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Dr. Piya Gandhi has been practicing dentistry since 2009 and completed her pediatric specialty training at the University of Texas in Houston. Her practice is inspired by her role as a mother to her two daughters, Cyrah and Ayana.
Dr. Tiffany Poole is a born and raised Texas native. She’s always had a passion for science and health. Even now, she is constantly learning and soaking up every bit of knowledge to better serve her chiropractic community. Dr. Tiffany’s curiosity about the human body led her to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin. She continued her education at Texas Chiropractic College, where she received a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree.
Jean Hawney is a pediatric bilingual speech language pathologist with over 11 years of experience working with infants, children and adults with swallowing and communication impairments. Jean graduated with her master’s degree from CUNY Queens College in Jamaica, N.Y. and has her advanced degree in Bilingual Speech Language Pathology from
Columbia University. Prior to completing her master’s degree, Jean was a Peace Corps volunteer in Peru and worked with families to promote health and environmental initiatives. She is fluent in Spanish.
Leila Ramirez Salmons is the founder and owner of Therapy Connections. She holds a Master of Science degree in Communication Disorders from the University of Houston, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Texas A&M University at Kingsville. Leila is certified by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Dr. Piya Gandhi has been practicing dentistry since 2009 and completed her pediatric specialty training at the University of Texas in Houston. Her practice is inspired by her role as a mother to her two daughters, Cyrah and Ayana.
Dr. Gandhi emphasizes the critical role of breathing and airway function in oral health. Her practice offers a range of services from routine checkups and dental cleanings to advanced screenings for airway and functional oral disorders.
Beyond her residency, Dr. Gandhi has pursued extensive training in airway development, and the diagnosis and treatment of tethered oral tissues. She routinely screens her patients for airway disorders and oral restrictions that may impact growth, development, and healthy sleep.
Beyond her residency, Dr. Gandhi has pursued extensive training in airway development, and the diagnosis and treatment of tethered oral tissues. She routinely screens her patients for airway disorders and oral restrictions that may impact growth, development, and healthy sleep.
Passionate about education, Dr. Gandhi shares her expertise with fellow practitioners. When not seeing patients, she collaborates with local professionals and lectures nationally to raise awareness and improve training in airway disorders and tongue ties.
Understanding the importance of parental involvement in children’s healthcare decisions, Dr. Gandhi encourages parents to actively participate in their child’s oral healthcare appointments.
In her leisure time, Dr. Gandhi enjoys traveling with her daughters, practicing yoga and pilates, and exploring new culinary delights through cooking.
Professional Affiliations:
Texas Children’s Hospital
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
International Association of Tongue Tie Professionals
Affiliate of the Breathe Institute
TOTS Trained
Faculty of the American Laser Study Club
With her gentle and compassionate manner, Dr. Kate has been practicing pediatric dentistry since 2013. Sensitive to the individual needs of patients, she provides a calm and comforting environment for children and their families to help make their dental experience a positive and enjoyable one.
Following graduation from dental school, Dr. Kate completed the General Practice Residency and Pediatric Dentistry Residency Programs at Staten Island University Hospital. After practicing in Manhattan for several years, she traded the snow for palm trees and made the move to Texas.
Dr. Kate practices an active and healthy lifestyle and enjoys the outdoors, playing tennis, visiting museums, and traveling. Following in her strong belief to help others and volunteer, she has joined healthcare missions in Colombia, Guatemala, Cambodia, and Nepal and is always excited to plan for another.
Dr. Kate is happy to call Houston home and loves being part of its community!
Professional Affiliations:
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Houston Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Tiffany Poole is a born and raised Texas native. She’s always had a passion for science and health. Even now, she is constantly learning and soaking up every bit of knowledge to better serve her chiropractic community. Dr. Tiffany’s curiosity about the human body led her to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin. She continued her education at Texas Chiropractic College, where she received a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree.
Dr. Tiffany went on to complete specialty postgraduate training in pediatrics by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP) by the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association (ICPA). She is Webster Technique Certified and holds additional certificate training in acupuncture.
Dr. Tiffany currently has a pregnancy and pediatric practice in Katy, Tx and resides in Cypress with her incredible husband and 3 goofy kids. In her spare time, she loves to spend time at home with her family, cook up new recipes, travel, and read.
Professional Affiliations:
International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
Jean Hawney is a pediatric bilingual speech language pathologist with over 11 years of experience working with infants, children and adults with swallowing and communication impairments. Jean graduated with her master’s degree from CUNY Queens College in Jamaica, N.Y. and has her advanced degree in Bilingual Speech Language Pathology from Columbia University. Prior to completing her master’s degree, Jean was a Peace Corps volunteer in Peru and worked with families to promote health and environmental initiatives. She is fluent in Spanish.
As a speech language pathologist, Jean has worked in a variety of settings across the lifespan. She primarily focuses on supporting parents of breastfed and bottle fed infants, as well as infants and toddlers who have difficulty transitioning to solids and/or those with dysphagia. Jean also works closely with medically fragile infants and children who have tracheostomy tubes and weaning off feeding tubes.
Jean splits her time between private patients, working at a pediatric hospital in Houston and spending time with her husband and two children.
Jean holds the following certifications:
Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS)
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Level 1
Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)
Jean has completed trainings with a focus on:
Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTS)
Breastfeeding
SOS Approach to feeding
SOFFI Method ™
Passy Muir Valve
Tracheostomy and Ventilator dependent patients
Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies
Leah Whitley is the creator and owner of SOS Lactation, LLC. She is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant who has acted in many capacities including: Writing breastfeeding curriculum, facilitating support groups, supporting a milk bank, private consultations, as well as teaching private and group classes. Leah discovered her passion for breastfeeding after the birth of her eldest daughter.
With nearly a decade of experience, Leah has taught classes and facilitated consultations with thousands of new Houston parents and babies at several hospitals and clinics in Houston. Ultimately, her goal is to facilitate happy, healthy babies while simultaneously providing the tools and support new moms need to be successful and reach their breastfeeding goals.
Leila Ramirez Salmons is the founder and owner of Therapy Connections. She holds a Master of Science degree in Communication Disorders from the University of Houston, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Texas A&M University at Kingsville. Leila is certified by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. She has over six years of experience in the public school system and over twenty -four years in private practice. Along with specializations in treating apraxia, dysarthria, language and articulation disorders, autism, and orofacial myofunctional disorders, Leila also has extensive training and expertise providing pediatric assessments and therapy in both English and Spanish.
In August 2008, Leila received a five year term Gubernatorial Appointment to the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. In which she assisted in developing teletherapy rules and regulations for Texas.
Leila Salmons has a strong belief in the therapeutic benefits of yoga. In 2010 she developed a program called Tiny Pretzels, which she implements as needed in therapy. She has completed the following training: “Yoga for Kids and Families” teacher training by Kids Yoga, “National Teachers Certification” at the Yoga Institute and “Basic Teacher Training” by Yoga 4 Kids.
By continually updating her skills as a speech-language pathologist through educational seminars and professional development, Leila delivers the most innovative approaches available in the therapy rehabilitation industry. She understands the importance of a growth mindset and offers continuing education courses and workshops for therapists and parents in this area. Leila Salmons incorporates mindset techniques and tools when necessary in therapy to improve therapy outcomes.
Leila enjoys being a mom to her three daughters, date nights with her husband, cooking, dancing, paddleboarding, boating, and being out in nature. She spends three days a week treating patients in Bellaire and two days a week treating patients in Webster.
Professional Affiliations:
American Speech-Language- Hearing Association (ASHA)
Houston Association for Communication Disorders
Founding member of Moms Society of Houston
Certifications/ trainings completed:
Yoga for Kids and Families
Master Mind Magic Practitioner