Our Experts
Expert gastroenterology care with a personal touch you can trust
Dr. Amir Ahmed
MD, MRCP, FACG
Dr. Amir Ahmed is a board-certified specialist in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, known for delivering attentive, compassionate care tailored to each patient. He is committed to helping you feel heard, understood, and confident in your care every step of the way.
Whether you’re dealing with chronic digestive issues or new symptoms, Dr. Ahmed provides expert diagnosis and treatment for conditions such as acid reflux, IBS, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, and liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic disorders. He combines advanced, evidence-based medicine with a warm, personalized approach—so you receive care that’s both cutting-edge and genuinely supportive.
What sets Dr. Ahmed apart is his commitment to truly listening. He takes the time to understand your concerns, explain your options clearly, and create a treatment plan that fits your life. His goal is simple: to help you feel better, faster—while giving you the knowledge and confidence to take control of your health.
Dr. Ahmed completed his medical training at some of the world’s most respected institutions, including University of Dundee, Johns Hopkins Medicine, and MD Anderson Cancer Center. He brings this high level of expertise to every patient he treats.
He is highly skilled in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including endoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound, and more—allowing him to offer comprehensive care in one place.
In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family including his wife and four kids . Three of his older daughters have decided to follow in his footsteps and are pursuing medical degrees across various different institutions in the United States including University of Maryland, Tufts college of Dentistry and Florida Medicine.
Alyssa Canales
MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC
Alyssa Canales is a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP), certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She earned her master’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and has spent the past three years practicing in the Crossroads region, specializing in nephrology. Her experience includes conducting routine evaluations and managing chronic conditions to support long-term patient health.
Before earning her master’s degree, Alyssa attended Victoria College, where she graduated in 2013 and became a Registered Nurse (RN). She worked locally as an RN for eight years in both intensive care and hospice settings. Her diverse experience allowed her to provide care for critically ill and medically complex patients in the ICU while also supporting patients and families through end-of-life care in hospice.
Alyssa is deeply passionate about patient care. Her strengths are her attentive listening, compassion, and strong attention to detail. She values collaboration and works closely with multidisciplinary teams to help improve patient outcomes. She believes in treating each patient as an individual by building meaningful relationships, providing education, and delivering personalised care that promotes patient satisfaction and overall well-being.
Outside of caring for her patients, Alyssa enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, especially through art and music. Creating and experiencing music together as a family has become one of the most meaningful ways they build lasting memories. She loves traveling to concerts and is passionate in supporting her children in their school bands.
