Our Team
About Us
North Texas Surgical Specialists are proud to provide surgical services to residents of Fort Worth, Texas, and surrounding cities. This facility offers a variety of services to patients, including weight loss surgery, general surgery, vascular surgery, colorectal surgery, and robotic surgery. The experienced physicians at North Texas Surgical Specialists also offer surgical treatment options for patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), pancreatic cancer, colon cancer, and esophageal cancer. The doctors at this facility understand that every case is unique, and they plan procedures carefully to meet the needs of the individual patient.
North Texas Surgical Specialists main office is located on 8th Avenue in Fort Worth, Texas with 5 other locations filtered throughout the DFW area. They accept all types of insurance, including PPO and HMO plans. Their surgeons are affiliated with several hospitals in the area, allowing patients to select a location that is convenient for them. Patients who are interested in treatment at North Texas Surgical Specialists should contact the office to schedule an appointment.
Physicians

Jay Patel, DO
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Long Nguyen, MD
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Ashley Mekala, DO
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Saadi Halbouni, MD
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Nezar Jrebi, MD
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Tai Do, MD
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Leslie Reddell, DO
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Denish Patel, DO
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Hyungmin Jung, MD
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Mohamed Ibrahim, MD
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Amanda Dugan, AANP
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Jay Patel, DO
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Long Nguyen, MD
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Ashley Mekala, DO
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Saadi Halbouni, MD
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Nezar Jrebi, MD
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Tai Do, MD
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Leslie Reddell, DO
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Denish Patel, DO
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Hyungmin Jung, MD
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Mohamed Ibrahim, MD
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Amanda Dugan, AANP
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Executive Team

Rob San Miguel
VP of Operations
Comprehensive management and oversight of all of NTSS operations from daily clinic to surgery. Also works with the providers to ensure the practice continues to grow and ensures high fidelity for the care of our patients. During my free time, I enjoy participating in activities of health and fitness, spending time outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
Leadership Team

Enna Halcomb
Office Manager
Handles all incoming referrals to ensure speedy processing and appointment scheduling. Insurance verification and provider/patient communication throughout the referral process. I love spending time with my hubby and our 4 children. Enjoy going to the movies and doing activities with my family.

Shard Lee
Billing Manager
Comprehensive billing oversight both in-office and surgical procedures. Charge entry and claim submission to streamline billing processes. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time at the lake, kayaking on a lazy river, playing around with my chihuahuas, volunteering and spending time with my family and friends.

Cecilia Ojeda
Lead Medical Assistant
Makes sure patients are well informed in the lifestyle change that will come with bariatric surgery and the journey toward weight loss. Works closely with doctors during the patients visit to maximize patient care. On my free time I enjoy hiking, working out and spending time with my family. I am very passionate about living a healthy lifestyle, love to share my knowledge and encouragement with our patients.
Ancillary Team

Josefina Samano
MA/Medical Records

Sandy Arriaga
Medical Assistant

Bianca Marchant
Medical Assistant

Summar Darlymple
Surgery Scheduler

Antoinette Jones
Referral Coordinator

Shayla Washington
Front Office/Medical Records

Nancy Palacios
Front Office

Sylvia Ramirez
Patient Care Advocate

Danielle Wiliams
Sonographer

Gabriela Bettis
Front Desk