Providers

Dr. Hardee has been performing Uterine Fibroid Embolizations in the Houston Metropolitan area for over 18 years. He brings an incredible amount of experience in highly advanced, minimally invasive procedures treating a wide variety of disease processes.

Dr. Eric Hardee is the co-founder of Houston Fibroids and Texas Endovascular Associates and is the medical director of our Katy office. He is board-certified by the American College of Radiology with Added Qualification in Vascular and Interventional Radiology. He is a member of the Society of Interventional Radiology, the American Venous Forum and the Texas Medical Association.

Dr. Hardee graduated with honors from Louisiana State University and Baylor College of Medicine, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He completed his internship and residency in radiology at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, and was elected chief resident. Dr. Hardee proudly served nine years on active duty as an officer in the United States Navy achieving the rank of Lieutenant Commander. After serving his country, Dr. Hardee received fellowship training in Vascular and Interventional Radiology at the Dotter Interventional Institute at Oregon Health Sciences University.

Dr. Hardee was born and raised in South Louisiana, but moved to Texas as quickly as he could. Dr. Hardee has been married for 24 years and is a dedicated father of four boys. In his free time, Dr. Hardee enjoys spending time with his family, watching LSU and Saints football, coaching his son’s baseball and basketball teams, cooking Cajun food and staying physically fit.

Dr. William C. Fox has been performing Uterine Fibroid Embolization for over 14 years. Dr. Fox is the co-founder of Texas Endovascular Associates as well as Houston Fibroids and is the medical director of our central Houston office. He is board certified by the American College of Radiology and a member of the Society of Interventional Radiology, Society of Pediatric Interventional Radiology, the American Venous Forum, the Radiology Society of North America, the Harris County Medical Society, CLI Global Society, and the Texas Medical Association. He is also a charter member of the Outpatient Endovascular and Interventional Society.

A native Houstonian, Dr. Fox graduated with honors from the University of Texas at Austin, where he completed his B.A. in English literature with a minor in business foundations. He earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he met and married his beautiful wife of 11 years, Lindsay. After graduation, the couple relocated to Richmond, Virginia; where Dr. Fox completed his internship, residency, and fellowship in vascular and interventional radiology at the prestigious Medical College of Virginia. Upon completion of his training, Dr. Fox was invited to join the faculty at the Medical College of Virginia as an assistant professor and director of resident and fellow education in the department of vascular and interventional radiology. During his tenure, Dr. Fox completed thousands of endovascular procedures with a concentration on advanced techniques in the treatment of arterial disease, uterine fibroid embolization, and venous insufficiency. He also cared for patients at VCU Vein Care, and served as one of the founding members of the Baird Vascular Institute.

Dr Fox’s passions extend beyond caring for his patients to educating physicians and other health care providers about vascular and venous disease. He has authored numerous publications and has lectured across the country and internationally on advanced endovascular and minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of complex vascular disorders.

In his free time, Dr. Fox enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, fishing, cooking, working on classic cars, and cheering for his favorite sports teams, the UT Longhorns, the Texans, and Astros.

Dr. Ryan Armstrong is a highly experienced interventional radiologist with more than 15 years of practice. He is widely acknowledged for his expertise, holding affiliations with prestigious institutions such as HCA Houston Medical Center, HCA Kingwood, and Oakbend Medical Center. Dr. Armstrong's dedication to his profession and his steadfast commitment to patient care have earned him admiration from both patients and colleagues alike.

With over 15 year’s experience in the medical field, Dr. Armstrong has been affiliated with the Michael E DeBakey Veterans Affairs Hospital, West Houston Radiology Associates, and served as both the Radiology Medical Director and Chief of Staff Elect for Oakbend Medical Center in Richmond Texas.

In his spare time, Dr. Armstrong enjoys the outdoors. His passions include running, cycling, golfing, grilling, and coaching his three sons in various sports.

Dr. AJ Valenson is an Interventional Radiologist and vein specialist who has been practicing in the greater Clear Lake area for over 5 years. He is board certified in diagnostic radiology and completed additional fellowship training in vascular interventional radiology. He is also a member of the Society for Interventional Radiology, American Vein and Lymphatic Society, Harris County Medical Society, and the Texas Medical Association. Dr. Valenson is fluent in Spanish and enjoys working with Spanish-speaking communities in both professional and voluntary settings.

Dr. Valenson graduated with Honors from the University of Houston, before going to Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Here Dr. Valenson proudly did extensive amounts of volunteer work with under-served communities, as well as cancer and orthopedic research. He then completed surgical internship at Cook County Hospital and Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, before returning to Yale to complete residency training in diagnostic radiology. Dr. Valenson then returned to Chicago to receive advanced fellowship training in Interventional Radiology at Rush University Medical Center.

Dr. Valenson was born in New York City and raised in both Houston and Honduras, giving him a diverse and multicultural upbringing. He enjoys spending time with his extended family in Houston and going to his nephew’s baseball and basketball games. In his free time he enjoys traveling, is an enthusiastic fan and practitioner of numerous sports, running and nature, and an avid reader who enjoys interesting conversations and learning from his patients.

Meet Sarah Applegate, a devoted Houston native and seasoned physician assistant with over ten years of expertise in vascular treatment.

Sarah's academic journey is marked by excellence, holding a bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences from Texas A&M University and a master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Baylor College of Medicine.

After completing her studies at Baylor, Sarah spent two years in internal medicine before transitioning her focus to vascular and interventional radiology, demonstrating her commitment to specialized care.

Residing in Katy with her husband, two children, and two golden retrievers, Sarah prioritizes family time. She pursues personal interests such as supporting the Astros and Aggie sports teams, spending time outdoors, and maintaining an active lifestyle through exercise. 

Katie is a Nashville native and moved to Houston after falling in love with the city’s culture and extensive food scene. She received her Bachelor’s of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Tennessee. After completing her undergraduate degree, Katie attended Lincoln Memorial University School of Medical Science where she graduated summa cum laude with a Master’s of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies.

Katie has a background in emergency medicine, but has a special passion for the care and management of vascular diseases. Her areas of expertise include venous disease, peripheral arterial disease, and uterine fibroid embolization. Katie enjoys creating lasting relationships with her patients. You can find her at our Bellaire and Katy Texas Endovascular locations.

Katie lives in central Houston where she enjoys exploring the city, trying new restaurants, and staying active with friends.

Jennifer is a native of Rochester, New York however she followed her heart to the Sunshine State where she attended Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida. While there she conducted research in a neuropharmacology lab and earned a Master’s in Cellular Biology.

Furthering her passion for science and healthcare, Jennifer accomplished a Master’s of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Jennifer has a background in Internal Medicine and Oncology however she is passionate about improving the quality of patient’s lives through the application of innovative science and technology in the management of venous disease, arterial disease, and uterine fibroids.

When Jennifer’s not working, some of her favorite activities include going to outdoor adventure parks, swimming, reading, and spending lots of time with family and friends.

Alyssa was born in Japan and moved around a lot being a child of a military parent. She received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University and then went on to receive her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice from Florida State University.

Alyssa has a background in Geriatrics, primary care, and ENT. She has a passion for working with the geriatric and medically underserved populations. She is excited to help Clear Lake patients with their vascular needs.

Alyssa lives in Pearland with her family and her cat, Dumpling. In her spare time she likes to cook, bake, read, and spend time with friends and family.

Molly DiMola was born and raised amid a rich mosaic of cultural heritage in the foothills of North Carolina. Today she’s proud to call Houston home and share her skills and expertise with her local community.

She graduated from the University of North Carolina in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in Public Health. She completed her BSN (Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing) and FNP (Family Nurse Practitioner) degrees at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where she graduated summa cum laude.

After graduating from George Washington University, Molly worked as an emergency room Registered Nurse and travel nurse for five years. During this time, she traveled to Africa to research HIV/AIDS as part of a public health study and worked in outbreak mitigation for Orange County, CA.

When she’s not working, Molly enjoys exploring Houston, traveling, running, baking, or achieving a new PR at her local CrossFit gym.

Christa Duarte received her Bachelor of Science degree in Allied Health from Texas A&M University and received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing from University of Texas Health Science Center.

She previously worked as a Nurse Practitioner in both Allergy and ENT setting as well as urgent care setting. Prior to that, she worked as a registered nurse at Houston Methodist Hospital in the OB/GYN setting. Christa’s passion lies in patient care, and she is driven by the opportunity to help her patients and enhance their quality of life.

Christa finds joy in spending quality time with her husband and two dogs. She enjoys exploring new restaurants, staying active with her Peloton, and cheering for her favorite teams, the Fightin’ Texas Aggies and the Houston Astros.

Diana Garcia is a Houston native Family Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her Bachelor’s in the Science of Nursing and her Master’s in the Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner from Texas A&M University.

Diana is experienced in primary care, women’s health, and the management of acute and chronic diseases, including vascular disease. Diana is also certified in neonatal intensive care nursing (RNC-NIC). She has 7 years of experience in neonatal nursing and has worked at Houston Methodist and The Woman’s Hospital of Texas.

Diana lives with her husband near the West Bay of Galveston. In her free time, Diana enjoys volunteering for her church and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. She also enjoys reading, practicing yoga, hunting, and fishing with her husband and two dogs.