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
Accepting New Patients
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.
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.
Dr. Pranav Bhatt was born and raised in India and was inspired by the philosophy of Vivekananda, who emphasized that “Service to mankind is worship to God.” This inspiration led him to pursue a career in medicine with a strong focus on Primary Care. He is dedicated to providing exceptional and compassionate care to the […]
Dr. Hammet will be moving to our new 740 Hospital Drive location
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.
NURSE PRACTITIONERS
Christie was born and raised in Beaumont, Texas. As a Registered Nurse, she has over 10 years of experience at Baptist Hospital and Texas Oncology. She began her career as a Nurse Practitioner in 2020 and has worked with Dr. Bhatt for the past three years at CHRISTUS Health. Her patient care philosophy is centered […]
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Registered Nurse, Certified. Lauren graduated from the University of Texas at Tyler.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Courtney is a lifelong resident of Southeast Texas. She earned her B.S. in Biology from Centenary College of Louisiana.
STAFF
Richelle Blackburn, Administrator
Richelle Blackburn is the dedicated Administrator at BIMGA, bringing over 25 years of healthcare experience and 10+ years in healthcare management. With a background in practice management, medical coding, and operational leadership, she plays a key role in enhancing patient care, optimizing workflows, and supporting her team.Richelle is passionate about connecting teams, improving efficiency, and ensuring the highest quality of patient care—BIMGA’s top priority. She actively engages in community awareness initiatives and healthcare education while fostering a collaborative and compassionate work environment.
Her leadership strengthens BIMGA’s commitment to exceptional care, making a lasting impact on both patients and staff.
Memorial
George E. Thomas, MD Memorial Endowed Scholarship In loving memory of Dr. George E. Thomas May 21, 1945 – December 12, 2020 Dr. George E. Thomas was more than an exceptional physician — he was a trusted leader, mentor, and advocate for the health and well-being of Southeast Texas. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Thomas […]
