LaparoscopicGallbladderRemovalCholecystectomy near College Station, TX

Care Philosophy: Providing state of the art care without the downtown hassles.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Abikhaled has a special interest in thyroid and parathyroid surgery. He treats conditions such as thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, and hyperparathyroidism. He uses advanced techniques such as MIRP (minimally invasive radio-guided parathyroidectomy) and IOPTH (intra-operative parathyroid hormone testing) to facilitate his patients' surgery and recovery.

Biography: Dr. Curtis Wray, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 54 years old and has been practicing for 19 years. Dr. Curtis Wray, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Paul James, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 66 years old. Dr. Paul James, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center and HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland.

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

Biography: Dr. Amanda Garza is a Texas native, born in the city of Mission in the Rio Grande valley. After her grandmother passed away from breast cancer, Dr. Garza dedicated herself to her studies to become a doctor to help families in similar circumstances. Dr. Garza is a fluent Spanish speaker. Dr. Garza specializes in general laparoscopic procedures and diseases of the breast. She truly enjoys performing laparoscopic Nissen procedures for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as well as spleen and thyroid procedures. Dr. Garza loves reading mystery and crime novels, dogs, and spending time with friends and family.

Care Philosophy: As a surgeon, I just don't just perform procedures; I facilitate a patient's journey back to a fulfilling life. My surgical expertise, combined with post-operative care, assists patients in regaining functionality, reducing pain, and ultimately, returning to a life filled with health, happiness, and possibilities.

Care Philosophy: I am interested in helping people understand nutrition and helping them lose weight to live a healthier and happier life. I am board certified in both surgical and medical weight management and have been Medical Director for bariatric surgery at Houston Methodist, Memorial Herman Memorial city, and Mission Hospital in Asheville. I have now returned to Houston and will be practicing out of Houston Methodist West and directing the Metabolic Center.