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Cypress, Texas Pediatrician | Kelsey-Seybold Pediatric Clinic

Kelsey-Seybold Pediatrics
Quality Care for Children in Cypress, Texas

Parents know the convenience neighborhood health care offers, but many worry about giving up quality for that type of convenience. Parents choosing a Kelsey-Seybold pediatrician, however, don’t have to worry about that, because in addition to the convenience and comforts of local, personalized health care, Kelsey-Seybold offers the high quality health care it has for generations in the Houston area.

Localized Care for Generations

Dr. Mavis Kelsey came from the Mayo Clinic with a vision of providing his Houston, TX, clients with the high quality health care he knew made a real difference in overall health and well-being. From the very start, back in 1949, Kelsey-Seybold recognized the importance in ongoing education for its health care providers. Parents can expect that their Cypress pediatrician will be knowledgeable of proven techniques, procedures and treatments, as well as have a firm grasp on concepts of preventive care.

Prevention Specialists

Not only is an individual Kelsey-Seybold Cypress pediatrician skilled and knowledgeable, but that pediatrician is also backed up by numerous Kelsey-Seybold colleagues. There are Kelsey-Seybold locations all over Houston with specialists in Pediatrics, in addition to offering expertise in Allergy, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics and Pulmonary Medicine. Parents don’t sacrifice quality when they choose the convenience of having a local pediatrician that really knows their child and coordinates health care with many different specialists.

Access and Convenience

Kelsey-Seybold makes it easy for busy parents to provide health care to their children. Parents choosing a Kelsey-Seybold Cypress pediatrician will have a wealth of health and parenting knowledge and tips at their fingertips, accessible through the Kelsey-Seybold Web site at www.kelsey-seybold.com. They can also communicate securely with their health care providers online, even scheduling routine appointments and accessing essential records, such as those relating to immunization, when they sign up for MyKelseyOnline.

Dedicated to Quality Health Care

Choosing a pediatrician is an important parenting decision, one in which the pros and cons of a particular choice must be weighed carefully. With a Kelsey-Seybold Cypress pediatrician, parents can have the best of both worlds – a health care team that is familiar and comfortable to your child and, at the same time, skilled in providing high quality, coordinated medical care.

Kara C. Carter, MD

Pediatrics

Certification: American Board of Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Texas SW Medical School,2003
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine, Pediatrics, 2006
Primary Affiliation: Texas Children's Hospital
Other Affiliations: The Woman's Hospital of Texas
Employed by Kelsey-Seybold Since: November 6, 2006

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Physician Biography

I believe that good patient care stems from educating parents and patients. Together, we can take a teamwork approach to treat illnesses and maintain good health for our children.”

Dr. Carter joined Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in 2006. A board-certified pediatrician, she cares for her pediatric patients at Cypress Clinic.

Professional Background
In medical school, Dr. Carter’s focus was General Pediatrics. Before coming to Kelsey-Seybold, she trained at Baylor College of Medicine for her residency. She also trained at Texas Children’s Hospital and Ben Taub General Hospital.

Clinical Interests
As a pediatrician, Dr. Carter is an advocate of breastfeeding and preventative care for her patients.

Professional Associations
In addition to her certification with the organization, Dr. Carter is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is also affiliated with Texas Children’s Hospital and The Woman’s Hospital of Texas.

Hobbies and Special Interests
When Dr. Carter isn’t caring for her patients at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, she enjoys cooking, scrapbooking and being the proud mother of two children.

Sharon K. Pettway, MD

Pediatrics

Certification: American Board of Pediatrics
Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine,1998
Residency: Children's Hospital Of Medicine-Detroit, 2001
Employed by Kelsey-Seybold Since: May 21, 2007

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Physician Biography

I believe in working together with parents as a team. It is important to me to find the treatment approach that is most comfortable to the parents. I find this approach ensures compliance and the patients ultimately benefit.”

Dr. Pettway joined Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in May 2007. She is board-certified in Pediatrics and cares for her patients at our Cypress Clinic.

Professional Background
After graduating from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1998, Dr. Pettway completed a residency and fellowship at Detroit’s Children's Hospital of Medicine in 2001.

Clinical Interests
Dr. Pettway’s clinical interests include asthma, allergies and eczema.

Hobbies and Special Interests
When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Pettway enjoys spending time with her family. She is also a sports enthusiast and enjoys tennis, volleyball and swimming.
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Frances L. Tseng, DO

Pediatrics

Certification: American Board of Pediatrics
Medical School: Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine,1991
Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston,1994
Foreign Language(s): Taiwanese
Primary Affiliation: Texas Children's Hospital
Other Affiliation(s): Woman's Hospital of Texas
Employed by Kelsey-Seybold Since: October 30, 1995

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Directions to the Clinic

Address:
13114 FM 1960 West
Houston, TX 77065
Telephone: 713-442-4000
Fax: 713-442-4044

Shortcut from Highway 6 (to avoid traffic heading towards FM 1960):
Take Highway 6 going North towards FM 1960 past the old Copper Clinic at 8470 Highway 6 North in Easton Commons Place. Turn Left onto the 290 feeder going North. Bear Right and make an immediate Right onto Wortham Center Drive. Turn Right on Wortham Boulevard. Turn Right into the parking lot of the Cypress Clinic, at 13114 FM 1960 West and Wortham Boulevard.

From the North:
Take Jones Road or FM 249, heading south to FM 1960. Exit and turn Right on FM 1960 (West). Travel several miles on FM 1960. The Clinic is on your right, at 13114 FM 1960 West and Wortham Boulevard, just before the intersection of FM 1960 and Hwy. 290.

From the South:
Take Interstate 610 North or Beltway 8 North to US-290 West (Northwest Freeway). Continue on US-290 to Highway 6/FM 1960. Turn Right onto FM 1960. The Clinic is on your left at 13114 FM 1960 West and Wortham Boulevard.