Trinity Health is excited to welcome Abir Oliver, PA-C, to our Cardiothoracic Surgery team. A native of Beirut, Lebanon, Abir earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of Providence, Great Falls, MT, before earning her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks. Throughout her career, Abir gained clinical rotation experience at Trinity Health in various specialties, including Cardiothoracic Surgery, Family Medicine, Hospital Medicine, General Surgery, Emergency/Trauma Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery. A member of the American Academy of Physician Associates, she also served as a CT Technologist with Trinity Health, performing imaging for trauma, stroke and routine diagnostic cases. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, traveling with her husband and gardening.
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Sina Koochakzadeh, MD
A member of our ear, nose and throat team, Sina Koochakzadeh, MD, earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of South Florida, Tampa, before earning a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando. From there, Dr. Koochakzadeh completed an otolaryngology residency at the University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, where he was the recipient of the Head & Neck Resident of the Year award. Serving as a mentor for first-year medical students at the University of Central Florida, Dr. Koochakzadeh provided one-on-one tutoring sessions on topics the students learned in their first year of medical school. A native of Tampa, FL, he is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology. In his free time, he enjoys nature, hiking and cycling.
Kevin Kennedy, DO
Trinity Health is excited to welcome Kevin Kennedy, DO, to our general surgery team. Dr. Kennedy received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Maine at Farmington before receiving an MBA and a master’s in organizational leadership from Southern New Hampshire University, Hooksett. From there, he obtained his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, Biddeford, ME. A dedicated leader, Dr. Kennedy served on the Ethics Committee, Endoscopy Committee, Transfusion Committee and Pharmacy Committee, while completing a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts Berkshire Medical Center Campus, Pittsfield, MA. A native of Portland, ME, Dr. Kennedy enjoys fishing, boating and being outdoors in his free time.
H. Jay Boulas, MD
A member of our surgical team, H. Jay Boulas, MD, is board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgery of the Hand and specializes in the treatment of traumatic injuries and a variety of disorders affecting the hand and upper extremity. A Dallas, TX native, Dr. Boulas earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, and completed a five-year residency program in the Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN. Subsequently, he obtained his fellowship in Hand & Upper Extremity at the Indiana Hand Center and Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis, followed by traveling fellowships in Europe and subspecialty training in shoulder and elbow surgery at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN. A member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, Dr. Boulas enjoys photography, running, performance driving and traveling in his free time.
Remington Farley, DO, MA
A member of our Urology team, Remington Farley, DO, MA, is dedicated to caring for patients with issues related to the urinary tract. Dr. Farley earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Science Studies from Boise State University, ID, and a Master of Arts in Medical Science from Heritage University, Toppenish, WA, before obtaining a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, Yakima, WA. While completing a urological surgery residency at Detroit Medical Center, Dr. Farley helped prepare medical students for their future in healthcare by serving as a clinical assistant professor at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. A member of the American Urological Association, American College of Surgeons, American Medical Association and the American Osteopathic Association, Dr. Farley looks forward to expanding the Urology coverage at Trinity Health with his expertise. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, carpentry, painting and touring motorcycles.
Devin Towson, DPM
A member of our podiatry team, Devin Towson, DPM, provides surgical and nonsurgical treatment for the full range of foot and ankle disorders. A Tampa, FL native, Dr. Towson earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Mississippi before obtaining a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Midwestern University. A member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management, Dr. Towson completed a Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency with a focus on Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery at the Southern Arizona Veterans Affairs Health Care System, Tucson. In his free time, he enjoys lifting weights, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, running and spending time with family.
Isaac Tea, MD, MSc, FACC, FSCAI
Isaac Tea, MD, MSc, FACC, FSCAI, is an experienced interventional cardiologist who is board-certified in both interventional cardiology and cardiovascular medicine. A graduate of the University College Dublin School of Medicine in Ireland, Dr. Tea earned a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Obstetrics with Honors, as well as a Master of Medical Science (under scholarship) before beginning his postgraduate training in the United States. He went on to complete his fellowships in general cardiology and interventional cardiology at the Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center in Houston, Texas. Throughout his training, he was recognized with multiple honors and awards, including the John S. Zachariah, MD, Award (2017), American College of Physicians PA-SE Resident Professionalism Award (2017), Best Teaching Resident Award (2018), Rising Star Award (2019) and Homer Liston Beazley Award (2021).
Dr. Tea’s professional journey and clinical practice are deeply rooted in a commitment to delivering cutting-edge, patient-centered care across the entire spectrum of cardiovascular disease. He specializes in a wide range of advanced interventional procedures, including Complex High-Risk Indicated Percutaneous Coronary Interventions, Chronic Total Occlusion interventions, low contrast percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and peripheral interventions (including carotid stenting). He is a strong advocate for the use of intravascular imaging with intravascular ultrasound to enhance PCI outcomes. Furthermore, Dr. Tea is experienced in the employment of temporary mechanical circulatory support (including Impella) for both protected high-risk PCI and in the setting of cardiogenic shock.
Dr. Tea also has significant experience in structural procedures, including Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) and Patent Foramen Ovale closure. TAVR is a minimally invasive procedure designed to replace a severely narrowed aortic valve, often serving as a life-saving alternative to open-heart surgery for many patients. At his previous institution, he played a pivotal role in streamlining TAVR workflows and ensuring procedural excellence, contributing significantly to the development of a robust, high-quality TAVR program.
In addition to his expertise in interventional cardiology, Dr. Tea is deeply committed to Heart Failure care. He is passionate about expanding access to advanced, state-of-the-art heart failure therapies and management to patients in the community and rural settings. His goal is to ensure high-quality cardiology and heart failure care is available close to home, so patients do not have to face the logistical and financial burdens of extensive travel just to get the care they deserve. Dr. Tea is experienced in the full spectrum of heart failure management, from optimizing guideline-directed medical therapy to cardiogenic shock and evaluating candidates for advanced heart failure therapies. He has previously established and led a successful and comprehensive heart failure program, which included oversight of the CardioMEMS program — a cutting-edge remote hemodynamic monitoring device implanted in the pulmonary artery that allows for continuous monitoring and early intervention to prevent heart failure decompensation and reduce hospitalizations, thus allowing patients to remain at home and live more fulfilling lives. He is also well-versed in cardiogenic shock and the multidisciplinary expertise required to take care of these critically ill patients. Additionally, his clinical experience encompasses the management of patients with LVADs and those requiring post-transplant care, utilizing a shared care model.
Dr. Tea remains committed to training the next generation of cardiologists. He is deeply involved as a national faculty educator in the yearly Houston Methodist Fellow’s Boot Camp, where he plays a crucial role in training newly minted cardiology fellows in the comprehensive management of heart failure and cardiogenic shock.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Tea is an avid cyclist, tech enthusiast, and scale model builder who also enjoys cycling, kayaking, and shooting sports.
Wade Fischer, MD, FACS
Wade Fischer, MD, FACS, is a distinguished board-certified cardiac surgeon who brings over three decades of experience to Trinity Health’s cardiothoracic surgery team. Dr. Fischer earned his bachelor’s degree from Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, before obtaining his Doctor of Medicine from Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA.
Subsequently, he completed a general surgery residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio, followed by cardiothoracic surgery residency at State University of New York Health Sciences Center, Brooklyn. Dr. Fischer further enhanced his expertise through specialized fellowship training in heart and lung transplantation and mechanical circulatory support at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
Throughout his career, Dr. Fischer has held numerous leadership positions, including Co-Director of the Heart Transplant Program, Director of the Ventricular Assistive Device Program, and Chairman of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Via Christi Regional Medical Center, Wichita, KS; President of Medical Staff at Kansas Heart Hospital; Director of Cardiovascular Surgery at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital, Texas; and Medical Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Osceola Regional Medical Center, Kissimmee.
As a member of the American Heart Association, International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, and American College of Surgeons, Dr. Fischer has maintained a dual commitment to exceptional patient care and medical education. His academic contributions include multiple educational administrative appointments, serving as Clinical Educator of Fellows and Residents at Baylor College of Medicine, UCLA, Via Christi Regional Medical Center, and The Methodist Hospital, Houston.
Dr. Fischer is the author of multiple peer-reviewed papers and a lecturer at national and international cardiac surgical meetings. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family and walking with his boxer, Ace.
Katie Minnis, AGACNP-BC
A member of our General Surgery team, Katie Minnis, AGACNP-BC, is a board-certified nurse practitioner trained to provide a wide range of services to patients undergoing surgical procedures. A native of Chico, CA, Katie earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Minot State University before obtaining a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University, Addison, IL. Katie has previously worked as an anesthesia technician/CNA at Trinity Health Hospital and a CNA in the memory care unit at Trinity Homes. She also has nurse practitioner practicum experience at Trinity Health, where she worked in urgent care, the emergency room, inpatient hospital medicine, the intensive care unit and cardiothoracic surgery. In her free time, Katie enjoys spending time with friends and family and doing outdoor activities such as camping and fishing.
Kevin Price, MD
A Trauma/Critical Care specialist who sees hospital-based patients, Kevin Price, MD, brings over a decade of experience to Trinity Health. Dr. Price earned his bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Duke University, Durham, NC, before obtaining a Doctor of Medicine from Oregon Health Science University in Portland. In addition to his provider experience, Dr. Price spent 10 years in the military as a T-38A Instructor Pilot at Williams Air Force Base in Arizona and as an HH-60G Copilot, Aircraft Commander, Instructor Pilot and member of the 304th Rescue Squadron at Portland Air National Guard Base.
Dr. Price has family in the Williston area and looks forward to being closer to them. A native of Kittery, ME, he enjoys spending time with his kids and dog, scuba diving, surfing, and snow skiing in his free time. He is excited to pour his energy and new training into the Trauma/Critical Care teams at Trinity Health.