Over 75 years ago, Beaumont Internal Medicine & Geriatric Associates was founded as one of the first internal medicine practices in Beaumont. In 1983, Dr. George Thomas joined the practice with the mission to provide compassionate, personalized medical care, while enhancing the overall quality and effectiveness of healthcare. Since our founding, we have always strived to foster excellence and professionalism in the practice of medicine. Read a little about our board-certified physicians below.
MEET THE DOCTORS
Welcoming Dr. Waqar Ahmad! Now accepting new patients.
Dr. Waqar Ahmad is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Beaumont, Texas. He graduated with honors in 1998, and has more than 22 years of diverse experiences, especially in internal medicine.
Welcoming Dr. Musa! Accepting patients as of January 14th.
Rawan is a lifelong resident of southeast texas. She earned her B.A. in Biology with Magna Cum Laude from University of Texas at Austin College of Natural Science.
Dr. Hammet will be moving to our new 740 Hospital Drive location as of July 20th!
Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Hammett graduated with honors from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 2004. Having more than 12 years of diverse experiences.
Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Huff received his Bachelor Degree from Lamar University as Summa Cum Laude. He attended medical school at University of North Texas Health Science Center – Fort Worth, where he graduated 7th out of 150 graduates.
Assistant Clinical Professor – UTMB Galveston. Alumni Board of Trustees – UTMB Galveston. UTMB Diversity In Education – Committee Member. Regional Medical Director – Gentiva Hospice. Dr. Fowler received his Bachelor Degree from Rice University. While at Rice he was a member of the Cross Country and Track teams and received eight varsity letters.
American Board of Family Medicine. American Board of Hospice and Palliative Care. College of Family Physicians, Canada. Dr. Blahey has been with BIMGA since 2006. She attended medical school at McMaster University Medical Center Hamilton in Ontario, Canada and earned a Doctorate of Medicine.
Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care. Board Certified in Sleep Medicine. Dr. Musa joined BIMGA in 2000. He attended medical school at the University of Craiova in Romania.
Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine. Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care. Dr. Soberon joined the practice in 1993. He attended medical school at the National University of Mexico.
Dr. Chad W. Hammett
Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Hammett graduated with honors from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 2004. Having more than 12 years of diverse experiences.
Dr. Jeremy Huff
Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Huff received his Bachelor Degree from Lamar University as Summa Cum Laude. He attended medical school at University of North Texas Health Science Center – Fort Worth, where he graduated 7th out of 150 graduates.
Dr. John Fowler
Assistant Clinical Professor – UTMB Galveston. Alumni Board of Trustees – UTMB Galveston. UTMB Diversity In Education – Committee Member. Regional Medical Director – Gentiva Hospice. Dr. Fowler received his Bachelor Degree from Rice University. While at Rice he was a member of the Cross Country and Track teams and received eight varsity letters.
Dr. Maria S. Blahey, MD
American Board of Family Medicine. American Board of Hospice and Palliative Care. College of Family Physicians, Canada. Dr. Blahey has been with BIMGA since 2006.
Dr. Mustafa Musa
Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care. Board Certified in Sleep Medicine. Dr. Musa joined BIMGA in 2000. He attended medical school at the University of Craiova in Romania.
Dr. Santos Soberon
Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine. Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care. Dr. Soberon joined the practice in 1993. He attended medical school at the National University of Mexico.
Dr. Rawan Musa, MD
Rawan is a lifelong resident of southeast texas. She earned her B.A. in Biology with Magna Cum Laude from University of Texas at Austin College of Natural Science.
Dr. Waqar Ahmad
Dr. Lavalais is board certified in Internal Medicine and has over 21 yrs of experience. She is a graduate of The University of Texas Medical branch at Galveston Medical School in 1999. Dr. Lavalais brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience as well as love of medicine to all her patients.
NURSE PRACTITIONERS
Alicia Horn is a Nurse Practitioner and is a new addition to the practice. Alicia Horn is a resident in Beaumont, Texas. She graduated with honors from University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 2001. She has more than 19 years of diverse experiences, specializing as a nurse practitioner.
Courtney is a lifelong resident of Southeast Texas. She earned her B.S. in Biology from Centenary College of Louisiana.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Registered Nurse, Certified. Lauren graduated from the University of Texas at Tyler.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Emergency Nurse Practitioner. Family Nurse Practitioner. Tara graduated from the University of Texas at Houston Health Science Center.
Tara Holder
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Emergency Nurse Practitioner. Family Nurse Practitioner. Tara graduated from the University of Texas at Houston Health Science Center.
Lauren Barrera
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Registered Nurse, Certified. Lauren graduated from the University of Texas at Tyler.
Courtney Guidry, PA-C
Courtney is a lifelong resident of Southeast Texas. She earned her B.S. in Biology from Centenary College of Louisiana. She received her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Medical Branch. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family.
Alicia Horn
Courtney is a lifelong resident of Southeast Texas. She earned her B.S. in Biology from Centenary College of Louisiana. She received her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Medical Branch. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family.
Kristen Blackwell
Kristen earned her Masters of Science in Nursing at the University of Texas at Tyler in 2014. She has been a nurse for over 16 years as a practitioner in the settings of preventative health, chronic disease management, and infectious diseases.