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Taking Care of Your Health, Together

Bringing together skilled physicians who span the range from primary care to specialized medicine, the Methodist Medical Group is devoted to providing the full spectrum of care to the North Texas community. From virtual visits to concierge medicine, aches and pains to surgery - our team is ready to assist you with your healthcare needs with the backing and resources of the entire Methodist Health System. You're never alone with Methodist Medical Group.

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Care Team Spotlight
  • Adeola B. Darden, MD

    Dr. Darden, is board certified in family medicine. She completed her residency at Penn State University/Good Samaritan Hospital.

  • Elizabeth Rodriguez, PA-C

    Elizabeth Rodriguez, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant who has been in practice since 2021. She specializes in preventive medicine through screenings, health maintenance, and education. Certified by the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Ms. Rodriguez is able to treat patients with a wide range of issues, however, she has a ...

  • Paul S. Hackett, MD

    Paul Hackett, MD specializes in the surgical care of patients with diseases of the colon and rectum. A member of the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, Dr. Hackett is trained to use the latest in minimally invasive surgical techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients. Dr. Hackett provides treatment for colon and rectal cancer screening and treatment, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative ...

  • David Didlake, NP

    David Didlake, NP, is a nurse practitioner who is passionate about providing patients with the upmost quality care. Mr. Didlake, completed his undergraduate degree in Nursing at the University of Texas at Tyler. He earned his Master in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington. Mr. Didlake is certified as an advanced practice registered nurse by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and the Texas Board of ...

  • Mahendra N. Kakarla, MD

    Board certified in internal medicine, physical medicine, and geriatric medicine, Dr. Kakarla has been in practice in Dallas since 1982. Dr. Kakarla graduated from Rangaraya Medical College in Kakinada, India and completed his Residency at New York Presbyterian Queens.

  • Steven Martinez, PA-C

    Steven Martinez, PA-C, is a compassionate and dedicated healthcare provider who has been serving patients since 2016. Mr. Martinez initially graduated with his bachelor’s degree in Spanish and Sociology and Criminology from Colorado State University, and completed his master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Texas Arlington. He practiced social work for the Center of Geriatrics at UNT Health Science ...

  • Gabriela A. Arias, MD

    Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Arias earned her degree in Human Biology from Stanford University and her medical degree from UT Health Science Center. She completed her residency in Family Medicine at the Methodist Family Medicine Residency Program. In her spare time, Dr. Arias enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time at White Rock Lake. Dr. Arias lives with her husband and three children in the Lakewood ...

  • Joshua Brooks, PA-C

    Texas native Joshua Brooks, PA-C, is dedicated to providing patients with the thoroughly researched and medically advanced approaches. Mr. Brooks completed his undergraduate degree from McMurry University in Abilene, Texas, and earned his graduate degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center in Lubbock, Texas. Certified by the Texas Physician Assistant Board, Mr. Brooks is able to diagnose and treat ...

  • Lori M. Kautzman, MD

    Lori Kautzman, M.D., is a Hepatobiliary and Abdominal Transplant Surgeon who performs adult and pediatric liver, kidney, and pancreas transplant procedures, and hepatobiliary – pancreatic surgery. She is extensively trained in adult and pediatric intestinal and multivisceral transplantation. Dr. Kautzman earned a B.A. in Biology from Kansas State University and her medical degree from the University of Kansas School ...

  • Parvez S. Mantry, MD

    Dr. Mantry is the Medical Director, Liver Institute Research; Medical Director Hepatobiliary Tumor Program Dr. Parvez Mantry completed his residency at New York Medical College and his fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the University of Rochester. After completing his fellowship, Dr. Mantry served as the designated UNOS primary transplant physician and director of transplant hepatology at the ...

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