NightLight Atención Pediátrica Urgente
Our Team
Get to know our team!
Our team consists of experienced administrative and medical professionals who are committed to bringing comfort to families all over Houston. We are NightLight and together we bring forth a covenant of care.
Felicidades
NightLight Employee of the Month
Zawadi Bryant
Chief Executive Officer
Zawadi Bryant
Chief Executive Officer
Zawadi Bryant as Chief Executive Officer for NightLight brings a wealth of business marketing and quality improvement experience. She is a graduate of Cornell University with a master’s degree in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering and an MBA in Operations Management. Ms. Bryant has been recognized by Black Engineer Magazine as one of the Top 30 Black Engineers under 30, and a recognized leader in business and process improvement.
Anastasia Gentles, M.D.
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Anastasia Gentles received her medical degree from the University of California, San Diego and completed her pediatric training at UCSF Banioff Children’s Hospital in Oakland, CA. Prior to forming NightLight, Dr. Gentles was an Assistant Professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, Physician at Texas Children’s Pediatric Associates in Houston, Staff Physician at Austin Diagnostic Clinic, and Ambulatory Department Attending Physician at Children’s Hospital Oakland. She advocates for children through the Lakewood Church, Kids' Meals, and The Landing.
Christine Scafuri
Operations Director
Christine Scafuri has worked in the healthcare field for 11 years, 9 years in Operations Management and 2 years as a Consultant for clients across multiple states. After receiving her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University in New Jersey, Christine spent the next 12 years in the Retail Management field before making the switch over to HealthCare. When away from work Christine enjoys walking and spending time with her family.
Connie Cazares
Clinical Operations Director
Connie Cazares is a clinical specialist and certified medical assistant with more than 13 years of experience. She graduated from the Texas School of Business and is currently enrolled in Houston Community College to become a physician assistant.
Bill Chu, M.D.
Medical Director
Dr. Bill Chu is a graduate of Houston Baptist University and the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, and received his board certification in 2004. He completed his residency training in the pediatrics at the UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles. He has work experience in a neonatal ICU as well as a private practice. Dr. Chu has been working at NightLight Pediatric Urgent Care since 2009.
Christopher Braggs
Operations Manager
- Garden Oaks and Tanglewood
Jayme Channell
Operations Manager
- Webster and Pearland
Jayme Channell, has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She brings a thorough knowledge of occupational health, urgent care, and radiology. She loves to read, explore and spend time with her kids in her spare time.
Norma Molina
Operations Manager
- Cyfair and Humble
Norma Molina is a Certified Medical Assistant with over 15 years of pediatric experience and seven years of leadership experience. When Norma is not in an exam room connecting with patients through their mutual love of Disney, she is at home with her daughters watching Disney movies and spending time with her family. Norma ’s future shines bright as she plans to continue her passion to help patients and their families by completing her nursing degree.
Adrianna Guerrero, APRN, FNP
Nurse Practitioner
- Pearland and Sugarland
Adriana Guerrero is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Adriana received her Bachelor’s of Science from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Science degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. When away from work, Adriana enjoys drawing, photography and taking her pug Ringo on long walks.
Avian Tisdale, M.D.
Pediatrician
- Sugarland
Dr. Tisdale completed her residency in general pediatrics at the University of Rochester Golisano Children's Hospital. She worked for 8 years as a hospital pediatrician, caring for children in the emergency room and inpatient pediatric unit. She spent years as Division Director and Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in New Jersey. She has a passion for teaching and is a contributing author of internationally published medical texts. She also holds an MBA in Finance from Drexel University. She loves to travel the world and garden with her family.
Edith Ugboaja, APRN, FNP
Nurse Practitioner
- Cyfair and Humble
Edith Ugboaja is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She began her nursing journey in Nigeria where she received her certification as a Registered Nurse in 1986 and as a Registered Midwife in 1988. Edith obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas (UTMB) at Galveston in 2006 and her Master of Science degree in 2014 also from UTMB at Galveston. During her spare time, Edith enjoys cooking, spending time with her family, singing in the choir and participating in women’s refugee and homeless ministries.
Gloria Nwuga, APRN, FNP
Nurse Practitioner
- Humble and Webster
Jeannie Huynh, M.D.
Pediatrician
- Pearland and Webster
Dr. Huynh is a graduate of Houston Baptist University and Baylor College of Medicine. She completed her residency training in pediatrics at Baylor Scott and White in Temple, TX. She believes all children deserve the best medical care available and that doctor visits can be fun too! She enjoys a good cup of coffee, bullet journaling, calligraphy, cycling, and serving in the youth ministry at her home church.
Rajitha Julapalli, M.D.
Pediatrician
- Cyfair and Humble
Dr. Rajitha Julapalli attended Baylor College of Medicine. She has worked in a variety of settings including community clinics, Texas Children’s Hospital and Ben Taub General Hospital. She particularly enjoys emergency and acute care medicine and helping families sleep better at night. Dr. Julapalli has been with NightLight since 2009. Away from work, she enjoys spending time with her family, cake decorating, scrapbooking and reading.
Tabish Dhukka, APRN, FNP
Nurse Practitioner
- Sugarland and Tanglewood
Tabish Dhukka is a Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with honors from Texas Woman’s University with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She completed her Master’s degree in Family Nurse Practitioner with an Emergency and Trauma Certification from The University of Texas Health Science Center. She enjoys watching documentaries, trying new restaurants, and spending time outdoors.