Congratulations to Glenn Talboy, MD, Professor and Chairman of Surgery @UMKCmedschool! https://t.co/0zrkHq2SNt
— UMKC (@UMKansasCity) April 23, 2017

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— Rutgers RWJMedSchool (@RWJMS) February 2, 2017

Selection for the American Health Council’s “Leader in Medicine” award is reserved for those individuals who have exhibited exemplary conduct in their field. These doctors and medical educators serve as the guiding light for advancement from the classroom to the consultation room to the operating room. Leading by example, the difference begins with them.

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TEXAS

February 3, 2023

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Janelle House, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Osteopathic Medicine and family medicine.

April 6, 2022

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Rubin Cooper, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of his outstanding dedication in the field of Pediatric Cardiology.

January 20, 2022

The American Health Council has welcomed Kathryn Froiland, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Oncology Nurse Educator.

November 12, 2021

The American Health Council has welcomed Barbara Cox, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Physical Therapy.

May 6, 2021

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Milamari Cunningham, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Anesthesiology.

January 28, 2021

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Sarah Johle, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Optometry and Glaucoma.

December 9, 2020

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Lena Bruce, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Family Medicine.

July 22, 2020

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Mya Schiess, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the fields of Movement Disorders and Neurodegenerative Disorders.

May 28, 2020

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Michael Savin, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Oncology.

April 2, 2020

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Deborah Barnes, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Behavioral Therapy.

March 31, 2020

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Louis Coates, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Family Medicine.

February 28, 2020

The American Health Council has welcomed Dr. Leticia Gutierrez Jeffords, as " Best in Medicine" in recognition of her outstanding dedication in the field of Dental Pediatrics.

September 9, 2019

Dr. Kapturczak oversees all nephrology and transplantations and performs pre and post-operations evaluations and suppressant regiments. While he has held his current role for 10 years, Dr. Kapturczak has spent over 25 years in the healthcare industry expanding his skills and knowledge in transplant nephrology and internal medicine.

August 11, 2019

Dr. Pedro Blandon, Associate Professor of Nephrology at Texas Tech University (TTU), to their Board of Physicians. With 22 years in the healthcare industry, including 11 in his current position, Dr. Blandon shares a wealth of skills and expertise in Nephrology and Medicine.

July 26, 2019

First determined to pursue a career in engineering, Dr. Carter enrolled at the University of Missouri in 1971. After earning a metallurgical engineering degree in 1976, he realized that engineering was not for him. He immediately enrolled at the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree in 1980.

December 14, 2018

Dr. Trinh maintains a very active schedule as currently serves as the chief medical officer and staff physician at Irvine Clinical Research, president and founder of TongueOut Corporation and clinical assistant professor at the University of California, Irvine — College of Medicine in Irvine, Calif. Since entering the healthcare field, Dr. Trinh has expanded his skills and knowledge in educating and communicating with the public regarding health prevention.

October 5, 2017

A current practicing Cardiologist at East Texas Medical Center, Dr. Aleksandr Korniyenko has an expertise in Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, Cardiac Critical Care, and Medicine, Dr. Korniyenko offers multifaceted contributions to health and patient care. Currently a two-year Physician at East Texas Medical Center.

October 2, 2017

Dr. Christopher Dunnahoo, current Champion EMS Medical Director, Director of Mentoring and Onboarding, and Co-Director of LEMA Leadership Institute. Dr. Dunnahoo is known for his expertise in Emergency Medicine, EMS Medicine, Mentoring, and Leadership.

August 2, 2017

For 25 years, Dr. Lambert has served as Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology. Dr. Lambert shares his 40 years of knowledge and expertise in Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Surgery, and Medical Device Development.

July 13, 2017

According to Dr. Issa, he became involved in his profession after developing an affection for the field(s) of internal medicine and infectious disease, and attributes his success to hard work and his family’s endless support. At Clear Lake Specialties, Dr. Issa engages daily in managing antibiotic usage, consulting with physicians, working with office patients referred from the PCP, as well as caring for patients.

January 23, 2017

Dr. Carlos Encarnacion, Physician at Texas Oncology, shares his knowledge and expertise in Medical Oncology and Hematology and Cancer Genetics. Dr. Encarnacion has been active in the healthcare industry for the past 23 years and specifically 20 years at Texas Oncology.

Bushra Aziz, MD

Director
Solo Practice / Inpatient at Preby Dallas

Pedro Blandon, MD

Assoc. Prof.
Texas Tech Univ.

Lena Bruce, MD

Sole Proprietor
Self

Frankie Burget, OTR

Owner
Windsong Therapy and Wellness, Inc

Louis Coates, DO

Physician
Louis P. Coates, LLC

Paromita Datta, MD

Physician
ALMVAH

Christopher Dunnahoo, MD

MD, Dir., Co-Director
Leading Edge Medical Associates (LEMA)

Sawsan Faroussi, AP/CP, MD, FCAP

Assistant Prof.
Baylor College of Med.

Husam Issa, MD

Physician
M.J. Baba MD

Matthias Kapturczak, MD, PhD

MD
San Antonio Kidney Disease Center

Huma Kausar, MD

Physician
St. Lukes Health System

Aleksandr Korniyenko, MD

Cardiologist
ETMC

Benjamin Odom, BS-PT, DPT

Founder/President
Promotion Health

Vincent Ohaju, DO, FACOS, FACS

MD
St Joseph Health Care Center

Umber Salman, MD

Assoc. Prof./ Director
UT Health San Antonio

Mya Schiess, MD

Professor Director of Movement Disorders and Neurodegenerative Disorders
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston