Thought Leadership
The J. Flowers Health Institute Blog
A Comprehensive Resource from Our Specialists
Team Members
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Moe Schlachter, MS, RD, CDCES
A registered dietitian nutritionist and certified diabetes care and education specialist, Schlachter is dedicated to promoting health and wellness through thorough nutrition care. He specializes in medically and psychologically complex nutrition conditions, including diabetes, malnutrition, substance abuse disorder, fibromyalgia, IBS, and eating disorders. Schlachter’s interest in nutrition had its foundation in his early career as…
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Anu Davis, MD
A founding partner in River Oaks Doctors Group, a concierge medical practice, Dr. Davis has two decades of experience as a board-certified endocrinologist. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in biochemistry, Dr. Davis earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. She completed her…
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David Goldfarb, MD
An experienced physician and surgeon, Dr. Goldfarb specializes in complex robotic and endoscopic procedures treating men’s and women’s urologic issues. Employing minimally invasive approaches, Dr. Goldfarb is highly trained in urologic oncologic conditions (kidney, prostate, and bladder cancer) with a special focus on men’s health, including low testosterone, male infertility, vasectomies, and erectile dysfunction. With…
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Loren Chorn
Loren Chorn, LMSW, serves as a Case Manager at J. Flowers Health Institute, where he coordinates treatment and serves as a primary point of contact for clients, families, legal representatives, and outside providers. Working closely with the Institute’s interdisciplinary team, he helps ensure seamless care, supports discharge planning, connects clients with continued resources, and provides…
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Catherine Papasakelariou, MD
A board-certified dermatologist with expertise in cosmetic procedures, Dr. Papasakelariou helps patients emphasize their inherent beauty by creating personalized treatment plans with an emphasis on a natural aesthetic. With a passion for both general and cosmetic dermatology, she assists patients with a variety of skin concerns, including acne, aging skin, skin cancer, and psoriasis. She…
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Joseph Galati, MD
With more than three decades of experience, Dr. Galati is an established leader in the field of liver disease and liver transplantation. With an undergraduate degree from Syracuse University and a Doctor of Medicine degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in the Caribbean, Dr. Galati performed his residency in internal medicine at the…
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William S. Gilmer, MD
A board-certified neurologist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology, Dr. Gilmer brings more than 20 years of comprehensive, compassionate care to J. Flowers, where his goal is to carefully listen to and fully understand patient problems and treat conservatively and effectively. After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Gilmer…
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Abraham Thomas, MD
Board-certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine, Dr. Thomas has been in practice in Houston since 1991, specializing in acute pain management, chronic pain, and back and neck pain. He earned his medical degree from the McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, where he also completed his residency in anesthesia and a fellowship in pain medicine.…
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James S. Flowers Ph.D., CSAT, LPC-S
For more than 25 years, Dr. James Flowers has been one of the most recognized and respected names in the field of chronic pain, pain recovery, and addiction. With his broad educational background and extensive experience in both the evaluation and treatment of chronic pain and co-occurring addiction, he is recognized as an expert. Dr.…
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Jennifer Hartman
Jennifer serves as Director of National Business Development at J. Flowers Health Institute, bringing more than 20 years of experience in psychiatric nursing, addiction treatment, and medical leadership to her role. Her clinical knowledge, compassion, and background in television and media communications allow her to build meaningful relationships with professionals, families, and communities across the…