CENTRIC PHYSICIANS - Key Persons

Dr. Murrmann is board certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine and has practiced medicine for over 38 years. He attended Indiana University and completed his residency at the University of Missouri. During his time in Houston, Tx, Dr. Murrmann had the pleasure of working at every major hospital in their medical center. Dr. Murrmann is very passionate about what he does. He enjoys every interaction he has with his patients and their families. In his spare time, Dr. Murrmann likes to stargaze through his 14' astronomy dome.

Douglas Sander

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Neuropsychologist

Dr. Jesus Aranda

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Clinical Psychologist
Neuropsychologist / Director of Behavioral Health

Dr. Jesus Aranda is a clinical psychologist with an expertise in dementia and neuropsychology. He is the lead Coordinator for Centric Physicians Behavior Health team. Dr. Aranda attended Argosy University in Dallas and completed his residency at the Mississippi State Hospital and post-doctoral year with San Antonio State Hospital. Dr. Aranda is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of severe psychiatric illnesses. As a neuropsychologist, he conducts neurobehavioral evaluations to help clarify diagnosis and assist with treatment plans of people with neurocognitive disorders (dementia, TBI, etc). Dr. Aranda also enjoys the opportunity to work with and help families understand brain changes that affect their loved ones. In his spare time, Dr. Aranda enjoys spending time with his family and playing tennis.

Dr. Virginia Barlow

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Primary Care Physician
Practice Physician
Trustee, San Antonio

Dr. Virginia Barlow, a family practice physician with an emphasis in geriatric care, is currently associated with Centric Physicians in San Antonio, Texas. The company's primary focus is on post-acute and nursing home care. Barlow began her career at St. Joseph's Hospital in Buckhannon, WV, where she provided family practice and obstetrical care from 1997 - 1999. Since beginning her career, she has held various roles including family practice, Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director. Barlow has touched many lives through her work in hospitals located in Coudersport, Pennsylvania, Potsdam, New York, The Woodlands, Texas and Kerrville, Texas. From 1997-1999, Barlow served on the Medical Executive Committee and Ethics Committee. She was also an elected member on the Physician Advisory Board for the Catholic Health Association of the United States of America from 2000 - 2004. The advisory board met twice a year to formulate a plan of action on topics such as "The Utilization of Birth Control in the Catholic Healthcare Setting," "Care of the Poor and Disparaged Persons" and "Physician Burnout." From 1996 - 2000, she served annually as a physician volunteer for Faith in Practice, a non-profit organization formed for the sole purpose of providing medical and surgical care to the under-served in the mountainous region surrounding Antigua, Guatemala. Barlow graduated from Texas State University in 1979, with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education. In 1987, she began the Biology - MD Program at the University of Houston to fulfill her pre-medical requirements. She was accepted at The University of Texas Medical Branch of Galveston and ultimately graduated with a medical degree in May of 1994. She went on to complete the Memorial Southwest Family Practice Residency program in Houston, TX on June 30, 1997.

Efrem DeHughes

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Elizabeth "Ann" Maxey

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Call Center Staff Member
Call Center Nurse

Emily Lailhengue

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Family Nurse Practitioner

Gabrielle Castellanos

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Director of Strategic Operations

Gail Hubbard

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Gail Hubbard received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington and her Master of Science in Nursing from the UT Health Science Center - San Antonio. Gail started her nursing career in 2002 in the critical care and cardiac unit but has always had a passion for psychiatry. She has been a nurse practitioner for three years now and loves being able to make a change in her patient's lives. Gail always strives to treat her patients with respect, dignity, and with a holistic approach. She aims to treat all the needs of her patients and give them the best care suited for their needs. In her spare time, Gail enjoys exploring music venues with her husband listening to good music.

Grant Needham

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Primary Care Physician 's Associate

Jane "Roxann" Persing

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Call Center Staff Member
Call Center Nurse

Jeaneen Spears

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Call Center Staff Member
Call Center Nurse

Jessica Carvajal

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Clinical Care Coordinator

Jessica Vogt

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Clinical Care Coordinator

Kathleen "Kathy" Jordan

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Kathryn "Kat" Davis

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Call Center Staff Member
Call Center Nurse

Kayla Himphayvanh

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Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Kayla Himphayvanh is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She recently obtained her Master of Nursing in Science from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and previously obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Hawaii Pacific University in Honolulu, HI.

Ketha Saunders

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Clinical Care Coordinator

Krystle Mecke

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Clinical Care Coordinator

Laura Bauml

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Neuropsychologist

Laura Givens - CEO, Founder

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Chief Executive Officer
Founder

Dr. Givens is founder and Chief Executive Officer of Centric Physicians, a Certified Medical Director, and is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. She was raised in a military family and graduated from Judson High School in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Givens received her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Trinity University and received her Medical Degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston. She later received her Master of Healthcare Administration from Trinity University. Dr. Givens served in the United States Air Force medical corps, and retired in 2004, and has focused her practice in post-acute care since that time. Dr. Givens has a passion for helping others and developing strong relationships with the patients and facilities she serves. In her free time Dr. Givens enjoys spending time with her family and working with and training her two service dogs.

Leslie Acron

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Call Center Staff Member
Call Center Nurse

Linda Reid-Bonnema

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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Lisa Thomas

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Wyoming

Mac Rowlett

ma..@centricphysicians.com

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Director of Business Development

Madisen Hall

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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Mandy Heffernan

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Clinical Care Coordinator

Martha Wilson

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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner / Wyoming

Megan Perez

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Call Center Staff Member
Call Center Nurse

Melissa Warden

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Clinical Care Coordinator

Michael "Brian" Green

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Michael Malinas

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Psychotherapist - Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Michael Malinas is a Psychotherapist-Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and received his graduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He has been a psychotherapist for more than 40 years treating a wide range of clients and problems in clinics, hospitals and nursing homes. Michael loves working in long term nursing care and assisted living facilities to provide a personal connection to residents as they adjust to their new ‘homes', reminisce about the past and become members of their residential communities. When he's not immersed in caring for his patients, he's at home with his wife, 2 dogs and a cat or playing the guitar or piano.

Micheal "Manuel" Emperador

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Michele Lee

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Call Center Staff Member
Call Center Nurse

Michelle Mourre

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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Milton Shaw

Dr. Shaw is board certified and a Certified Medical Director with AMDA specializing in internal medicine. Dr. Shaw attended Rice University and the University of Health Science Center where he completed his residency. Dr. Shaw is the former president of the Texas Medical Director Association and currently sits on the board. He has been the Medical Director of Geriatrics in Kerrville for over 15 years. Dr. Shaw appreciates the personal interaction with his geriatric patients and enjoys golfing, traveling, and bird hunting.

Nissa Shakocious

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Peter Acosta

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Primary Care Physician

Dr. Acosta is board certified with the American Board of Family Practice. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Texas in Austin. Dr. Acosta fulfilled his medical degree at the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara and finished his residency at Good Samaritan Hospital. Dr. Acosta has over 40 years of experience and always strives to take a holistic approach when practicing medicine. He has a passion for helping others and enjoys traveling in his spare time.

Raymond Garcia

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Rosaria Taimouri

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Primary Care Physician

Dr. Taimouri has been practicing medicine since 1998. She received her bachelor's degree from the Texas Woman's University in Denton, Texas in 1991, graduated from medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas in 1995, and completed her medical residency in internal medicine at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1998. Dr. Taimouri has spent the majority of her career serving the post-acute community. She is fluent in both English and Spanish and takes a holistic approach with her patients. Her greatest passion as a physician is building a relationship with her patients and families. When Dr. Taimouri is not caring for patients, she enjoys spending time with her family.