” clarifies Terk. Children with compromised immune systems or cancer cannot be given vaccines. Neither can any infant less than 12 months old. Both groups are at far greater risk from fatal complications from diseases like measles. “The individual choice that someone might make when it comes to vaccines doesn’t have just individual consequences — it has consequences for all of us. If people decide that they’re going to do something that increases risk for the rest of us, then that’s not right,” Terk implores. “It’s not an imaginary risk. It’s a real one.”
Personal-belief exemptions by definition rely on personal beliefs. All the scientific data in the world has no effect on beliefbased objections to vaccines, which by their nature resist revision by factual evidence. That’s why experts like Terk are learning to connect with anti-vaxxer parents not with more data, but by considering each person’s unique moral foundation.
Morality is often seen in black or white, right or wrong. But morality takes on distinct nuances in different cultures. For example, Americans tend to value individualism highly while many Asian cultures place greater worth on community cohesion. The Moral Foundations Theory attempts to account for this variance. First proposed by social psychologists Johnathan Haidt and Jesse Graham, the theory was popularized in Haidt’s 2012 bestseller, The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion.
The theory proposes that morality is based on six foundations: Care, Fairness, Loyalty, Authority, Sanctity and Liberty. Depending on which cultural group you
But the emotions behind those belief-based objections are very different.
belong to, each moral foundation will carry a different weight for you. The authors’ research showed striking evidence of this difference in America’s three main political ideologies: libertarians, liberals and conservatives.
It’s pretty obvious that for libertarians, Liberty is by far the most important foundation. For liberals, Care and Fairness are dominant. Conservatives are equally sensitive to all six moral principles, which gives the impression (to liberals) that they don’t place enough value on Care and Fairness.
“If you have someone with a libertarianoriented worldview, then talking to them about the benefit of vaccinating themselves and their kid to protect the rest of society is not going to work,” Terk explains. Instead, you must appeal to their sense of freedom: “Don’t allow disease to infringe upon the liberty of living your life in a healthy way.”
Care-focused parents may respond to calls for compassion for disease victims’ suffering, while Loyalty-focused parents react better when urged to protect their community and their country.
“This is about understanding where your patient is coming from or where your parent is coming from,” adds Terk. “My job as a pediatrician is to make sure that my patient is properly protected from diseases that can kill or disable them. So, if I can appeal to someone in a way that resonates with them, then that makes me more effective in performing my mission as a pediatrician as I partner with the parent to guide the child into healthy adulthood.”
Terk is hopeful that parents will make the right choices when it comes to vaccines — but he is not resting for a moment on his mission to keep kids healthy. “We’re all in this together, even if we’d like to think that we are islands unto ourselves,” he says. “When it comes to vaccines, we need to take care of ourselves. In doing that, we’ll take care of the rest of us, too.
“Remember the sound of the bell that I am ringing right now.”
Meanwhile, conservatives see liberals as excessively concerned with Care and Fairness to the exclusion of equally important ideas like Loyalty and Liberty.
With differing moral foundations, each side perceives the other not only as having bad opinions — but of being morally wrong. That’s why it’s surprising that liberals and conservatives espouse anti-vaccine beliefs at similar rates. According to a 2015 study by the Pew Research Center, 10 percent of conservatives and 12 percent of liberals believe that childhood vaccines are unsafe.
“We’re all in this together, even if we’d like to think that we are islands unto ourselves. When it comes to vaccines, we need to take care of ourselves. In doing that, we’ll take care of the rest of us, too.”
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Second Chances
Medical City
Fort Worth has the shortest wait time for a kidney transplant in the nation — a 5.3-month wait on average, compared to an average of 61.8 months nationally.
So, what is it doing right?
BY COURTNEY DABNEY
WWith a list of potential complications that require the use of a scroll bar, and the general unnerving idea of replacing a failing organ with one from a donor, electing to undergo a transplant happens when all other potential avenues have been explored. When it comes to kidney transplants, many patients have been on dialysis, which replaces the normal function of kidneys and requires three, four-hour sessions per week for at least a short time — some for years. The lack of kidney function
leads to sodium retention — which causes swelling of the lower extremities — muscle cramps and a severe lack of energy.
Dr. Karamat Choudhry, once a doctor who saved lives on the operating table, experienced many of these symptoms. He is a retired cardiothoracic surgeon who worked with Medical City Fort Worth since the day it first opened in 1976 and served as the second chief of staff at the hospital. But even before going through years upon years of schooling to become a physician, Choudhry lived and dealt with the symptoms of a long-standing kidney deficiency. It began in his childhood in Kashmir, India, when he developed a kidney stone. He recalls being in constant pain with it, as his family traveled to Pakistan as refugees before ultimately making their way to America. “Treatment was just not avail-
able,” he says. By the time he could get any medical attention for the stone, the damage was already done. It had destroyed one of his kidneys.
His kidney disease began 30 years ago. “But, my doctors were able to control it until about four years ago when it got bad. I began dialysis treatments in 2017, and it stabilized me,” Choudhry says. “I was still very active, walking a mile a day, playing golf twice a week, playing the piano and playing with my grandchildren. But, I was getting foggy headed before
Dr. Sridhar Allam with a patient
dialysis stabilized my potassium levels and my blood pressure.”
His first choice of hospital to undergo his transplant procedure was the one where he spent a large portion of his life working, Medical City Fort Worth — and for good reason. Medical City has a lot of impressive numbers to share, but Dr. Sridhar Allam, the medical director of Medical City Fort Worth Transplant Institute, never takes the credit for himself. He is most proud of the passionate and dedicated team they have assembled. “We built a solid team, and it’s a multidisciplinary team,” Allam says.
“We are one of only three hospitals in Fort Worth performing kidney transplants,” Allam says. His practice saw patients in need who were enduring long wait times to receive a transplant, and “we thought we could do better,” he says.
“We partnered with Medical City in 2012 and began with two transplants that year. We had one surgeon and three physicians at the time,” Allam says. “In 2018 we performed 105 transplants, and our staff has grown to two surgeons, four transplant nephrologists and a full team of staff that coordinates every step for our patients from pre- to post-transplant.”
Medical City Fort Worth now performs the highest number of kidney transplants in Fort Worth, and the combined kidney transplant volume between both Medical City Fort Worth and Medical City Dallas is the highest in the Metroplex. They performed more than 230 kidney transplants in 2018 combined.
It’s hard to believe that organ transplantation itself is still less than 70 years old. The site of the first organ transplant was performed just outside of Chicago at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park, Illinois. It was a kidney transplanted to Ruth Tucker on June 17, 1950. Tucker, who was in end-stage kidney failure prior to the experimental surgery, went on to live another five years.
What’s even more amazing — Ruth Tucker survived without any anti-infection drugs or tissue typing, and the hospital’s
When people express their wishes [to donate organs] in advance, it makes the decision to donate easier for family memebers.
website recounts: “That morning, a healthy kidney became available from a woman who had died of cirrhosis of the liver. Not the most ideal patient, but the best we could find,” said Dr. Lawler, the surgeon who directed the transplant, in an interview after the surgery.
A lot has changed since then, and the science has improved dramatically in recent years.
Kidney transplantation is a long process that involves a full team of very specialized doctors and coordinators. The journey begins with evaluating the patient. “It’s very personalized care,” Allam says. “We can identify the individual needs of each patient, which allows us to anticipate problems before they occur.”
Matching the right kidney to the right patient is the first step to a successful transplant. “Our motto is, ‘Every kidney is transplantable until proven otherwise, and, likewise, every patient is transplantable until proven otherwise,’” Allam says. “Individualization is what sets us apart from other programs.”
There are over 800,000 registered organ donors in the state of Texas. When people express their wishes in advance, it makes the decision to donate easier for family members. It’s comforting to know that organ donation was the expressed desire of their loved one.
“Each kidney that comes our way is accessed to see if it might be right for anyone on our list. But, someone who is lower down our waitlist might actually be a better match, so we have to evaluate that carefully,” Allam says.
More than a matter of first come, first served, the kidneys are evaluated for each
patient on the list. This is one of the reasons Medical City Fort Worth can boast that 61 percent of patients on its waitlist receive a kidney within the first year.
Follow-up care for kidney transplant patients is intensive. The biggest risk with any transplant is organ rejection.
“When you get a kidney transplant, your body knows that the new kidney is foreign (that is, not originally part of your body),” according to the National Kidney Foundation’s website. “Your body will attack the new kidney and try to damage or destroy it. The immunosuppressant drugs suppress your body’s ability to do this. The goal is to adjust these drugs to prevent rejection and to minimize any side effects of the drugs.”
Advancements have increased the ability for doctors to, more precisely, adjust these medications for each individual patient. “Immunosuppressant (anti-rejection) medications have improved drastically over the past 15 to 20 years with less side effects,” Allam says.
Medical City Fort Worth Transplant Institute is at the top of the nation in survival rates and outcomes. Of the 276 kidney transplant programs in the country, only six programs received the highest rating — better than expected outcomes — and Medical City earned that elite ranking.
The first successful living-donor kidney transplant occurred in June of 1965 in Boston. Ronald Herrick donated one of his kidneys to his dying twin brother, Richard, who lived another eight years after the surgery. Their surgeon, Joseph Murray, won a Nobel Prize for the breakthrough.
Medical City Fort Worth has made a push to increase living kidney donations.
“When we first began seven years ago, living donors made up only 10 percent — that has now doubled. About 20 percent of all transplants we perform are from living donors.” And, there is good reason for that.
With a living donor, transplant patients can bypass the waitlist. This factor alone could be a lifesaving benefit. It also allows patients and their donors to schedule their transplant surgery more conveniently.
With a kidney transplant from a deceased donor, the success rate is between 94 to 95 percent, with a life expectancy average of nine years. But, with a living donor, that success rate hits 97 to 98 percent with an increased life expectancy of 14 to 15 years. So, living donors are an option patients should explore.
Most healthy people can live with only one kidney. Allam says it is all about the evaluation process to be sure it’s a good fit. “We have streamlined the process for our donors. We understand that they all have
work and families, so we try to accommodate our evaluation to fit into their busy schedules,” he says.
When a transplant recipient applies to the waiting list at Medical City, they are counseled on the option of finding a living donor. “Most patients need to be educated about it, and this alleviates the fear factor or feeling guilty about asking a loved one to go through surgery,” Allam says. Most donors miss about two weeks of work and are released to go home after one night in the hospital.
Dr. Allam is excited by a new piece of legislation — The Living Donor Act of 2019 — that was introduced in Congress this February. The act would make donation more affordable for living donors who are willing to miss two weeks of work in order to save someone else’s life. “This would benefit living donors who are functioning with families but who currently do not qualify for family medical leave as donors,” Allam says.
The legislation would also make it illegal for insurance providers to deny coverage to or raise premiums on these donors who choose to live with only one kidney. “If this becomes law, it would remove those disincentives and would encourage donation,” he says.
Left: Dr. Karamat Choudhry. Right: Choudhry’s kidney walk team, Pappy’s Pals.
The prefix to his name isn’t the only thing that makes Dr. Choudhry a nontraditional patient. Choudhry is also 80 years old — with transplants for patients above the age of 75 being deemed uncommon by University of Wisconsin School of Medicine. According to a 2009 article published by Seminars in Nephrology, less than 6 percent of patients who were placed on the deceased donor waiting list were 65 years or older. This despite the fact that over 38 percent of those suffering from end-stage renal failure fall within this age bracket.
Following his medical degree from King Edward Medical University in Lahore, Pakistan, Choudhry has called Fort Worth home since 1972. “I have a unique experience, having served on the board of directors and on the quality assurance committee of Medical City Fort Worth,” Choudhry says. “I am quite familiar with what kind of care a patient needs.”
While he hoped to undergo his transplant procedure at Medical City’s Kidney Transplant Institute, unfortunately, they were out of network with his insurance. He applied, instead, at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in June of 2017. After waiting a few months, he got on the waiting list at UT Southwestern in Dallas, as well. Then, Dr. Choudhry’s
Medical
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insurance began accepting Medical City, and he transferred his wait time there in September 2018.
Four months later, on Jan. 21, he got the call that a kidney was available, and after a pre-surgical dialysis treatment, his surgery took place the following day. “At my age, if I were in Europe or somewhere like that, I suppose, they would have just told me to go home and die.”
Like an episode of “Undercover Boss,” Choudhry had a keen eye on the care he and other patients received while in the hospital. “When I called for assistance, someone was there immediately. I had a very positive experience as a patient,” he says.
After six nights in the hospital, Choudhry was released, and this interview took place just a few weeks later — appearing spry, loquacious and fortunate.
“Preservation of the kidney prior to transplant is the key,” Choudhry says. “There have been spectacular improvements in kidney transplantation. For example, my kidney was maintained on a cold perfusion pump for 29 hours while it was being transported to Medical City for my transplant. That was unheard of a few years ago.”
“I believe this transplant team is more aggressive and creative than most,” he says.
This aggression pays off, as patients and doctors must have some crucial ele-
ments fall perfectly into place with every kidney transplant. “You need a good kidney. You need a good surgeon. And, you need a protocol that fits your age, weight and needs specifically.”
“It was the best hospital experience of my life,” he says. “I was impressed with the entire team.”
* All data compiled from the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients
“Our motto is, ‘Every kidney is transplantable until proven otherwise, and, likewise, every patient is transplantable until proven otherwise.’”
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The Cannabis Cure
With bills blazing through the Texas Legislature and advocates shouting its medicinal virtues, when it comes to marijuana legalization, is the Lone Star State on the precipice of turning a new leaf?
BY JOSEPH RICHARDSON
On a Sunday afternoon in Dallas, a strange juxtaposition occurred. Late brunchers, enjoying mimosas and adobe pie at Tacos and Tequila, were sprinkled amongst a sea of advocates listening to charismatic rallying cries. Numerous people, many of whom with notes in hand, stood up to a single microphone and spoke with righteous verbosity about the legalization of marijuana in the state of Texas. The rally was the year’s first National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) membership meeting.
“Who wants marijuana decriminalized in Texas?” cannabis advocate Austin Zamhariri, clad in a “Big Lebowski” T-shirt, asked the board members of the DFW chapter of NORML.
The upstairs bar, full of marijuana advocates, whooped, whistled and applauded.
“Good news. There’s a bill for you,” Zamhariri said. He then asked the sea of people –– many wearing shirts emblazoned with the slogan “Texas Raised, Texas Blazed” –– about medical marijuana, industrial hemp and full legalization. The answer to each was mass approval via applause and cheers.
There are currently more than 15 bills or resolutions before the Texas Senate and House that deal in some way with the growth, cultivation and use of cannabis. While each bill has a long road ahead before ratification, their looming presence has already made its way to Fort Worth.
To name a few, Senator Jose Rodriguez of El Paso has authored two joint resolutions and two bills, including Senate Joint Resolutions 7 and 8 and Senate Bills 90 and 116. These proposals run the gamut of a state’s process to achieve cannabis legalization, including regulating possession, cultivation and sales; the authorization of medical marijuana; and the legalization of hemp growth. And House Bill 63, authored by Representative Joe Moody, would make pos-
session of less than an ounce of marijuana a civil sanction and not a criminal offense.
Moody’s bill would need to create something that doesn’t exist in our present laws. Unlike other states, Texas does not currently have civil sanctions, which carry far lesser penalties that criminal offenses.
“In Texas, everything is a crime, basically,” Moody said. “Even your traffic citations are criminal offenses. So, we have to create a civil sanctioning system that didn’t exist before.”
He introduced a version of his current bill in the 2015 session. It was voted out of committee on a bipartisan vote but not scheduled for a vote on the house floor. In 2017, it was voted out of committee again with even broader bipartisan support and was scheduled for debate on the house floor very late in the session.
“It was one of the hundreds of bills that got caught up in the political blowup that caused a lot of bills to fail at the end of the session,” Moody said.
He argues HB 63 is good public policy and a fiscally sound way of dealing with cannabis possession. The 70,000 yearly arrests made for cannabis possession are an enormous use of county tax dollars, county jail space, courtroom time, prosecutor time and law enforcement time.
“It’s just not worth it,” he said.
This abundance of bills has caused a stir
of excitement among the marijuana advocates. Daniel Mehler, half of the law firm Roper and Mehler –– the “Dopest Lawyers in Town” –– doesn’t share the optimism.
“It’s almost become like a fad amongst the legislators, and everyone wants their own name on it. I think the legislature is dividing its attention,” Mehler said. “Rather than have a bunch of legislators come together and co-sponsor one or two singular proposals, we have all of these bills scattered out to a bunch of committees, trying to get hearings, trying to move forward.”
A lack of dedicated legislator investment in these bills will ultimately hinder them, according to Mehler.
“We have a bunch of legislators who I don’t think actually care about how these bills play out,” he said. “I think they just want to be able to go home to their districts come July and say, ‘Look what I introduced.’”
Moody believes several things have changed since he first brought the bill before congress back in 2015. Most notably, the Republican Party of Texas recently added a plank to their platform showing support for a civil sanction for small amounts of marijuana.
“Along with that, people from all over the political spectrum are beginning to change their minds on this issue,” Moody said, claiming if it were up to Texas voters, legal marijuana would be law today.
A 2018 Pew Research Center survey found 62 percent of Americans favor marijuana legalization — double the 31 percent who favored it in 2000.
And politicians have responded to this changing tide with legislative efforts. Currently, 33 states and Washington, D.C., have comprehensive medical cannabis programs. Only 10 states and Washington, D.C., have legalized small amounts of marijuana according to the National Conference of State Legislators.
Even Texas has a narrow cannabis program. The Compassionate Use Act of 2015 allowed a small number of doctors to prescribe low-THC cannabis to patients with intractable epilepsy. While the legislators work to ratify these cannabis-based bills, cannabidiol (CBD) — a chemical found in the embattled herb — has carved out an interesting place in the health of Fort Worth. Epileptologist Dr. M. Scott Perry, the medical director of neurology at Cook Children’s Medical Center, has studied the effect of cannabidiol on his young epileptic patients.
According to Perry, there are many different types of cannabis plants, and each of those plants has hundreds of different chemicals. The cannabidiol is typically derived from the hemp plant that is high in cannabidiol (CBD) and low in the psychoactive tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). While a believer in some of its positive effects, Perry is also a pragmatist and believes we need to temper our expectations when it comes to cannabis as a potential cure-all.
“The internet will tell us it will do everything. There is no reason for me to have a job anymore because it cures every problem in the world, apparently,” Perry said. “It may help a lot of those things, who knows? There’s no good proof. That’s the problem.”
The studies Perry was involved with were industry-sponsored pharmaceutical trials of Epidiolex, the epilepsy medication made by Greenwich Biosciences. Epidiolex is made under strict standards and has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
“Their plants are clones of each other,
“As far as seizure control, we found the average seizure reduction is somewhere between 40 and 50 percent. That’s not bad, but it’s also not any different from any other seizure drug out there.”
- Epileptologist Dr. M. Scott Perry
so every plant is genetically identical to the other plant. They’re all grown in a very regimented process,” Perry said. “The water’s the same, the temperature is the same, the amount of light they get is the same. The process is very standardized.”
These trials of cannabidiol effectiveness in children begin with a baseline period. Nothing is changed in the patient’s daily life for a month, and they count the seizures each child has in that month. If the child meets the criteria –– typically about four to six seizures in a month and normal blood work –– they are then randomized and given the drug or placebo.
These studies are all double blind, so neither Perry nor the patients know if they’re taking the drugs or the placebo. At the end of each three-month study, they compare the outcomes.
“As far as seizure control, we found the average seizure reduction is somewhere between 40 and 50 percent,” Perry said. “That’s not bad, but it’s also not any different from any other seizure drug out there. Essentially, every seizure drug has about a 50 percent reduction in seizures in 50 percent of people in the studies.”
The number of people who are seizurefree is much smaller. In most of the trials that have 100 to 200 people, only about 2 to 3 percent claim they are seizure-free. The people who reported 75 percent or 95
percent seizure reduction are in the 7 to 15 percent range.
“So, it does work for some people,” Perry said. “It just was not any more spectacular than any other drug. Which we hoped it would have been.”
Perry cautions against solely relying on information from the internet and other anecdotal claims not supported by peerreviewed data.
“The first thing I tell my families to understand is that is very biased information. That’s not to say it’s false information; it’s biased information,” he said.
“People who have something to tell you and tell you how well they’re doing are, in fact, the ones doing well. There are lots and lots of people that have probably used it that aren’t better at all. But there’s no story to share. You don’t see that story.”
On the flip side, the owners and operators of Fort Worth’s burgeoning CBD oil industry claim their customers have reported excellent health results. A former nurse and Fort Worth American Shaman franchise owner, Lora Gollahon, opened her CBD shop near the Ridgmar Mall in April 2018, following two car accidents, which resulted in two major surgeries and screws and plates in her neck.
“I’ve been taking a lot of opioid medication, as well as muscle relaxers, since 2007,” she said. “When I was introduced to
Dr. M. Scott Perry with patient
Trey and Lisa Gardner-Phillips
we did some research, and we really liked the way this company manufactured their products and their high quality. It helped me reduce my pain medications down drastically. I was taking four to five pills a day; I now take one or none per day.”
She also hears of the wonders CBD is doing for her customers.
“We have a lot of family members that come in and purchase a product who have personal testimony regarding seizures, ADD, ADHD, migraines, you name it,” she said. “We’ve got personal testimonies that prove that these products work.”
Thrive Apothecary, tucked into The Foundry District at 212 Carroll St., opened back in October 2018. The shop, specializing in CBD-based products for people and their pets, is the brainchild of boardcertified doctor Lisa Gardner-Phillips and her husband, retired Fort Worth police sergeant Trey Phillips.
Before opening the shop, Gardner-Phillips noticed her patients weren’t benefiting from the prescriptions she wrote for them.
“Your average person isn’t happy,” she said. “They’re going to doctors who are prescribing pills, and it’s the same old thing.”
After discovering a patient of hers was abusing opioids, she stopped writing prescriptions for these traditional medications.
“[With CBD oil,] you’re getting the proven medical therapeutic benefits of cannabis without the psychoactive effects of THC; you don’t have the high, but you have all the medical benefits.”
- Trey Phillips, co-owner of Thrive Apothecary
“And that was it. I am not doing this anymore. There has got to be a better solution,” she said. “This is happening in Fort Worth. Prescriptions are getting written for Vicodin and OxyContin. It’s happening in our backyard.”
The two then discovered CBD oil. Now, Dr. Gardner-Phillips believes everyone — pets included — can benefit from it.
“She stopped writing prescriptions years ago, so when CBD presented itself, we felt like that was a good solution to offer people before committing to a life of prescription pills,” Trey said.
“You’re getting the proven medical therapeutic benefits of cannabis without the psychoactive effects of THC; you don’t have the high, but you have all the medical benefits.”
Whether medical marijuana is mostly hype or honest-to-goodness effective, the cries for legalization have become deafening. Shaun McAlister, the executive director of DFW NORML, believes Texans deserve better than our current system, and a working medical marijuana program is one of their largest priorities.
“Medical marijuana isn’t for me. It’s for my grandmother or someone else who doesn’t know where to go about this, who saw Sanjay Gupta on CNN, and they
want to try marijuana, but they don’t know where to begin,” he said. “We want to make sure that those people have the opportunity to have a conversation with their doctors, and then they can go to a place that is safe.”
Health claims aside, an industry boom is coming, according to Phillips and Gollahan. There may only be a handful of dedicated CBD shops now, but many retail facilities are now selling CBD oil-based products.
“They’ve got CBD oil products at the nature store in the Ridgmar Mall and CBD products are being sold in retail stores all over Fort Worth,” Gollahan said. “I know of some chefs who are incorporating it into some of their products that they cook for their customers at the customer’s request. It’s going to be booming.”
While the unprecedented amount of bills have many people looking to the possibility of a legal cannabis future. The present has yet to catch up.
During his time as a SWAT officer, Trey Phillips ran very dangerous, dynamic entry search warrants for marijuana. Now, he says the culture within the police department is starting to change.
“In Tarrant County, marijuana possession is constantly reduced down to citations or time served,” he said. “There’s certainly not enough room in Tarrant County jails or Texas prisons for possession of marijuana. It’s regulated down to a ticket, and you’re out the door.”
But Sgt. Chris Britt, spokesman for the Fort Worth Police Department, said there was currently no decriminalization of marijuana.
“We don’t make the laws; we just enforce them,” he said. “As they stand in Texas, [marijuana] is still illegal.”
As the law concerning small, usable amounts of marijuana stands, possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana is a misdemeanor that could earn you 180 days in jail and up to $2,000 in fines. For 2 to 4 ounces, the jail time jumps to a year, and the fine could hit $4,000. Any amount from 4 ounces to 5 pounds is a felony ranging from the mandatory minimum sentence of 180 days to 2 years in prison with a fine of $10,000.
According to the Fort Worth police, there were 2,379 marijuana arrests in 2017
and 2,293 arrests in 2018. SB 63 could bring that number down by removing possession of small amounts of marijuana from criminal penalties to civil sanctions.
“Which means it is no longer a crime. It’s still not lawful, but you are not going to be arrested; there is no criminal history, there is no driver’s license suspension or all the other things that come along with that,” Moody said. “All of those just won’t exist anymore for that simple possession.”
The boom of supposedly legal cannabidiol is in a legal gray area itself. To be legal in Texas, any CBD product must contain no more than .3 percent THC. Any more than that and Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney Sharen Wilson will prosecute. In a statement released on Feb. 5, Wilson stated that CBD oil is only legal by a doctor’s prescription to treat epilepsy under the Compassionate Use Act of 2015.
“In May 2017, the Texas commissioner of health added ‘marijuana extract’ to Schedule 1 of the Controlled Substances Act,” the statement says. “This criminalized any possession of an ‘extract’ from a plant of the genus Cannabis and is the basis for the current illegal status of nonprescribed CBD oil.”
In 2018, Congress passed the farm bill that reclassified industrial hemp containing less than .3 percent concentration of THC. But the only way for unprescribed CBD oil to be legal in Texas is for Commissioner of Health John Hellerstedt to remove marijuana extracts from the controlled substances schedule, according to Wilson’s statement.
“The criminal district attorney does not have the authority to change the law. We encourage those with strong opinions about CBD oil to contact Commissioner Hellerstedt’s office or your local legislators to inform them of your views,” the statement says. “Our office filed almost 50,000 criminal cases last year. We have not spent and do not expect to spend significant resources on cases involving CBD oil.”
Wilson’s office declined to clarify this final paragraph of the statement.
Mehler argues this is impacting a lot of unwitting people.
“The biochemistry of cannabis is such that CBD is never produced without THC being produced. They’re produced together
at the same time in nature. You’ll never find them separately in a natural state,” he said. “We’re seeing a whole bunch of inadvertent felonies being committed.”
The CBD shop owners of Fort Worth also took notice of Wilson’s statement.
Gollahon argues Wilson just doesn’t know what the farm bill means.
“Ever since the Tarrant County district attorney made her little speech about wanting to prosecute any and all people taking it, using it and selling it, I mean, she’s just not educated on exactly what the farm bill means,” she said. “A lot more people will utilize this product once they get over the fear that they’re not going to be arrested and prosecuted.”
She went on to say her products contain .03 percent THC, well below the legal limit.
After Wilson’s statement, Trey Phillips of Thrive Apothecary penned an open letter addressed to the Honorable Criminal District Attorneys of Texas, the Honorable Chiefs of Police of Texas and the Honorable Sheriffs of Texas. The letter claims the district attorney’s office has “prematurely and wrongly determined CBD products derived from hemp are illegal in this state,” and argued that the federal farm bill removed hemp and hemp extracts from the purview of controlled substances. The letter also states Texas law has always mirrored federal law, and federal law preempts state law, even should they conflict. Phillips concludes his letter by saying the
district attorney’s office has no basis saying hemp-derived CBD oil is illegal.
“Any further such statements or notices, seizures of product, criminal prosecution of any kind or the filing of a lawsuit attempting to enjoin us from engaging in our lawful business will be regarded as an abuse of process, seen as malicious prosecution, and any defense or counterclaims will be aggressively pursued,” the letter says.
Regardless of the current legal issues and gray areas, Mehler, Moody and Phillips all believe marijuana legalization is inevitable. McAlister argues his organization has never been closer and further from what they are trying to accomplish, and Texas is nowhere near full legalization.
“The worst thing people can do is to think it can happen without their help, without their involvement. And to try to let somebody else handle it for them,” he said. “Those conversations are still really far off, unfortunately. We have some legislation being considered, but they’re very unlikely to happen. It’s a constitutional amendment, and those are laughably tough to pass in the state of Texas.”
Whatever the hurdles facing these bills, Moody doesn’t believe that these issues are going away, nor should they.
“That doesn’t mean that conversation won’t continue. In fact, it needs to continue,” he said. “It needs to get louder and stronger. That’s how you get things done.”
“The criminal district attorney does not have the authority to change the law. We encourage those with strong opinions about CBD oil to contact Commissioner Hellerstedt’s office or your local legislators to inform them of your views.”
- Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney Sharen Wilson
The School of BBQ
When it comes to legit, mouthwateringly delish barbecue, we can all take a lesson from these eight dudes who have the secret sauce.
BY MALCOLM MAYHEW | PHOTOS BY OLAF GROWALD
Clockwise: Brendan Lamb, Dayne Weaver, Derek Allan, Brandon Hurtado, Ernest Morales, Joe Riscky, Chris Magallanes, Trevor Sales
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since Travis and Emma Heim introduced our city to the wonders of fatty brisket, T.
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beef ribs and bacon burnt ends, barbecue in Fort Worth hasn’t been the same. Heim BBQ, the couple’s trailer-turned-brick-and-mortar-turned-local-empire, has changed the way our city eats its ’cue.
The couple’s craft-inspired approach pays homage to the great ’cue joints found in Lockhart and Austin. Naturally, the runaway popularity of Heim’s Central Texas-style cooking techniques and fromscratch recipes has paved the way for others here to follow.
As a result, a new school of barbecue artisans has risen up. You’ll find them at pop-up events — selling their smoky wares outside of breweries and bars — at small restaurants they opened or built themselves, or at larger restaurants paid for by gambling investors. All have contributed, in their own unique ways, to a wildly popular craft barbecue scene.
“Fort Worth’s barbecue scene is on fire right now,” says Trevor Sales, a pitmaster who runs a mobile barbecue business called Brix Barbecue. “I’d say if we’re not on the same level with Austin, we’re definitely getting there.”
What may make our craft-’cue scene different from others is the sense of camaraderie shared by those who are part of it.
“It’s like a brotherhood,” Sales says. “We all know each other and support each other and eat at each other’s places. We share recipes and collaborate. I don’t really think that happens in other cities. Barbecue guys in other cities, seems like they just want to kill each other.”
Introducing Fort Worth’s new school of barbecue craftsmen:
Trevor Sales
Brix BBQ
Age: 27
Hometown: La Porte, Indiana
Like a bad cold or a good stock market tip, word about quality barbecue travels fast in Fort Worth. Mere weeks after Trevor Sales started setting up at area breweries last year, selling beautifully smoked brisket, ribs and handmade sausage, he was running out of food just a few hours after opening.
“We took off real quick,” says Sales, an Indiana native who moved to Texas two years ago. “That’s the power of social media and word-of-mouth, which is so vital in this business.” Soon the managers of Americado, a food hall concept in south Fort Worth, invited him to sell his smoked goods there on weekends. Unfortunately, a month in, Americado abruptly closed. “If
anything, it got my name out there even more,” Sales says. “I was hitting a whole new audience.”
That new audience is now part of the following that trails Sales’ every Instagram post, waiting to find out where he’ll pop up next. He still has a day job as a project manager at a local manufacturing company. But he’s hoping to make barbecue his full-time gig when he converts a 31-foot, 1973 Airstream into a mobile kitchen. That’ll happen this summer, he says. An actual kitchen, will allow him to offer an expanded menu, with items such as chorizo cornbread stuffing.
“You see a lot of people using old Airstreams for things, but they’re usually the smaller ones,” he says. “This thing is huge. It’s like a yacht on wheels.”
Tools of the trade: Sales uses an offset smoker that he and a buddy from work built themselves; his woods of choice are post oak and pecan.
Signature item: Brix’s brisket is tough to beat, but try the beef cheek tacos, made with beef sourced from 44 Farms and topped with chimichurri and chipotle créma.
Where to find him: Sales makes the pop-up rounds regularly, parking at area breweries and clubs, such as Lola’s Saloon and Hop Fusion Ale Works.
Like a lot of the guys in this new-school barbecue crew, Dayne Weaver started tinkering with barbecue in a very simple way — at home, cooking for family and friends and neighbors hypnotized by the smells of smoked meats. In January of last year, Weaver took it a step further, selling barbecue out of his backyard, straight off a smoker. “I called it underground barbecue,” he says. “I heard about some guys doing this in Los Angeles, so I thought I’d give it a try.”
With his fiancé Ashley Hays by his side, making the sides, Weaver became somewhat of a local sensation, attracting ’cue disciples who heard about him via a Dallas Observer story, as well as other local barbecue aficionados, such as Trevor Sales from
Brix Barbecue; the two are now best buds.
The underground barbecue events became too much of a madhouse for Weaver to continue. “I kept running out of food, and they sort of caused a commotion in the neighborhood,” he says.
Last year, he began setting up at local breweries, hosting pop-up events that showed off his expertly smoked brisket from 44 Farms and a handmade sausage — a triple-cheddar pepper link — he and Sales developed. “It’s kinda funny,” Weaver says. “We couldn’t decide who owns it, so we both sell it.”
Weaver’s menu also includes pork belly burnt ends, beef and pork ribs and pulled pork, along with Hays’ sides: bacon-spiked mac and cheese, red potato salad and elote topped with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos dust.
A brick-and-mortar may be in the works. “Some big news will be coming soon,” Weaver says.
Tools of the trade: Like Sales, Weaver uses a mix of post oak and pecan. His offset smoker was built by El Cucaracho Smokers in Saginaw. Says Weaver: “They’re one of the go-to pit builders for the style of barbecue we’re doing.”
Signature item: Bacon brisket — basically pork belly that Weaver preps, rubs and smokes as he does a brisket. Also try the broccoli salad with red and green grapes and toasted almonds. You’ll never hate broccoli again.
Where to find him: Local breweries and popup events.
Weaver uses a mix of post oak wood and pecan for his barbecue.
Brendan Lamb
Smiley’s Craft Barbecue
Age: 30
Hometown: Lubbock
A 1968 Airstream trailer, parked next to a pair of 1,000-gallon propane tanks, serves as the kitchen for pitmaster Brendan Lamb’s barbecue biz, found on the side of Farm Road 156 in the tiny town of Ponder. Dressed in clothes splattered with barbecue sauce, Lamb hardly resembles his former self — a Hollywood mover and shaker who modeled, acted and was once a casting director for Disney.
“The Hollywood stuff wasn’t my passion,” he says. “I did it for seven years. I made a lot of money and met a lot of cool people. But I gotta be where I’m happy.”
That meant Austin, where a family friend had recently opened a hot new barbecue joint called La Barbecue; the place needed some help. He worked there for nearly four years as one of the pitmasters. Wanting to open a place of his own, he headed to Fort Worth, where he slung barbecue in the Stockyards for about a year before heading to Ponder.
There he serves the type of craft-inspired ’cue he knew and did so well in Austin: high-quality brisket, short and fat pork ribs, snappy sausage, turkey and pulled pork. Spring for the $25 Prison Platter to get a little bit of everything, along with a side.
Tools of the trade: Twin decommissioned propane tanks, from 1972, converted into smokers. He uses post oak wood in those beauties.
Signature item: His smoked jalapeño creamed corn, accented with Fritos and parmesan, is worth the drive alone.
Where to find him: 1100 N. Farm-to-Market Road 156, Ponder
Follow: instagram.com/smileysbbq
Brandon Hurtado
Hurtado Barbecue Co.
Age: 31
Hometown: Irving
Arlington’s craft barbecue scene scored some serious points last month when Brandon Hurtado made a permanent home at Division Brewing, where he’d been hosting pop-up events off and on for the past few months. While Fort Worth has plenty of craft-’cue guys, Arlington doesn’t. Hurtado also attended the University of Texas at Arlington and has family in the area. “Just made sense for me to make Arlington my home,” he says. “I’ve got a lot of strong ties to this area.”
Hurtado’s play on Central Texas barbecue is a little different from that of his friends and peers, in that he puts a TexMex spin on it. He does prime brisket and beef ribs, sourced from 44 Farms, but also housemade sausage stuffed with smoked poblano and queso fundido; smoked elote; chorizo sausage; and carnitas. Imaginative sides include coleslaw made with serrano peppers and lime.
“We each have our own little niche,” says Hurtado, who works at a nearby marketing firm. “That’s why I feel like we’re not super
competitive with one another. We’re each doing something a little different.”
Tools of the trade: Offset smoker that burns post oak and pecan.
Signature item: Ridiculously juicy smoked quail, marinated in garlic butter.
Where to find him: Every Saturday at Division Brewing, 506 E. Main St., Arlington
Follow: hurtadobbq.com; instagram.com/ hurtadobbq
Dayne
Hurtado Barbecue Co. has a Tex-Mex spin, with inventive sides like smoked elote.
Chris Magallanes and Ernest Morales
Panther City BBQ
Ages and hometowns: Magallanes, 44, from Plainview; Morales, 37, from Fort Worth
If Heim opened the door for craft ’cue in Fort Worth, Chris Magallanes and Ernest Morales, whom we profiled in these pages last year, held it open for others.
Their popular food truck, parked next to Republic Street Bar (where Heim’s original trailer used to be), helped lay the foundation for the DIY spirit that encompasses many of the new school of ’cue guys. “A lot of these guys are just like us,” Magallanes says. “They get up early, smoke the meat themselves, wait on the customers themselves and clean up the trash themselves. No investors, no employees. It’s not the way for everybody, but it works for us.”
So well, in fact, that the two — who met when Magallanes hired Morales to work on an audio/video project — are in the process of having a permanent structure built where their food trailer sits now. Designing the building is Studio 97W, the architecture firm that also designed or helped design Heim BBQ’s brick-and-mortar, Taco Heads’ Montgomery Street location and Melt Ice Creams. It’ll have indoor/outdoor seating, a full kitchen and a separate smokehouse big enough to accommodate three smokers.
“For us, it’s going to be a game-changer,” Magallanes says. “This is what we’ve been working for, and it’s kinda cool that we can say we did it ourselves.”
Tools of the trade: Offset smoker, with post oak wood.
Signature item: Pork belly poppers and brisket-topped elote are both musts.
The best way to find Joe Riscky’s recently opened brick-and-mortar is to point your GPS in the direction of Wild Acre Brewery. Then walk a few feet to the east, and there you’ll see it, a small shack — once a storage building — big enough to hold three employees and five or six people waiting in line. Snag a spot to eat on a picnic table outside or head to the brewery, which welcomes Riscky’s customers.
Joe is part of the storied Riscky’s Barbecue family, whose veins go back to 1927 when Joe’s great-grandfather — a Polish immigrant also named Joe — opened a food shop on the Northside, the first link in an eventual chain of Riscky’s Barbecue joints. Joe grew up in the restaurant biz, starting at 16 at Riscky’s in Dallas. He got away from it for a while, then came back to it about a decade ago. As was revealed in a recent Texas Monthly story, he split from his
Joe Riscky’s BBQ makes its sides in-house, like the mac and cheese topped with a dollup of brisket.
family and struck out on his own; he uses the family name but his own recipes.
“Keeping the name is sort of a doubleedged sword,” he says. “I want people to know it’s Riscky’s because our name means something to Fort Worth. But at the same time, I want to make a name for myself, on my own.”
He’s doing that by using recipes and rubs he’d kept stashed away for years. “It’s my own style,” he says. “You could call it Central Texas style, but it definitely has a lot of me in it.” His tiny spot serves prime brisket, St. Louis-style pork ribs, pork sausage, turkey and smoked chicken, and housemade sides, such as creamed corn and butter beans; his sons Hayden and Hudson help out.
“I guess you could say I’m carrying on a family tradition,” he says.
Tools of the trade: Wood-burning rotisserie; like most others in this group, he uses post oak wood.
Signature item: Mac and cheese topped with a dollop of chopped brisket.
Where to find him: 1734 E. El Paso St., Fort Worth
Follow: facebook.com/joerisckysbarbeque
Derek Allan
Derek Allan’s Texas BBQ
Age: 35
Hometown: Fort Worth
Derek Allan’s eponymously named barbecue joint is a full-circle realization for the Fort Worth native, who was born less than a mile from where his spot is slated to open this month. Allan made a name for himself as a barbecue savant not in Fort Worth but in Grapevine, where he worked out of a food truck for two years. “I was living in that area at the time and just doing barbecue on weekends,” he says. “It was tough — I went door to door, asking businesses to let me park on their lots. This was a while back
before food trucks were a thing. Finally, a manager of a Best Buy said, ‘OK.’”
After the truck’s popularity took off, the former IT worker and his wife, Brittany, then planned to open a restaurant in Frisco. That fell through at the last minute, he says. “And then I heard about this little place on the south side of Fort Worth, pretty close to Harris Hospital, where I was born. I thought to myself: I get to do what I love in my hometown. God brought me back home.”
Allan and his wife landed the tiny building once home to Paco & John’s. The couple has outfitted the spot with a patio and, out back, a smokehouse that holds Allan’s triplet of smoking pits, which he says he built himself.
While many craft barbecue spots use angus beef from 44 Farms, Allan is going in a different direction, using wagyu beef for his brisket, brisket sausage and beef ribs. “I tried all the different kinds of beef when I was doing the food truck, and I fell in love with wagyu,” he says. “It’s so wellmarbled and buttery. I think it’s the best beef in the world.”
Brittany makes sides such as chipotle mac and cheese and pinto beans dotted with brisket. The couple even developed their own rub that you can purchase in the restaurant, called Dirty Dalmation, and they make their own vanilla for desserts.
“When we say we do it all, we’re not kidding,” Brittany says. “We really do.”
Tools of the trade: A trio of offset vertical smokers, which Allan made by hand, and post oak wood.
Signature item: Allan is especially proud of his wagyu brisket, but pay attention to his wagyu meat loaf, a weekend special that may be added to the permanent menu.
Find Derek Allan’s ‘cue in the former Paco & John’s building in Fort Worth’s south side.
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A Crack at Millions
When everyday Fort Worthian Ray Suppe takes a trip to the Bahamas to try his hand at winning $5.1 million, things get pretty crazy.
BY SEAN CHAFFIN AND BRIAN KENDALL
Atimely car accident is like a welcomed punch to the gut; there’s no such thing. But the timing of a car accident that involved Ray Suppe and his wife, Holly, on a rainy Sunday night seemed particularly bad. The typical achiness and soreness that succeeds car wrecks was, of course, present, but such pain seemed miniscule compared to what Suppe could miss out on: a chance to win millions.
The pair were traveling down Boat Club Road in Fort Worth when a Toyota Corolla hydroplaned, did an illegal U-turn and slammed into their car. “They took us straight to the hospital after my car was totaled,” Suppe recounts. “I had five herniated discs in my back and three in my neck; all the doctors told us we were lucky to be alive.” The ripple effect would have the couple concerned they’d miss their flight the following week to the Bahamas — an all-expenses-paid trip to the Bahamas, where Suppe planned to take part in a $25,000 buy-in poker tournament that could have Suppe going home over $5 million richer.
Suppe, for all intents and purposes, is a pretty normal guy. He’s 49, has three kids, wakes up every morning to go to his day job — he works in sales at a printing and direct mail company — speaks with a slow draw, wears hoodies, and sharpened his poker chops at the nearby WinStar Casino in Thackerville, Oklahoma. He’s not a professional. He’s not among the ranks of Phil Hellmuth or Doyle Brunson, and nor does he wear clothing clad in sponsorships — opting instead for a shirt that features a chinchilla sporting a pair of aviators. Yet, Suppe has something even the pros envy: a perpetual poker face. While many wear sunglasses to hide their expressions for fear they’d inadvertently show their hand, Suppe wears nothing but a constant deadpan expression; an occasional laugh being the only utterance of emotion. While it takes more than a lack of expression to succeed at Texas Hold ’em — strategy helps, too — this is nonetheless a dangerous weapon bestowed upon Suppe.
“My dad taught me to play when I was pretty young,” Suppe says. “So, yeah, I guess you could say I’ve been playing poker since I could remember.”
Now, this seemingly average Joe with a stony guise
“I was really excited. I mean, these were people I’ve only ever seen on TV, and now I’m playing alongside them.”
Ray Suppe
was on the verge of trying his hand at winning millions in the Bahamas, thanks to a mere $86 — the buy-in that resulted in Suppe receiving a coveted PokerStars Platinum Pass that included an invite to the online gambling site’s signature live event at the Atlantis Resort and Casino in Nassau, Bahamas.
PokerStars, with the help of 2003 World Series of Poker champion Chris Moneymaker, began handing out these passes last year. As part of the promotion, Moneymaker toured the country handing out passes to winners of $86-entry, no-limit Hold ’em tournaments — the amount Moneymaker spent in a qualifier that eventual led to his 2003 championship. Winners of these tournaments received $25,000 for the buy-in to the signature event, as well as $5,000 for the trip and accommodations. These Platinum Passes quickly became the Hope Diamond of the amateur poker world, coveted by all.
When the Moneymaker Tour rolled into Suppe’s normal playhouse, the WinStar, in December, Suppe was looking forward to a proverbial home game — with the hope that the WinStar would carry some strange, almost mythical advantage. After all, he won a tournament at the property two weeks earlier to add to his nearly 20 tournaments he’d won there already, so this wasn’t a far-fetched notion. But, alas, it wasn’t easy.
To advance, Suppe had to rely on what he calls his “dummy hand” — a hand that would otherwise appear unplayable to most poker experts, but a player will always ride with, regardless. It’s how Doyle Brunson won the World Series of Poker when he played a 10 and two off suit. “’Cause, when you think about it, the flop could always turn things in your favor no matter what you have in the hole,” Suppe explains. For Suppe, those cards are seven and four, which is exactly what he had in the hole when he knocked off Billy Burford — who had pocket aces — to claim the Platinum Pass.
“[Burford] kept pushing me, and I went ahead and played the hand I was dealt and caught two pair on the flop and knocked him out,” Suppe says. “He got up screaming and throwing a fit; it was definitely a shock.”
Poker is a sport in the sense that it requires strategy, patience, stamina and
luck — all necessary in tennis, soccer and even football. No, lateral quickness and vertical leaps are not prerequisites for card games, but much like the aforementioned sports on network television, winners and losers are determined by the above criteria. How much luck has to do with it can be debated, but even in football, teams can catch breaks based on how the ball rolls. And, like any sport, as luck would have it, the ball didn’t roll in Suppe’s favor after gaining his Platinum Pass.
Just over a month later, the plane fare was booked, the sunscreen packed — and then the wreck. Suppe and his wife remained in pain. “I was requiring epidural [steroid injections] for my back and neck,” Suppe says. He was in no physical condition to hop on a plane, much less play among a field of 1,039 entrants for what could be a milliondollar payday. Despite their pain, the pair collectively took their knocks and boarded their flight for the Bahamas. While the weather was beautiful, the white sand beaches pristine, and PokerStars provided some memorable night life, Suppe hardly left his hotel room except to play poker.
Suppe summed up his time in the Bahamas with three
short and telling statements: “Poker was awesome. Pain was terrible. It was not a vacation.” But focusing on poker was just fine, considering the tournament carried a prize pool of $25.5 million.
On the first day of the tournament, Suppe looked around and noticed he was the only nonprofessional at his table.
“I was really excited,” Suppe says. “I mean, these were people I’ve only ever seen on TV, and now I’m playing alongside them.”
One of the players at his table was Dallas native David Williams, a runner-up at the 2004 World Series of Poker, who also competed in the seventh season of cooking show “MasterChef.” At one point, Williams was down on chips to Suppe, and Williams went all in on ace/king.
Suppe describes his play as “aggressive.” “I like to put the pressure on somebody else instead of allowing pressure to be put on me,” he says. So, he unflinchingly makes big bets and calls big bets. With that in
mind, Suppe, naturally, called Williams with an ace/10. To put this in perspective, while it doesn’t quite register as David and Goliath, it is still a jarring mismatch of amateur against a million-dollar-winning professional.
The turn was a 10, and Suppe sent Williams packing.
The fairy-tale ending would have Suppe making the final table and taking home the top prize after five days of intense poker action. We’d have more stories like the above and wrap the piece up with a hopeful conclusion that dreams do come true. Unfortunately, as the cards flopped and the balls rolled, it wasn’t meant to be.
Suppe went on to make the second day, playing for hours
upon hours while enduring an immense amount of pain. “I was hurting really bad,” he says. “After the 10th hour, everyone was asking me if I was okay. I hadn’t even told anyone about the car wreck.”
Despite not going home with a life-changing chunk of cash and not being able to take full advantage of the consolation prize of being in the Bahamas, Suppe remains far from bitter about the experience. He got to hang out with poker stars Daniel Negreanu and Phil Hellmuth, whom he described as “funny and not intense at all,” despite Hellmuth’s poker-brat reputation, and played well enough to keep a smile on his face.
When asked what his biggest takeaway from this experience was, he broke his poker face, smiled, and said, “Through it all, I found out I can hang with the big dogs and not be scared.”
The Design Dream Team
Our Showcase Home draws a team of 13 nationally known designers who will finish each room in the modern farmhouse under construction in Colleyville’s gated Oakleigh neighborhood.
BY SCOTT NISHIMURA
Our 2019 Fort Worth Magazine Showcase Home, a 5,173-square-foot modern farmhouse under construction in Colleyville, is long on design firepower. Including lead designer and HGTV star Donna Moss, Showcase Home has drawn 13 designers, who will each be responsible for finishing one room and space, choosing everything from colors and textures to accessories and furnishings. As in the magazine’s long-running series of Dream Homes, the home — a five-bedroom, 5 1/2-bath built by John Webb of Heritage Homes and due to be complete this summer — is for sale and will be open for tours for one month. The home is listed at $1.89
Kim Bailey bedroom No. 5 and bath
Kim Bailey Interiors, opened in 2004, is a national, award-winning, full service firm specializing in high-end interiors, including kitchen and bath remodeling. KBI, based in Carrollton, has been
million by Jeannie Anderson of The Jeannie Anderson Group at Keller Williams Realty. Ticket sales to the tours will benefit a Wish with Wings, the magazine’s official charity, which grants wishes for ill and disabled children.
You’ll be able to interact with the home and design team via content on a web-based network called Home Design TV that Moss and Fort Worth television producer and filmmaker Josh Mills are launching. Every design feature inside the home will be included in a booklet available during the tours, and tour-goers will be able to buy what they see. “You can tour it, see it, feel it; everything is for sale,” Moss says. “People really love that.”
THE DESIGNERS AND THEIR SPACES:
awarded Best of Houzz in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 and been recognized as one of Dallas’ Top Ten Design firms since 2015. In 2016, KBI received first runner-up for the prestigious Designer of the Year Award from the Interior Design Society. In 2017, KBI won second runner-up and first runner-up. KBI has been
featured in national publications including Architectural Digest, Kitchen Bath Trends, Kitchen and Bath Design News and The Tile Shop. “We create beautiful and functional spaces that reflect each individual client,” KBI says. “When you open your door, you will find peace and restoration.” Contact: kimbaileyinteriors.com
outdoor living
Trish Beaudet launched her interiors business in Michigan in 2001, quickly building a reputation in residential and commercial design. Beaudet describes her style as “warm modern with a touch of class.” She juxta-
Trish Beaudet
poses opposites: light and dark, soft and textured. “Every room should have an unexpected element and touch of whimsy,” she says. In 2008, Beaudet was chosen from more than 10,000 applicants to appear on HGTV’s “Design Star,” eventually placing third. Beaudet, now based in Florida, has worked with local TV on design segments. Beaudet was a “Designing Angel” for the Suite Dreams Project in 2014 in Michigan, creating several environments with healing elements for a nonprofit that serves low and moderate-income children and families dealing with chronic or terminal illness. Contact: cashmereandvine.com
Ashley Black kitchen and prep kitchen
Ashley Black, through her Staging Studios, specializes in staging homes for sale, “turning average spaces into exceptional stagings,” she says. Black founded the North Texas firm after 15 years in real estate and designing interiors. Black, for years, ran the That’s Haute design boutique, which she co-founded with her mother, Moss, and the two worked together in the family’s real estate and interiors businesses. The two closed the store to work together on their launch of the Home Design TV Network this spring. Black graduated from SMU with a degree in business. “Ashley was immersed into the world of home design and décor at a very young age and has continued to thrive on ever-changing uniqueness of the industry,” her site says. Contact: stagingstudios.com
Elle Cole dining and wine room
Elle Cole launched her Dallas design firm and lifestyle brand in 2013 and has since worked on commercial and residential commissions around the U.S. Cole views the design of interiors as an art form. Though tailored for each client, her interiors share what she calls a “polished elegance that stems from classical elements.” Cole’s work has been featured in Traditional Home, VOGUE.com, Modern Luxury, and House & Home Magazine
Cole is active on several Dallas and national charities and organizations, including Dwell with Dignity, Kappa Tablescapes, Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum, Turtle Creek Association, Park Cities Preservation Society, Dallas Symphony Orchestra League and the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art. Contact: ellecoleinteriors.com
Traci Darden downstairs game room and bath
Traci Darden, owner of Elements of Design — a boutique interiors firm specializing in model home merchandising, renovations and residential design — also designs interiors for Heritage Homes. She received a degree in interior design from Texas State University and has worked for homebuilders since. Her first model home design won a Texas Star Award and a McSAM Award. “She has been producing award-winning designs for homebuilders ever since,” Heritage says. Contact:
elementsofdesignllc.com, yourheritagehomes.com
Dann Foley
downstairs guest bedroom and bath In more than 30 years, Dann Foley has built a design brand that started with creating custom items for clients’ homes. Foley began working on his own with an extra credit project during his senior year at Drexel University in Philadelphia. He’s worked for clients nationally and in Canada, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Based in Palm Springs, California, today, Foley has appeared on shows such as NBC’s “American Dream Builders” and Showtime’s “The Real L Word.” He’s also moved into licensing with the Dann Foley Lifestyle brand — envisioning it to be “high-style with my signature three As of design: accessible, available and affordable.” His lifestyle products have earned the 5 Platinum and Gold ADEX design awards, a Pinnacle Award nomination and an ARTS Award nomination in product design. “It’s not about how much stuff you acquire,” Foley says. “It’s about living with meaning, comfort and authenticity.” Contact: dannfoleylifestyle.com
Melissa Gerstle pool area and courtyard
Melissa Gerstle specializes in outdoor spaces, building her business off of a business degree from the University of Michigan and master’s degree in landscape architecture. Gerstle, today based in Dallas, specializes in what she calls “effortless
outdoor living for families and high-profile executives with fast-paced lives and discriminating taste.” Her designs are inspired by nature, shape and texture and express clients’ vision through integration of materials and forms. “Whether you’d like an outdoor living space for intimate retreats or to serve multiple functions, you’ll find that our gardens nurture your soul and enable families to connect and thrive,” she says. Contact: melissagerstledesign.com
Sherry Hayslip study and pocket office
Sherry Hayslip likes to say her design style blends beauty with surprise and spontaneity. Winner of multiple design awards, Hayslip has worked a range of residential and commercial projects. Her retail boutique, Luxurease, in downtown Dallas, features decorative home accessories, jewelry and objets d’art collected in her travels internationally, as well as one-of-a-kind items from artisans locally and internationally. Hayslip’s clients include sports team owners, celebrities and art dealers. She has designed one-of-a-kind interiors for clients around the world, from Sonoma to Cape Cod, Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean.
Hayslip’s awards include Interior Designer of the Year at the 26th annual ARTS Awards, Subzero Wolf Kitchen Design Awards and over 100 others nationally and internationally. Her work has been featured in Andrew Martin, Elle Décor, Modern Luxury, Luxe Interiors, D Home, Texas Home and Living and Better Homes and Gardens. Hayslip, a registered interior
designer in Texas, graduated from SMU and attended Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design and Parsons School of Design in Italy. Contact: sherryhayslip.com
Kristi Hopper bedroom No. 4 and bath
Kristi Hopper has been creating interior spaces for clients since 2000, mixing, she says, “traditional style with a capricious spirit,” and marrying “livability with unparalleled luxury, creating spaces that are inviting as they are refined.” Based in Coppell, Hopper’s work has won numerous awards, including Designer of the Year finalist at the 30th Annual ARTS Awards in January in Dallas and awards from the Interior Design Society. Contact: kristihopper.com
Donna Moss family room, foyer and porch
Donna Moss, based today in the Arlington area, began building homes with her husband, Paul, around the region in the early 1980s. The couple built their first million-dollar spec home in Mira Vista in the mid1990s, and at the same time, Moss began participating in Kaleidoscope of Homes projects. Moss estimates the couple has built 150 homes, and they also moved into commercial real estate. She began her television design career little more than a decade ago when she became a finalist in the first season of HGTV’s “Design Star” series. The appearance later helped her secure her own series, “Donna Decorates Dallas,” on
HGTV. Moss’ Home Design TV network will produce its own content and team with affiliates in other markets to obtain more content. Contact: donnamossdesigns.com
Danny Russo
outdoor dining
Danny Russo is a Cleveland native who’s been designing interiors since 1998. Currently based in Columbus, Ohio, his work has been featured in the Columbus Museum of Art and Central Ohio Science and Industry Museum, both in Ohio, in numerous publications and the Phillip Jeffries Sourcebook. “Danny is a forward-minded artist who believes wholeheartedly in delivering each and every client a personalized, unique experience that they will always treasure,” his site says. Russo can often be found at charitable events worldwide, donating his time and personality. Contact: dannyrusso.com
drawn to luxurious spaces with lots of textures and warmth, but am extremely happy when those spaces invite you in and make you want to put your feet up. My philosophy is that comfort and beauty go hand in hand, and you should be surrounded by the things you love.”
Staalsen’s awards include Top 15 Decorator in Dallas and Designer of the Year by the Interior Design Society in 2016. Her work has been featured in Traditional Home, Elite Monde and other national and local publications. Contact: ruthiestaalsen.com
LaWanna Wood
2019 Fort Worth Showcase Home Vendors
Builder: Heritage Homes, John Webb
Interior: Donna Moss Designs
Air conditioning and heat: J&S Air
Appliances: The Jarrell Co.
Automation and security: H Customs Audio|Video
Brick material: Metro Brick and Stone Co.
Cabinets (Other than kitchen): Mike Conkle’s Custom Cabinets
Cabinets, kitchen: The Kitchen Source
Countertops material and fabrication: KLZ Stone Supply
Electric labor: C&B Electric
Fire suppression: Haynes Fire Protection
Flooring, wood: Vintage Floors
Foundation materials: Metroplex Concrete Construction
Framing labor: Lone Star
Framing & Construction
Ruthie Staalsen
bedroom No. 3 and bath
Ruthie Staalsen was born and reared in South Africa and has lived all over the world, contributing to her claim to notoriety as a designer who likes to say she uses international elements to create spaces that are “relaxed, collected and global.” Staalsen, today based in Dallas, describes her style as “fresh classic design with an eclectic spin.” She combines antiques with modern pieces. “I love spaces that look collected over time and tell a story about the people that live there. I’m
master bedroom, bath and closet LaWanna Wood has been designing commercial and residential interiors throughout North Texas for over 20 years. “I want to create a space they’ll want stay in, an inviting space with energy and warmth,” she says. “I do a lot of layering, combining things they have with new pieces. I strive to be creative and unusual with my projects.” Wood designs spaces in homes throughout the DFW area and is known for specialty and theme rooms for high-profile clients. She’s the designer that Ebby Halliday, Realtors has used for more than 15 years for its offices. “My company motto is ‘Live your life in style,’” Wood says. “That’s what I wish for all my clients.”
Garage doors: Overhead Garage Doors
Gutters: Loveless Gutters
Hardware and installation: Pierce Hardware
Lighting: Passion Lighting
Lumber: BMC
Master tub: The Jarrell Co.
Paint labor: J&V Painting
Plumbing labor: Pro Serve Plumbing
Pool: Leschber Designs
Roofing (metal) and standing seam: Texas Tile Roofing
Wineroom storage: Vineyard Wine Cellars
Cardiac & Vascular Center of North Texas
Neeraj Badhey, MD
Consultants in Cardiology
Gurpreet (Gary) Baweja, MD
Timothy Hadden, MD
Justin Martin, MD
Orthopedic Specialty Associates
Curtis Bush, MD
John Conway, MD
Sideline Orthopedics and Sports
Sarah Kennedy, DO
Spine Team Texas
Michael Garcia, MD
Neil Patel, MD
Ryan Reeves, MD
David Rothbart, MD
Richard Zhang, MD
Fort Worth Orthopedics
James Bothwell, MD
Steven Singleton, MD
Mark Wylie, MD
Premier Dermatology
Patrick Keehan, DO
Spine Team Texas
Harish Badhey, MD
Heather Blackburn, MD
Amit Darnule, MD
Jennifer Donnelly-Straach, MD
Texas Health Family Care
Todd Cowan, MD
Patrick Conway, DO
Alfred Hulse, DO
Daniel
Texas Hip and Knee Center
Steven Ogden, MD
Robert Schmidt, MD
Wagner, DO
Steven Weeden, MD
DIGESTIVE HEALTH ASSOCIATES OF TEXAS
Digestive Health Associates of Texas is one of the preeminent full–service gastrointestinal specialist groups in Texas.
Dr. David Bass
Dr. David Bass – Gastroenterologist IAOTP Doctor of the Decade 2019-2020
Top Doctors 2019
From allergy to urology and pediatrics to pathology, we asked Tarrant County doctors to nominate their peers for inclusion in our annual Top Doctors list via an online ballot. With over 3,000 votes cast, the magazine staff vetted each physician through the Texas Medical Board and asked a panel of more than two dozen physicians to review our final selections and make recommendations. The result is a list of 478 physicians in 47 specialties whom we deem leaders in their fields.
(BOLDED)
Tarrant County has the highest rate of birth defects among large Texas counties. (Differences may be due to diagnostic resources available, as well as differences in regional practices and data quality.)
SOURCE:
Allergy/ Immunology
Andrew Beaty*
John Fling**
James Haden**
Bob Lanier***
Rene Leon
Robert Rogers**
Alireza Shakouri
Millard Tierce*
Anesthesiology
Kathy Bajaj**
Napoleon Burt
Katherine Hege*
Maulik Parikh
Breast Surgery
Anita Chow*
Amelia Gunter
Joseph Heyne*
Vaishali Kent
Jennifer Snow
Gurpreet Baweja*
Paul Bhella*
Sukesh Burjonroppa*
Sanjayanth
Chamakura
Denzil George D’Souza**
Vassilis Dimas*
Matthew Dzurik*
Scott Evan Ewing**
Matt D. Fay
Tim Hadden**
Randall Hall**
Sandeep Kamath
George Khammar**
Geoffrey Kline
Darren Kumar*
Vinit Lal
Justin Martin*
Deval Mehta*
Arun Padala
Amit Prasad
Alvaro Rios*
Mohanakrishnan
Sathyamoorthy
Steve Simpson*
David Slife**
Balaji Veerappan**
Venkatesan Vidi
Cardio/Thoracic Surgery
James Anderson*
Reza “Ray”
Khalafi**
Jeff Lin***
Michael Nazarian**
Vincent Tam
Richard Vigness***
Colo/Rectal Surgery
Jason Allen*
Michael W. Bryan*
Eduardo Castillo*
Lori Gordon*
Glen Hooker***
Augustine Lee**
Paul Senter***
Cardiology
Farhan Ali
Neeraj Badhey
At Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South, we are here for you and your loved ones. Texas Health Huguley is built on the foundation of caring for our community for over 40 years. Our hospital boasts six stories of beautiful, spacious patient rooms and convenient outpatient services, but it’s our compassionate care that sets us apart.
In the past year, we have celebrated:
» 47 Top Doctors
» Achieving number one in patient experience in our service area
» Texas Health Huguley Surgery Center Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
» Acquiring the Mako™ surgeon-controlled, robotic-arm assisted technology for joint replacement
» Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety
Whether you need 24-hour emergency care, joint pain treatment or women’s health services, we’re dedicated to being our community’s most trusted healthcare partner for life.
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Dermatology
Sanober Amin
Stacy Beaty*
Gabriella Blanco
Thomas Lee Busick*
Fred Ghali**
Catherine Harrell
Boris Ioffe*
Patrick Keehan*
Stephen Maberry**
Diego Marra**
Ryan Pham
Betty Rajan*
Allison Readinger*
Robin Roberts***
Heather Volkman
Stephen Weis Emergency Care
Richard Dixon*
Christopher Houston
Curtis Johnson*
Terence McCarthy*
Mike Bismar*
Balu Chandra
Adil Choudhary**
Virat Dave*
Thomas Dewar
Josh George**
Kumar Gutta**
Chase Herdman*
Jody Houston
Arthi Kumaravel
Thomas Lyles III
Susan Moster
Mark Murray**
James Nackley**
Nandini Nagaraj
Charles Owen
Murali Pathikonda
Danny Rafati
Syed Sadiq
Jessica Shah
Joseph Shelton*
Kamal Syed
Monte Troutman**
Kenneth Yang*
Jay Yepuri*
Endocrinology
Stefanie Addington
Chris Bajaj**
Madhuri Devdhar
Christopher Hudak
Vani Kotha
Darren Lackan**
Kenneth Mair**
Anjanette* Tan
David Wilson***
Gastroenterology
Vinay Antin
David Bass
General Surgery
John Birbari*
Lee Scott Bloemendal**
Antonio Castañeda**
Travis Crudup
Ronny W. Ford
Wesley Marquart*
Sina Matin
Long Nguyen
Jay Patel
Domingo Tan
The Fort Worth ZIP code with the shortest life expectancy in all of Texas (66.7 years).
SOURCE: UT SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
General/Family Practice
Kalan Bobbitt
Daniel Chadwick*
Ramon Cintron
Pat Conway
Todd Cowan*
Michael Dotti
William Drake*
Norma L. Escamilla*
Al Edward Faigin*
Amanda Hall
Alfred Hulse**
Craig Kneten
Shaun Kretzschmar*
Song Lee*
Clark Aaron Meador
Cody Mihills**
James Murphy**
Sarah Ross
Matthew Stine*
Richard Stuntz*
Lily Tran Genetics
Mary Kukolich Geriatrics
Jennifer Arnouville*
Janice Knebl*** Gynecological Oncology
Noelle Cloven*
Kenneth Hancock***
DeEtte Vasques** 76104
OUR PROVIDERS CONTINUE TO TRANSFORM LIVES
Health Care Heroes
Fort Worth Business Press
David Capper, MD TCU and UNTHSC School of Medicine
Top Docs
360 West Magazine
Priya Bui, DO Pediatrics
Toyya Goodrich, DO Pediatrics
Lesca Hadley, MD Geriatrics
Janice Knebl, DO Geriatrics
Alvin Mathé, DO Geriatrics/Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Monte Troutman, DO Gastroenterology
Super Docs
Texas Monthly Magazine
John Fling, MD Allergy/Immunology
Long Hoang, DO Gastroenterology
Janice Knebl, DO Geriatrics
Alvin Mathé, DO Geriatrics/Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Mary Ellen Quiceno, MD Neurology
Sarah Ross, DO Geriatrics
A. Scott Winter, MD Geriatric Psychiatry
Top Docs
Fort Worth Magazine
Priya Bui, DO Pediatrics
John Fling, MD Allergy/Immunology
Toyya Goodrich, DO
Pediatrics
Raheela Hafeez, MD
Pediatrics
Nusrath Habiba, MD
Pediatrics
Geoffrey Kline, MD Cardiology
Janice Knebl, DO Geriatrics
Sarah Matches, DO Pediatrics
Alvin Mathé, DO Geriatrics/Hospice & Palliative Medicine
John D. Orr, DO Neurology
Sarah Ross, DO Geriatrics
Monte Troutman, DO Gastroenterology
Stephen Weis, DO Dermatology
Schedule an appointment with one of our health care providers by calling 817.735.DOCS unthsc.edu/patient-care
PRACTICING WHAT WE TEACH
Breast Oncology Surgery
Dr. Anita Chow
Dr. Joseph Heyne
Cardiology
Dr. Mo Sathyamoorthy
Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Scott Ewing
Colon & Rectal Surgery
Dr. Jason Allen
Dr Eduardo Castillo
Dr. Lori Gordon
Dr. Glen Hooker
Dr. Paul Senter
Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. Yadranko Ducic
Dr. Jesse Smith
General Surgery
Dr. John Birbari, Jr.
Dr. Lee Scott Bloemendal
Dr. Travis Crudup
Dr. Domingo Tan
Gynecology
Dr. Larry Tatum
We’re changing healthcare to what it ought to be.
From a “sick-care” system to one that’s purpose-built for keeping people healthy.
We
Internal Medicine
Dr. Charles Carlton
Dr. Norman Davenport
Dr. Jason Ledbetter
Dr. Craig Lee Dearden
Dr. Amber Lesley
Nephrology
Dr. Carlos Bahrami
Neurotology
Dr. Ricardo Cristobal
Ophthalmology
Dr. Mark Alford
Dr. Matthew Hammons
Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Stephen Brotherton
Dr. Donald Dolce
Dr. Joseph Milne
Dr. Torrance Walker
Orthopaedic Surgery, Spine Surgery
Dr. James Brezina, Jr.
Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand Surgery
Dr. Nathan Lesley
Dr. Ryan Reardon
Dr. Eric Wroten
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Cynthia English
Dr. Jamie Erwin
Dr. Martha Guerra
Dr. Beatrice Kutzler
Dr. Elisabeth Wagner
Dr. Robert Zwernemann
Otolaryngology
Dr. John Fewins, Jr
Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery
Dr. Sean Callahan
Dr. John Bradley McIntyre
Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, Cont’d.
Dr. Todd Samuelson
Dr. Andrew Vories
Dr. Jeremy Watkins
Pain Management
Dr. Christopher Pratt
Dr. Thomas Ratino
Rheumatology
Dr. Rajni Kalagate
Sports Medicine/ Orthopedics
Dr. Steven Meyers
Gynecology
Obstetrics
Linda Bernstein
Laura Bradford***
Chandra Chellappan
Russell Edwards
Cynthia English**
Jamie Walker Erwin
Noushin Firouzbakht*
Martha Guerra*
Pattyann Hardt*
Beatrice Kutzler***
Heather Neville**
Manisha Parikh*
Cynthia Robbins**
Larry Tatum***
Elisabeth Wagner*
Ruth Wiley*
Robert Zwernemann
Bryan Youree**
Hematology
Kathleen Crowley***
Lance Mandell***
Shadan Mansoor**
Mary Skiba**
Heptatology
Stevan A. Gonzalez
Internal Medicine
Olutoyin Abitoye*
Basil Bernstein*
Theresa Brown*
Charles A. Carlton**
Darren Clark
Norman Alan Davenport**
Craig Dearden***
Sumeesh Dhawan
J. Kevin Eldridge**
Roger S. Eppstein***
Donald Frusher*
Teresa Godbey**
Sreevani Gudiseva*
Stephanie Hiraki*
Allan Kelly*
Andy Le*
Quang Le*
Jason Ledbetter*
Amber Lesley*
Beth Mewis**
Muhammed Mughal*
Gregory Phillips**
Elaine Phuah*
Hetal Rana*
Morvarid Rezaie*
Sakthiraj Subramanian*
Ngoc Tran*
Infectious Diseases
Daniel Barbaro***
Nikhil Kiran
Bhayani*
Mark Hupert
Cheryl McDonald
Priya Subramanian
Suzanne Whitworth***
The number of people age 65-plus with Alzheimer’s disease in Tarrant County and Texas is projected to increase by 44 percent by 2025.
Radhika Vayani*
Basanti Vrushab*
Angelo Vu*
F I GHT CAN CER
WITH AWARD-WINNING PHYSICIANS.
Cristi Lynn Aitelli, D.O. • Vikas Aurora, M.D. • Jerry L. Barker Jr., M.D.
David N. Barrera, D.O. • Noelle Gillette Cloven, M.D. • Asad Dean, M.D. • Ajay K. Dubey, M.D.
Kenneth Hancock, M.D. • Sanjay Philip Oommen, M.D. • Mrugesh P. Patel, M.D. • Chi Pham, M.D.
Stephen L. Richey, M.D., MPH, FACP • Kathleen L. Shide, M.D. • Jennifer Snow, D.O.
When you’re treated at Texas Oncology, you can be sure you’re getting leading-edge cancer care. In fact, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine recently recognized our expertise by presenting 14 of our physicians with the prestigious “Top Doctors” award. These physicians are part of our knowledge base of cancer specialists. That means at every Texas Oncology location you have access to a network of award-winning experts. For more information on Texas Oncology or to find a location near you, please call 1-888-864-4226 or visit us at www.TexasOncology.com/FortWorth.
Maternal Fetal Medicine/ Perinatology
April Bleich*
Joe Fitzwater*
Tracy Papa**
Neonatology
Russell Lawrence*
Terri Weinman**
Nephrology
Oladapo Afolabi*
Carlos Bahrami*
Ira Epstein**
Prasad Kannaeganti*
Shane Kennedy*
Rubina Khan*
David Martin*
Geethanjali Ramamurthy*
Daniel Richey*
Dar Shah*
Sandeep Shori*
Sandeep Singh*
Abdul Hafeez*
1 out of 3 Tarrant County adults have
been diagnosed with high blood pressure.
SOURCE: TARRANT COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH
Neurology
Susan Blue**
Yamini Chennu*
Charlece Hughes**
Sheri Hull*
Thomas Leavens***
Warren Marks*
Vinit Mehrotra*
John David Orr*
Neurosurgery
George Cravens
David Donahue**
Thomas Ellis***
Atif Haque*
Anthony Lee*
David Rothbart*
Abdolreza Siadati*
Oral and Maxiofacial Surgery
Fayette Williams* Orthopedic Surgery
Gurpreet Bajaj*
Bret D. Beavers*
Oncology
Cristi Lynn Aitelli*
Vikas Aurora*
David N. Barrera*
Nicole Bartosh*
Asad Dean**
Prasanthi Ganesa**
Timothy McCavit*
Mary Milam***
Sanjay Oommen*
Ray Page**
Alberto Parra*
Mrugesh Patel*
Chi Pham*
Vinaya Potluri**
Bibas Reddy**
Stephen Richey*
Henry Xiong**
Robyn Young**
Ophthalmology
Joan Abernethy*
Mark Alford**
Richard Chu*
Prashanthi Giridhar*
Matthew Hammons**
Jerry Hu**
Aaleya Koreishi*
David Nethery*
Hiren Parekh*
Ann Ranelle**
Brian Ranelle***
T. Bradley Benedict*
Michael H. Boothby*
James M. Bothwell*
Michael R Briseño*
Stephen Brotherton**
James Burnett*
Curtis Bush*
Ajai Cadambi***
John Conway**
Theodore Crofford**
Thad James Dean*
Douglas Dickson*
Donald Dolce
Kerry M. Donegan *
Von L. Evans Jr.*
Kristen E. Fleager*
Nathan Lesley*
Keith Louden*
Jeffrey McGowen*
Joseph Milne*
Bryan Ming
Jeffrey Moffett*
Gregory Todd Moore
Ryan Mulligan
Arvind Nana*
Tim Niacaris*
Steven Ogden**
Di Parks
Pat Peters**
Ted Peters**
James Pollifrone*
Ryan Reardon*
Mayme Florence
Richie-Gillespie*
Top Docs - Orthopedic Surgeon
AOA Orthopedic Specialists has been providing orthopedic care to the Dallas and Fort Worth area for over 20 years and is one of the largest orthopedic practices in Texas. AOA has 9 convenient offices to serve you in Arlington, Mansfield, Irving, Odessa, Midlothian, Fort Worth, Dallas, Joshua, and Cleburne. We specialize in sports medicine, orthopedic surgery, spine, joint replacement and reconstruction, and the care of bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves in adults and children. Additional services include physical medicine and rehabilitation, as well as state-of-the-art imaging and diagnostics services.
Let us help you live life to the fullest today
Leading an active life can be good for both your health and your well being. But orthopedic injuries can happen in a variety of ways, from a sudden injury to ongoing wear and tear on your body, and the result may be anything from a minor inconvenience to major surgery. No matter what’s slowing you down, our expert team of doctors, therapists and pain specialists have the advanced technology and techniques to help you quickly and safely embrace the activities you love once again.
Dr. James Pollifrone
Dr. James W. Burnett
We treat the HEARTS of Texas
No matter what your heart needs. We are here for you.
At HeartCare Specialists our team of cardiology experts are committed to offering exceptional, evidence-based and personalized care. From prevention and advanced screenings to heart defects, heart failure and arrhythmias, our physicians can diagnose and treat a wide range of cardiovascular conditions and illnesses.
Visit HeartCarePhysicians.com to make an online appointment or call 817.953.8450 and start taking control of your heart health.
8479 Davis Boulevard, Suite 300 North Richland Hills, TX 76182
The Inaugural Celebration at Sundown event was such a special evening thanks to you! We laughed, cried and celebrated while being entertained by Four Day Weekend and hearing moving stories from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital patient families. Your support of this event helps us ensure that no family ever receives a bill for treatment, travel, food, or housing
— and that is something to celebrate! Fort Worth, we cannot thank you enough for your support! When St. Jude opened its doors in 1962, the childhood cancer survival rate was 20% and today it is over 80%. We will not stop until no child dies from cancer! Thank you and we will see you next year!
The percentage of Fort Worth adults who reported they consumed fruits and vegetables less than five times a day.
SOURCE: TARRANT COUNTY
Hugo Sanchez*
Robert Schmidt***
Steve Singleton*
Eric Stehly*
John Thomas
Daniel Wagner*
Russell Wagner**
Torrance Walker
Brian Webb*
Steven Weeden**
Nathan Williams*
Christopher Wong
Bobby Wroten*
Eric Wroten*
Otolaryngology
Mary Ashmead
Sean M. Callahan
Ricardo Cristobal*
Yadro Ducic***
John L. Fewins**
Michelle Marcincuk**
John Bradley
McIntyre*
Timothy Ragsdale
Jordan Rihani
Natalie Roberge*
Todd Samuelson**
Jesse Smith*
Andrew Vories
Jeremy Watkins** Pain
Management
Harish Badhey
Amit T. Darnule*
Alfredo Marti
Kent Mitchell
Chris Pratt*
Thomas Ratino
Richard Zhang
Palliative Care
Al Mathe** Pediatric Cardiology
Lisa Roten* Pediatric Ophthalmology
Michael Hunt*
Alan Norman
Eric Packwood
Pediatrics
Diane Arnaout
Priya Bui
Michael Deitchman
Toyya Goodrich
Nusrath Habiba
Raheela Hafeez
Eriel Hayes
Mark Jones
Suzanne Kelley
Ramon Kinloch
Kathryn Mandal
Devona Martin
Sarah Matches
Frank McGehee Jr.
Bradley Mercer
Julee Morrow
Ray Rhodes
Audrey Rogers
Tom Rogers, Jr.
Jenica Rose-Stine
Jason Terk
Ben Worsley
Kevin Wylie
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center has been setting the gold standard as Mansfield’s preferred healthcare home. Over the years, we have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to quality, safety, innovations, and excellence.
We’re proud to share some of the ways that Methodist Mansfield has been recognized — both locally and nationally:
• Chest Pain Center accreditation from The Joint Commission
• Best Medical Facility, Emergency Department, and Maternity Ward*
• Breast Center of Excellence by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers
• Level III Advanced Trauma Facility by the Texas Department of State Health Services.
But we’re most proud to continue to improve and save lives in our communities. After all, it’s why so many trust Methodist.
Texas Digestive Disease Consultants is the largest gastroenterology group in the U.S. with over 160 exceptionally trained boardcertified physicians committed to providing high quality patient care.
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Texas law prohibits hospitals from practicing medicine. The physicians on the Methodist Health System medical staff are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Methodist Health System, or any of its affiliated hospitals. Methodist Health System complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
Top row: Josh George MD, Joseph Shelton MD, Kenneth Yang MD, Kamal Syed MD, Virat Dave MD Bottom row: Susan Moster DO, Kumar Gutta MD, Syed Sadiq MD, Arthi Kumaravel MD Not Pictured: Murali Pathikonda, MD, Sharad Nangia, MD
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Robert G. Anderson
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Jonathan Heistein
Emily Kirby
Kelly Kunkel
Jon Kurkjian
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Emily McLaughlin
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Larry Reaves
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Podiatry
Michael W. Downey
Alan Garrett**
Greg Jaryga*
Adriana Karpati
Lena Levine
Travis Motley**
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Nanette Allison*
Helene Alphonso
Debra Atkisson*
Joseph Burkett*
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Brian Dixon
Marija Djokovic*
Elma Granado*
Sarah Hardy*
Jennifer Heath**
Jamie Huff
Cheryl Hurd*
Ashley Johnson*
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An estimated percentage of Tarrant County adults who are overweight or obese.
Fenom Women’s Care is not just a practice in medicine, it is a practice in female humanity. We combine the finest general obstetrics and gynecology with care that extends beyond check-ups and physical wellness. Our all-female physician team offers real woman-to-woman insight in order to create a true continuum of health throughout the lives of our patients. all women deserve phenomenal care
UGM Ladies Luncheon
The annual Ladies Luncheon benefiting the clients at Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County was held on Feb. 26. This year Dru Hammer — business woman, activist and founder of her own ministry, The Hammered Heart Foundation — was speaker.
MOW Casino Night
Meals On Wheels of Tarrant County held its annual Casino Night March 2. The newlyrenovated Worthington Renaissance Hotel was transformed into a fabulous Fort Worth casino, reminiscent of the glorious, bygone era that brought us the legendary Rat Pack.
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Accent on You Cosmetic Surgery Center and Medical Spa
Y. Anthony Nakamura, M.D., P.A.
Raja Mohan, M.D., P.A.
SPECIALTY: Plastic Surgery. Dr. Nakamura and Accent on You introduce Dr. Raja Mohan to DFW. We have a cosmetic surgery center, fully accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF), and a medical spa. Our advanced facility is currently undergoing renovations or what we call a “facelift” as Dr. Mohan brings extensive experience in facial aesthetics and breast reconstruction to the practice. EDUCATION: Mohan – B.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology; M.D., University of Miami Miller School of Medicine; Integrated Plastic Surgery residency, Johns Hopkins/University of Maryland; Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute. Nakamura — B.A., UT Austin; M.D., UTMB, Galveston; Intern resident and general surgery, LSU School of Medicine, Charity Hospital New Orleans; Plastic Surgery resident, UTMB, Galveston. TRAINING: Dr. Mohan spent time
in prominent journals such as Nature and Neuron. He worked with many prominent surgeons in Miami and was an integral part of Project Medishare, at the combined Johns Hopkins/University of Maryland program is considered one of the most competitive and renowned programs. Dr. Mohan had the opportunity to work at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
most extensive face transplants. FELLOWSHIP: He developed his experience in facial aesthetic surgery by completing fellowship training at Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute. He trained under world-famous surgeons where he exclusively focused on aesthetic surgery. He also developed more knowledge of injectables and noninvasive treatments. He served as a lab instructor at the Dallas Rhinoplasty Symposium. Dr. Mohan further expands NEW PROCEDURES ADDED: Rhinoplasty, Facelift, Blepharoplasty, Plastic Surgery for Men, Body Contouring after Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss, Breast Reconstruction. CURRENT COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER SERVICES: Breast Enlargement, Breast Lift, Tummy Tuck and Liposuction. MEDI SPA SERVICES: Laser Hair Removal, Restylane/Juvederm, Sculptra, Voluma, Radiesse, Botox/Dysport, Medical Grade Facials/Peels, IPL Photorejuvenation, Microdermabrasion/Microdermapeel, Micropen, and Cool Sculpting. CONTACT INFORMATION:
Acclaim Bone & Joint Institute at Ben Hogan
SPECIALTY: We are award-winning specialists caring for all yourspecialties including Adult Reconstruction/Total Joint Replacement,struction. TRAINING:
AWARDS:sicians and specialists are recognized by their peers as the best in
chez, Wagner, Webb, Wroten, and Wimmer. AFFILIATIONS:
INNOVATIONS:
(EMGs), concussion testing and management; and on-site access to durable medical equipment such as splints and braces. PATIENT CARE: We accept all major insurance plans and Workers’ Compensation. ADVICE:
comprehensive care of all musculoskeletal problems in a caring environment while utilizing modern surgical techniques and technologies. When possible, our team starts with a non-surgical approach and non-invasive treatments and offers surgery when needed.
PICTURED: (standing, left to right) Travis Motley, D.P.M.; Michael Wimmer, M.D.; Hugo Sanchez, M.D., Ph.D.; Dong Nguyen, D.P.M.;
William Pientka, M.D.; Lena Levine, D.P.M.; Alan Garrett, D.P.M.; Bryan Ming, M.D.; Di Lin Parks, M.D.; Brian Webb, M.D.; Brady Rhodes, D.P.M.; Eric Barcak, D.O.; Arvind Nana, M.D.; Travis Rhodes, D.O. NOT PICTURED: Russell Wagner, M.D.; Bobby Wroten, M.D.
SPECIALTY: Nephrology. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: For more than 45 years, Dallas Nephrology Associates, including DNA Fort Worth Kidney Centers, has been providing expert care and evaluation of kidney disorders to patients and referring physicians throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Area. INNOVATIONS: Extensive patient educational programs; outpatient pre-/post-transplant care facilities; clinical research department; outpatient interventional vascular facilities. BEDSIDE MANNER: Comprehensive care for patients throughout their kidney disease process. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Bista – IM, Jahurul Islam Medical College, Bangladesh; Fellowship, Nephrology/ Nephrology Transplant/Hypertension, University of Minnesota, Min-
neapolis; Certifications - IM, Nephrology. DiNubila – B.S., Biology, Christian Brothers University, Memphis; BSN, Texas Christian University; MS-Acute Care Adult Nurse Practitioner, University of Texas at Arlington. Fischbach – IM, Creighton University, Omaha; Fellowship, Nephrology/Nephrology Transplant, Vanderbilt Medical Center,
Pancreas Transplantation, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas. Koganti – IM, Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India; Fellowship,ogy. McLemore – B.S. Physician Assistant’s Studies, University of
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Fort Worth Heart, P.A.
SPECIALTY: Diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: All physicians are graduates of cardiology fellowship training programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Board of Internal Medicine in cardiovascular diseases. Other subspecialties include nuclear cardiology, electrophysiology, echocardiography, vascular medicine and interventional cardiology. AWARDS/HONORS: Fort Worth Heart members have distinguished themselves through academic achievements, performing clinical research and organizing educational conferences on cardiovascular diseases. They have held leadership positions in the Fort Worth medical community, such as chief and secretary of the cardiology division at local hospitals. Members have also served on the board of trustees of Fort Worth hospitals and regional healthcare systems and in communit y-oriented leadership positions such as president of the American Heart Association of Tarrant County. MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: All the physicians are fellows of the American College of Cardiology or are eligible for fellowship, members of the Texas Medical Association and Tarrant County Medical Association. Other memberships include the Society of Coronary Angiography and Intervention and Heart Rhythm Society. HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Texas Health Resources Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital; Baylor All Saints Medical Center; Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation; Texas Health Huguley Hospital; Texas Health Resources Harris Methodist Southwest
Hospital; Texas Health Harris Methodist Azle; Texas Health Specialty; Heart & Vascular Center of Fort Worth; Texas Health Resources Heart & Vascular Hospital, Arlington; Lake Granbury Medical Center; Kindred Southwest Hospital; Medical City Fort Worth Hospital. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Serving the Fort Worth community and surrounding area with comprehensive and compassionate cardiovascular care since 1951. INNOVATIONS: Full range of imaging services including PET scan, vascular ultrasound, SPECT scan, echoangiography and intervention. PICTURED: Louis Cristol, M.D.; Denzil D’Souza, M.D.; Alvaro Rios, M.D.; John V. Jayachandran, M.D.; L. Frank Liao, M.D.; Vijay Kalaria, M.D.; George James, M.D.; Deval Mehta, M.D.;
Sukesh Burjonroppa, M.D.; Steve Simpson, M.D.; Amit Prasad, M.D.; Syed Nayyar Shah, M.D.; Arun Padala, M.D.; Sanjay Bhargava, M.D.
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Huguley Medical Associates
SPECIALTY: Huguley Medical Associates has one objective: to build healthier communities. To accomplish this, we’ve assembled a team of 18 physicians focusing on primary care, OB-GYN, pediatrics, gastroenterology, general surgery and rheumatology. PATIENT CARE: Our patients receive excellent medical care, delivered with respect and compassion in convenient locations. Many of our physicians are located on the Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South campus, where we are reaching new heights in health care. Also, we operate primary care clinics in Alvarado, Burleson, Crowley, Grandview
INNOVATIONS: Huguley Medical Associates partners with physicians to maximize patient care and practice success.
PICTURED: Congratulations to our Top Docs! (left to right) Daniel Chadwick, M.D., family practice, 817.568. 2023; Chandra Chellappan, M.D., OB/GYN, 817.551.9339; Sonia Bajaj, M.D., rheumatology, 817.293.9631; Ronny Ford, M.D., general surgery, 817.293.5547; Rosy Rajbhandary, rheumatology, 817.551.3812; and Wesley Marquart, M.D., general surgery, 817.293.5547.
SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology – adult eye care including but not limited to treatment for cataracts, glaucoma, diabetes and dry as cosmetic eyelid surgery. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: WHAT SETS THEM APART: for cataract procedures. INNOVATIONS:
Multifocal and the Toric lens using the latest techniques with Femtosecond laser, which give many patients a wide range of vision for near or far distances with less dependency on glasses or contacts. FREE ADVICE: Everyone needs to have regular eye health exams. Oftentimes, permanent vision loss can be easily prevented with early diagnosis and treatment of conditions before any symptoms are present. PICTURED: C. Amy Hong, M.D.; Alfred Humphrey, M.D.; Martin L. Faber, O.D.; Ronald Barke, M.D.
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Texas Eye and Laser Center
Texas Eye Surgery Center
Brian D. Ranelle, D.O.; Jerry G. Hu, M.D.
WHAT SETS THEM APART: Texas Eye and Laser Center has been a mainstay in Tarrant County for more than 40 years. They performed
AREAS OF SPECIALITY: Texas Eye and Laser Center
EDUCATION:
fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery, Jules Stein Eye Institute, INNOVATIONS:
Texas Eye and Laser Center is nationally recognized as a principal inves-
® and ReStor®
Hu are pioneers of various diagnostic and surgical devices including -
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PICTURED: (left to right) Keith
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Advanced Eyelid Surgery and Laser Center
Mayli Davis, M.D.
SPECIALTY: Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery. EDUCATION: Undergraduate, University of Kansas; M.D., University of Kansas; Ophthalmology Residency, Mayo Clinic; Ophthalmic Plastic Fellowship, UT Southwestern. AWARDS/HONORS: “Top Docs” 2005–2007, 2009, 2012, 2014 and 2018, Fort Worth Magazine. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Medical Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, Texas Medical Association. AFFILIATIONS: Plaza Day Surgery Center, Medical City Fort Worth, Calloway Creek Surgery Center. INNOVATIONS:
help you look your best. In addition to our specialty, eyelid and brow Dr. Davis further enhances your personalized treatment plan with laser treatments and Thermage.
CONTACT INFORMATION: drmaylidavis.com
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Allergy and Asthma Clinic of Fort Worth
James Haden, M.D., P.A.
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Anderson Plastic Surgery & MedSpa Robert G. Anderson, MD
EST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS:INNOVATIONS:UNIQUE PATIENT CARE:FREE ADVICE:
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Arlington Eye Physician
Hiren R. Parekh, M.D.
SPECIALTY: The focus of our practice is cataract surgery, diabetic eye care, glaucoma and eyelid disorders. Using sophisticated diagnostic equipment, we are able to detect and treat diseases early. We provide advanced surgical techniques and premier lens implant options for cataand glaucoma. EDUCATION: B.A., University of California, Berkeley; M.D., Medical College of Wisconsin; Internship, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Milwaukee; Residency in Ophthalmology, Kresge Eye Institute, Wayne
AWARDS/HONORS: Fort Worth Magazine Top Doc, 2016-2019; 360 West Top Doctor, 2017-2019; Patient Choice Award, 2012, 2015; Compassionate Doctor Recognition, 2012-2013; On-Time Doctor Award, 2014-2015. HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Texas Health Arlington Memo-
rial Hospital; Medical City Arlington. INNOVATIONS: We have participated
new multiple sclerosis drug. We are excited to relocate to our new state-ofthe-art facility in south Arlington. This is a convenient location for Arlington, BEDSIDE MANNER: We always -
tive. Above all, compassion and kindness coupled with our advanced surgical skills provide for a great healing environment for our patients.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
817.275.1900
SPECIALTIES: Basil Bernstein, M.D. – Family Practice; Linda Bernstein, M.D. – OB/Gyn FACOG; Crystal Trahan, CNM. EDUCATION: Basil – M.D., The University of Cape Town; Residency, Tygerberg Hospital. Linda – B.A., Biology and Spanish, minor in Sociology, TCU; M.D., St. George’s University School of Medicine; Residency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York. Crystal – B.S.N., UT Arlington; MSN and Midwifery degrees, Frontier University. AFFILIATIONS: Basil – Plaza Medical Center; Linda – Texas Health Harris Southwest; Crystal – Texas Health Harris Southwest. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Basil - Having been in family practice for over 40 years, his greatest satisfaction continues to be spending each and every day impacting the health of his patients. Linda – Founding a practice on the principle of empowering women of all ages throughout their healthcare journey. INNOVATIONS: Basil –Utilizing patient’s DNA information to customize medications
to patient’s specific needs. Linda – Utilizing minimally invasive office procedures. Crystal – full-service Midwifery. FREE ADVICE: Basil
important asset. Linda believes her patients should take time to engage in conversation with their physician to address their questions and concerns regarding their healthcare needs. PICTURED: Basil Bernstein, M.D.; Linda Bernstein, M.D.; Crystal Trahan, CNM.
SPECIALTY: Dermatology. EDUCATION: Texas A&M, Summa Cum Laude; M.D., U.T. Southwestern Medical Center; Internship, Baylor University Medical Center for Internal Medicine; Residency, U.T. Southwestern Medical Center. AWARDS/HONORS: Texas Monthly Super Doctor; Fort Worth Magazine Top Doc; Healthcare Hero; Medical Honor Society-AOA; Chief Resident in Dermatology. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: Past president, Dallas Dermatological Society; American Society of Dermatological Surgery; Texas Dermatology Society; American Academy of Dermatology. AFFILIATION: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Grapevine; Methodist Southlake Hospital. GREATEST ACHIEVEMENTS: Started Southlake Dermatology in 1999 and mother of two sons. HOPES FOR THE FUTURE OF MEDICINE: Keep government and insurance companies out of medical decisionmaking. One thing I’d change about medicine: Patients would have
incentives to make healthy choices and consequences if they don’t. INNOVATIONS: Emsculpt is a new technology that improves muscle tone and decreases fat in four treatments. One abdominal session is equal to 20,000 situps. BEDSIDE MANNER: dermatological care in a service-oriented practice. CHARITABLE WORK: Grace Community Medical Clinic, Gatehouse, and supporting OUTSIDE THE OFFICE: I watch or play sports with my sons and am active at Gateway church. FREE ADVICE: Wear sunscreen on a daily basis.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
southlakedermatology.com
Carson Hearing Care
Robin Carson, Au.D.
SPECIALTY: Audiologist. EDUCATION: Master’s degree, Speech and Hearing Sciences; doctorate degree in Audiology. AWARDS/HONORS: Great Woman of Texas award; Top Docs, previous years. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Starting a private practice and
our team and creating, leading and inspiring my team to always look for opportunities to continuously improve our process, the experience for our patients and themselves. INNOVATIONS: We are always looking for new innovative products that will improve the quality of our patients’ lives.
separated me from the competition. I can work with any product I believe in, and we try everything! We have exceptional solutions for our hearing-
hearing protection to prevent loss. PATIENT CARE: We care so muchstanding helps me to put myself in my patients’ shoes. It’s also allowed me to try all products on myself before I make a recommendation to a patient.
to educate and inform. PICTURED: Melinda Bronstad; Dr. Erich Gessling; Dr. Robin Carson; and Aimee Plummer, Audiology Technician.
SPECIALTY: OB-GYN. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Doctor of Medicine from Texas A&M University; Residency completed at John AWARDS/ HONORS: Mom-Approved Physician of DFWChild Magazine 2014-18. MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: American Medical Association; HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: GREATEST
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: OB-GYN Department Chair 201316. INNOVATIONS: laparoscopy. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: me, as a woman, mommy and wife. I share a lot of my experiences
FREE ADVICE: If there is one activity to add to your daily routine, I
PICTURED: Chandra Chellappan.
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Adil M. Choudhary, M.D., F.A.C.P.,
EDUCATION: Residency, Internal Medicine, New York University-VABellevue Hospital Center; Fellowship, Gastroenterology, Yale University, Tulane Medical Center, Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, Conn.; Board
HONORS: America’s Top Physician 2007 – Consumer Research Council of America; Fort Worth Magazine Top -
from American College of Gastroenterology, 1997, 1999; Awards of Excellence, 2005, 2007; Physician Recognition Awards; Honorary mention in several Who’s Who publications; served as member on important committees addressing gastrointestinal health care issues in the American College of Gastroenterology and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy; one of the Select Group of Fellows of American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy; several papers and abstracts published in national and international journals; several presentations at national and
international meetings. MEMBERSHIPS: Fellowship status in American College of Physicians, American College of Gastroenterology, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Gastroenterological Association, Royal Society of Medicine, Royal Institute of Public Health, Royal Society for Health. SPECIALTY: Huguley Center for Digestive and Liver Disorders provides “state-of-the-art care” for all gastrointestinal and liver problems. PICTURED: Beth Andrus, RN; Patricia Odom, RN; Elizabeth Davenport, LVN; Adil M. Choudhary, MD; Kristen Wheeler, RN; Lynnette Roberts, RN, CGRN; Diane Ketchum, RN.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Huguley Center for Digestive and Liver Disorders
adil.choudhary@ahss.org
Cityview Psychiatry, P.A.
Debra Atkisson, M.D.
SPECIALTY: Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. EDUCATION: and child psychiatry. Amie Riddle, PMHNP, B-C nurse practitioner specialized in mental health. Cityview Psychiatry welcomes Tim Adams, M.D., who graduated from Texas A&M Medical School and completed his residency at JPS Hospital. Dr. Adams sees patients 13 years old and up. AWARDS/ HONORS: Dr. Atkisson received the Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians and received the Resident and Fellow Mentor Award from the American Psychiatric Association. She’s been listed as a Tarrant County Top Doctor for many years, as well as a Texas Monthly Super Doctor. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Dr. Atkisson views her greatest professional achievement as being a physician who has partnered with her patients to help them achieve a healthier
life. INNOVATIONS: We evaluate the many factors impacting our patients and use integrated psychiatric information to assist our patients by incorporating psychiatric medications and alternative treatment methods. We perform genetic testing to improve treatment. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: We work as a team to provide the best treatment plan for our patients using integrative methods to improve our patients functioning in all areas of their lives. PICTURED: Debra Atkisson, M.D., P.A.; Tim Adams, M.D.; Amie Riddle, APRN, PMHNP-BC; (not pictured) Alesha J. Hill, M.D., P.A.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
cityviewpsychiatry.com
Cornea Associates of Texas
C. Bradley Bowman, MD; Joshua Zaffos, MD; and Jamie Alexander, MD
SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology – Specializing in Cornea, External Disease, Premium Lens Cataract Surgery and Refractive Surgery including LASIK and PRK. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: C. Bradley Bowman – MD, University of Oklahoma School of Medicine; Residency, Ophthalmology, The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute; Fellowship, Cornea and Refractive Surgery, Emory Eye Center; Licensed, Texas Medical Board; Board CerCollege of Georgia; Residency, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore/Krieger Eye Institute; Fellowship, Cornea and Refractive Surgery, University of California, Irvine, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute; Licensed, Texas Medical Board; MD, Baylor College of Medicine; Residency, University of California Los Angeles; Fellowship, Cornea and Refractive Surgery, University of Coloof Ophthalmology. AWARDS/HONORS: Best Doctors in America, Best LASIK Surgeon in Dallas/Fort Worth, DFW Top 100 Places to Work, Top INNOVATIONS: At Cornea Associates of Texas, we have the most up-to-date clinical tools to provide you with the best in cornea transplantation, cataract and LASIK surgery. PICTURED:
CONTACT INFORMATION:
corneatexas.com info@corneatexas.com
Cornea Consultants of Texas
Aaleya Koreishi, M.D., and Patricia Ple-plakon, M.D.
SPECIALTY: Dr. Koreishi and Dr. Ple-plakon are fellowship-trained,
EDUCATION: Dr.
PATIENT CARE: Dr. Koreishi and Dr. Ple-plakon
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Dr. Mandy Cotten, FNP-C Institute for Hormonal Balance
EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS: Texas Christian University, Bachelor of Nursing; Loyola University New Orleans, Doctorate of Nursing
AWARDS/HONORS: Living Doc; Living Magazine “Best of” Hormone Center. MEMBERSHIPS/ AFFILIATIONS: GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: INNOVATIONS:
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DFW Center for Spinal Disorders, PLLC
FOCUS: Spine Surgery. EDUCATION: Tinley – M.D., Medical College of Georgia; Fellowship, HH Bohlman Spinal Surgery Fellowship, Cleveland. Shah – M.D., Texas A&M College of Medicine; Orthopaedic Spine Surgery Fellowship, Stanford University. Happ – D.O., Midwestern University; Fellowship, Texas Back Institute. Patel – M.D., University of Toledo; Adult and Pediatric spine surgery fellowship at William Beaumont Hospital, Michigan. Toy – M.D., Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine; Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. MEMBERSHIPS: Tinley – Cervical Spine Research Society, North American Spine Society, Tarrant County Medical Society, Texas Orthopedic Association, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Shah – North American Spine Society, International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Medical Association. Happ – North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics.
Patel – American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, North American Spine Society, and New York Medical Association. Toy – North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. INNOVATIONS: Performing minimally invasive spine surgery with a focus on the -
nating the need for further procedures. PATIENT CARE: Not all patients require surgery. Our team uses a multidisciplinary approach to improvement. PICTURED: (left to right) Christopher Happ, D.O.; Jason Toy, M.D.; Jason Tinley, M.D. (Founder, DFWCFSD); Neil Shah, M.D.; Vishal Patel, M.D.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
817.916.4685
DFWSpineCenter.com
DFW Infectious Diseases, PLLC
Nikhil K. Bhayani, M.D., FIDSA
Priya Subramanian, M.D.
SPECIALTY: DFW Infectious Diseases is part of an integrated health care delivery system comprised of physicians, hospitals, case managers, community clinics, managed care partners and other health care professionals, all of whom work together as a team to delivertions. MISSION: Our mission is to develop and maintain a patient care environment that enhances our ability to provide comprehensive care in a sensitive and caring setting. PHILOSOPHY: Our philosophy is to approach each patient as an individual, address his or her concerns through proper research and examination, effective and
accurate diagnosis, proper treatments, early prevention and up-toand quality of life of our patients, decrease the duration of illness and have more positive outcomes. PICTURED: Dr. Nikhil K. Bhayani and Dr. Priya Subramanian
CONTACT INFORMATION: dfwid.com
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Diabetes and Thyroid Center of Fort Worth, PLLC
SPECIALTY/CERTIFICATIONS: All of our physicians are board-cer-
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Digestive Health Associates of Texas
SPECIALTY: Gastroenterology. We treat all aspects of digestive disease
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
AWARDS/HONORS: Fort Worth Magazine
MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: American College of Gastro-
can Gastroenterological Association Fellow. HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS:
copy Center. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: have a happy and healthy life. INNOVATIONS:
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Richard T. Ethridge, M.D., Ph.D.
SPECIALTY:
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Fort Worth Colon and Rectal Surgery Associates
Paul R. Senter, M.D., FACS, FASCRS
Jason W. Allen, M.D., FACS, FASCRS
SPECIALTY: Colon and Rectal Surgery. EDUCATION: Senter – B.S., University of Dallas; M.D., The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; Residency in General Surgery and Residency in Colon and
by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Allen - B.S., Davidson College; M.D., University of Texas Southwestern Medical School; General Surgery Residency, Baylor University Medical Center; Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship, Cook County
the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. AFFILIATIONS: THR Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Baylor All Saints Medical Center, Baylor Surgicare at Oakmont, Southwest Fort Worth Endoscopy Center. INNOVATIONS: Minimally invasive laparoscopic and
robotic surgery to lessen post-operative pain and shorten hospital stays.
outpatient endoscopy center. Novel Interstim® therapy for the treatment of bowel continence issues. PATIENT CARE: We spend time getting to know our patients. We are committed to our patients’ care. FREE ADVICE: Follow your doctor’s health maintenance recommendations, including screening colonoscopy for colon polyps and cancer. PICTURED: Jason W. Allen, M.D., FACS, FASCRS; Paul R. Senter, M.D., FACS, FASCRS.
CONTACT INFORMATION: fwcrs.com
Fort Worth Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
SPECIALTY: At Fort Worth Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, our team of doctors has individual specialties to provide tailored care for every patient’s varying needs. The doctors pride themselves in providing a gentle touch and a listening ear and spending time to truly understand the goals of each patient. At Fort Worth Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, we take pride in our dedication to continuing education and our investment in the latest technology. Drs. Green, Leedy, Flosi and Gabr have all had extensive clinical training in the following areas: Cosmetic Smile Design, Full Mouth Rehabilitation, Implant Dentistry, Occlusion, Sedation Dentistry, Invisalign and same-day crowns and smile makeovers. INNOVATIONS: All of our doctors insist on staying on the cutting edge of dental technology and keeping up with the latest dental advances. Dr. Green’s virtual smile consulta-
tion allows an online dream-smile mock-up and consult with the doctor. Whether it is the feel of our state-of-the-art facility, the experience of a porcelain crown prepared and placed in a single appointment, or watching your implant being virtually placed on a computer screen with greater accuracy and precision, you know the doctors and their team will change the way you experience dentistry! PICTURED: Nikki
CONTACT INFORMATION:
ngreendental.com
P. Green, D.D.S.
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Fort Worth Ear Nose and Throat / Fort Worth Sinus Center
SPECIALTY: Otolaryngology. EDUCATION: Watkins – Louisiana State University of Medicine; Residency, University of Tennessee. McIntyre –University of Oklahoma Health Science Center; Residency, University of Texas Southwestern at Dallas. Callahan – University of Texas Southwestern at Dallas; Residency, University of Texas Southwestern at Dallas.
AFFILIATIONS: Baylor All Saints, Plaza Medical, Cook Children’s, USMD Fort Worth, THR Harris Southwest. MEMBERSHIPS: Texas Medical Association, American Academy of Otolaryngology, American Board of Otolaryngology, American Rhinologic Society. GREATEST INNOVATIONS: In-office balloon sinuplasty, minimally invasive sinus surgery, minimally invasive thyroid surgery, comprehensive allergy management
(medications, allergy shots and allergy drops), state-of-the-art hearing aids. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: To maintain devoted relationships BEDSIDE MAN-
NER: We strive to care for each patient from a multidisciplinary perspective and treat each patient as if they were our own family. PICTURED: Sean M. Callahan, M.D.; Jeremy P. Watkins, M.D.; and J. Brad McIntyre, M.D.
CONTACT INFORMATION: fortworthent.net
Fort Worth Eye Associates
SPECIALTY: Our physicians provide a wide range of services including comprehensive eye exams for children and adults, LASIK, Restore and TECNIS® Symfony and Symfony Toric IOLs, advanced cataract surgery,
exams and dry eye treatment. The doctors also provide cosmetic injections including Botox® ®, Voluma XC® and Lastisse® EDUCATION: Ann Ranelle, D.O. – Saint Mary’s University, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, pediatric ophthalmology fellowship at Children’s Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Tyler Moore, M.D. – University of Texas, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Kacy Pate, O.D. – University of Oklahoma, Northeastern State University College of Optometry. AWARDS/ HONORS: Ann Ranelle – Past-President, Tarrant County Medical Society.
MEMBERSHIPS:
Academy of Ophthalmology and Academy of Pediatric Ophthalmology AFFILIATIONS: Baylor Medical Center of Fort Worth, Baylor Surgicare of Fort Worth, Cook Children’s Medical Center, Texas Pediatric Surgery Center. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Serving the greater Fort Worth area for over 40 years. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: Warm, friendly, compassionate and professional. FREE ADVICE: Be an active participant in your healthcare – ask questions! PICTURED: Ann Ranelle, D.O.; Tyler Moore, M.D.; Kacy Pate, O.D.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
ranelle.com
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Fort Worth Obstetrics & Gynecology
Privia Medical Group of North Texas
SPECIALTY: Obstetrics and Gynecology. EDUCATION: English – Board
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Robert A. Kaufmann, M.D., HCLD
SPECIALTIES: Dr. Robert A. Kaufmann leads a dedicated team pro-
WHAT SETS HIM APART: Dr. Kaufmann
HONORS: Top Doc Fort Worth Magazine 360 West Magazine Fort Worth Child Magazine
TREATMENT OPTIONS: Intrauterine Insemination (IUI); In Vitro Fertil-
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Emily J. Kirby, M.D.
Kirby Plastic Surgery and Kalos Medical Spa
SPECIALTY: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, adult and pediatric. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery; Pediatric and Craniofacial Plastic Surgery Fellowship; Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency, University of Kentucky; M.D., Texas A&M College of Medicine; B.S., Vanderbilt University, cum laude. AWARDS/HONORS: Chief of Plastic Surgery, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth; Allergan Plastic and Regenerative Medicine Physician Advisory Board 2017; “Top 500” Allergan Practice; Super Doctors Texas Rising Star, 2016, 2017; Super Doctors Texas 2018; Fort Worth Magazine Top Doc, 2014-2019. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL
ACHIEVEMENT: The ultimate compliment is caring for someone who later asks me to care for a family member or friend. INNOVATIONS: Kalos Medical Spa, our newly expanded spa within the Shops at Clearfork, offers
two CoolSculpting machines with all of the newest applicators, to provide faster, more effective “dual sculpting” for our patients. We also offer Kybella double chin reduction, Hydrafacial, Ultherapy skin tightening, laser skin treatments, laser hair removal, daily Botox/filler appointments and FemTouch female rejuvenation. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: The relationship with your surgeon is a personal one. You should feel comfortable with her and trust her. You should feel that all of your questions are being addressed.
factor, patients feel much more comfortable being able to see their new nose, breasts or body before their actual procedure ever takes place.
NEW LOCATION: Bank building in Clearfork. It has truly been a pleasure to care for our patients in a space which reflects the exceptional professionalism, aesthetic sense and expertise that we strive to provide every day. UNIQUE
BEDSIDE MANNER: patient as we would want to be treated ourselves. The rest falls into place.
SPECIALTY: Plastic and reconstructive surgery with a focus on cosmetic procedures of the breast, body and face. EDUCATION/CERTIFICA-
TIONS: B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University (summa cum laude); Medical School, St. George’s University School of Medicine; Plastic
Board of Plastic Surgery (since 2010). AWARDS/HONORS: Fort Worth
Magazine “Top Docs” 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017; Fort Worth Magazine Top Plastic Surgeons. MEMBERSHIPS: American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, Tarrant County Medical Society, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. AFFILIATIONS: THR Alliance, North Hills Hospital, Medical City Alliance, Parkway Surgical and Cardiovascular Hospital, Wise Regional Hospital. SURGICAL SERVICES: Body contouring, breast reconstruction, breast reduction, Brazilian butt lifts,
breast augmentation, breast lift, liposuction, tummy tucks, arm/thigh lifts, face lifts, brow lifts, neck lifts, eyelid rejuvenation, otoplasty, mommy make-overs, etc. SPA SERVICES: FaceTite; BodyTite; laser services for brown spots, vessels, hair removal, cellulite, skin tightening and skin resurfacing. Also, skin care products, Botox® ® , Restylane®, Voluma®, Vollure®, Volbella®, etc.), KYBELLA®, eyelash/brow services, wraps, medical-grade chemical peels, microdermabrasion, etc.
BEDSIDE MANNER:ence, and safety with personalized attention to your individual needs.
Emily B. McLaughlin M.D., FACS West Magnolia Plastic Surgery, P.A.
SPECIALTY: Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: The American Board of Plastic Surgery; the American Board of Surgery. AWARDS/HONORS: Fort Worth Business Press Health Care Heroes, 2017; Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Community Advocate, 2017. MEMBERSHIPS: American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, Fort Worth Plastic Surgery Society. HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: West Magnolia Surgery Center; Texas Health Resources Fort Worth Hospital, Baylor Scott and White/Andrew’s Women’s Hospital. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: My personal experience with breast cancer gave me an enlightened perspective for my cosmetic and reconstructive patients. INNOVATIONS: West Magnolia Surgery Center and The
for surgery and have medical spa services available to clients is tremendous. UNIQUE BEDSIDE MANNER: in Fort Worth, I’ve been able to build a practice over the past 15 years with a focus on breast and body surgery from a female perspective. My style is very relaxed while maintaining a very professional, dedicated commitment to my patient’s safety and satisfaction. FREE ADVICE: Seek answers to your questions and don’t be afraid to question what you’re told. Knowledge is power.
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Obstetrics and Gynecology
SPECIALITY: OB/GYN. EDUCATION: Bradford – SMU, Texas Tech University; Neville – Austin College, UT Medical School San Antonio; Robbins – UT Arlington, UT Medical School Houston; Wiley – UT San Antonio, UNTHSC; Hardt – Old Dominion University, UTMB Galveston; Firouzbakht – University of Dallas, UT Medical School Houston; Hardick – UNT, UNTHSC. AWARDS/HONORS: All voted “Top Doc” Fort Worth Magazine ; Patient Choice Award; “Top Docs” Texas Monthly ; Compassionate Doctor Award, “Top Docs” 360 West Magazine HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Texas Health Harris Methodist, Baylor Andrews Women’s. PRACTICE INNOVATIONS: DySIS Digital Colposcopy, bioidentical hormonal replacement, endometrial ablation, 3-D sonogram, Viveve for women’s intimate health. UNIQUE EXPERIENCES: Our goal is to become your health care partner for a lifetime. We can help you make the best decisions about contraception, fertility, pregnancy, menopause and gynecological care.
FREE ADVICE: Participate in your health care and seek a physician who is interested in you as an individual. PICTURED: (top, left to right) Patty Hardt, M.D.; Laura Bradford, M.D.; Cynthia Robbins, M.D.; Noushin Firouzbakht, M.D.; (bottom, left to right) Ruth Wiley, D.O.; Leslie Hardick, D.O.; Heather Neville, M.D.
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Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute
SPECIALTY: Orthopedic Surgery; Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery of the Knee, Shoulder and Hip; Shoulder, Knee and Hip Replacements. CERTIFICATIONS/MEMBERSHIPS:
Fellow AAOS. AFFILIATIONS: Baylor Surgicare Fort Worth; Park Hill Surgery Center; Baylor Surgical Hospital Fort Worth; Texas Health Southwest, Azle and Cleburne; Wise Health System Decatur. INNOVATIONS: Dr. Bret D. Beavers specializes in minimally invasive surgery of the shoulder, hip, and knee with a special interest in shoulder replacements. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Dr. Michael H. Boothby, the founder of OSMI, is a master of minimally invasive arthroscopy of knees and shoulders. OSMI Decatur opened Fall 2018 with the addition of sports medicine orthopedic surgeon G. Keith Gill, M.D. WHAT SETS OSMI
APART: Orthopedics Today, a walk-in clinic for same-day treatment of
orthopedic injuries, is located on-site at OSMI. OSMI Physical Therapy is expertly administered using state-of-the-art modalities like Hydroworx pool with an underwater treadmill. OSMI Physical Therapy in Willow Park serves Aledo, Walsh Ranch and Weatherford residents. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: Dr. Moore’s skill and passion for pediatrics expand the patients OSMI treats to include babies and elementary ages. He also is expert in total hip replacements in adults. BEDSIDE MANNER: At OSMI, PICTURED: G. Todd Moore, D.O.; G. Keith Gill, M.D.; Michael H. Boothby, M.D.; Bret D. Beavers, M.D.
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SPECIALTY: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Our physicians specialize in all aspects of rehabilitation including neck and back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, sports medicine, orthopedic rehabilitation, amputee care, occupational medicine, and regenerative medicine. Our physicians perform EMG and nerve conduction studies, baclofen pump management, botulinum toxin injections, peripheral joint injections, and viscosupplementation. EDUCATION/
CERTIFICATION: Omar Selod, D.O. – Residency, Baylor University Medical Center; Internship, Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas; Medical School, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Lan Le, D.O. – Residency, Baylor University Medical Center; Internship, John Peter Smith Health Network; Medical School, UNTHSC, TCOM. Austen Watkins, D.O. – Residency, UT Southwestern Medical Center; Internship, Plaza Medical Center; Medical School, UNTHSC, TCOM. Neha Shah, D.O. – Residency, Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, University of Chicago;
TCOM. Benecia Williams, D.O. – Sports Medicine Fellowship, John Peter Smith Hospital; Residency, Baylor University Medical Center; Internship, John Peter Smith Health Network; Medical School, UNTHSC, TCOM.
AFFILIATIONS: Medical City Fort Worth, Baylor Scott & White, Texas
Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Kindred West and Southwest, Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation Fort Worth, Fort Worth Transitional Care Center, Bridgemoor Transitional Care, and Willow Park Rehabilitation and Care Center. PICTURED: Omar Selod, D.O.; Benecia Williams, D.O.; Austen Watkins, D.O.; Lan Le, D.O.; Neha Shah D.O.
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pmrfortworth.com
PMR Fort Worth
Radiology Associates of North Texas, P.A.
SPECIALTY: Radiology/Interventional Radiology. EDUCATION: All
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Tarrant County Medical Society, Dallas County Medical Society,
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Rosy Rajbhandary, M.D.
SPECIALTY: Rheumatology. EDUCATION: Internal Medicine Residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey; Fellowship in Rheumatology at Los Angeles County University of Southern California Hospital, Keck Medical Center of USC. AWARDS/ HONORS: Top Doc 2018; Top Doc 2017; Medical Honoree 2016 for the Arthritis Foundation; Barbara Sloan Patient Comfort Award for outstanding compassion and care of patients; Assistant Chief Medical -
Ultrasound School of North American Rheumatologists (USSONAR). INNOVATIONS: Dr. Rajbhandary specializes in treating both common as well as rare rheumatic conditions, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, lupus, gout, does steroid and viscosupplementation injections, trigger point injec-
and bursitis. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: Dr. Rajbhandary values hernative, holistic and natural therapies. Patients like that Dr. Rajbhandary is easily accessible to them and their families. FREE ADVICE: There are many kinds of arthritis so do not ignore your symptoms and attribute it to aging, bad weather or a bad day. See a rheumatologist when you have joint pain so that you can be assessed, diagnosed early and treated appropriately.
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Texas Health Huguley Hospital, MOB 2
huguleymedicalassociates.com/rosy-rajbhandary-md
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Martin Reinke, M.D.
SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology: Cataract Surgery, Premium Lens Implants (Crystalens, ReStor, Tecnis, Toric Lens), Laser Refractive Surgery (LASIK with Intralase, VISX, Allegretto), Diseases of the Retina and Vitreous, Diabetic Retinopathy/Lasers, Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma Treatment. EDUCATION: B.A., Magna cum laude, Harvard University, 1986; M.D., University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, 1990; Ophthalmology Residency, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, 1995; Vitreoretinal Fellowship, Massa-
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ogy. AWARDS: Physician’s Recognition Award, American Medical Association. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Texas Ophthalmological Association, Texas Medical Association, Tarrant
County Medical Society. AFFILIATIONS: Baylor Surgical Hospital at Las Colinas, Baylor Scott & White-Grapevine, Baylor Scott & White-Irving, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. PATIENT CARE: A commitment to excellence in eye care is enhanced by our outstanding, caring
all preoperative and postoperative care.
CONTACT INFORMATION: dfwlasercataract.com
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Retina Center of Texas
Jawad Qureshi, M.D.
Johnathan Warminski, M.D.
Kruti Dajee, M.D.
Vishnu Rumalla, M.D.; Jordan Rihani, M.D.; Jonathan Heistein, M.D.
SPECIALTY: Both Drs. Heistein and Rumalla specialize in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including breast augmentation, breast lift, liposuction, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, facelift, eyelid lift and more. Dr. Rihani specializes exclusively in plastic and reconstructive surgery of the face including facelift, rhinoplasty, eyelid lift, skin cancer reconstrucCERTIFICATION:
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. OUR FACILITY:center designed to cater to the needs, desires and privacy of our patients.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Southlake Surgery Center
drheistein.com
INNOVATIONS: most advanced technological treatments to enhance liposuction andSpring is the perfect time to have your makeover, so you will be ready for summer! PICTURED: Vishnu Rumalla, M.D.; Jordan Rihani, M.D.; Jonathan Heistein, M.D.
tarrantplasticsurgery.com
facialplasticsurgeryinstitute.com
Louis L. Strock, M.D., P.A.
SPECIALTY: Cosmetic surgery of the breast, body and face, and breast reconstruction. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: B.S., Amherst College; M.D. and residencies in Surgery and Plastic Surgery at UTMB
MEMBERSHIPS: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), American Society of Plastic Surgeons, TSPS, TMA, TCMS.
INNOVATIONS: Dr. Strock is an internationally recognized authority on transaxillary endoscopic breast augmentation, an approach that allows patients to have silicone gel implants placed using a short incision in the armpit, avoiding any incisions on the breast. He and his team routinely use 3-D simulation, which allows you to visualize breast implants on your body as part of your consultation before your procedure! Dr. Strock is also well-known nationally for techniques of breast implant revision and
replacement, treatment of complications of previous breast implant surgery, breast implant removal, breast lift and breast reconstruction. Dr. Strock teaches plastic surgeons in practice the latest concepts and techniques in breast implant surgery at the ASAPS Annual Aesthetic Meeting and Sponsored Symposia. This dedication to education also gives him access to the latest information that he routinely applies to help his patients. PICTURED: (left to right) Clinic Coordinator Kelly Sheldon, Dr. Strock, Patient Coordinator Alexx Rouse, Clinic Nurse and Skin Care Coordinator Melonie Witt, RN.
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Robert G. Stroud, D.O. Lonestar Urology
SPECIALTY: Urologic Surgery. EDUCATION: Texas Wesleyan University, B.S., Biology; University of North Texas Health Science Center, D.O.; Internship, Dallas-Fort Worth Medical Center; Residencies – Doctors Hospital-Obstetr ics and Gynecology, Dallas-Fort Worth Medical Center-General Surgery, Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas-Urologic Surgery, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons-Fellowship. AWARDS/HONORS: Numerous Who’s Who awards; Fort Worth Magazine, Top Doc repeater; Cambridge Top 101 in Urology. MEMBERSHIPS: Baylor Quality Alliance, American Osteopathic Association, American Urology Association, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, Texas Medical Association. AFFILIATIONS: Baylor Surgical Hospital, Baylor All Saints, Medical City Fort Worth, Baylor Trophy Club and Baylor Grapevine. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: “I’m proud to have built a very busy and successful urological private practice over the past 25 years without ever compro-
mising on quality or ethics. I’m especially proud of the large number of patients that have honored me with their patronage and have allowed me to provide continuous urologic care over the decades – sometimes even spanning from one generation to the next.” INNOVATIONS: “I have a keen interest in male and female hormones replacement, and it has become an increasingly large part of my practice.” BEDSIDE MANNER: “I will spend as much time as necessary with each patient, options of treatment.”
CONTACT INFORMATION: lonestarurologydoc.com
Surgical Specialists of Huguley Medical Associates FOCUS | DOCTORS WORTH KNOWING
SPECIALTY: General Surgery. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Wesley Marquart – Board Certified, American Board of Surgery; extensive training in open and laparoscopic surgery; performs both traditional and minimally invasive surgery. Ronny Ford – Board Certiand laparoscopic general surgery, including colon resection, hernia AWARDS/HONORS: Marquart – Current Chairman of the Surgery Department; Chief Resident, 2008-2011; Fort Worth Magazine
pital. HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS:
INNOVATIONS: Da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery and computerenhanced surgery. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE: Dr. Marquart andFREE
ADVICE: PICTURED: (left to right) Dr. Ronny Ford and Dr. Wesley Marquart.
CONTACT INFORMATION: huguleymedicalassociates.com
Trinity Foot & Ankle Specialists PLLC
SPECIALTY: Podiatric Medicine & Surgery, Foot & Ankle Surgery. EDUCATION: Beede – University of Northern Colorado, California College of Podiatric Medicine, San Francisco; Surgical Residency in Portland, Oregon. Downey – Baylor University, Midwestern University; Surgical Residency at JPS Hospital Fort Worth; Foot & Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Fellowship, Aria 3B Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia. Jaryga – University of Toledo, Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine; Surgical Residency in Fort Worth. AWARDS/HONORS: All doctors graduated GREATEST
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: The continued advancement and evolution of a traditional podiatry practice to a true reconstruction/limb salvage surgical practice that allows patients the opportunity to return to a higher-level quality of life. INNOVATIONS: The investment and usage of the only FDA-approved laser for plantar fasciitis and other foot and
ankle and pain issues, including neuropathy. UNIQUE PATIENT CARE:
Our goal is to deliver comprehensive quality care using the latest proven as well as sophisticated techniques in treating your foot and ankle problems. Our dedicated team of trained professionals remain committed to working with our patients to maintain and improve foot and ankle health. Our doctors are known for transparency and compassion when treating patients, including clear and concise communication with patient and family. PICTURED: Dr. Gregory A. Jaryga, Dr. Glen A. Beede and Dr. Michael W. Downey.
CONTACT INFORMATION: trinityfootandankle.com
1Porgy and Bess April 26, 28, 30
An opera infused with jazz, blues and folk in celebration of African-American spirit, the George Gershwin classic “Porgy and Bess” takes the stage for a limited three-day run at Bass Performance Hall. Fort Worth Opera will perform director Francesca Zambello’s acclaimed revival of the production, which follows the tragic tale of disabled beggar Porgy and his attempt to rescue Bess from her troubled life in Charleston, South Carolina. Expect “Plenty of Nothing” and plenty of feels.
Bass Performance Hall. 525 Commerce St. 817.731.0833. fwopera.org.
Porgy and Bess. Photo by Karli Cadel.
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Vandell Andrew
April 27
For a little classy brass, slide over to Ridglea Theater to hear Billboard-topping saxophonist Vandell Andrew bring the chill vibes to the theater’s Ridglea Room. The New Orleans-born, Soul Train Award-nominated musician has a fully instrumental set planned for the evening. It’s a good excuse to don a sport coat and a hat, grab a drink from the bar and show off your swanky side. Ridglea Room. 6025 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817.738.9500. vandellmusic.com.
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MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival
April 11–14
Did you know the largest fine arts festival in Texas — and third in the U.S. — takes place in the Fort? Taking up 27 city blocks in Downtown Fort Worth — from Weatherford Street to Ninth Street — this event showcases 223 artists, a
slew of world-class musicians — with a lineup that includes the likes of Abraham Alexander and Danni and Kris — delicious cuisine and family-friendly activities. Main Street and Sundance Square. 817.336.2787. mainstreetartsfest.org.
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Mayfest
May 2–5
A hodgepodge of family-friendly events makes up this fourday community festival that includes live music, food vendors, carnival rides, a petting zoo, rock climbing and way, way, way more. Let’s put it this way, if you get bored during this festival, you are likely the most impossible human to entertain. The event will also include a student art contest, which includes work from students in area schools, and a food vendor contest. So, come hungry and ready to party. Trinity Park. 2401 University. 817.332.1055. mayfest.org.
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Texas Motor Speedway. 3545 Lone Star Circle. 404.401.2807. uorshow.com/texas. ans des ander cious y 787.at and put d e vent
BFGoodrich Unlimited Off-Road Show
April 6–7
If monster trucks are your jam, head to Texas Motor Speedway for a gargantuan showcase of Jeeps, trucks, UTVs and off-road vehicles — available for test drive. Gearheads can browse a slew of vendors showing off the latest parts and accessories, and the kids can burn fuel on the power wheels and R/C courses.
MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival.
Photo by Geno Loro.
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Victory Over Violence Walk/ Run
April 13
It’s a race in which crossing the finish line means victory — but not just for the runner. The Women’s Center of Tarrant County is hosting its annual Victory Over Violence Walk/Run at Trinity Park, starting at the duck pond, in an effort to raise funds for the organization that works to empower survivors of sexual assault, child sexual abuse and other violent crimes. Choose between a 1K Fun Run or a USATF-certified 5K Walk/ Run. All runners get a T-shirt, and those who do cross the finish line first get a heartshaped trophy. Trinity Park. 2401 University Drive. 817.927.4006. vovfw.org.
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Water Lantern Festival
April 6
A nation-wide festival that takes place in numerous cities throughout the year, attendees create a lantern on which they write hopes, dreams or a letter to a loved one and send it adrift in the water. Watching your lantern float among thousands of others is a unique sight you’ll likely etch in your memory bank. Tickets include a floating lantern, marker (so no need to bring a pen) and a commemorative drawstring bag. Panther Island Pavilion. 395 Purcey St. waterlanternfestival.com/ fortworth. al wide in hroughout s create h ms or one our ng ers u’ll r kets include a and a Pavilion al.com/
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8Open Streets
April 7
Save some gas and take a bike or board to Magnolia Avenue on April 7 — your car won’t be allowed anyway, as the street will close to vehicular traffic and open to cyclists, skateboarders, artists and local businesses looking to share their work with the community. The four-hour event will be chock-full with activities from pet adoptions to yoga classes. It’s free and familyfriendly. Magnolia Avenue from Hemphill Street to Eighth Avenue. 817.923.1649. nearsouthsidefw.org.
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Fort Worth Margarita Festival
April 27
If you don’t love margaritas, we might have to take away whatever Lone Star State credentials you’ve accumulated. As for the rest of you, which should be close to all, we have a feeling this festival will be right up your alley. The Fort Worth Margarita Festival includes an opportunity to sample over 15 margaritas from the best bars and restaurants in the Fort, and by the end of the fest, the attendees will crown Fort Worth’s best lime-infused cocktail. The Yard. 3017 Morton St. 682.503.1707.
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May the 4th Be With You
May 4–5
Two days, two themes, two crawls. With Star Wars Day and Cinco de Mayo falling on the weekend, you better believe it’s gonna be a party in the Fort. If you make it through this marathon of a crawl, where you’ll hit all the best joints on West Seventh with lightsaber and/or sombrero in tow, you might have to skip work the following day to recuperate. Bars on West Seventh. 3008 Bledsoe St.
FOOD | NEWS | REVIEWS
» First come, first served. Donatella Trotti was on the forefront of Magnolia Avenue’s transformation into a restaurant row — though she never planned to be. »
Magnolia Avenue’s OG Restaurateur
With her traditional trattoria becoming a Fort Worth staple, owner Donatella Trotti serves up Cowtown’s most stubbornly authentic Italian cuisine. Just don’t arrive craving fettuccine Alfredo.
BY MALCOLM MAYHEW
Long before Magnolia Avenue became the retail and real estate hotbed it is today, Donatella Trotti took a chance on opening a small Italian restaurant there in a tiny, ramshackle building that was all but falling apart. There were no cool coffee shops on Magnolia at the time, no lines for barbecue, no retail stores selling designer shoes or taco pop-ups peddling designer tacos.
Now surrounded by condos and hip restaurants and cool bars, in
Q: Do you remember the first time you saw the Nonna Tata building?
A: I fell in love with it the first time I saw it. It was the Summerhill House, a diner that had been open for 35 years. Luckily, it came up for sale a few months later. I did not want to open if I had to lease, as I was pretty sure I was going to close in a year, and I did not want to get stuck with rent.
Q: It wasn’t exactly ready to roll.
A: The building had to be completely redone inside. The bathroom had carpet, like everything else, and it opened to the kitchen. There was no room to have any commercial equipment, so I had to make the dining area even smaller than before. The outside of the building was kept the same but for the color — it used to be white. And the windows had plastic panels since the previous owner was tired of
replacing them every time they got broken. I kept the original door that was stripped of seven coats of paint. It’s had at least a couple hundred hours of work done to it and still does not work properly!
Q: What was your upbringing like?
A: I grew up in Varese on the border with Switzerland; I lived there most of my life. We were a family of four: mama Mirella, papa, Tita and Paola, my sister and best friend. I was lucky enough to be exposed to excellent food since I was born. Everybody in my family really knows how to cook, and we always had wonderful gatherings that would require many days of prepping in the kitchen. As kids, we were not allowed to take on important jobs [in the kitchen], but I remember being very proud when I was eventually allowed to finish the ravioli, making sure no air was
one of the fastest developing neighborhoods in Fort Worth, Trotti’s pindot of a restaurant, Nonna Tata, is still going strong. And over the years, Trotti has established herself as one of the best chefs in Fort Worth, a spitfire who won’t waver an inch in her efforts to bring authentic Italian flavors from her homeland to ours.
On the eve of the Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival, of which Trotti is a featured chef, she shares the secret of her success.
left inside so they would not break in the water.
Q: You didn’t plan on being a chef?
A: No, I never thought I would become a chef. I studied political science and then fashion design, both in Milano. At the age of 30, I was getting bored. I always loved the U.S. after I did an exchange with a girl from New Jersey when I was 17. I was determined to come and stay for a while, but I never thought about moving here permanently. Then I had an offer to work for a company that was opening stores for Versace. My name being Donatella and my background in fashion, they thought I was perfectly qualified.
Q: What drove you to start cooking?
A: Ever since I moved to the States, I started cooking and feeding friends. My training was my mom, on the phone.
We spent hours on the phone talking about how to make bechamel or the ragu for her wonderful lasagna. My husband suggested I open a restaurant so we could finally charge our friends for food. We were living in Dallas at the time, and he was a lawyer in Fort Worth. He said I should try to open something here. I instantly fell in love with Fort Worth.
Q: You don’t think of Nonna Tata as a restaurant?
A: It is a trattoria, a simple place, definitely not fancy, but the food is good. We make everything from scratch. We start in the morning, making our own focaccia bread and then everything else. It is Italian, not Italy-American. If you ask for a carbonara with chicken, you will get the chicken on the side. I refuse to kill a good pasta.
FWFWF Events
Tacos + Tequila
(April 4, 7 p.m.): The festival kicks off this year like it did last year, with an event that mixes one of our favorite edibles with one of our favorite drinkables. A crazy-huge turnout last year at the small BRIK venue meant more legroom was needed. Thus, it’s been moved to the Heart of the Ranch at Clearfork, where most of this year’s events are taking place. Nearly 20 local chefs will tout their takes on tacos. Participants include Angel Fuentes from Mariachi’s Dine In, Kevin Martinez of Tokyo Café, Jose Ponce of Alma’s Palateria, Jason Klein of 203 Café and Chris Garcia of Del Norte Tacos. The boozy vendor list features Republic Tequila and Mezcal Gracias a Dios.
Main Event
(April 5, 5:30 p.m.): If last year’s FWFWF proved anything, it’s that the festival has grown so popular that bigger
venues were needed. So goodbye, Pier 1 Imports building. Hello, Heart of the Ranch at Clearfork. Everyone will now have plenty of room to spread out for this annual gathering of Fort Worth’s top-tier chefs and their bite-size glimpses of who they are and what they’re about.
This year’s participants include Kyle Baker from Bird Café, John Piccoloni from B&B Butchers and Restaurant, Scott Lewis of Piattello Italian Kitchen, Molly McCook of Ellerbe Fine Foods and, among others, Jon Bonnell. Zoli’s Pizza, the Cane Rosso spinoff that will open this year on Hulen Street, will have a presence, too, courtesy of Fort Worth-based chef Andrew Dilda. Among the dozen or so breweries and wineries providing drinks will be Martin House Brewing, Collective Brewing Project, Hop Fusion Ale Works, Texas Fine Wine and Silver Ghost Cellars.
Desserts After Dark (April 5, 9 p.m.): This thing is always a blast. The showboating that happens at other FWFWF events disappears here; everybody just eats and drinks and dances
and has a good time. This year’s participants include Lindsey Lawing of Sweet Lucy’s Pies, Tareka Lofton of Loft22 Cakes (I’m still dreaming about her butterscotch pudding from last year), Melvin Roberson of Dough Boy Donuts and Katherine Sasser of Hurley House. Proper, Thompson’s and Branch & Bird are among those providing the drinks. Once again, the event will be held at the Whiskey Ranch, and many of the desserts and drinks will be made with a few or many drops of its popular TX Whiskey.
Culinary Corral (April 6, 11 a.m.): The brunch inspired Rise + Dine has been rebranded and expanded. Now called Culinary Corral and held at the Heart of the Ranch at Clearfork, the four-hour event will now feature a tasting tent, beer garden and corkyard, an artisan marketplace, live music and a variety of add-on pop-ups. Participating restaurants include Press Café, FunkyTown Donuts, Cannon Chinese Kitchen, Aventino’s Italian Restaurant, Local Foods Kitchen and BREWED.
Burgers, Brews + Blues
(April 6, 5 p.m.): Easily the fest’s most popular event, triple B is once again taking place at the Heart of the Ranch at Clearfork, where more than a dozen area burger-masters will duke it out for best burger honors, as voted on by a panel of judges and ticketholders. This year, vets like Fred’s and Rodeo Goat are going up against newcomers such as Doc B’s and Knife Burger. The “Blues” will be provided by Miss Marcy.
Ring of Fire: A Next Level Cookout
(April 7, 1 p.m.): Like the brunch event, the fest’s annual barbecue cookout has gone through a makeover with a new name and new vendors. Also happening at the Heart of the Ranch at Clearfork, it’s more of a fire-forward event now, spotlighting what participants can do with live fire, from barbecue to pizza. It’s still a lot of ’cue dudes, though, from BBQ on the Brazos, Panther City BBQ, Flores Barbecue and Black’s Barbecue.
From the Restaurants
That Shoulda Opened a While Back Department: Finally, it looks as though Ben’s Triple B will be open soon, maybe by the time you read this.
Local chef Ben Merritt’s long-awaited sophomore restaurant will be his ode to biscuits, burgers and beer. Open morning, noon and night, Triple B will offer gourmet burgers, housemade buttermilk biscuits with both sweet and savory toppings and craft brews. Housed in a 1929 shopping center that was once home to Ashburn’s Ice Cream (the cool sign is still there), the restaurant is part of the Rosedale Renaissance, an ongoing effort by Texas Wesleyan, the City of Fort Worth and Tarrant County to revitalize the historic Polytechnic Heights neighborhood, whereupon Merritt’s new spot sits. Merritt is also chef/owner of Fixture on the Near Southside. 3016 E. Rosedale St., facebook.com/bens3b
Another burgers ‘n beer restaurant should be ready to roll soon, if it’s not already. Rogers Roundhouse, from
The Feed
A taste of what’s new and notable.
BY MALCOLM MAYHEW
Curly’s owner Bourke Harvey and Dallas restaurant consultant Tom Koons, will be a railroad-themed spot located in an old air-conditioning service warehouse behind University Park Village. Chef is Michael Spangler, a Californian who has worked at the Omni downtown and the Wild Mushroom in Weatherford. Spangler’s menu will offer houseground burgers, including an American wagyu option; a variety of tacos, with fillings such as blackened shrimp and shredded chicken; and chicken-fried chicken nuggets — that is not a typo; that is a death sentence. There will be at least 30 beers on tap. Railroad buffs will dig the killer views of BNSF’s nearby Davidson Yard, one of the oldest railyards in the country. 1616 Rogers Road, rogersroundhouse.com
Ellerbe Fine Foods on the Near Southside is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year by hosting several special events. Among them is a monthly three-course dinner series spotlighting
particular cuisines. The dinners will be held on the last Wednesday of each month. For this month’s dinner on April 24, chef Molly McCook will roll out her Louisiana family’s crawfish recipes for an old-fashioned Cajun feast. Dishes will include crawfish pistoulette with crawfish etouffee; baked crawfish cake with paneed eggplant; and traditional crawfish bisque with housemade boulettes. Price is $40 per person; beverage pairings are available for an additional cost. Reservations are recommended. Call 817.926.3663. 1501
W. Magnolia Ave., ellerbefinefoods.com
My favorite downtown lunch spot, 203 Café, may now be my favorite downtown breakfast spot. The tiny café, tucked between the Wells Fargo and Bank of America twin skyscrapers, recently revamped its breakfast menu to now include
daily specials, such as biscuits and gravy, housemade pancakes, French toast, omelettes and a croque madame. The latter has your name written all over it: made with roasted tomato, white American cheese and ham; grilled on a jalapeño cornbread sourdough; then finished with a bechamel — it’s one of the best breakfast bites you’ll have downtown. 215 Commerce St., 203cafe. com
Speaking of breakfast, Fort Worth is now the proud owner of a new location of Seven Mile Café, the Denton-based, mom and pop mini-chain known for breakfast and lunch items both sprouty and decadent. Located in far north Fort Worth, in the space previously occupied by Brick House Tavern, the restaurant offers a wide assortment of breakfast options, including a whopping 10 varieties of pancakes, plus a pancake sampler with buttermilk, red velvet and blueberry flavors. For the more healthconscious eater, there are numerous healthy and vegan options, including
Freelance food writer Malcolm Mayhew can be reached at malcolm.mayhew@hotmail.com or on Twitter at @foodfortworth.
“vigas.” The restaurant’s take on migas is made with seasoned and scrambled tofu, crispy tortilla strips, jalapeños and avocado. Lunch includes sandwiches, salads, soups and burgers. In addition to the mothership in Denton, there are also locations in Keller and Highland Village. 6300 North Freeway, sevenmilecafe. com
Now that I don’t live out there anymore, I hardly ever make it to the northeast corridor of Tarrant County, but I may have to make a special trip to Turning Point Beer. The brewery is about a year old, but it recently brought aboard a new pop-up kitchen called Bad Spanish Tacos. Billy Flores specializes in tacos made with slow-cooked meats, like brisket and carnitas, hand-pressed tortillas and fresh salsa. If I still drank like it was 1998, I’d be all about Turning Point’s Dos Hermanos lager. I bet it goes great with those tacos. 1307 Brown Trail, Bedford; facebook.com/ badspanishtacos
Ramen Life
Wabi House becomes a welcome addition to Magnolia’s
eclectic mix.
BY COURTNEY DABNEY | PHOTOS BY OLAF GROWALD
Adding to the list of recent Dallas imports, Wabi House’s new Fort Worth location is causing quite the stir — and for good reason. This ramen shop has plenty to slurp about (remember, that is a sign of respect in Japan), so no need to enjoy your ramen in strict silence.
Four years ago, chef Dien Nguyen planted his first Wabi House on the high-traffic Lower Greenville in Dallas, which garnered rave reviews. The Fort Worth shop, near the corner of Eighth Avenue and Magnolia, marks his second collaboration with serial restaurateur Kenzo Tran — they previously opened Piranha Killer Ramen in Arlington. Located on the second floor of the new shopping and dining complex that includes Super Chix and Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Wabi House’s balcony patio, which includes comfy lounge chairs and a full-service, U-
shaped bar, is sure to become prime seating when the nice weather becomes more consistent. The interior offers one large communal table along with many other two-, four- and six-tops scattered throughout.
The menu includes a good mix of safe bets and experimental eats. Izakaya small plates are commonplace now, but yakitori (grilled skewered meats) are still a novelty. You can nibble on lamb chops and chicken hearts or go the safe route with bacon-wrapped enoki mushrooms and bacon-wrapped okra (4 pieces $2). Mostly bacon flavored (of course), the skinny enokis have a great crunch.
I sampled the Seared Hotate ($15) on this trip, and suggest you do the same. These four oversized U10 scallops showed up glazed, golden brown and perfectly tender inside. The pretty presentation was resting in a tangy ponzu bath and dusted with micro greens.
After a few trips, I can say I’ve tried most the varieties of ramen they have to offer. And, they are all perfect specimens. If you have been off ramen since college — and think of it as coming in a packet with dried noodles and pocket of powder — now is a good time to try it again. The noodles are fresh and specially crafted for Wabi, and the broths are a thing of beauty — slow simmered and rich.
Vegetarians can rejoice. The innocuous sounding Veggie ($10) is anything but a bore. The vegan noodles are classic and chewy, and the broth is every bit as tasty as the pork or chicken bases. Topped with enoki and shiitake mushrooms, crisp snap peas, baby bok choy, corn kernels, fresh scallion, bamboo shoots and a mayu oil drizzle, I promise, you won’t miss the meat.
The Dry Garlic ($11) is one I have been wanting to try, yet being self-conscious
Dry Garlic Ramen
Wabi House
Location: 1229 Eighth Ave.
For Info: 817.720.3100, wabihouse.com
What We Liked: The menu is a winner from top to bottom. It’s affordable and authentic.
What We Didn’t: The placement of high windows can be a bit blinding depending on the time of day you visit.
Recommendations: The Dry Garlic Ramen is a special treat. While the broth in the rest of the ramen lineup is to die for, the simplicity of this dish makes a real impact.
about the smell of my own breath had me hesitant. A mound of plumper-than-normal ramen noodles are dressed in a delicious garlic-infused dashi butter, and the dish is topped with a chasu pork roll that is tender and fatty, along with a poached egg. It is complemented by scallion, julienned cucumbers and a crisp sheet of nori seaweed. The results are unlike anything I’ve tasted before, but I’ll settle for calling it a unique and delicious treat. Other toppings can be added to customize any bowl, and lunch is a steal at $8 for most ramen. Desserts consist of a tapioca parfait and an interesting — and must-try — black
sesame brulée ($6). Black sesame seeds are currently trending and showing up in all kinds of recipes. Their toasty appeal lends itself to more than just salad dressing. This not-too-sweet brulée custard is creamy and intense. The ramekin is decorated with fresh seasonal berries. With an interesting collection of Asianinspired cocktails, a killer patio and the variety of small plates to satisfy any taste, the Wabi House is an idea spot for spring eats, even if you don’t have a piping hot bowl of ramen on your mind.
Seared Hotate
Veggie Ramen
Black Sesame Brulée
Texas Christian University and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes cordially invite you to the TCU-FCA
Night of Champions banquet
with KEYNOTE SPEAKER
ANGELA STANFORD
Ladies Professional Golf Association Major Champion (2018 Evian Championship)
FCA impacts the lives of TCU athletes, coaches, and students by building character, walking in faith, and encouraging leadership. Please consider supporting this vital ministry through purchasing a table sponsorship or buying individual tickets.
Gold: Elizabeth & Michael Patterson
Silver: Holly & David Rascoe
Bronze: Francie & Lance Cobb / Mulhollands
Sam Baugh Indoor Practice Facility
3000 Stadium Drive
Emcee: Brian Estridge “Voice of the Horned Frogs”
For information about sponsorships, tables and individual tickets, please visit our website at www.tcufca.org/banquet/ or call or email Beth Crowe
Phone: (214) 762-0977 or Email: bcrowe@fca.org
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ARLINGTON/MID-CITIES
Babe’s Chicken Dinner House 230 N. Center St., 817.801.0300. Lunch Hours 11am-2pm Mon.Fri.; Dinner Hours 5pm-9pm Mon.-Fri; All Day 11am-9pm Sat. and Sun. $
BJ’s Restaurant And Brewhouse 201 E. Interstate 20, 817.465.5225. 11am-midnight Mon.-Thur.; 11am-1am Fri.; 11am-1am Sat.; 10am-midnight Sun. $-$$
Chef Point Cafe 5901 Watauga Rd., Watauga, 817.656.0080. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.; 7am-10pm Sat.; 10am-8pm Sun. Breakfast Saturdays. $-$$
Houlihan’s 401 E. 1-20 Hwy., 817.375.3863. 11am-midnight, bar 1am Mon.-Thu.; 11am1am, bar 2am Fri.-Sat.; 11am-10pm, bar midnight Sun. $$-$$$
Humperdink’s Restaurant And Brewery 700 Six Flags Drive, 817.640.8553. 11am-midnight Sun.-Thurs.; 11am-2am Fri.-Sat. $$
J Gilligan’s Bar & Grill 400 E. Abram. 817.274.8561. 11am-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 11ammidnight Thu.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun.; drafthouse open nightly 11am-2am $
Mac’s Bar & Grill 6077 W. I-20 Frontage Rd., 817.572.0541. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am-2:30pm and 3pm-10pm Sun. $$
No Frills Grill 4914 Little Rd., 817.478.1766. Other locations: 801 S. Main St. #109, Keller, 817.741.6344. 2851 Matlock Rd., Ste. 422, Mansfield, 817.473.6699. 1550 Eastchase Pkwy., Ste. 1200, Arlington, 817.274.5433. 11am-2am daily. $ Rose Garden Tearoom 3708 W. Pioneer Pkwy., 817.795.3093. 11:30am-3:30pm Mon.-Sat.; closed Sun. $ Restaurant 506 at The Sanford House 506 N. Center St., 817.801.5541. Closed Mon.-Tues.; 11am-2pm, 5:30pm-9pm Wed.-Fri.; 10:30am2pm, 5:30pm-9pm Sat.; 10:30am-2pm Sun. $$ Southern Recipes Grill 2715 N. Collins St., 817.469.9878. 11am-9pm Mon.-Fri.; 8am-9pm Sat.; 8am-4pm Sun. $-$$
Mac’s on Main 909 S. Main St., Ste. 110, 817.251.6227. 11am-3pm, Lunch Mon.-Sat.; 4:30-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 4:30pm-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am-2:30pm Brunch, Sun.; 4:30pm-9:30pm Sun. $$
Tolbert’s Restaurant 423 S. Main St. 817.421.4888. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am9:30pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-8:30pm Sun. $$ Winewood Grill 1265 S. Main St., Grapevine, 76051 817.421.0200. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$-$$$ KELLER/LAKE COUNTRY
FnG Eats 201 Town Center Ln., Ste. 1101, 11am9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 10:30am10pm Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. . $$ Main St. Cafe 900 S. Main St., 817.741.7600. 6am9pm, daily. $
The Near Southside’s nonprofit eatery that’s now survived over a year on its pay-what-you-can principle — now serves brunch on weekends. The vegetarian and vegan options dominate. Among them, a meatless Beyond Burger, vegetarian Vietnamese fried rice and Pici Pasta — mushrooms and asparagus tossed in a garlic butter sauce and topped with pecorino Romano cheese. There are more traditional breakfast options, too, like chilaquiles and French toast, along with an omelet that’s also vegetarian. tasteproject.org
Smokey’s Bbq 5300 E. Lancaster Ave. 817.451.8222. 11am-”until we run out” Mon.Fri.; 8am-”until we run out” Sat.-Sun. $ The Smoke Pit 2401 E. Belknap St., 817.222.0455. 10:30am-3:30pm Mon.; 10:30am-7pm Tues.Wed.; 10:30am-8pm Thurs.-Fri.; 10:30am6pm Sat. $-$$
McKinley’s Fine Bakery & Café 1616 S. University Dr. Ste. 301, 817.332.3242, 7am-6:30pm Mon.Fri.; 8am-6:30pm Sat.; 11am-5pm Sun. $
Panera Bread 1700 S. University Dr., 817.870.1959. Other location: 1804 Precinct Line Rd., 817.605.0766. 1409 N. Collins, Arlington, 817.548.8726. 2140 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. S. 817.416.5566. 4611 S. Hulen St. 817.370.1802. 6:30am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 7am8pm Sun. $
Pearl Snap Kolaches 4006 White Settlement Road. 817.233.8899. 6am-2pm Mon.-Fri., 7am-2 pm Sat.-Sun. Other location: 2743 S Hulen Street. 817.233.8899. 6am-12pm Mon.Fri., 7am-12 pm Sat.-Sun. $
Simply Fondue 111 W. 4th St., 817.348.0633, 5pm10pm Sun.-Thurs.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$ Spiral Diner 1314 W. Magnolia, 817.332.8834. 11am-10pm Tue.-Fri.; 9am-10pm Sat.-Sun. $ Taste Community Restaurant 1200 South Main St., 817.759.9045. Tues.–Sun. 11am–2pm Winslow’s Wine Café 4101 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817.546-6843. Mon.-Thu. 4pm-11pm; Fri. 4pm-midnight; Sat. 10:30am-2pm and 4pm-midnight; Sun. 10:30am-2pm and 4pm-10pm. $-$$$$
Egyptian FORT WORTH
King Tut 1512 Magnolia Ave., 817.335.3051.
11am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat. 5:30pm-9pm Mon.-Sat. $$
French
ARLINGTON
La Madeleine 2101 N. Collins St., Arlington, 817.461.3634. 6:30am-10pm daily. Other location: 4201 S Cooper St., Arlington, 817.417.5100. 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ FORT WORTH
La Madeleine 6140 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.654.0471. 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. Other locations: 4626 SW Loop 820. 817.717.5200.; 900 Hwy. 114 W., Grapevine, 817.251.0255. 6:30am-10pm daily $ Paris 7th 3324 W 6th St. 817.489.5300. 5:30pm-9:30pm Tue -Sat.; Closed Sun.Mon. $$$ Saint-Emilion 3617 W. 7th St., 817.737.2781. 5:30pm-9:30pm Tue.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$$
Niki’s Italian Bistro II 2041 Rufe Snow Dr., Ste. 209, 817.514.0892. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$
Bosses Pizza 201 N. Main St., 817.337.9988. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ Devivo Bros. Eatery 750 S. Main St., Ste. 165, 817.431.6890. 7am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 7am-3pm Sun. $$
Joe’s Pasta ‘N Pizza 837 Keller Pkwy., 817.431.0361. 11am-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 12pm10pm Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $ My New York Pizza 841 N. Tarrant Pkwy, 817.514.7700. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am9pm Sun. $
Joe T. Garcia’s 2201 N. Commerce, 817.626.4356. Cash only. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Mon.Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-10pm Sun. $$ La Familia 841 Foch St., 817.870.2002, 11am-9pm Tues.-Thurs.; 11am-9:30pm Fri.-Sat.; Closed Sun.-Mon. $
La Playa Maya 6209 Sunset Dr., 817.738.3329. Other locations: 1540 N. Main St., 817.624.8411. 3200 Hemphill St., 817.924.0698. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ Los Asaderos 1535 N. Main St., 817.626.3399, 11am-10pm Mon.; Closed Tues.; 11am-10pm Wed.-Thurs.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat.; 10am10pm Sun. $-$$
Los Molcajetes 4320 Western Center Blvd., 817.306.9000. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.; 9am-10pm Sat.; 9am-9pm Sun. $ Los Vaqueros 2629 N. Main St., 817.624.1511,
High Heels & Hot Meals Luncheon
Featuring Keynote Speaker Mayor Betsy Price Reserve your table today! The Fort Worth Club June 13, 2019
Join other female community and business leaders for an entertaining and informative luncheon featuring a keynote address from Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price. You will enjoy a delicious lunch, fashion show, and silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Home-Delivered Meals program. 11:30 a.m. Champagne Reception 12:00 p.m. — Lunch and Keynote Address
For more information on sponsorship opportunities or ticket sales, please visit mealsonwheels.org/highheels, or contact Keith at 817-258-6450 or keith@mealsonwheels.org
11am-9pm Sun.-Thurs.; 11am-10pm Fri.Sat. Other Location: 3105 Cockrell Ave., 817.710.8828, 10:30am-9pm Sun.; 11am-9pm Mon.-Thurs.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. Crown Valley Golf Club, 29 Crown Road, Weatherford. 817.441.2300, 11am-9pm Tues.-Sun. $ Mi Cocina 509 Main St., 817.877.3600, 10:30am9pm Sun.; 10:30am-10pm Mon.-Thurs.; 10:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. Other locations: 4601 W. Freeway (I-30 and Hulen), 817.569.1444, 11am-10pm Mon.-Sun. 9369 Rain Lily Trail. 817.750.6426, 11am-10pm Tues.-Thurs.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat. $
The Original 4713 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.6226, 11am-9pm Tues.-Thurs.; 11am10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $ Pappasito’s Cantina 2704 W. Freeway, 817.877.5546. Other location: 321 W. Road to Six Flags, Arlington, 817.795.3535, 11am10pm Mon.-Thurs.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-10pm Sun. $$
Pulidos 2900 Pulido St., 817.731.4241. Other location: 5051 Hwy. 377 S., 817.732.7871. 11am9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ Rio Mambo 6125 SW Loop 820, 817.423.3124, 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thurs.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat.; 10am-9:30pm Sun. 1302 S. Main St., Weatherford. 817.598.5944, 11am9:30pm Mon.-Thurs.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 10am11pm Sat.; 10am-9:30pm Sun. $$
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» Nathanael Gassett is perhaps best known as the face behind Wero Kitchen, a food blog and podcast named after the Mexican slang term for “white guy.” He spends his time traveling and taste testing taquerias, all the while snapping photos — capturing this scene of folklorico ballet dancers in front of the Fort Worth Blackhouse during its Rock Island Car and Culture Show last year. And while he’s been everywhere from Brazil to Mexico, nothing beats home. “The goal is to share with more people the amazing things found in the city and the people who make them great,” he says.
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I am so revved My new garage! It’s brilliant! It’s bigger! I can flap my doors to their fullest. It feels amazing. There are even built-ins for all my grooming gear — my polishes, my creams, my sponges, my brushes. I could wax on and on. You know, the house attached to my new place isn’t bad, either — more space for my humans, and so many luxuries. But who needs a master suite with a spa-like bath when I’ve got a polished floor and a hydraulic lift?! I’ve got to give it to that agent from Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty: This is the change of gears we all needed.
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Orthopedic surgeon Bruce I. Prager has called Park Place “His Place” for the past 15 years. “Their customer service and products are five-star,” the Westlake resident said. Being a steadfast customer, he returned to Park Place Lexus Grapevine for his most recent purchase, a 2018 Lexus LC500. “My wife and I have owned a whole gamut of Lexus products — LS400, LX570, RC330 and my present LC500,” the father of two said. “The Lexus LC500 was a new model release from Lexus, and it had the look, performance and luxury that I had been looking forward to for years.” With its stunning looks, “the side and rear profile still wow me and everyone who sees this car,” he says. While magnificent
inside as out, it’s the Lexus LC500’s perfected exhaust growl that exceeded the doctor’s expectations: “It has a deep, throaty sound that is so unique to the vehicle.”
But for the Pragers, Park Place is more than a place to purchase a luxury car. “Park Place is my place because there is no other place to find a better dealership in the DFW Metroplex,” Dr. Prager said. “The salesmen, managers and service techs are all professional and will go the extra mile to make sure the customer is satisfied. They will always be there for you and make you feel like a friend, not just a customer.”
