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Save the Date

AS I LACED up a pair of retro quad skates under the glow of disco lights, a twinge of terror coursed through my body.

It had been nearly three decades since I’d gone roller skating, and now, inching my way toward the rink at Playland Skate Center, I realized it would be a much longer fall when I inevitably lost my balance. But pride overruled my fear: After a shaky start, careening around and sometimes into fellow skaters, I started to find a rhythm. By the time Daft Punk’s “One More Time” blared overhead, the song became a directive for me—another lap, I thought, and then I’ll stop. OK, one more. Soaking in the music, I felt my feet glide across the floor as I kept rolling for another 30 minutes. By the time I finally left the rink, I was smitten.

While it was not a date that led me to Playland that October afternoon—actually, I had attended a 6-year-old’s birthday party—the activity sparked something in me. As I looked around, watching couples laugh, link arms, and even tumble, I noticed that the childlike sport was a perfect way to bond and make memories together. The experience would help inspire the cover photo for this romance-themed issue, my first as editor-in-chief at Austin Monthly. When selecting models, we asked a local couple who had found love on national television—Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar of The Bachelor—to take a spin in quad skates for our playful shoot.

Whether you’re in a new relationship or have been married for decades, it’s easy to fall into a date night rut. So, in honor of Valentine’s Day, we decided to uncover fresh and classic ways to reignite love in Central Texas. With activities like sushi-making classes with your sweetheart, riding an alpine coaster together in New Braunfels, singing a duet at Ego’s on South Congress, or re-enacting the pottery scene in Ghost, writer Cynthia Houchin and I present dozens of ideas to spice up your routine in “50 Great Dates” (page 38).

In addition to Shallcross and Biggar, we photographed two other real-life local couples having fun in the capital city: Gustavo Padron and James Hearne making pottery at Broad Studios Club House, and Lindsey Sokol and Andrew DiLallo cooking up some pies at DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana.

For those who are looking to meet someone special this year, Austin Monthly is hosting its annual “Singles in the City” event on Feb. 8 at Superstition. Every winter, we highlight the most eligible free agents in Austin and throw a party where hundreds of fellow singles can come out and meet them. The flirty bash is a great way to mix and mingle in the new year, plus help raise money for Austin Pets Alive! Here’s to 2024—and to trying something new.

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Here Kitty Kitty Looking for a fabulous place to board Fluffy? This new Northwest Austin hotel is the cat’s pajamas. A lavish retreat designed specifically for felines, The Happy Cat Hotel & Spa boasts thrice-daily room service with your cat’s food from home, personalized playtime, and even web cams for owners to watch their kitties from afar. The hotel also features a stateof-the-art spa that provides everything from de-shedding to popular lion cuts. Arguably the best part of the concept is its 27 purr-fectly themed rooms—like the musiccentric Austin Kitty Limits with a guitar case that cats can sleep in or a rainforest-inspired room with bridges and a tree for pets to explore.

“We’ve really tried to make it a luxury experience for felines,” says co-owner Bill Henson. “People can go on vacation to Costa Rica, and so can their cat.” Pricing for the hotel starts at $75 per night for a standard room. happycathotel.com/austintx north —Madeline Hollern

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Collective Soul By fostering affordable workspaces and a cohesive community, Good Dad Studios is revolutionizing Austin’s visual art landscape.

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IN A CITY where music, nightlife, and food are in the spotlight, the fine arts scene can sometimes feel like an afterthought. But one local endeavor wants to change that. As many Central Texas artists have experienced both a dearth of available studio space and the rising cost of living, two art industry vets combined forces with a local architecture firm to create Good Dad Studios. Conceived with affordability in mind, the new studio complex is housed in a 43,000-square-foot Southeast Austin building owned by Calvin Chen, a partner at Bercy Chen Studio. The avid arts supporter worked with Jacqueline Overby (co-founder of San Marcos’ MotherShip Studios) and GD Wright (manager of Austin’s Bolm Studios) to convert the old office space into dozens of artist workplaces. Because Chen owns the building, he’s able to keep rent prices lower for artists by cutting out many of the expenses that normally come with running a physical space.

“We have this issue in Austin where there’s such a shortage of studios that if I have one space come available over at Bolm, I get hit up by 15 people in four hours from posting about it,” Wright says. With room for more than 85 rental spaces at Good Dad

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Studios, the boosted inventory is a game changer for one of the largest hurdles facing aspiring artists.

Adorned with vibrant work from muralists like Zuzu Perkal and BLVD on the exterior, the complex is filled with unique options for creatives, from a retrofitted 1960s bank vault that will be home to a one-year residency sponsored by the Carver Museum ATX Foundation to a planned giant shipping container for wood and metal workers. Notable tenants include Art for the People Gallery and local nonprofit the Girls Empowerment Network. The site also has plenty of flex space for panel discussions, gallery shows, and community initiatives.

In addition to lowering rental costs, the collective has programs where artists who find themselves in financial hardship can work-trade part of their rent for art education classes or on-site janitorial and landscaping duties. Ultimately, the goal is to take care of local creatives so they can thrive: “I was surprised when I moved here that most artists in this town have a day job, and then when they got off work, they [create] art,” Wright says. “I want to see everybody quit their job. To do that, you have to have this kind of economy.” gooddadstudios.com

Left: Artist Marcella Colavecchio in her workspace. Right: Good Dad Studios’ exterior features colorful murals from local creatives such as Zuzu Perkal (pictured).

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Scout Sounds of the City

Break on Through From post-punk darlings to an R&B-inspired chanteuse, here are four local bands to watch in 2024. BY LEE ACKERLEY

If you think the local music scene is synonymous with country and honky tonk, then you might have just stepped off a flight from LAX. Austin has long been a haven for rock, R&B, and avant-garde musical styles, a vibrant tapestry of genres that find fertile ground amongst the city’s discerning and eclectic fans. Fortune favors the bold, creative, and persistent, and our musical landscape is brimming with under-the-radar artists poised for national breakthrough—including these bands that are about to hit the big time.

Urban Heat Rarely has a band blindsided Austin with such an incendiary blend of stage presence, intoxicating anthems, and star power.

Frontman Jonathan Horstmann exudes the charisma of icons from the bygone era of ’80s dance rock, engaging his audiences with a balance of vulnerability and dominance. The galvanizing trio has breathed new life into the post-punk genre with their catchy, new wave–inspired gothtronica and has graduated to playing national festivals like Cruel World, Darker Waves, and Freakout Fest. Prepare for a deluge of singles dropping in the first half of the year, leading up to the release of their new album, The Tower, out this summer.

Sir Woman With her honeyed voice and versatile songwriting, musical tour de force Kelsey Wilson has fronted successful bands like Glorietta and Wild Child.

Her newest project blends R&B, funk, and soul into upbeat hits built on deep grooves. In 2023, the group was dubbed Band of the Year at the Austin Music Awards, and a follow-up to their debut is slated for release this year. Looking for proof they’ve really arrived? Consider their main stage performance at the renowned Newport Folk Festival this past July.

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Die Spitz Born out of the pandemic’s isolation, this punishing all-female punk quartet has taken the music scene by storm.

Echoing the raw, unbridled spirit of genre pioneers like The Dicks, Big Boys, and A Giant Dog, Die Spitz has injected a shot of adrenaline into Austin’s scene with their Nirvana-infused grunge melodies, Sabbath-inspired riffs, and untamed live spectacles. Fueling their meteoric rise, their uncaged energy secured opening slots for icons like OFF! and Amyl and the Sniffers.

Now, they’re set to traverse Texas supporting like-minded legends The Spits in January, paving the way for their new album and U.S. tour as headliners this year.

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Being Dead Featuring a mix of meandering surf rock, psychedelic pop melodies, and nightmarish outbursts, this enigmatic trio defies categorization. Their debut album, When Horses Would Run, garnered national acclaim last year for its off-kilter and inventive sound, and now the band is set to spread their lysergic brand of Americana evangelism across the country. Up next: Being Dead will tour the West Coast with Husbands starting in February and are set to release their much-anticipated next album in September.

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Law and Disorder Amid a budget boost and a new director of oversight, can an understaffed police force mend a tense relationship with the populace it’s sworn to protect and serve?

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THE THINNING BLU E L INE These numbers paint a troubling picture of policing trends in the capital city.

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funding in 2020. That move has made recruiting tougher for a job that many already deem thankless and dangerous. This past November, the risks of the profession became painfully clear during a hostage situation where 38-year-old Jorge Pastore became the first Austin officer to be shot and killed in the line of duty since 2012.

Last spring, local government approved APD salaries that included a raise in anticipation of the expiring contract between the two parties. That formal agreement, which has yet to be renewed, has been a key point of tension in an ongoing standoff.

In February 2023, former City Manager Spencer Cronk announced that an agreement had been reached with the Austin Police Association (APA, the union that represents APD), but then had to walk that back after City Council contradicted the stance.

Rejecting a proposed contract outright is rare, and the snub sent a shockwave through the police force and prompted a mass exodus that included Chief of Police Joseph Chacon, who retired abruptly in August.

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ON SEPT. 13, Murphy McCullough endured a harrowing phone call in which she heard her sister experience a head-on car collision on the other end of the line. McCullough rushed to the scene of the accident only to find that the Austin Police still hadn’t turned up, despite being alerted. In fact, the blue and red flashers of a police car didn’t arrive until about three hours later. “I grew up in this city. I respect law enforcement. Last night was unacceptable,” she wrote on social media the following day.

When news of the incident made headlines, voices of disapproval weren’t limited to the city’s progressive contingent—both boosters and reformists admit that the situation between Austinites and the organization sworn to protect and serve them has been fraught as of late.

Some Austinites have suggested that local police have “quiet quit” the job—a perspective evidenced by the fact that citizens were waiting almost three minutes just for someone to pick up the phone at the 911 call center this past summer. Even staunch supporters have noted the malaise but are quick to pin the blame on City Council for cutting department January/February 2024

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the department budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year ranks as the largest in Austin history at $476.5 million, up more than $30 million from the previous year. (The city is also bound by 2021 state legislation spearheaded

by Texas Republicans that requires police budgets to increase or remain static each year.)

Beyond mundane fiscal and personnel issues, Austin Police has been scrutinized for a number of tragic incidents in the last few years. In April 2020, Mike Ramos was shot and killed by officer Christopher Taylor, whose murder trial ended in November with no verdict due to a hung jury. Later that spring, 16-year-old Brad Ayala sustained a severe brain injury after being shot with “less lethal” crowd control ammunition by policeman Nicholas Gebhart. And Reice Samuel Brown died in a local hospital after being tased by an Austin officer on the side of the highway this past October. In total, police misconduct has cost the city of upwards of $73 million over the last decade, according to a 2023 report by Kroll Associates, a New York–based financial analysis firm. For comparison, the City of Dallas spent only about $10 million on settlements over a similar period of time.

All of this was likely on the minds of Austin voters this May when they overwhelmingly passed Prop A, which expands the reach of the Office of Police Oversight.

Interim City Manager Jesús Garza found himself in his own controversy after he appointed Gail McCant as its new director without conducting a national search as promised. However, Garza brushed aside that pushback, citing Prop A as a reason that the city needed to move expeditiously to meet the desires of voters.

In response to the ballot measure, the APA walked away from negotiating a new contract and have said they won’t return as long as the city plans to implement all aspects of Prop A. But negating the will of voters doesn’t seem like a reasonable expectation. In an ideal world, oversight could be a pathway to ameliorating the fractured relationship, but APA stands opposed to independent oversight. For her part, McCant says, “At Austin’s Office of Police Oversight, everything we do is to promote an atmosphere of earned trust between Austinites and the Austin Police Department. When people have concerns or complaints about potential police misconduct, those concerns need to be heard, investigated, and resolved.”

As constituents move for more transparency involving law enforcement, the City Council passed a resolution at a Sept. 14 meeting to develop a publicly accessible data dashboard. “This has been a known need—to have information available for our community to access data on the types of arrests that our police department are doing,” says Councilmember Vanessa Fuentes, who co-sponsored the resolution along with José “Chito” Vela. That endeavor will first need a plan of action from the city manager, but it could be rolled out sometime next year.

Regardless of the arduous path forward and the complexity of the job, the police force’s primary obligation is to serve the public, and that includes a critical populace and a demanding city government. Change is never easy, but Austin’s clear-cut identity and overwhelming support for fresh approaches could be an opportunity to move policing into a new era. First, the two parties must get back to the negotiating table. APA’s stonewalling in response to a democratic election result seems a bit like leaving citizens waiting hours to respond to a call.

What was the word Murphy McCullough used after her terrifying incident? Unacceptable.

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Sound Advice A new music business certification program at Huston-Tillotson aims to bolster the industry around one of Austin’s primary economic generators. BY BRYAN C. PARKER

Entrepreneur and instructor Philip Payne brings valuable real-world experience to HustonTillotson’s music business certification program.

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LAST FEBRUARY, ENTREPRENEUR Philip Payne got a call from his close friend Ogden Payne (no relation), who had a pitch for an entirely new venture. Through his company, For the Students, Ogden had already devised the curriculum for a six-week music business certification program and was set to partner with Huston-Tillotson University (HT), but he needed an instructor and had someone specific in mind. A successful promoter and talent manager, Philip helped ScoreMore Shows rise to acclaim and had worked with artists such as Drake, Mac Miller, and Tory Lanez. But the prospect of being a teacher? That wasn’t on his radar.

Surprise aside, the idea of sharing the wealth of his knowledge and insight with the Austin community that helped launch his career allured him. Fast forward nine months to a chilly night in November, and Philip stood before a classroom of 25 students, giving them a rundown of the basics of A&R (artists and repertoire), the ins and outs of music publishing, and how to market to contemporary consumers.

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artists will tell you that it lags far behind cities like Los Angeles, New York, and Nashville. While music in the capital city generates nearly $2 billion in annual economic activity, the median income for those working in the industry was just $35,000$49,000 as of the 2015 music census. “With a lot of musicians that I spoke to, one thing that kept coming up was that they don’t make a lot of money, but this is a billion-dollar industry,” says Rohan Thompson, dean of HT’s School of Business and Technology.

Every year, a parade of talented artists and aspiring producers leave the capital city in search of better opportunities. HT’s program aims to change that. It will not only supply real-world know-how from a successful homegrown mind, but also allow students an inside track to internships at two music industry juggernauts right here in town: C3 Presents and SXSW, which are both official partners for the enterprise. Additionally, C3 provided scholarship funds for a select number of students, which was a massive help with the project’s initial launch. “We’ve got full-time staff that started as interns,” says SXSW director of music festival programming Brian Hobbs.

Among the students registered for the course is Chelsea Williams, a San Marcos High School grad and freshman business major at Huston-Tillotson.

With a love for hip-hop artists like Future and Rod Wave, Williams saw the certification program as a perfect complement to her coursework. “When Philip started telling us his story, it just really opened my eyes,” she says. “You don’t have to play an instrument to be in the music industry.” Williams adds that she could see herself pursuing a career pathway in managing artists in the future.

The program, which is open to the public rather than just HT students, has appealed to seasoned vets like David Brendan Hall as well. A music journalist and photographer, Hall has worked in the field for decades but recently ventured into promotions and marketing. He saw the course as a way to sharpen his awareness of trends and help foster connections.

Given HT’s status as a historically Black university, the course also addresses the lack of diversity that Austin chronically faces: The city’s Black population has decreased from 10 percent to just over 7 percent over the last two decades. “When you talk about the declining numbers of African-Americans here in Austin, that number also is reflected in the music industry,” Thompson says.

“We thought that this would be a really good way to bring more diversity to the music industry, because it’s needed.”

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DR. GREGORY THIEL Doctor Thiel has been practicing pediatric dentistry in Austin, TX since 2004. He is boardcertified in Pediatric Dentistry and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

He completed his Master’s degree at The Ohio State University and his Pediatric Residency at Columbus Children’s Hospital.

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Taking the Bait As Shark Tank celebrates 15 years on the air, we look back at the most memorable deals, duds, and guest appearances from Austinites. BY MADELINE HOLLERN Since debuting in 2009, ABC’s popular investment show has become a fixation for entrepreneurs looking to land the deal of their dreams. In honor of its big anniversary, here’s a timeline of noteworthy locals featured on the show, from a jewelry maven who’s now a recurring shark to brands just trying to avoid hearing the dreaded phrase: “For that reason, I’m out.”

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John Paul DeJoria After early life experiences that included being placed in the foster care system as a child and later living out of his car, this entrepreneur made brilliant investments with Paul Mitchell and Patrón. Because of his rags-to-riches background, the Austin billionaire brought fresh perspective to Shark Tank in season 5 as a guest judge.

This booze brand had plenty of reasons to propose a toast following its successful pitch.

After a bidding battle among several judges, the company locked in a $1 million investment from Mark Cuban—one of the largest deals in the show’s history.

As of 2022, BeatBox had grown to more than 40,000 retail locations.

The ask: $200,000 for a 10 percent stake Final result: $1 million for a 33 percent stake

2014 Beardbrand Hirsute founder Eric Bandholz found himself in a hairy situation with the sharks: Not a single one extended an offer, and Lori Greiner even went so far as to say that the products would only interest the Amish. But his company certainly benefited from the exposure of the national show, and now, Beardbrand boasts more than $7 million in sales annually.

The ask: $400,000 for a 15 percent stake Final result: No deal

While pitching his KoreanMexican barbecue concept beloved for its kimchi fries, owner Jae Kim initially agreed to partner with Barbara Corcoran for $600,000 for a 20 percent stake, but he had a change of heart after the show and walked away from the deal. The company has since grown to have 12 locations across Texas.

Final result: No deal

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At just 10 years old, Mikaila Ulmer dazzled the sharks as she presented her buzzworthy fresh-squeezed lemonade line alongside her dad, Theo. They ultimately inked a deal with Daymond John. By 2020, the company (now called Me & the Bees) had sold more than 1 million bottles.

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2021 Proper Good Donning colonial garb and wigs, British-born siblings Chris and Jennifer Jane impressed the sharks with their ready-to-eat meals—but judges questioned their high customer acquisition rate. Ultimately, Cuban decided to bite, and now the line is sold at Walmart and Thrive Market.

The ask: $400,000 for a 10 percent stake Final result: $400,000 for a 20 percent stake

2023 Dating by Blaine Blaine Anderson helps men navigate modern courtship by overhauling their dating apps and providing coaching. After a bit of negotiation with Cuban, she scored a match of her own with a deal on Shark Tank.

The ask: $100,000 for a 2 percent stake Final result: $100,000 for a 10 percent stake

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Roll Out at Playland Skate Center Open since the 1970s, this retro roller rink will take you back to the Dazed and Confused era of Austin. Whether you choose to rollerblade or quad skate, there are plenty of chances to hold hands—or even soften your date’s fall!—during the skate center’s adults-only nights on Tuesdays from 7 to 11 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 to midnight. Enjoy pickle pops, slushes, and libations from in-rink Pete’s Eats after you glide underneath the disco lights.

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Get Your Cards Read at Irene’s

Named after a real-life gambling granny with a big heart, this downtown bar and restaurant peddles love and magic during its weekly Tarot Thursdays. Delve into your deepest desires and relationship queries with resident witch Hexe Tarot and other readers. Arrive early to sign up for one of the free mini tarot card sessions from 7 to 9 p.m. as you take advantage of tequila cocktail specials. irenesaustin.com

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Hide Away at Visitant Social Club

Cozy up to your crush at this mobile speakeasy tucked behind Project Disco on the East Side. Order craft cocktails like its avocado margarita with a hibiscus salt rim in the retrofitted box truck, which is illuminated by a swirling disco ball. The intimate setting only fits 10 guests at a time, so consider snagging reservations in advance. Open Wednesday through Saturday. visitant.club

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Sample Whiskey at Still Austin

For a lively date idea, head to this distillery at The Yard to learn about the intricate milling, mashing, fermenting, and barreling process. The one-hour tour explores the journey of Still’s handcrafted whiskey from Texas-grown grains to the lowball glass. After the tour, discover how to properly nose the aroma and let the flavor roll across your tongue.

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Learn Boozy History at The Roosevelt Room

Get spirited away with your sweetheart during this downtown lounge’s bartending master class series, which ranges in topics from Brandies of the World (Jan. 14) to Vodka, Gin, Genever, & Aquavit (Feb. 18). Wet your whistle as you drink in the rich history of liquor. The classes are taught on select Sundays from noon to 2:30 p.m. therooseveltroomatx.com

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Swirl, Sniff, and Sip at The Meteor

If you and your beau love natty wine, head to this South Congress shop on Tuesdays from 5 to 8 p.m., where you two can sample four natural wines that rotate weekly. Producers are often on-site to walk you through each variety, and The Meteor offers discounts on all the sampled vinos if you want to take a bottle home with you. themeteor.cafe

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Drink Liquid Gold at West China Tea

Looking to heat things up? Discover the secrets of classic Thai dishes like spicy curries and sweet mango sticky rice from chef Jam Sanitchat of 8) Thai Fresh. Cooking classes are taught Monday and Tuesday evenings at Confituras Kitchen. At Springdale General’s informal sushi house, 9) Uroko, you and your beloved can learn the art of Japanese rolls and temaki (hand roll sushi) made from vinegared rice and veggies enclosed in nori (seaweed) with classes at their neighboring Tonari event space. If you’d rather be rolling in the dough of fresh stone-ground flour, try 10) Barton Springs Mill classes like doughnut or pizza making (the latter is taught by the founders of Fredericksburg’s Prometheus Pizza). Interested in a Valentine’s Day–themed cake-decorating workshop or Crêpe Brunch partner class in January? Sign up for a session at French bakery 11) La Pâtisserie, where you’ll master making macaron shells and sweet filling. Bon appétit! thai-fresh.com; urokoaustin.com; bartonspringsmill .com; lpaustin.com

Tea for two, anyone? This specialty importer of farm-direct Chinese tea has a wide range of tastings and events like No Lights No Lycra, a monthly sober dance party in the dark, and Dream Tea, a circle discussion to share and reflect on your nightly visions. (Take note that the space will be relocating from its current I-35 location in early 2024, so check online for updates.) westchinatea.com

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Make Your Own Pizzas at DeSano When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore! Sign up for DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana’s adorable Monday night “pizza school,” where dynamic duos can craft personalized pies at its Burnet Road location. Knead (or even toss) some dough side by side before adding sauce, cheese, and toppings to your own Neapolitan pizzas. After staff pops the pies in the wood-fired oven, you can slice and enjoy them together. desanopizza.com

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Eat, Drink, and Be Merry at Hill Country Chocolate

Sure, you’ve tried wine and cheese pairings—but what about vino and chocolate?

If your honey has a sweet tooth, take a romantic drive west to Fredericksburg to experience the Premiere Wine & Chocolate tasting at Hill Country Chocolate.

During the palate-pleasing class, expert chocolatiers complement bean-to-bar confections, sea salt caramel, and bon bons with Italian wines like Rossa Toscana and Moscato d’Asti. hillcountrychocolate.com

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Get Cheesy at Antonelli’s Cheese Shop

They say the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach. Celebrate your mutual love of cheese at Antonelli’s Late Night Date Nights. From 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. on select evenings, guests can share curated tasting boards with bites such as Pure Luck Chevre, Brie de Nangis, charcuterie, pickles, and craft chocolates during this intimate tasting in Antonelli’s historic Cheese House. antonellischeese.com January/February 2024

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BELT IT OUT AT EGO’S

Details: This whimsical dive on SoCo hosts karaoke every night from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. in front of a fun-loving crowd. While singing talent is not required, enthusiasm is key.

What to bring: Ideas for your favorite duets.

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PUTT AROUND AT PETER PAN MINI-GOLF

Details: A bucket list item for any local, this South Austin staple features two courses with kitschy obstacles like a giant T-Rex and Captain Hook.

What to bring: The site is BYOB, so bring a cooler with drinks (just no glass containers).

LEARN TO TWO-STEP AT BROKEN SPOKE

Details: Wednesdays through Saturdays from 8 to 9 p.m., vivacious instructor Terri White teaches the Texas Two-Step as well as some Western Swing and the Cotton-Eyed Joe to visitors. Get there by 7:30 to sign up.

What to bring: Cash, as the venue does not accept cards.

ATTEND A MOVIE PARTY AT ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE

Details: While the Austin cinema is famous for its no-talking policy, the rowdy movie parties are a whole other animal.

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Enjoy a Night at the Museum If you’ve driven down Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard lately, you’ve likely noticed the gorgeous new petal-like structures lining the Blanton Museum of Art’s courtyard. Take your date to admire its recently revamped grounds and explore Ellsworth Kelly’s famed Austin exhibition.

The museum is now open until 8 p.m. every Saturday—and on the second Saturday of the month, it has food, drinks, tours, and live music from 3 p.m. until close. blantonmuseum.org

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Snap Surreal Photos at the Museum of Illusions

If you’re ready to make your relationship Instagram official, there’s no better place to get incredible footage than among these 70-plus mind-boggling illusions. Film your partner walking through the swirling Vortex Tunnel, pose with your sweetheart at the Clone table, or even snap a pic of your boo doing a handstand on top of a bike. Impressive! moiaustin.com

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Spend Time in Nature at Zilker Botanical Garden

At this beautiful tucked-away space, couples can literally stop to smell the roses. In addition to 28 acres of bonsai trees, koi ponds, and meandering pathways, Zilker Botanical Garden features monthly events such as forest bathing and vinyasa yoga in the garden. zilkergarden.org

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Make a masterpiece with your partner at this relaxed studio setting, where budding artists will be guided on acrylic painting atop a canvas for two or three hours. Themes range from Paint Your Pet (a portion of proceeds sometimes benefit Austin Humane Society) to seasonal and blacklight options. Bring your own booze for added inspiration, or try the activity at home with a paint kit. paintingwithatwist.com

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Get Crafty at Upstairs Circus

Choose your own DIY adventure at this workshop-bar amalgamation in downtown Austin. Share a tête-à-tête with your mate as you each create items like customized leather luggage tags, magnetic bottle openers, or stone serving trays. Advance reservations are suggested. upstairscircus.com

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Fire Things Up at Ghost Pepper Glass

If you are looking for a cute weekend activity, this East Side glassblowing studio offers Friday and Saturday “crash courses” for beginners. Pick your colors and an instructor will help twist, fold, and shape delicate molten glass into keepsakes like ornaments or paperweights. ghostpepperglass.com

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Did you know you can walk shelter dogs at Austin Animal Center? No advanced sign up or training necessary! Between the hours of 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. daily, volunteers can grab a leash and take a stroll around the shelter grounds with dogs who have a green dot on their kennel. austin texas.gov/austin-animal-center

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If you love live music but can’t afford crazy ticket prices, start the year by attending Free Week in the Red River Cultural District. The annual event (Jan. 5-6) features free concerts across the city at more than a dozen venues. redriver culturaldistrict.org/free-week

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Break a sweat hiking up 102 steps together at West Austin landmark Mount Bonnell. The effort is worth it, as this popular engagement spot features a breathtaking view from the highest point in the city. mountbonnell.com

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Whether you or your partner are sober or just partaking in Dry January, check out Paige Danoff’s fun-filled, booze-free activities around town, including monthly trivia nights at Sans Bar. Get event details on Instagram at @soberandfunky.

Pay homage to one of the most romantic moments in cinema history—the pottery scene in Ghost—at this handson clay experience with Broad Studios.

The female-owned art collective’s popular Saturday night date class includes a wheel-throwing lesson as well as a bottle of wine and a charcuterie board to nosh on after the session. Staff will fire your terra cotta pot for you to pick up later, and even top it off with a succulent as a lovely memento. broadstudiosclubhouse.com

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Show Off Your Skills at Urban Axes

Want to earn bull’s-eye bragging rights? Get ready to chuck axes toward a target in your own private lane. Each visit starts off with safety instructions from an “Axepert” coach, followed by single-handed and two-handed practice tosses to perfect your form. The BYOB experience is designed for groups of two and up, so you can check it out as a pair or invite another couple for a double date. urbanaxes.com

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Puppy Love From dachshund races to goat hikes, here are 4 great animalcentric dates across Bat City.

Mix things up with the help of some four-legged friends: Dynamic duos can cheer on corgis, weenie dogs, and even armadillos during 31) Skinny’s Off-Track Bar’s hilarious animal races, which take place throughout the month. Couples looking for a new pet can bond with adoptable kitties at brand-new 32) Purr-fecto Cat Lounge or get into downward dog next to available canines or cats during Austin Pets Alive!’s recurring puppy and kitten yoga classes at 33) Inner Diva Studios. When the weather is nice, head to 34) Jester King to hike the property and meet a few of its 75 Nigerian dwarf goats. The brewery regularly hosts guided walks, tours, and even goat yoga. Aww! skinnysotb.com; purrfectocatlounge.com; innerdivastudios.com; jesterkingbrewery.com

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Explore the Lake with Retro Boat Rentals

Go back in time on these delightful vintage fiberglass boats, which have been restored with throwback midcentury color schemes and chrome details.

For the full effect, snag some of the complimentary speakers at the dock so you can jam out to nostalgic tunes during your 90-minute ride along Lady Bird Lake. The retro cruisers can fit up to four passengers, and you can bring your own libations in non-glass containers. retroboatsatx.com

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If you haven’t already jumped on the pickleball bandwagon, the new year is a great time to start. Take your significant other to new heights as you play at brand-new Austin Pickle Ranch, which features eight rooftop courts with skyline views. Non-members can snag a reservation online three days in advance, while members can book 10 days ahead. austinpickleranch.com

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Fall (in Love!) at Chaparral Ice

Glide on over to Northcross Mall for a cutting-edge date experience. This locally owned ice rink has proudly claimed the title of coolest place in town for the last 25 years with a range of daily public skate times. Just remember to bring a thick pair of socks and your sense of humor. chaparralice.com

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Shoot Your Shot at Cidercade

Channel your childlike wonder as you challenge your mate to a game of SkeeBall, air hockey, and pop-a-shot basketball at this downtown arcade. The space features more than 150 retro and modern arcade games—with many of them available for two players—plus cider drinks, bites, and views of Lady Bird Lake. cidercade.com/austin

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Fly High at AcroYoga Austin

It takes two to practice this type of gravity-defying workout: The activity combines partnered acrobatics with elements of yoga and gymnastics. Sign up for the free beginner’s orientation every Friday at 8 p.m., where you and your love will learn several basic poses and transitions before you take flight. acroyogaaustin.org

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Take a weekend drive to New Braunfels to ride on the new Cliff Carver, the first alpine coaster in Texas.

While the gravity-propelled sled can reach speeds up to 25 mph, each two-seat car has manual brakes, so you and your ride-or-die can opt for a slower cruise as it winds down nearly a mile of track. Book online to go on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. camp fimfo.com/texas-hill-country

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May we have this dance? Improve your moves and let your body do the talking with the Intro to Ballroom class at this Domain NORTHSIDE studio, which was founded by Dancing with the Stars alums. During the Monday night class, you’ll learn foundational steps to sweep someone off their feet with classics like the Waltz and Foxtrot, alternating weekly each month. dancewithmeusa.com

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For an action-packed date, head to the downtown or North Austin locations of Punch Bowl Social, where you can flaunt your stellar hand-eye coordination with activities including bowling, corn hole, foosball, and darts. If you have a special nostalgia for the board games of your youth, strike up a game of life-size Scrabble or Connect 4, then cap off your night with an order of basque cheesecake or flourless chocolate torte. punchbowlsocial.com

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Sink a Hole-in-One at The Dirdie Birdie

Get into the swing of things at this elaborate indoor mini-golf mecca at The Domain, which has holes inspired by iconic Austin structures such as Circuit of The Americas, the Capitol, and HOPE Outdoor Gallery. Should you and your date work up an appetite during the game, the venue features a full menu by chef Nic Yanes (Juniper, Uncle Nicky’s). dirdiebirdieatx.com

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Plot Your Exit at Escape Hour Austin

With this immersive storytelling experience, couples can put their teamwork skills to the test. Brave rooms like pirate-themed Dead Man’s Cove or Call of the Ancient, where you must lock away an evil being unleashed by Freemasons. With the help of a game master, you and your partner can band together and follow clues to solve puzzles before time runs out. escape houraustin.com

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Feel stress melt away as you bond with your beloved at this award-winning spa. The resort’s My Guy and I Spa Package includes an aromatherapy massage à deux followed by 50-minute facials and lunch at on-site Aster Café. Before you leave the lush property, walk down to the dock to enjoy a moment of serenity together by the water. lakeaustin.com

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Unwind at Viva Day Spa

For a memorable way to celebrate Valentine’s Day—or any special occasion—sign up for the Delicious Duet Couples Spa Package at Viva (pictured). Slip into plushy robes and luxuriate together during side-by-side Swedish massages, sauna time with cool peppermint towels, coconut-vanilla body wraps, and warm sugar foot scrubs. How sweet it is! vivadayspa.com

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Take a Milk Bath at Spa Réveil

Experience head-to-toe relaxation during this spa’s two-hour Couple’s Egyptian Reverie treatment, where twosomes can soak in a soothing milk bath inside a private couples’ suite, then further unwind with silk body wraps as well as Swedish and scalp massages. The calming service concludes with a full beverage service for two. spareveil.com

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Colleen S. Adkins ARC Round Rock 940 Hesters Crossing, Round Rock 512-244-9024 Sumit Bose Baylor Scott & White Clinic 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100 Karim Zul Dhanani Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Thomas Leath Allergy Partners of Austin 3410 Far West Blvd., Ste. 146 512-488-1282 Maya Pramod Lele Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Allen K. Lieberman Austin Family Allergy and Asthma 10801 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 2, Ste. 150 512-346-7936 Kelly H. Simpson ARC Medical Plaza Specialty 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg. B, Stes. 200, 211, & 220, Cedar Park 512-260-1581 Paul Vigo Allergy & Asthma Consultants LLP 720 W. 34th St., Ste. 200 512-454-5821

Chad Paul Dieterichs U.S. Anesthesia Partners of Texas-Central TX 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 570 512-454-2554 Rudy Garza Advanced Pain Care 2000 S. Mays St., Ste. 201, Round Rock 254-741-6641 Christopher Getto U.S. Anesthesia Partners of Texas-Central TX 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 570 512-454-2554 Jonathan Julia Greater Austin Pain Center 4210 Benner Road, Kyle 512-298-1645 Marissa Mery U.S. Anesthesia Partners of Texas-Central TX 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 570 512-454-2554 Bobby Perales Baylor Scott & White Health 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Garrett W. Scales U.S. Anesthesia Partners of Texas-Central TX 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 570 512-454-2554 Ty Terrasso Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 2600 E. Pflugerville Pkwy., Ste. 100, Pflugerville 512-654-6100

Bariatric Surgery Nicole Basa B+A Surgeons 1410 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 1, Cedar Park 512-260-3444 Jinnie A. Bruce Baylor Scott & White Clinic 2600 E. Pflugerville Pkwy., Ste. 200, Pflugerville 512-654-6500 Steven M. Fass Capital Surgeons Group 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 250 512-302-1210

Breast Imaging Stephen A. Agatston ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Sarah S. Avery ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Simone M. Bridges ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Patricia H. Gallagher ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Michael Pfeifer II ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100 Stephen Bryan Price ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Erin Winston Austin Breast Imaging 12319 N. Mopac Expy., Plaza North Bldg. C, Ste. 320 512-776-1000

Breast Surgery Edward J. Bombach Cedar Park Breast Center 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg.

B, Ste. 419, Cedar Park 512-379-3850 Caroline Coombs-Skiles Texas Breast Specialists - Austin Downtown 1015 E. 32nd St., Ste. 306 512-872-7200 Moya Griffin Texas Breast Specialists - Austin North 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 120 512-873-8900 Sangeetha Kolluri Wildflower Breast Center 4613 Bee Caves Road, Bldg. A, Ste. 102 512-862-1881 Aimee Mackey Texas Breast Specialists - South Austin and San Marcos 4101 James Casey St., Ste. 100 512-687-1300 Nancy G. Marquez Capital Surgeons Group 505 W. Louis Henna Blvd., Ste. 220 512-498-4860 Kelly Martinez Baylor Scott & White Clinic 2608 Brockton Drive 512-654-4050 Bridget O’Brien Texas Oncology 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg.

C, Ste. 200, Cedar Park 512-260-6050

Julie Sprunt Texas Breast Specialists - Austin Midtown and Bastrop 901 W. 38th St., Ste. 300 512-421-4111 Sherrie Thomas Texas Breast Specialists - Austin North and Round Rock 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 120 512-873-8900

Cardiac Electrophysiology Robert Canby Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 700 512-807-3150 G. Joseph Gallinghouse Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 700 512-807-3150 Kristopher M. Heinzman Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440 Mauricio Hong Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440 Thomas K. Kurian Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440 Ajay Tripuraneni Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Jason D. Zagrodzky Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 700 512-807-3150

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John Villacis The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

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Digestive Health* Deepak Agrawal, MD Elisa Furay, MD S . Joga Ivatury, MD F. P. "Tripp" Buckley III, MD

Rheumatology Veena Patel, MD

Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute Moe “Harry” Hein Aung, MD Eileen Bowden, MD Eric Crowell, MD Gene Kim, MD Mulva Clinic for the Neurosciences Mul David Paydarfar, MD

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Urology* J . Stuart Wolf, Jr., MD Harras Zaid, MD UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s** Glendaliz Bosques, MD Dave Clarke, MD Jane C. Edmond, MD D aniel Freedman, DO Louisa Keith, MD Sara Pavitt, MD Steve Roach, MD Elizabeth C. Tyler-Kabara, MD Vettaikorumakankav “Veda” Vedanarayanan, MD

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Institute for Cardiovascular Health* George Arnaoutakis, MD Joseph DuBose, MD J oshua Grimm, MD William F. Kessler, MD

Surgical Oncology Kimberly Brown, MD Declan Fleming, MD Alex B. Haynes, MD Samuel E. “Rhett” Long, III, MD

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Infectious Disease Clinic Elizabeth Douglass, MD

Musculoskeletal Institute Kevin Bozic, MD Anthony “AJ” Johnson, MD Karl Koenig, MD Mark Queralt, MD David Ring, MD Da

Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease** Charles D. Fraser, Jr., MD D. Byron Holt, MD Carlos M. Mery, MD

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Abdominal Transplant Center* Joel T. Adler, MD Nicole Turgeon, MD

UT Health Austin Pediatric Psychiatry at Dell Children’s** Ryan Brown, MD Ry Women’s Health* Yvette Williams-Brown, MD

*In partnership with Ascension Seton **In partnership with Dell Children’s Medical Center Austin Monthly’s Top Doctors list is created using a peer nomination survey, research, screening, and selection process facilitated by Castle Connolly.

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Cardiology Thomas Charles Baldacchino Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Leticia Castillo Kontak Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Edward Chafizadeh Cardio Texas 1015 E. 32nd St., Ste. 508 512-807-3140 Joe Chavez Baylor Scott & White Clinic 2600 E. Pflugerville Pkwy., Ste. 200, Pflugerville 512-654-6500

Gerald V. Levy Texas Heart & Vascular 4316 James Casey St., Bldg. C 512-623-5300 Tuan D. Nguyen Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440 Vinh D. Nguyen Texas Heart & Vascular 4316 James Casey St., Bldg. A 512-623-5300 Vu D. Nguyen Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440 Norman E. Risinger Austin Heart 2559 Western Trails Blvd., Ste. 200 512-899-2028

Mary B. Cishek Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440

Paul J. Roach Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440

Deborah L. Ekery Austin Heart 900 W. 38th St., Ste. 400 512-206-3600

George P. Rodgers Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 11111 Research Blvd., Ste. 300 512-617-1916

Michael S. Grad Cardiovascular Specialists of Texas 2200 Park Bend Drive, Bldg. 1, Ste. 401 512-807-3160 Pavan Karnati Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Andrew Carl Kontak Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

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Jacobo Vazquez Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Robert J. Wozniak Cardiovascular Specialists Of Texas 2200 Park Bend Drive, Bldg. 1, Ste. 401 512-807-3160

Cardiology: Heart Failure Kunjan A. Bhatt Austin Heart 3801 N. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 300 512-206-3600 Raymond E. Bietry Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440 Clay A. Cauthen Ascension Seton Heart Specialty Care & Transplant 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 514 512-681-0500 Jerome Thomas Austin Heart 3801 N. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 300 512-206-3600

Cardiology: Invasive Interventional

Manish Chauhan St. David’s Heart & Vascular - Central Austin 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 700 737-931-1100 Vijay Ganesh Divakaran Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Rafael Eduardo Gonzalez Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Joseph Imsais Cardiovascular Specialists of Texas 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-4051 Vamsi Sistla Krishna Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1180 Seton Pkwy., Ste. 450, Kyle 512-504-0860 Thomas R. McMinn Austin Heart 900 W. 38th St., Ste. 400 512-206-3600 Peter P. Monteleone Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440

Itamar Birnbaum Neurological Surgery 1015 E. 32nd St., Ste. 508 512-807-3140

Mark J. Pirwitz Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440

Amy Butler Stancoven Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Nathan Boyer Texas Heart & Vascular 4316 James Casey St., Bldg. C 512-623-5300

Paul A. Tucker II Texas Heart & Vascular 4316 James Casey St., Bldg. A 512-623-5300

Eric Tiblier Austin Cardiac Clinic 901 W. 38th St., Ste. 400 512-206-2988

Angel Eduardo Caldera Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Jonathan I. Sheinberg Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 5656 Bee Caves Road, Ste. M300, West Lake Hills 512-807-3270

Cardiology: Noninvasive Sneha Vakamudi Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440

Cardiothoracic Surgery George Arnaoutakis Institute of Cardiovascular Health 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3028 W. Chance Conner Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons 1010 W. 40th St. 512-459-8753 Brendan P. Dewan Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons 1010 W. 40th St. 512-459-8753 Stephen J. Dewan Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons 1010 W. 40th St. 512-459-8753 Mark C. Felger Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons 1010 W. 40th St. 512-459-8753 Charles D. Fraser Jr. Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 100 855-324-0091 Joshua Grimm Institute of Cardiovascular Health 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3028 Eric M. Hoenicke Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons 1010 W. 40th St. 512-459-8753

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Karen Kim Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 301 Seton Pkwy., Ste. 302, Round Rock 512-324-4812 Edmond Owen Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Ryan Landis Brown UT Health Austin Pediatric Psychiatry at Dell Children’s 4900 Mueller Blvd.

512-324-3315 Roshni Lani Koli Texas Child Study Center 4900 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 2 South 512-324-3315

Colon and Rectal Surgery Robert W. Cline Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists Austin Central 4106 Medical Pkwy.

512-418-1979 David C. Fleeger Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists Austin Central 4106 Medical Pkwy.

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Joga Ivatury Digestive Health 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 844-442-8784 Thiru V. Lakshman Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists 13915 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 100 512-220-7002

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William F. Kessler Institute of Cardiovascular Health 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3028

April West Fox Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists Austin Central 4106 Medical Pkwy.

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Faraz Kerendi Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons 1010 W. 40th St. 512-459-8753

Andrew H. Miller Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists - Austin North 13915 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 100 512-220-7002 Amar S. Shah Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists 4106 Medical Pkwy.

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Critical Care Medicine Esther L. Fields Georgetown Pulmonary Associates 1900 Scenic Drive, Ste. 2220, Georgetown 512-819-0132

Dermatology Ammar M. Ahmed Ascension Medical Group Seton Dermatology 313 E. 12th St., Ste. 103 512-324-9699 Margaret E. Brown Ascension Medical Group Seton Dermatology 5235 Overpass Road, Ste. 200B, Buda 512-504-0873 Daniel A. Carrasco Sanova Dermatology 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 340 512-454-3781

Elizabeth Rebecca Geddes Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery 3637 Far West Blvd.

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Lindsey Dailey Hicks Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Brett Keeling Clinical Pathology Associates 3445 Executive Center Drive, Ste. 250 512-579-4000

Lia E. Gracey Maniar Ascension Medical Group Seton Dermatology 5235 Overpass Road, Ste. 200B, Buda 512-504-0873

Anokhi JambusariaPahlajani Ascension Medical Group Seton Dermatology 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704B 512-324-7468

Shwol-Huo Kiang ARC Medical Plaza Specialty 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg. B, Stes. 200, 211, & 220, Cedar Park 512-260-1581

Miriam L. Hanson Sanova Dermatology 12319 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 100 512-837-3376

Weilan Johnson U.S. Dermatology Partners Georgetown 700 San Gabriel Village Blvd., Ste. 105, Georgetown 512-819-9910

Adam J. Mamelak Sanova Dermatology 12319 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 100 512-837-3376

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Kellie Reed Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery 3637 Far West Blvd.

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Amy R. Mason ARC Far West Medical Tower 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 300 512-346-8888

Lisa Rhodes Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery 8825 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 200 512-328-3376

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Rachel McAndrew Baylor Scott & White Health 200 Medical Pkwy.

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Hans M. Sander ARA Dermatology Partners 11410 Jollyville Road, Bldg. 2, Ste. 2201 512-345-8688

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Mary Ann Martinez Epiphany Dermatology 5656 Bee Caves Road, Bldg. D, Ste. 203 512-329-6090

Morgan J. McCarty ARC Round Rock 940 Hesters Crossing Road, Round Rock 512-244-9024 Halliday McDonald Central Texas Dermatology 102 Westlake Drive, Ste. 100 512-327-7779

Renee Snyder Snyder Dermatology 505 W. Louis Henna Blvd., Ste. 200 512-533-9900 Erica Ilena Stevens Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234

Stacia Miles The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 1250 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Bldg. 3, 1st Fl., West Lake Hills 512-901-4010

Ronald George Tee Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Alicia Lynn Miller Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Zoltan Trizna Central Texas Dermatology 102 Westlake Drive, Ste. 100 512-327-7779

Elizabeth Havey Miller Ascension Medical Group Seton Surgery 1015 W. University Ave., Ste. 700, Georgetown 512-324-9699

Jay L. Viernes ARC Far West Medical Tower 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 300 512-346-8888

Mary Kendall Parker Snyder Dermatology 1510 W. 34th St., Ste. 100 512-533-9900 Steven E. Rasmussen ARC Southwest 1807 W. Slaughter Lane, Ste. 490 512-282-8967

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Dermatology Surgery Peggy Lee Ann Chern Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery 8825 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 200 512-328-3376

Susan E. Dozier Cutaneous Surgery Center of Austin 8240 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 355 512-527-9020 Matthew Charles Fox Ascension Medical Group Austin Dermatologic Surgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704b 512-324-7468 Michael S. Graves Southwest Dermatology & Vein 4419 Frontier Trail, Ste. 110 512-444-7208 S. Tyler Hollmig Ascension Medical Group Austin Dermatologic Surgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704b 512-324-7468

Diagnostic Radiology Michael D. Aronoff ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 John M. Barkley ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Bradley A. Brenner ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Jody J. Hooten ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Felix Lee Lin Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100

Yvonne Queralt ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100 John Andrew Williamson ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Emergency Medicine Michael James Banyasz Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Brandon Alban Browne Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Kenneth Corely Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 5330 Overpass Road, Buda 713-355-5006 Jody Henson Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 David William Kaylor Baylor Scott & White Health 5330 Overpass Road, Ste. 100, Buda 737-999-6200 Cliffe Kwon Baylor Scott & White Health 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 William Tobleman Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100

Endocrine Surgery Teresa Ruth Kroeker Texas Thyroid and Parathyroid Center 12319 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. C 260 512-491-0017

Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Neelkantha Amatya Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Tres Barrera Baylor Scott & White Health 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Valerie Espinosa Texas Diabetes and Endocrinology 6500 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 3, Ste. 200 512-458-8400 Lindsay Harrison Texas Diabetes and Endocrinology 6500 N. Mopac Expy.

Bldg. 3 Ste. 200 512-458-8400 Jesslyn Jiaen Lu The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-1111 Kaveeta Marwaha Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 512-654-3000 Paul B. Moore The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-1111 Seema Sidhwani Baylor Scott & White Clinic 200 E. Cesar Chavez St., Ste. G140 512-654-4100

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Steven A. Taylor Ascension Medical Group Seton Endocrinology 313 E. 12th St., Ste. 103 512-324-9650

Sarah J. Ferrero ARC Cedar Park 801 E. Whitestone Blvd., Bldg. C, Cedar Park 512-259-3467

Sherwin S. Yen The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-1111 Farheen Yousuf Austin Regional Clinic 22420 I-35, Ste. 203, Kyle 737-404-0347

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Grace Honles The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 5701 W. Slaughter Lane, Bldg. C 512-334-2500

Matthew Brimberry Premier Family Physicians 5625 Eiger Road, Ste. 200 512-892-7076

David G. Joseph The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 2400 Cedar Bend Drive 512-901-4026

C. Ron Byrd 2765 Bee Cave Road, Ste. 201 512-328-2752 Christopher Chang ARC Far West 6835 Austin Center Blvd.

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Samuel Deliberato Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5000 W. Slaughter Lane, Bldg. 6, Ste. 100 512-654-4000 J. Adrian Dennington The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 5701 W. Slaughter Lane, Bldg. C 512-334-2500

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David H. Gogulski Baylor Scott & White Clinic 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100 Adriana Guerra Inspire Family Health 711 W. 38th St., Ste. F3 512-910-3800

Paul Andrew Berg Baylor Scott & White Clinic 1507 Rivery Blvd., Georgetown 512-509-9550

Megan Deliberato Baylor Scott & White Clinic 9521 Hwy. 290 W., Ste. 105 512-654-4300

Nina Desai Baylor Scott & White Clinic 2608 Brockton Drive 512-654-4050

Daniel J. Kelly ARC Round Rock 940 Hesters Crossing Road, Round Rock 512-244-9024 Judy Kim People’s Community Clinic 1101 Camino La Costa 512-478-4939 Lori Naglieri River Hills Family Medicine 7011 Ribelin Ranch Road, Ste. 200 512-345-7436 Mark A. Nugent ARC Bee Cave 15801 W. Hwy. 71, Bldg. 1, Stes. 100 & 101, Bee Cave 512-676-2500

Benjamin L. Smith Baylor Scott & White Clinic 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100 Christopher A. Stewart Baylor Scott & White Health 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100 Colin Vokes Baylor Scott & White Clinic 10815 Ranch Road 2222 512-654-4800

Female Pelvic Medicine Reconstructive Surgery Tomas G. Antonini Central Texas Urogynecology and Continence Center 3407 Glenview Ave., Ste. A 512-716-0861 George Shashoua Austin Urogynecology 12319 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. C, Ste. 200 512-973-8276

Gastroenterology Deepak Agrawal Digestive Health 1601 Trinity St. 512-324-7831 A. Eduardo Alcocer Austin Gastroenterology 7951 Shoal Creek Blvd., Bldg. B, Ste. 200 512-454-4588 Weiwei Cao ARC Medical Plaza Specialty 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg.

B, Stes. 200, 211, & 220, Cedar Park 512-260-1581 Dan Chaim Cohen Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234

Eimile Dalton Austin Gastroenterology 5656 Bee Cave Road, Ste. J-202, Westlake Hills 512-448-4588 Shiv Desai Austin Gastroenterology 7200 Wyoming Springs Drive, Ste. 1300, Round Rock 512-244-2273 Anupama T. Duddempudi Austin Gastroenterology 7951 Shoal Creek Blvd., Bldg. B, Ste. 200 512-454-4588

Melvin Kin-Wan Lau Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Craig H. Lubin Austin Gastroenterology 7951 Shoal Creek Blvd., Bldg. B, Ste. 200 512-454-4588 Vu Nhu Nguyen Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Sushil Duddempudi Austin Gastroenterology 7200 Wyoming Springs Drive, Ste. 1300, Round Rock 512-244-2273

Binh V. Pham Austin Gastroenterology 7951 Shoal Creek Blvd.

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Kenneth K. Ellis Austin Gastroenterology 7200 Wyoming Springs Drive, Ste. 1300, Round Rock 512-244-2273

Erik Rahimi Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234

Daniel Seth Emmett Austin Gastroenterology 1180 Seton Pkwy., Ste. 410, Kyle 512-448-4588

Rajesh Rasik Shah Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 512-654-3000

Harish K. Gagneja Austin Gastroenterology 1015 E. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-454-4588 Benjamin David Havemann Austin Gastroenterology 3944 Ranch Road 620 S., Bldg. 6, Ste. 202, Bee Cave 512-448-4588 Pradeep Kumar Austin Gastroenterology 4310 James Casey St., Ste. 4a 512-448-4588 Judith Kwarteng Amaning Baylor Scott & White Clinic 2600 E. Pflugerville Pkwy., Ste. 200, Pflugerville 512-654-6500

F. Douglas Srygley IV Austin Gastroenterology 4310 James Casey St., Ste. 4A 512-448-4588 Harry J. Thomas Austin Gastroenterology 7951 Shoal Creek Blvd., Bldg. B, Ste. 200 512-454-4588 John K. Tsai Austin Gastroenterology 3944 Ranch Road 620 S., Bldg. 6, Ste. 202, Bee Cave 512-448-4588

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Carlos V. Brown Ascension Medical Group Seton Surgery 1601 Trinity St. 512-324-7873

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John J. Ziebert Austin Gastroenterology 8015 Shoal Creek Blvd., Ste. 118 512-244-2273

Thomas Brown The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

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John A. Abikhaled Austin Surgeons 3901 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 201 512-467-7151

F.P. “Tripp” Buckley III Digestive Health 1601 Trinity St. 512-324-4373

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Carly Allred Surgical Associates of Austin 6500 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 2, Ste. 2205 512-472-1381

Peter V. Ching Surgical Associates of Austin 4316 James Casey St., Bldg. E, Ste. 202 512-447-4993

C. Erik Anderson Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 512-654-3000

Vineet Choudhry NorthStar Surgery 2217 Park Bend Drive, Ste. 220 512-491-6542 Shey Kyle Ditto ATX Robotic Surgery 11615 Angus Road, Ste. 106 512-630-0070

Rodney Brian Ashworth Surgical Associates of Austin 6500 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 2, Ste. 2205 512-472-1381

John Featherston Eckford Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Robert E. Askew Jr. Austin Surgeons 3901 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 202 512-467-7151

Alejandro Esquivel Surgical Associates of Austin 4316 James Casey St., Bldg. E, Ste. 202 512-447-4993

Jayson Aydelotte Ascension Medical Group Seton Surgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704-F 512-324-7873 Christopher W. Bailey ARC Medical Plaza Specialty 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg. B, Stes. 200, 211, & 220, Cedar Park 512-260-1581 Kristin Wilson Beard Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

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W. Drew Fielder Ascension Medical Group Seton Surgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704-F 512-324-7873 Richard Frazee Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234

Elisa Furay Digestive Health 1601 Trinity St. 512-324-4373 Travis Isbell Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Mark R. Lindsey Austin Surgeons 3901 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 201 512-467-7151 Samuel E. “Rhett” Long III UT Health Austin Surgical Oncology 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 833-882-2737 Robert M. Markus Surgical Associates of Austin 4316 James Casey St., Bldg. E, Ste. 202 512-447-4993 William D. Mayer Surgical Associates of Austin 6500 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 2, Ste. 2205 512-472-1381 Nicole Turgeon Ascension Seton/UT Health Austin Abdominal Transplant Center 1400 N. I-35 , Ste. C3.400 512-324-7930 Brant E. Victor Austin Surgeons 3901 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-467-7151

Geriatric Psychiatry Jaron L. Winston Senior Adults Specialty Healthcare PA 3215 Steck Ave., Ste. 200 512-476-3556

Gynecologic Oncology Helen Dinkelspiel Eshed Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-427-9400 Priyanka N. Kamath Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-427-9400 Lynne Knowles Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-427-9400 Angela S. Kueck Texas Oncology 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 300 512-873-8900 Paul V. Loar III Texas Oncology 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 300 512-873-8900 Michael Teneriello Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-427-9400 Marian Yvette Williams-Brown UT Health Austin Women’s Health 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 804 512-324-7865

Gynecologic Surgery Devin M. Garza Texas Robotic Surgery for Women 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 220 512-681-5040

Hand Surgery Benjamin P. Amis ATX Orthopedics 3901 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 301 512-960-4590

Christopher Casstevens Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Brad Gillman Austin Sports Medicine & Orthopedics 900 W. 38th St., Ste. 300 512-450-1300 Steven L. Henry Ascension Medical Group Seton Plastic and Hand Surgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704-D 512-324-8320 Taylor Jobe Orthopedic Associates of Central Texas 3707 S. Second St., Ste. 100 512-324-9170 Ira Lown Austin Hand Group 3345 Bee Cave Road, Ste. 101 512-327-4263 Lee M. Reichel ARC Medical Park Tower Orthopedics 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 102 512-454-4561 Andrew Alan Stoebner Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Gregg A. Vagner ARC Medical Park Tower Orthopedics 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 102 512-454-4561

Hematology Michael Kasper Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-427-9400

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Balijepalli Netaji Texas Oncology 12211 Renfert Way, Ste. 120 512-873-8900 Jennifer Wright Texas Oncology 4101 James Casey St., Ste. 100 512-447-2202

Hospice and Palliative Quan T. Dang Texas Oncology 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 120 512-873-8900

Hospital Medicine Kristine Dematta Baylor Scott & White Health 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Trina Evyan Dorrah Baylor Scott & White Health 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Tapasdip M. Gajjar Baylor Scott & White Health 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Sunil C. Kolli Baylor Scott & White Health 5330 Overpass Road, Ste. 110, Buda 512-482-0045 Praveen Koneru Baylor Scott & White Clinic 7000 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 420 512-482-0045 Raycho Kurkchijski Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

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Michael Ladogana Baylor Scott & White Health 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Mohammad Makkouk Baylor Scott & White Health 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 737-999-6200 Mohammad Tariq Malik Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 2600 E. Pflugerville Pkwy., Pflugerville 512-509-0100 Dieter Martin Hospital Internists of Texas 7000 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 420 512-482-0045 Satish Potluri Baylor Scott & White Clinic 3108 Ranch Road 620 S., Lakeway 512-654-4200 Tania Ramirez Fonseca Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Eva Slavcheva Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Sameera Vohra Baylor Scott & White Health 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 Tauqeer Yousuf Baylor Scott & White Health 300 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100

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Internal Medicine

Jack D. Bissett Austin Infectious Disease Consultants 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 403 512-459-0301

Anthony R. Aventa Capital Medical Clinic 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 400 512-454-5171

Elizabeth T. Douglass UT Health Austin Infectious Disease Clinic 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A, Ste. 1.616 833-882-2737

William Gregory Berkley Premier Family Physicians 5625 Eiger Road, Ste. 200 512-892-7076

Lisa C. Ellis Austin Infectious Disease Consultants 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 403 512-459-0301 James S. Evans Austin Infectious Disease Consultants 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 403 512-459-0301 Brian Scott Metzger Austin Infectious Disease Consultants 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 403 512-459-0301 Gayatri V. Nair Austin Infectious Disease Consultants 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 403 512-459-0301 Matthew Compton Robinson Austin Infectious Disease Consultants 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 403 512-459-0301 Mary Theoktisto Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Maryann Pham Tran Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Anita D’Mello Baylor Scott & White Clinic 4945 Williams Drive, Georgetown 512-819-0500

Kenneth Kroll Capital Medical Clinic 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 400 512-454-5171 Richard Stephen Lawlis Baylor Scott & White Clinic 4945 Williams Drive, Georgetown 512-819-0500 Sharon F. Liu ARC South 1st 3828 S. First St. 512-443-1311

Anas Daghestani ARC Far West 6835 Austin Center Blvd.

512-346-6611

James Crawford Marroquin Central Texas Preferred Health Partners 1305 W. 34th St., Ste. 204 737-285-3770

Sangeetha Dayalan Baylor Scott & White Clinic 4945 Williams Drive, Georgetown 512-819-0500

David Murdy Baylor Scott & White Clinic 3108 Ranch Road 620 S., Lakeway 512-654-4200

Chandima Dehipitiya Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 512-654-3000

Manish M. Naik ARC Cedar Park 801 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. C, Cedar Park 512-259-3467

Emily Anne Fisher Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5330 Overpass Road, Ste. 100 737-999-6600 Nupur Jhawar Baylor Scott & White Clinic 4945 Williams Drive, Georgetown 512-819-0500 Johnathan Klocek Capital Medical Clinic 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 400 512-454-5171 Gurneet Kohli Premier Family Physicians 5625 Eiger Road, Ste. 200 512-892-7076

Sharon Rao Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Sadia Rashid Baylor Scott & White Clinic 4945 Williams Drive, Georgetown 512-819-0500 Shobha Dharam Reddy Baylor Scott & White Clinic 3108 Ranch Road 620 S., Lakeway 512-654-4200 Adam J. Schneider MD² Austin 4301 Bull Creek Road, Ste. 170 737-787-4650

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Suneel K. Vallabhaneni Baylor Scott & White Health 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Sandra Rocio Herrera Austin Maternal-Fetal Medicine 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. G-3 512-821-2540

Brad Venghaus Thrive Medical Clinic 2217 Park Bend Drive, Ste. 210 512-697-7090

Jasbir Singh Austin Maternal-Fetal Medicine 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. G-3 512-821-2540

Gladys Weng Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 512-654-3000

Maternal and Fetal Medicine Amy Bednar Austin Maternal Fetal Medicine 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. G-3 512-821-2540 David L. Berry Austin Perinatal Associates 6500 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 1, Ste. 1205 512-206-0101 Kimberly A. DeStefano Austin Maternal-Fetal Medicine 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. G-3 512-821-2540 Jeny Ghartey Ascension Medical Group Seton Women's Health 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 315 512-324-7256 Mollie McDonnold Austin Maternal-Fetal Medicine 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. G-3 512-821-2540

Nephrology Sonali Birewar The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-4010 Eileen Cook The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-1111 Raymonda El Khoury Austin Kidney Associates 4100 Duval Road, Bldg. 4, Ste. 102 512-451-5800 Ellen Grimm Austin Diagnostic Clinic 1330 Wonder World Drive, Ste. 101, San Marcos 512-901-1111 Timothy R. Hines Austin Kidney Associates 408 W. 45th St. 512-451-5800 Ting-Chi Lu Austin Kidney Associates 321 W. Ben White Blvd., Ste. 205 512-451-5800 Luciana Barretto McLean Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Nidhi Munshi Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

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Paul Nader Austin Kidney Associates 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 635 512-451-5800 Yasser Nasser Austin Kidney Associates 408 W. 45th St. 512-451-5800 Elena Genova Slavcheva Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Vincent Tjia Austin Kidney Associates 321 W. Ben White Blvd., Ste. 205 512-451-5800

Neurological Surgery Ramsey R. Ashour Ascension Medical Group Seton Neurosurgery 1601 Trinity St. 512-324-8300 Alexa Bodman Austin Brain & Spine 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 600 512-306-1323 Mark G. Burnett Neurotexas 5625 Eiger Road, Ste. 150 512-654-4550 Judson Cook Central Texas Brain & Spine 2217 Park Bend Drive, Ste. 400 512-730-0000 Douglas J. Fox Neurotexas 5625 Eiger Road, Ste. 150 512-654-4550 Glenn Edward Harper Advanced Pain Care 2000 S. Mays St., Ste. 201, Round Rock 512-244-4272

Dhruve Jeevan Central Texas Brain & Spine 2217 Park Bend Drive, Ste. 400 512-730-0000 Craig Kemper Austin Brain & Spine 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 600 512-306-1323 Carl Lauryssen Central Texas Brain & Spine 2217 Park Bend Drive, Ste. 400 512-730-0000 Marcella Madera Austin Integrative Spine 1101 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Ste. F-150, West Lake Hills 512-817-4600 Juan Ramon Ortega-Barnett Ascension Medical Group Seton Neurosurgery 5103 Kyle Center Drive, Ste. 104, Kyle 512-504-0893 Anant Patel Central Texas Brain & Spine 2217 Park Bend Drive, Ste. 400 512-730-0000 Daniel L. Peterson Austin Neurosurgeons 3003 Bee Cave Road, Ste. 201 512-314-3888 Richard Stovall Central Texas Brain & Spine 2217 Park Bend Drive, Ste. 400 512-730-0000 Hari Tumu Austin Brain & Spine 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 600 512-306-1323

James S. Waldron Neurotexas 5625 Eiger Road, Ste. 150 512-654-4550 Vincent Y. Wang Ascension Medical Group Seton Neurosurgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704-F 512-324-8300 Kristopher Michael Webb Baylor Scott & White Health/NeuroTexas 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100

Neurology Moe “Harry” Aung UT Health Austin Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A, Ste. 1.106 833-882-2737 Sara G. Austin Ascension Medical Group Seton Neurology 1600 W. 38th St., Ste. 200 512-324-3540 Scott Boruchow ARC Four Points 11714 Wilson Parke Ave., Ste. 150 737-247-7200 Adam D. Horvit Central Texas Neurology Consultants 16040 Park Valley Drive, Bldg. B, Ste. 100, Round Rock 512-218-1222 Yessar Hussain Austin Neuromuscular Center 4705 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. 100 512-920-0140

Elizabeth Tyler-Kabara UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s 4910 Mueller Blvd., 512-324-0907

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Manzure Mawla Ascension Medical Group Seton Neurology 1600 W. 38th St., Ste. 200 512-324-3540

Stephanie Vertrees Vertrees Headache Center 8200 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 270 512-655-3737

Jefferson T. Miley Ascension Medical Group Seton Neurology 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704-F 512-324-8300

Neuroradiology

David W. Morledge Austin Neurological Clinic 711 W. 38th St., Bldg. F 512-458-6121 Reddiah Mummaneni Cedar Park Neurology & Sleep Medicine 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg. B, Ste. 412a, Cedar Park 512-528-7202 Patrick Nolan ARC Four Points 11714 Wilson Parke Ave., Ste. 150 737-247-7200 David Paydarfar UT Health Austin Mulva Clinic for the Neurosciences 1601 Trinity St., Stop 804 512-324-3540 Patience Reading The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-1111 Erica Maria Rivas Rodriguez Multiple Sclerosis & Neurology Institute of Austin 2200 Park Bend Drive, Bldg. 1, Ste. 200 512-637-0802 Jeffrey Jasper Tramonte Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

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Kirk Conrad ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Nabeel Farhataziz ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Sam M. Hassibi ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Bhairav N. Patel ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100 Russell D. Putnam ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505

Nuclear Medicine

Obstetrics and Gynecology *Gynecology Only Shannon Abikhaled* Ascension Medical Group Seton Women’s Health 6836 Bee Cave Road, Ste. 150 512-324-6960 Allison Anderson Austin Area Obstetrics Gynecology and Fertility 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. 100 512-652-7001 Sindura Bandi ARC North Austin Ob/Gyn 12201 Renfert Way, Ste. 250 512-994-2662 Crystal S. Berry-Roberts ARC South Ob/Gyn 4315 James Casey St., Ste. 105 & 200 512-383-9752 Sapna R. Bhagat ARC South Ob/Gyn 4315 James Casey St., Stes. 105 & 200 512-383-9752

Robert Cowan Austin Area Obstetrics Gynecology and Fertility 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. 100 512-652-7001

Caroline A. Kaufman ARC North Austin Ob/Gyn 12201 Renfert Way, Ste. 250 512-994-2662

Alinda R. Cox* ARC South Ob/Gyn 4315 James Casey St., Stes. 105 & 200 512-383-9752

Karen Kish* Ascension Medical Group Seton Women’s Health 6836 Bee Cave Road, Bldg. 3, Ste. 150 512-324-6960

Wendy Cutler The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-1111 Bailey Escarzaga Ascension Medical Group Seton Women’s Health 1111 W. 34th St., Ste. 200 512-324-3405 Jayme B. Evans ARC Medical Plaza Specialty 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg.

B, Stes. 200, 211, & 220, Cedar Park 512-260-1581 Joseph Isaac Fernandez Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

John R. Leahy ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Diane L. Brinkman* ARC Far West Medical Tower 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 300 512-346-8888

Romy Ghosh ARC North Austin Ob/Gyn 12201 Renfert Way, Ste. 250 512-994-2662

James Leake ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505

Andrea L. Campaigne ARC North Austin Ob/Gyn 12201 Renfert Way, Ste. 250 512-994-2662

Robert S. Hughes* ARC Seton Northwest 11111 Research Blvd., Ste. 475 512-338-8181

Stanislav I. Spiridonov ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Renu Chalasani ARC Seton Northwest 11111 Research Blvd., Ste. 475 512-338-8181

Natasya Ikbal Ascension Medical Group Seton Women’s Health 1111 W. 34th St., Ste. 200 512-324-3405

Simon Trubek Austin Radiological Association 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Shao-Chun Rose Chang-Jackson ARC Center Street 22420 I-35, Ste. 203, Kyle 737-404-0347

Lisa M. Jukes* Modern Women’s Health 5656 Bee Caves Road, Ste. B101 512-862-1669

Brooke Gurkin Leath* Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Kimberly B. Loar* Texas Oncology 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 300 512-873-8900 Megan McCoin Ascension Medical Group Seton Women’s Health 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 100 512-324-3410 Laura Meritt* Ascension Medical Group Seton Women’s Health 11111 Research Blvd., Ste. 400 512-324-6345 Matthew T. Romberg Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Christopher Seeker Austin Area Obstetrics Gynecology and Fertility 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. 100 512-652-7001 Jennifer Summers Ascension Medical Group Seton Women’s Health 1111 W. 34th St., Ste. 200 512-324-3405

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Leah D. Tatum ARC North Austin Ob/Gyn 12201 Renfert Way, Ste. 250 512-994-2662

Christal E. Murray Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0099

Ojas Vyas Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0099

Alyson Vokes Baylor Scott & White Health 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234

Krishna Patel Texas Oncology 1500 Rivery Blvd., Ste. 2215, Georgetown 512-688-5579

Jeff Yorio Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-427-9400

Debra Patt Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-427-9400

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Diana Wang* Violet Crown Obgyn 12201 Renfert Way, Ste. 305 512-580-4766

Rakesh Surapaneni Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0099

Oncology Sandy Itwaru Anne Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0099 Michelle T. Ashworth Texas Oncology 2410 Round Rock Ave., Ste. 150, Round Rock 512-341-8724 Punit Chadha Texas Oncology 4101 James Casey St., Ste. 100 512-447-2202

Dina J. Tebcherany Texas Oncology 4101 James Casey St., Ste. 100 512-447-2202 Laurence Tokaz Texas Oncology 4101 James Casey St., Ste. 100 512-447-2202 Athira Unnikrishnan Texas Oncology 901 W. 38th St., Ste. 200 512-421-4100

Mika Cline Texas Oncology 901 W. 38th St., Ste. 200 512-421-4100

James Uyeki Texas Oncology 4101 James Casey St., Ste. 100 512-447-2202

Meaghan Dubin Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0099

Naheed Velji Baylor Scott & White Health 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0099

Allison E. Gorrebeeck Texas Oncology 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 300 512-873-8900

Hareesha Vemuganti Texas Oncology 301 Seton Pkwy., Ste. 104, Round Rock North 512-687-2300

Beth Hellerstedt Texas Oncology 2410 Round Rock Ave., Ste. 150, Round Rock 512-341-8724

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Ophthalmology Eileen Bowden UT Health Austin Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A, Ste. 1.106 833-882-2737 Peter Broberg Broberg Eye Care 4207 James Casey St., Ste. 305 512-447-6096 Megyn L. Busse Austin Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 150 512-345-3595 Eric Crowell UT Health Austin Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A, Ste. 1.106 833-882-2737 Jane C. Edmond UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s 4910 Mueller Blvd.

512-628-1855 Clio Armitage Harper III Austin Retina Associates 801 W. 38th St., Ste. 200 800-252-8259 Farhan Irshad Eye Clinic of Austin 3410 Far West Blvd., Ste. 140 512-427-1100

Gene Kim UT Health Austin Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A, Ste. 1.106 833-882-2737 Fuad Makkouk Austin Eye Center 9707 Anderson Mill Road, Ste. 230 512-693-9363 John Odette Austin Eye 2700 Bee Cave Road 512-250-2020 Ravi H. Patel Eye Associates of Central Texas 2120 Round Rock Ave., Ste. 100, Round Rock 512-244-1991 Radha Ram Texas Children’s Hospital 8611 N. Mopac Expy., 3rd Fl. 737-220-8200 Shah Vira Texas Neuro Eye & Plastic Surgery 2200 Park Bend Drive, Bldg. 1, Ste. 220 512-882-1997 Elizabeth Roberts Vreeland Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Orthopedic Surgery Michael A. Andreo ARC Medical Park Tower Orthopedics 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 102 512-454-4561 Mark J. Billante Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Kevin J. Bozic UT Health Austin Musculoskeletal Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 833-882-2737 Gregory E. Catlett Jr. Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin 4611 Guadalupe St., Ste. 200 512-476-2830 J. Albert Diaz Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 512-654-3000 Matthew D. Driscoll ARC Medical Park Tower Orthopedics 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 102 512-454-4561 Nathan McGill Drummond Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Douglas Elenz Austin Sports Medicine & Orthopedics 900 W. 38th St., Ste. 300 512-450-1300 Joshua Fox Ascension Medical Group Seton Orthopedics 3707 S. 2nd St., Ste. 100 512-324-9170 Tyler D. Goldberg Austin Orthopedic Institute 11675 Jollyville Road, Ste. 207 512-856-1000 Brian Hardy Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 911 W. 38th St., Ste. 300 512-439-1000

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Grayson Moore Legacy Bone & Joint Orthopedics + Sports Medicine 3944 Ranch Road 620 S., Bldg. 6, Ste. 203, Bee Cave 512-894-2294

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E. Matthew Heinrich Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin 4611 Guadalupe St., Ste. 200 512-476-2830

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Austin D. Hill Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000

Jeffrey Padalecki ARC Medical Park Tower Orthopedics 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 102 512-454-4561

Joel H. Hurt Austin Orthopedic Institute 11675 Jollyville Road, Ste. 207 512-856-1000

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Donavan Kip Murphy Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234

Anthony Johnson UT Health Austin Musculoskeletal Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 833-882-2737

Mark Parrella Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000

Earl Kilbride Austin Orthopedic Institute 11675 Jollyville Road, Ste. 207 512-856-1000

Ryan Pate Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Karl Marc Koenig UT Health Austin Musculoskeletal Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 833-882-2737

Manish V. Patel Austin Hand To Shoulder Center 3003 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 200 512-524-7264

David Laverty Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 911 W. 38th St., Ste. 300 512-439-1000

David Ring UT Health Austin Musculoskeletal Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 833-882-2737

John McDonald Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000 David H. Michel ARC Medical Park Tower Orthopedics 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 102 512-454-4561

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Brett Robin Austin Orthopedic Institute 11675 Jollyville Road, Ste. 207 512-856-1000 Vilas Saldanha Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000

David C. Savage Ascension Medical Group Seton Orthopedics 3707 S. Second St., Ste. 100, 512-324-9170

Ryan Boerner Austin ENT Clinic 4515 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 100 512-346-5562

Chad Wayne Whited Austin ENT Clinic 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 320 512-454-0392

Jason Somogyi Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 3755 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Ste. 160 512-439-1000

Russell Briggs ENT & Allergy Center of Austin 2765 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 205 512-328-7722

Michael J. Yium Austin ENT Clinic 6503 Menchaca Road 512-444-7944

Daniel Stewart Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000 Ryan M. Taylor Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Campus Village Drive, Ste. 100, Round Rock, 512-439-1000

Raymond Brown Capital ENT & Sinus Center 12309 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 100 512-596-1420 Esther Cheung-Phillips River ENT 6611 River Place Blvd., Ste. 301 512-677-6368 Mark O. Dammert Austin ENT Clinic 5625 Eiger Road, Ste. 125 512-600-8090

Todd Walker Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000

Latif M. Dharamsi Capital ENT & Sinus Center 12309 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 100 512-596-1420

Greg Westmoreland Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 3755 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Ste. 160 512-439-1000

Achal R. Dhruva ARC Medical Plaza Specialty 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg.

B, Stes. 200, 211, & 220, Cedar Park 512-260-1581

Ronald P. Williams Ascension Medical Group Seton Orthopedic Oncology 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 9 512-324-7811

James R. Eskew Austin ENT Clinic 6503 Menchaca Road 512-444-7944

Otolaryngology/ Ear, Nose, and Throat Rachel Elizabeth Arffa Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Matthew M. Meigs ARC Far West Medical Tower 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 300 512-346-8888 Karen Stierman ENT & Allergy Center of Austin 2765 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 205 512-328-7722

Jeffrey S. Zapalac Austin ENT Associates 7200 Wyoming Springs Drive, Ste. 1400, Round Rock 512-458-6391

Pain Management Raimy Amasha Capitol Pain Institute 8015 Shoal Creek Blvd., Ste. 103 844-562-0518 Timothy Bednar Greater Austin Pain Center 5920 W. William Cannon Drive, Bldg. 6, Ste. 150 512-298-1645 Hasan Chowdhury Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Brad Culling Advanced Pain Care 2000 S. Mays St., Ste. 201, Round Rock 254-741-6641 Anjuli Desai Capitol Pain Institute 8015 Shoal Creek Blvd., Ste. 103 844-562-0518 Bennett J. Ezekiel Austin Interventional Pain 12309 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 125 512-400-4195 Wesley Foreman Personalized Pain and Spine Care 930 S. Bell Blvd., Ste. 206, Cedar Park 512-503-1974

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Genaro J. Gutierrez Pain Specialists of America 4316 James Casey St., Bldg. B, Ste. 200 855-876-7246

Asad Nawaz Williamson Pain Institute 1603 Medical Pkwy., Bldg. 3, Ste. 330, Cedar Park 512-244-4383

Timothy F. Kolda Clinical Pathology Associates 3445 Executive Center Drive, Ste. 250 512-579-4000

William Corbett U.S. Anesthesia Partners of Texas-Central TX 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 570 512-454-2554

Jeffrey N. Higginbotham Advanced Pain Care 3418 N. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 100 512-244-4272

Josemaria Paterno Advanced Pain Care 6000 S. Mopac Expy., Ste. 100 512-244-4272

Megan Kressin Clinical Pathology Associates 3445 Executive Center Drive, Ste. 250 512-579-4000

Edward D. Furst U.S. Anesthesia Partners of Texas-Central TX 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 570 512-454-2554

Margaret B. Listrom Clinical Pathology Associates 3445 Executive Center Drive, Ste. 250 512-579-4000

Genevieve P. Mounce U.S. Anesthesia Partners of Texas-Central TX 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 570 512-454-2554

William Payne Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 5330 Overpass Road, Buda 737-999-6200

Pediatric Cardiology

Devin Peck Austin Interventional Pain 12309 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 125 512-400-4195

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Alexander Hynes Greater Austin Pain Center 5920 W. William Cannon Drive, Bldg. 6, Ste. 150 512-298-1645

Shawn Puri Pain Specialists of America 4100 Duval Road, Bldg. 3, Ste. 100 855-876-7246

Kristen Jarzombek Greater Austin Pain Center 5920 W. William Cannon Drive, Bldg. 6, Ste. 150 512-298-1645

Alan Silberberg Greater Austin Pain Center 5920 W. William Cannon Drive, Bldg. 6, Ste. 150 512-298-1645

Adnan Khan Georgetown Interventional Pain 1900 Scenic Drive, Ste. 1108, Georgetown 512-400-4195

Martin V. Thai 12309 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 125 512-206-8000

Muhammad Ali Khan Texas Pain and Spine Physicians 7215 Wyoming Springs Drive, Ste. 300A, Round Rock 512-388-1190

Chris Vije Pain Partners of Texas 14425 Falcon Head Blvd., Unit F-103 512-534-5039

David Kim Tricity Pain Associates 4544 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 740 844-789-7246

Amber Doherty Whittenburg Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Robert S. Marks Diagnostic Pain Center 12176 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. D 512-981-7246

Brad Wisler Advanced Pain Care 351 Cypress Creek Road, Ste. 201, Cedar Park 512-244-4272

Pankaj Mehta Pain Specialists of America 3310 E. Central Texas Expy., Bldg. B, Ste. 201, Killeen 855-876-7246

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Pathology Constance O’Bryan Cleaves Baylor Scott & White Health 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Craig J. Peterson Clinical Pathology Associates 3445 Executive Center Drive, Ste. 250 512-579-4000

Pediatric Allergy Immunology Jackee D. Kayser Dell Children’s Medical Group 701 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Ste. Q900 512-628-1870 Pooja Varshney Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200B 512-628-1870

Pediatric Anesthesiology Scott M. Brandt U.S. Anesthesia Partners of Texas-Central TX 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 570 512-454-2554

D. Byron Holt Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 102 512-777-2917 Carlos Miguel Mery Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 100 855-324-0091 Kenneth Shaffer Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 102 512-777-2917 Eileen Stewart Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 102 512-777-2917 Karen Wright Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 102 512-777-2917

Pediatric Dermatology Lucia Z. Diaz Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200A 512-628-1920 Moise L. Levy Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200A 512-628-1920 Jennifer Shuley Ruth Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200A 512-628-1920

Pediatric Developmental Behavioral Sheri Michelle Ravenscroft Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200C 512-324-0098

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Winnie Tung Whitaker USACS 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900

Pediatric Endocrinology Rajani Prabhakaran Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1830 Shona K. Rabon Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1830

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Congrats to the 50 ARC doctors voted Austin Monthly’s Top Doctors Allergy & Asthma Colleen S. Adkins, MD Kelly H. Simpson, MD

Dermatology

Shwol-Huo Kiang, DO Amy R. Mason, MD Morgan J. McCarty, DO Steven E. Rasmussen, MD Jay L. Viernes, MD

ENT

Achal R. Dhruva, MD Matthew M. Meigs, MD

Family Medicine

Christopher Chang, MD Sarah J. Ferrero, MD Daniel J. Kelly, MD Mark A. Nugent, MD

Endocrinology

Farheen Yousuf, MD

Gastroenterology Weiwei Cao, MD, PhD

General Surgery

Christopher W. Bailey, MD

Gynecology

Diane L. Brinkman, MD Alinda R. Cox, MD

Internal Medicine Anas Daghestani, MD Sharon F. Liu, DO Manish M. Naik, MD

Podiatry

Kenneth L. Cornell, DPM Carlos L. Romero, DPM

Ob/Gyn

Sindura Bandi, DO Crystal S. Berry-Roberts, MD Sapna R. Bhagat, MD Andrea L. Campaigne, MD Renu Chalasani, MD Shao-Chun Rose Chang-Jackson, MD Jayme B. Evans, DO Romy Ghosh, MD Caroline A. Kaufman, MD Leah D. Tatum, MD

Pediatrics

William F. Getman, MD Helena C. Gonzalez, MD Marjan A. Linnell, MD Keerti K. Peterson, MD Sapna Shah, MD

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Orthopedics

Michael A. Andreo, MD Matthew D. Driscoll, MD David H. Michel, MD Jeffrey R. Padalecki, MD Lee M. Reichel, MD Gregg A. Vagner, MD

Neurology

Scott A. Boruchow, MD Patrick C. Nolan, MD, PhD

Rheumatology

Tina C. Bunch, MD Darush Rahmani, DO

Sports Medicine Brandon K. Zinn, DO Jerett A. Zipin, DO

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Amy Rydin Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200C 512-628-1830

James B. Gibson Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1840

Stephanie L. Tacquard Dell Children’s Medical Group 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200, Cedar Park 512-324-2720

Pediatric Hematology Oncology

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Pediatric Gastroenterology D. Dyer Heintz Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 401 512-628-1810 Marisa R. Izaguirre Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 401 512-628-1810 Anees A. Siddiqui Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 401 512-628-1810 Juliana Vaughan Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 401 512-628-1810 Robert J. Zwiener Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1810

Pediatric Genetics Jaya K. GeorgeAbraham Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 400 512-628-1840

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Alicia Chang Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900 Shannon M. Cohn Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900 Raven Cooksey Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900 Virginia L. Harrod Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900 Philip Neff Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900 Ginna Priola Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900 Linda G. Shaffer Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900 Donald T. Wells Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center 4910 Mueller Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1900

Pediatric Hospital Medicine Melissa G. Cossey Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 4900 Mueller Blvd.

855-324-0091 Lynn Thoreson Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 4910 Mueller Blvd.

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Pediatric Infectious Disease Marisol Fernandez Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1820 Sarmistha B. Hauger Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1820 Donald K. Murphey Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1850

Pediatric Nephrology Ranita Sana Patel Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200B 512-628-1860 Kartik Pillutla Texas Children’s Hospital 8611 N. Mopac Expy., 3rd Fl. 737-220-8200

Pediatric Neurology

Pediatric Ophthalmology

Dave Clarke UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s 4910 Mueller Blvd.

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Amber S. Fenton Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 410 512-324-6755

Lindsay Elton Child Neurology Consultants of Austin 7940 Shoal Creek Blvd., Ste. 100 512-494-4000

Megan Geloneck Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 410 512-324-6755

Daniel Freedman UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s Epilepsy Center 4910 Mueller Blvd.

512-628-1855

Lan T. Hoang Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 410 512-324-6755

Louisa Keith UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s 4910 Mueller Blvd.

512-628-1855 Karen Keough Child Neurology Consultants of Austin 7940 Shoal Creek Blvd., Ste. 100 512-494-4000 Sara Pavitt UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s 4910 Mueller Blvd.

512-628-1855 Steve Roach UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s 4910 Mueller Blvd.

512-628-1855 Veda Vedanarayanan UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s 4910 Mueller Blvd.

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Pediatric Orthopedics Matthew Ellington Central Texas Pediatric Orthopedics 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 300 512-478-8116 Hilton Gottschalk Central Texas Pediatric Orthopedics 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 300 512-478-8116 Brian Kaufman Central Texas Pediatric Orthopedics 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 300 512-478-8116 Catherine Sargent Central Texas Pediatric Orthopedics 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 300 512-478-8116

Pediatric Otolaryngology/ Ear, Nose, and Throat James Attra Dell Children’s Medical Group 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-324-2720

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Stacey L. Clark Dell Children’s Medical Group 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-324-2720

Glendaliz Bosques UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s 4910 Mueller Blvd.

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Corrie E. Roehm Dell Children’s Medical Group 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-324-2720

Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

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Suzanne Smart Dell Children’s Medical Group 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-324-2720

Patrick D. Combs Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 301 512-324-0918

Danielle Smith Dell Children’s Medical Group 3705 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-324-2720

Patrick Kelley Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 301 512-324-0918

Pediatric Palliative Care Patrick Marsh Jones Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200B 512-324-0197

Pediatric Pulmonology Lisa Marie Barber Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 400 512-380-9200

Dianna Yip Dell Children’s Medical Group 4900 Mueller Blvd.

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Danielle C. Beachler Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 400 512-380-9200

Pediatric Pathology Amy Marie Coffey Clinical Pathology Associates 3445 Executive Center Drive, Ste. 250 512-579-4000 Chandra Krishnan Clinical Pathology Associates 3445 Executive Center Drive, Ste. 250 512-579-4000

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Ferdinand Coste Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200B 512-380-9200 Jason J. Fullmer Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 400 512-380-9200

J. Brian Kang Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 400 512-380-9200 Jordan V. Scalo Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 400 512-380-9200 Joseph Emile Tayar Dell Children’s Medical Group 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 400 512-380-9200

Pediatric Radiology Shaheen M. Hussaini ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Gael J. Lonergan ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100 Christopher J. Yen ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Pediatric Rheumatology Ruy Carrasco Pediatric Rheumatology Consultants 7940 Shoal Creek Blvd., Ste. 100 512-494-4000 Vy Do Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Unit 401 512-628-1880 Janet Ellen Orrock Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 200 512-628-1880

Rosemary Peterson Dell Children’s Medical Group 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Unit 401 512-628-1880

Pediatric Surgery Nilda M. Garcia Austin Pediatric Surgery 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 400 512-708-1234 Erich J. Grethel Austin Pediatric Surgery 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 400 512-708-1234 Jeffrey R. Horwitz Austin Pediatric Surgery 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 400 512-708-1234 Tory A. Meyer Austin Pediatric Surgery 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 400 512-708-1234 Jessica Ann Naiditch Austin Pediatric Surgery 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 400 512-708-1234 Ankur R. Rana Austin Pediatric Surgery 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 400 512-708-1234 Julie I. Sanchez Austin Pediatric Surgery 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 400 512-708-1234

Pediatric Urology Jose C. Cortez Children’s Urology 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 302 512-472-6134 Leslie T. McQuiston Children’s Urology 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 302 512-472-6134

Vani S. Menon Children’s Urology 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 302 512-472-6134 Kelly J. Nast Children’s Urology 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 302 512-472-6134 George M. Seremetis Children’s Urology 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 302 512-472-6134 Mary “Katie” Wang Children’s Urology 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Ste. 302 512-472-6134

Pediatrics General Martha B. Abreu-Macomber Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Lakshmi Venkata Naga Atkuri Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Lynn Mildred Azuma Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Bradley Ross Berg Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Ari Brown 411 Pediatrics 925 Westbank Drive, Ste. 100 512-327-0411

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Goddy Tapang Corpuz Baylor Scott & White Clinic 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100 Samantha Elizabeth Dieterich Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 William F. Getman ARC Far West 6835 Austin Center Blvd.

512-346-6611 Helena C. Gonzalez ARC Far West 6835 Austin Center Blvd.

512-346-6611

Juliette Howes Owens Grow Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine PLLC 1600 W. 38th St., Ste. 105 512-467-7334 Keerti K. Peterson ARC Cedar Park 801 E. Whitestone Blvd., Bldg. C, Cedar Park 512-259-3467

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Deborah A. Bergfeld Ascension Medical Group Seton PM&R 1600 W. 38th St., Ste. 312 512-324-9270

Marcelo Antunes Face Austin 4701 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 106, Westlake Hills 512-339-1661

Kenneth Bunch Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000

Sean Arredondo Austin Plastic Surgeon 10622 Burnet Road, Ste. 100 512-334-9917

Erik Stuart Diebolt The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-1111

Eduardo Elizondo Charm - Center for Healing and Regenerative Medicine 10815 FM-2222, Bldg. 3B, Ste. 200 512-614-3300

Marjan A. Linnell ARC Kyle Plum Creek 4100 Everett St., Ste. 400, Kyle 512-295-1333

Hana Zibdeh-Lough Juniper Pediatrics 2631 Gattis School Road, Ste. 160, Round Rock

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Mihnea Dumitrescu Precision Regenerative & Functional Medicine 1101 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Bldg. F, Ste. 101 512-892-0490

Danielle D. Grant Texas Children’s Pediatrics Beansprout Spicewood 20424 Haystack Cove, Spicewood 512-610-7030

Sapna Shah ARC Anderson Mill 10401 Anderson Mill Road, Ste. 110B 512-250-5571

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Jim Fernandez Austin Sports Medicine & Orthopedics 900 W. 38th St., Ste. 300 512-450-1300 Vishal Kancherla Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000 Ai Mukai Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 3755 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Ste. 160 512-439-1000 Mark Vincent Queralt UT Health Austin Musculoskeletal Institute 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 833-882-2737

Justin Booth Austin Plastic Surgery Institute 4701 Bee Cave Road, Ste. 202 512-920-6078 Haley Bunting Austin Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2905 San Gabriel St., Ste. 100 512-815-0123 Jeffrey D. Cone Jr. Wellspring Plastic Surgery 1600 W. 38th St., Ste. 206 512-600-2888 David Dellinger Elysian Plastic Surgery 11623 Angus Road, Ste. C15 512-229-1978 Brent M. Egeland Ascension Medical Group Seton Plastic and Hand Surgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704-D 512-324-8320 John M. Eggleston III Breast Reconstruction Associates 12201 Renfert Way, Ste. 100 512-763-4545 Christine Fisher Austin Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2905 San Gabriel St., Ste. 100 512-815-0123

Johnny Franco Austin Plastic Surgeon 10622 Burnet Road, Ste. 100 512-334-9917 Ashley Gordon Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Centre 901 W. 38th St., Ste. 401 512-371-8817 Scott Haydon Austin Plastic Surgery Institute & Skin Care Clinic 4701 Bee Cave Road, Ste. 202 512-920-6078 Steven Holzman Plastic Surgery Center of Austin 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 206 512-338-4404 Brian P. Kelley Ascension Medical Group Seton Plastic and Hand Surgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704-D 512-324-8320 Claude-Jean Langevin Wellspring Plastic Surgery 1600 W. 38th St., Ste. 206 512-600-2888 Sean Paul Austin Face & Body 7004 Bee Caves Road, Bldg. 2, Ste. 100, Westlake Hills 512-559-3544 Elisabeth Potter 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 204 512-867-6211 Dustin Reid Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Centre 901 W. 38th St., Ste. 401 512-371-8817

Sanjay K. Sharma Ascension Medical Group Seton Plastic and Hand Surgery 1601 Trinity St. 512-324-8320 Galen S. Wachtman Ascension Medical Group Seton Plastic and Hand Surgery 1601 Trinity St., Ste. 704-D 512-324-8320 Adam Bryce Weinfeld Austin Plastic Surgeon 10622 Burnet Road, Ste. 100 512-334-9917

Podiatry Demencio Bazan Baylor Scott & White Clinic 2600 E. Pflugerville Pkwy., Ste. 200, Pflugerville 512-654-6500 Andrew Bruyn Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 512-654-3000 Kenneth L. Cornell ARC Round Rock 940 Hesters Crossing Road, Round Rock 512-244-9024 Amanda Willrich Hudson Baylor Scott & White Clinic 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100 Elliott Hudson Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Derek Ley The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy., 3rd Fl., South Wing 512-901-1111

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GYNECOLOGY

MODERN WOMEN’S HEALTH Dr. Lisa M. Jukes

Lisa M. Jukes, M.D., board-certified gynecologist, and her all-female team understand that in today’s busy world, many women see only one health care provider regularly: a gynecologist. With that in mind, they approach each patient with a 360-degree perspective helping to ensure that patients are thinking about both their gynecological and overall health.

Modern Women’s Health welcomes patients of all ages and in all life stages offering a full range of services to address topics including menstrual cycle concerns, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, menopause issues, sexual dysfunction, infertility diagnosis, and more. Additional services include vaginal rejuvenation procedures, hormone therapy, and a variety of med-aesthetic treatments for face and body.

If you want a partner that takes an integrated and innovative approach to your health care, please schedule an appointment today. We want to help you feel and look your very best.

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Carlos Romero ARC South 1st Specialty and Pediatrics 3816 S. First St. 512-443-1311

Blair E. Walker Ascension Medical Group Seton Behavioral Health 1500 Red River St. 512-324-2080

Shenil Shah Austin Pulmonary Consultants 3600 W. Parmer Lane, Ste. 106 512-977-0123

Radiology

Jon Smedley Precision Podiatry 7200 Wyoming Springs Drive, Ste. 1150, Round Rock 512-255-0125

Pulmonology

Radiation Oncology

Michael Troy Harper ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505

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Brett E. Smith Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234 Craig H. Thomajan Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists 5000 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 202 512-328-8900 Kory Williams Baylor Scott & White Health 800 W. Hwy. 71, Marble Falls 830-201-7100

Psychiatry Deepak Manappallil Davidson Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Karen Seroussi Vibrant Minds Psychiatry Clinic 1914 Justin Lane 512-300-0428 Joanne Sotelo Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Karen Anne Valdez Baylor Scott & White Clinic 4945 Williams Drive, Georgetown 512-819-0500

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Matthew Anderson Austin Pulmonary Consultants 3600 W. Parmer Lane, Ste. 106 512-977-0123

Karen Cohen Texas Oncology 2410 Round Rock Ave., Ste. 150, Round Rock 512-341-8724

Rajesh Babu Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234

Prashant Gabani Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0099

William Bartek Austin Pulmonary Consultants 5920 W. William Cannon Drive, Bldg. 1, Ste. 150 512-441-9799

Richard Proctor Garza Austin Center For Radiation Oncology 1020 W. 34th St. 512-687-1950

Dominic R. Dekeratry Central Texas Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates 1900 Scenic Drive, Ste. 2220, Georgetown 512-819-0132 Anandhi Thirumagal Ganesh Baylor Scott & White Health 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100 Laura K. Gilbey Texas NeuroRehab Center 1106 W. Dittmar Road 512-601-8672 Sean Gilbey Austin Pulmonary Consultants 5920 W. William Cannon Drive, Bldg. 1, Ste. 150 512-441-9799 Jadvinder Singh Goraya Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Michael Herman Texas Oncology 2410 Round Rock Ave., Ste. 150, Round Rock 512-341-8724 Mehul K. Patel Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0099 Douglas J. Rivera Central Texas Cancer Centers 2000 Scenic Drive, Ste. G002, Georgetown 512-531-5200 Courtney Sheinbein Texas Oncology 301 Seton Pkwy., Ste. 104, Round Rock 512-687-2300 Ryan Tierney Texas Oncology 4101 James Casey St., Ste. 100 512-447-2202 Catherine Wu Texas Oncology 4101 James Casey St., Ste. 100 512-447-2202

Gregory Connor ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Gregory C. Karnaze ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Peter Donald Koplyay Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Al Hasan Makkouk Baylor Scott & White Medical Center 810 W. Hwy. 71, Marble Falls 830-201-8000 Elizabeth Moorehead ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100 Rajeev Shah ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100 Sandeep Anil Shah ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Reproductive Endocrinology/ Infertility Natalie Crawford Fora Fertility 715 W. 34th St. 512-956-5006 Lisa Hansard Texas Fertility Center 6500 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 1, Ste. 1200 512-451-0149

Shahryar K. Kavoussi Austin Fertility & Reproductive Medicine/ Westlake IVF 300 Beardsley Lane, Bldg. B, Ste. 200 512-444-1414 Angela Kelley Aspire Fertility 911 W. 38th St., Ste. 402 512-456-9827 Kenneth K. Moghadam Austin Fertility Institute 2200 Park Bend Drive, Bldg. 1, Ste. 402 512-339-4234 David Prokai Aspire Fertility 911 W. 38th St., Ste. 402 512-456-9827 Kaylen Silverberg Texas Fertility Center 6500 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 1, Ste. 1200 512-451-0149 Thomas Vaughn Texas Fertility Center 6500 N. Mopac Expy., Bldg. 1, Ste. 1200 512-451-0149

Rheumatology Stephanie Booth 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 110 512-454-3631 Tina C. Bunch ARC Far West Medical Tower 6811 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 300 512-346-8888 Eduardo J. Cepeda Central Texas Rheumatology Associates 4701 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 201, West Lake Hills 512-518-4992 Teresa Chavez Baylor Scott & White Clinic 5251 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 200 512-654-3000

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REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

PRECISION REGENERATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE Mihnea Dumitrescu, MD Aaron Arel, DO, Katie O’Sullivan, DPT Precision Medicine is “N=1 Medicine.” You are treated based on individual circumstances, not those of the population at large. We pioneered an integrative approach based on regenerative and functional medicine to leverage your body’s ability to self-heal.

Start with our customized diagnostic and treatment options for spine and sports injuries. Our regenerative programs employ platelet-rich plasma and stem cell precisely guided injections, in-house physical therapy, peptides, supplements, hormones, and long-term follow-up for ongoing prevention.

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1101 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Ste. F-101 Austin, Texas 78746 512-892-0490 austinprecisionmedicine.com

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Brock E. Harper Central Texas Rheumatology Associates 2005 N. Lakeline Blvd., Ste. B., Cedar Park 512-518-4690 Robert Koval Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000 Allyson Kristen McDonough Baylor Scott & White Health 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 MaiLan Nguyen Texas Children’s Hospital 8611 N. Mopac Expy., 3rd Fl. 737-220-8200 Sangeetha Pabolu Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Veena Ajit Patel UT Health Austin Rheumatology 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A, Ste. 1.616 833-882-2737 Samuel Pegram Advanced Pain Care 3316 Williams Drive, Ste. 150, Georgetown 512-244-4272 Darush Rahmani ARC Round Rock 940 Hesters Crossing Road, Round Rock 512-244-9024 Brian S. Sayers 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 110 512-454-3631

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Olga V. Szalasny Baylor Scott & White Clinic 425 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

Mustasim N. Rumi Ascension Medical Group Seton Orthopedics 16020 Park Valley Drive, Round Rock 512-324-9170

Monty Tew Central Texas Rheumatology Associates 2005 N. Lakeline Blvd., Ste. B, Cedar Park 512-518-4690

Mark Santman Baylor Scott & White Clinic 300a University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200

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John K. Stokes Ascension Texas Spine and Scoliosis 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 200 512-324-3580

Ashwin Gowda Texas Sleep Medicine 1221 W. Ben White Blvd., Ste. A100 512-440-5757

Spine Surgery Ivan Cheng Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 911 W. 38th St., Ste. 300 512-439-1000 Alex Cruz Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 4700 Seton Center Pkwy., Ste. 200 512-439-1000 Matthew J. Geck Ascension Texas Spine and Scoliosis 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 200 512-324-3580 Robert Josey Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin 4611 Guadalupe St., Ste. 200 512-476-2830 Craig A. Kuhns Austin Spine 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 708 512-347-7463 Thomas S. Loftus Austin Neurosurgical Institute 2200 Park Bend Drive, Bldg. 2, Ste. 202 512-836-0900

Ram R. Vasudevan Austin Neurospine 5300 Bee Cave Road, Bldg. 1, Ste. 220 512-640-0010 Rick M. Wupperman Austin Spine 3000 N. I-35, Ste. 708 512-347-7463

Sports Medicine M. Tyrrell Burrus Ascension Medical Group Seton Orthopedics 3707 S. Second St., Ste. 100 512-324-9170 Brandon Keith Zinn ARC Cedar Park 801 E. Whitestone Blvd., Bldg. B, Stes. 100 & 101, Cedar Park 512-259-3467 Jerett A. Zipin ARC Kelly Lane 2100 Autumn Slate Drive, Ste. 150, Pflugerville 737-220-7200

Surgical Oncology Kim Denise Brown UT Health Austin Surgical Oncology 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 833-882-2737

Richard Y. Fleming UT Health Austin Surgical Oncology 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 833-882-2737 Rob Alan Fuller Texas Oncology 901 W. 38th St., Ste. 200, 512-421-4250 Alex Bernard Haynes UT Health Austin Surgical Oncology 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A 512-495-5717 Shaun P. McKenzie Texas Oncology 12221 Renfert Way, Ste. 120 512-421-4250 CDR Christopher R. Oxner Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-421-4250 Rebecca L. Wiatrek Texas Oncology 6204 Balcones Drive 512-421-4250

Transplant Surgery Joel Adler Ascension Seton/UT Health Austin Abdominal Transplant Center 1400 N. I-35, Ste. C.400 512-324-7930

Trauma Surgery Blake Schultz Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates 911 W. 38th St., Ste. 300 512-439-1000 Marc D. Trust Ascension Medical Group Seton Surgery 1601 Trinity St. 512-324-7873

Urology Brett W. Baker Urology Austin 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 200 512-477-5905 Carl Bischoff Urology Austin 1401 Medical Pkwy., Bldg. B, Ste. 101, Cedar Park 512-248-2200 R. Grady Bruce Urology Austin 16040 Park Valley Drive, Bldg. A, Ste. 111, Round Rock 512-248-2200 David Cuellar Urology Austin 16040 Park Valley Drive, Bldg. A, Ste. 111, Round Rock 512-248-2200 Robert Dickinson Urology Austin 1180 Seton Pkwy., Ste. 125, Kyle 512-268-7100 Eric Giesler Urology Austin 11410 Jollyville Road, Ste. 1101 512-231-1444 Miranda Hardee Urology Austin 11410 Jollyville Road, Ste. 1101 512-231-1444 Juzar Jamnagerwalla Baylor Scott & White Clinic 302 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0200 Aaron Laviana Ascension Medical Group Seton Urology 1601 Trinity St. 512-324-7871

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FUAD MAKKOUK, MD Vitreoretinal Surgeon Dr. Makkouk embarked on his journey in ophthalmology in Austin, where he graduated with honors in biochemistry from the University of Texas at Austin. He pursued his medical degree and residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he served as chief resident of ophthalmology. Additionally, he completed an internship at Yale New Haven Hospital and later returned to Yale University as a vitreoretinal surgery fellow and clinical instructor. His achievements include multiple publications in esteemed scientific journals and presentations at conferences nationwide.

Dr. Makkouk’s diverse interests in ophthalmology encompass macular degeneration, retinal detachments, and diabetic retinopathy. He currently practices at Austin Eye Center, offering advanced ophthalmologic care in a patient-focused, personalized environment.

9707 Anderson Mill Rd. Ste. 230, Austin, TX 78750 (512) 693-9363

AUSTIN EYE CENTER Epiphany Dermatology of West Lake Hills, TX Dr. Mary Ann Martinez is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in the prevention, early detection, and treatment of skin cancer, as well as improving the aesthetics of patients’ skin. Her formal education and training include: • University of Texas at Austin (Austin, TX) – BA, Biology (Phi Beta Kappa) • University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio (San Antonio, TX) – Medical School (Alpha Omega Alpha) • University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston, TX) – Internal Medicine Internship • Duke University Medical Center (Durham, NC) – Dermatology Residency After residency, Dr. Martinez returned to Texas, settling in Austin. She worked with a multispecialty group and then opened her privately-owned solo practice, Bee Caves Dermatology in 1999.

A Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), Dr. Martinez provides comprehensive dermatologic care for patients of all ages. She has a special interest in adolescent and adult acne, skin cancer prevention, skin cancer detection, female dermatology, and antiaging skin care. Her cosmetic interests include Botox® Cosmetic, dermal fillers, Kybella®, and chemical peels.

In 2023, Dr. Martinez and her team at Bee Caves Dermatology began their partnership with Epiphany Dermatology, a leading dermatology company committed to improving access to exceptional dermatologic care.

5656 Bee Caves Rd., Bldg. D, Ste. #203, Austin, TX 78746 PHONE: (512) 329-6090 • FAX: (877) 796-4414 www.epiphanydermatology.com

Mary Ann Martinez, MD

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Michael L. McClelland Urology Austin 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 200 512-477-5905

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Nikki P. Le The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

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Nathaniel Polnaszek Baylor Scott & White Clinic 910 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 512-260-6100 Robyn L. Roberts Urology Austin 1180 Seton Pkwy., Ste. 125, Kyle 512-268-7100

Ilana Michal Mendelow Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic 200 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway 512-654-1234

Peter Ruff Urology Austin 608 Radam Lane 512-443-5988

Sandeep Mistry Nau Urology Specialists 970 Hesters Crossing Road, Ste. 101, Round Rock 512-238-0762 Elizabeth Mobley Urology Austin 11410 Jollyville Road, Ste. 1101 512-231-1444 Robert Northway Urology Austin 608 Radam Lane 512-443-5988 Tara Kelly Ortiz Baylor Scott & White Health 5330 Overpass Road, Ste. 100, Buda 737-999-6600 E. Charles Osterberg Urology Austin 608 Radam Lane 512-443-5988 Matthew D. Pearson The Austin Diagnostic Clinic 12221 N. Mopac Expy.

512-901-4021 David Phillips Urology Austin 608 Radam Lane 512-443-5988

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Koushik Shaw Austin Urology Institute 12319 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 200 512-694-8888 Rachel Sosland Urology Austin 608 Radam Lane 512-443-5988 Michael Trotter Midtown Urology Associates 911 W. 38th St., Ste. 200 512-451-7935 James Stuart Wolf Jr. UT Health Austin Ambulatory Surgery Center 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A, Ste. 704F 512-324-7871 Harras Zaid Ascension Medical Group Seton Urology 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. A, Ste. 704F 512-324-7871

Vascular and Interventional Radiology Connie I. Hsu ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 Ian D. McLoughlin ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Stephen Pan ARA Diagnostic Imaging 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Ste. 101 512-795-8505 David Quintana ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100 Jeffrey S. Sheneman ARA Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100 Ryan W. Vancura ARC Diagnostic Imaging 12554 Riata Vista Circle 512-795-5100

Vascular Surgery Jeffrey M. Apple Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons 1010 W. 40th St. 512-459-8753 Lucas Ferrer Cardona Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440 Joseph Dubose Institute for Cardiovascular Health 1201 W. 38th St. 512-324-3440 Joel Gotvald Austin Vascular & Vein Specialists 12319 N. Mopac Expy., Ste. 250 512-339-9102 John K. Politz Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons 1010 W. 40th St. 512-459-8753 Pedro TeIxeira Ascension Texas Cardiovascular 1004 W. 32nd St., Ste. 300 512-324-3440

How the List is Made Using an online survey, Austin Monthly solicited peer nominations from physicians in the greater Austin area, asking them to nominate up to three doctors per practice area who they would trust with the medical care of themselves or their family. To ensure the nomination process is peer-based, full contact information was requested before nominating, and doctors were asked to limit their nominations to physicians whose work they’ve personally witnessed. Austin Monthly then tallied the results, selecting the top percentage of vote recipients in each practice area before submitting the final list to our fact-checking process, which includes a review of good standing among medical boards.

Doctors do not and cannot pay to be a part of the list. We recognize that many good doctors are not included on the list; this is only a sampling of a huge array of talented professionals within the region. We encourage all consumers to do their own research before selecting a doctor.

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At Austin Family Allergy and Asthma, Dr. Lieberman, and nurse practitioner Jill Apodaca pride themselves on offering the best possible care to their patients.

We see patients of all ages from infants to seniors, for many allergic conditions including asthma, cedar fever, and food allergy. We offer allergy testing for young infants and early introduction of peanut to infants at 6 months of age.

Additionally, we are one of the few practices in Central Texas to offer infant oral immunotherapy (OIT) for very young patients with peanut allergy.

For those with severe seasonal allergies, especially to cedar or oak pollen, allergy drops offer a safe and effective alternative to shots. This is especially popular amongst our younger patients. Dr. Lieberman has been annually recognized as Top Docs by Austin Monthly and Super Doctors by Texas Monthly for the past 20 years. He works with many local school districts and childcare facilities to ensure best practices and standards for food allergy care, helping to ensure the safety of thousands of Central Texas students. There is no need to suffer any longer with Austin’s severe allergies, we can help. Please give us a call to set up an appointment with Jill or Dr Lieberman, same day appointments are often available.

Allen Lieberman, MD

10801 N Mopac Expy bldg 2 ste. 150, Austin, TX 78759 • (512) 346-7936 • familyallergyatx.com

REPRODUCTION ENDOCRINOLOGY/ INFERTILITY

AUSTIN FERTILITY INSTITUTE Kenneth K. Moghadam, MD

Dr. Kenneth Moghadam is the Medical Director of Austin Fertility Institute.

He is an experienced reproductive medicine specialist in practice since 2005, with board certification in both obstetrics/ gynecology and reproductive endocrinology/infertility. The entire team at Austin Fertility Institute has served central Texas and beyond since 2010. As experienced reproductive healthcare professionals, we understand the personal challenges patients face when they begin to seek explanations for their difficulties in conceiving.

A core principle of our practice is our commitment to placing the highest priority not only upon your outcome but also the care you receive. Our clinical team provides unparalleled personal attention and education. We pride ourselves in taking a comprehensive approach to reproductive care applying medical and surgical techniques, in addition to assisted reproduction, to help you achieve your goals. Our team is dedicated to combining progressive medical knowledge with the individualized and compassionate approach to treatment that you deserve.

2200 Park Bend Drive Building 2, Suite 201 Austin, TX 78758 512-339-4234 austinfertilityinstitute.com

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Weird History The Naked Truth

Bosom Buddies After police placed a 24-hour ban on topless women, enraged locals gathered downtown on Mardi Gras wearing nothing but pants.

AT 10 P.M. ON FEB. 27, 2001, troves of policemen clad in full riot gear stood shoulder to shoulder, circumnavigating the corner of Trinity and Sixth streets.

Their target? A group of 50 women and drag queens huddled together in topless solidarity, with organizer Caroline Estes at the center of it all.

A week before, Estes found herself arguing with the city’s police chief on the front steps of APD headquarters. The official had declared that for one night only—Mardi Gras—it would be illegal for a woman to show her breasts in public.

(The previous year, teenagers swarmed Sixth Street in a chaotic frenzy after the bars closed to catch a glimpse of nude revelers.) Pinning the blame on women, Estes declared, was “a pile of bullsh*t.”

While police said the rule was to prevent any chance of rioting, Estes knew it was an excuse. What they were actually afraid of was women not acquiescing to their demands, she believes. “We’ll arrest you and everyone else who tries it,” the protestor remembers the chief saying. “Get a van,” she responded. “That’ll be a great picture on the front of the newspapers.”

After Estes placed ads in local periodicals and put up fliers at gay bars around town, a wide range of residents showed up that night topless for their so-called “tit-in” to support a woman’s right to go bare-chested. As she had correctly predicted, the officers had their hands legally tied. All they could do was watch from behind their shields—talk about male gaze!

Within days, Playboy would pick up the story and share it nationally. Years later, it would be Estes’ inspiration to use naked activism for political change. But for that night, the message was already clear: The nipple was—and will always be—free in Austin.

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