Jeena Abraham is a dedicated and board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family Practice and Urgent Care across various Primary Care and Urgent Care settings. Her extensive nursing background, coupled with her commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-based practice, underscores her dedication to providing high-quality, holistic care to her patients.

Her educational journey began with a Diploma in Nursing from Caritas School of Nursing in Kerala, India, in December 2001. She furthered her education by obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas, Arlington, in December 2011, and her Master of Science degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, in December 2015. This comprehensive educational foundation has equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her role as a Nurse Practitioner.

With over 16 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, primarily in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Ms. Abraham has developed a deep understanding of complex medical conditions and critical care management. This extensive background has prepared her to deliver comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals and families across the lifespan.

Outside of her clinical responsibilities, she engages in various scholarly pursuits and maintains a keen interest in cooking, gardening, traveling, and spending quality time with her family. These personal interests not only contribute to her overall well-being but also reflect her holistic approach to life and healthcare.

Maria Escamilla is a certified nurse practitioner. She graduated with her Masters of Science in Nursing from UTMB and her clinical interests include occupational medicine and family practice medicine.

Dr. Bradley Henrie joined UTMB Health's Department of Family Medicine in 2020. He currently serves as Clinical Assistant Professor.

Dr. Henrie earned a Bachelors of Science in Biological Engineering from Utah State University in Logan, Utah, and a Doctorate of Medicine from the Ross University School of Medicine in Portsmouth, Dominca and completed his family medicine residency training at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.

Dr. Henrie is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

One of the most enjoyable aspects of Family Medicine for Dr. Banga are the bonds that she builds with her patients over the course of their lives and the enjoyment in keeping them healthy and well.

Her clinical areas of special interest are Lifestyle and Preventive Medicine as well as Nutrition.

In her free time, she enjoy music, traveling and gardening.

 Provider is LGBTQIA+ Responsive

Dr. Corzo was born and raised in Barquisimeto- Venezuela. She received her Doctorate of Medicine from University Centro-occidental Lisandro Alvarado (UCLA) in Venezuela and completed a residency with the UTMB Health Family Medicine Residency in September 2017. During her training, she was exposed to broad clinical pathologies with the opportunity to learn and to have "full hands-on" training. Dr. Corzo found that her best teachers were and still are her patients from whom she learns from every single day. During her free time she enjoys going out and spending time with her family. Dr. Corzo is certified by The American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Dr. Pilgrim joined UTMB Health’s Department of Family Medicine in 2021 as a Resident in training. He currently holds the position of Clinical Assistant Professor as a board certified Family Medicine Physician. Dr. Pilgrim received a Bachelor of Science and graduated from The University of Houston Downtown in Houston, Texas. He then earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch. His areas of special clinical interest include Lifestyle Medicine, Weight Loss, Diabetes, Smoking Cessation, and Mental Health. Dr. Pilgrim chose family medicine because he enjoys the challenge of caring for people across the full spectrum of life-stages and because he believes in the importance of caring for not just individuals, but for families as a whole.

In his free time he enjoys spending quality time with family, getting outdoors, listening to audiobooks, and a variety of activities centered around physical fitness.

Erika Schulze was born and raised in the Midwest in Illinois 30 minutes outside of St. Louis, MO. She completed her academic training at Goldfarb School of Nursing in St. Louis, MO. Her experience spans 16 years, which included working at Barnes Hospital as staff nurse on general medicine floor for 8 years; Pulmonary and Critical Care research at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. In 2003, Erika was accepted into graduate school at Goldfarb School of Nursing and completed Master of Science degree in Nursing with focus as an Adult Nurse Practitioner. This program was two and half years of additional medical assessment and decision training including diagnostic testing. Since completing Graduate School, she has worked in the primary care setting. She moved to Texas and started working at UTMB in January 2013.

During her time off, she enjoys her home, gardening, and time with her family and friends. She is passionate about animal welfare charities and animal fostering programs. Erika is also very passionate about the mental health of the community. She chairs a weekly support group, Nar Anon, for family and friends of those suffering from addiction.

Dr. Isaac J. Koh, MD, MPH, FAAFP is a board certified family medicine physician. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in California in 2017 and completed his family medicine residency at Soin Medical Center in Beavercreek, Ohio in 2020 during which he received the Society of Teachers in Family Medicine Resident Teaching Award. He started his career as core faculty for Kettering Health’s family medicine and transitional year residency. Since then, he received the Degree of Fellow from the American Academy of Family Medicine, coauthored a $1.9M US FDA HRSA Grant dedicated to rural healthcare, was promoted to Program Director to train transitional resident physicians at Soin Medical Center, and appointed Assistant Dean for Loma Linda University medical students at the Ohio-based regional campus. In 2022, he and his wife welcomed their first child and priorities in life changed. In 2023, he and his wife decided to move closer to a large, extended family in the Houston and Galveston area.

As a family physician, I strive to deliver timely, dynamic, compassionate, and evidence-based care to all patients from all walks of life. And I look forward to serving the Friendswood and surrounding area with the experience and capabilities I have gleaned thus far.

The two things that have driven me the most in my career have been problem solving patient’s needs, and teaching - whether it be patients, medical students, resident physicians, peers, or kids on the soccer pitch. When I am not at work, I enjoy watching all sports, digital and analog photography, and exploring and traveling with my wife and son.

Ms. Guzman joined the Department of Family Medicine in 2020.

Ms. Guzman earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Education and Community Health from the Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas and a Master in Physician Assistant Studies from UTMB Health in Galveston.

She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and is licensed by the Texas Medical Board.

Dr. Shaghaghi is a dedicated family medicine physician committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to all patients. She pursued a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Business Foundations at the University of Texas at Austin, a Masters of Science in Biomedical Science at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, and a Doctorate at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her family medicine residency at UTMB and has been dedicated to serving the surrounding community.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and staying active. With a warm bedside manner and a commitment to excellence, Dr. Shaghaghi is a trusted partner in the health and wellness journey of our patients.