Care Symposium Speakers
B. Judson Colley III, MD, MPH
Dr. Byron Colley is a board-certified Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist. He graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in 2000. He then completed training in internal medicine, cardiovascular medicine, and cardiac electrophysiology in Alabama and South Carolina.
Dr. Colley practices as a Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist in Alabama and Mississippi. He has participated in many research and publications related to arrythmia therapy over the years. He served as the director of research, started the complex arrhythmias lab, and performed some of the first institutional ablations for atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia. He recently started procedures here at the Gulfport campus. We are excited to have him and these capabilities available to our community.
Kendrick Johnson, MD
Dr. Kendrick Johnson is a board-certified Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgeon and Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery. He graduated from Louisiana State University Health Science Center in 2013 and went on to complete his Endovascular Surgical, Neuroradiology, and Neurosurgery training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He was a clinical instructor and maintained his role as staff neurosurgeon in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
Dr. Johnson assisted with maintaining coverage for neurosurgery and neurointerventional procedures as Memorial Health System started back the neurointerventional program. He recently joined the Memorial team as a staff neurosurgeon and Neurointerventionalist. Dr. Johnson lives locally with his wife and daughter. He provides a wide range of skills and leadership qualities that help make our Stroke Program successful and impact patient care in our community.
Lee Voulters, MD
Dr. Lee Voulters is a board-certified Vascular Neurologist and the Medical Director of the Memorial Health System’s Stroke Program. He graduated from the University of London School of Pharmacy in 1973 and School of Medicine in 1978. He additionally received his MBA from George Mason University in 1996.
Dr. Voulters was a vital asset in establishing community based inpatient rehabilitation facilities in Mississippi with special interest in stroke and Parkinson’s disease. He was an Assistant Professor of Neurology for the University of Mississippi and Medical Director for Acute Rehab. He started Memorial’s Stroke Program in 2007, making it the first Primary Stroke Center in Mississippi. He has helped direct and chair multiple stroke organizations over the years. Dr. Voulters has been instrumental in the success of Memorial Health System’s Stroke Program and the care of stroke patients in our community.
Joseph Bosarge, MD
Dr. Joseph Bosarge is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, and Critical Care Medicine. He also recently became board-certified in Neurocritical Care. He graduated from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 2004. He then completed specialty training in pulmonology, critical care intensivist medicine, and pleural disease.
Dr. Bosarge was vital in developing our Critical Care Intensivist program for Memorial Gulfport. He was a huge part of bringing the Society of Critical Care Medicine’s Fundamental of Critical Care Support to our staff and the initiation of ICU Liberation for our patients. He continues to shape this program today with the integration of GME medical student training. He also serves overseas in medical assistance programs. He lives with his beautiful family here on the Gulf Coast.
Antoine Rizk, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Dr. Antoine Rizk is board-certified in cardiovascular disease and Interventional Cardiology. He graduated from Saint Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon in 1990. He then completed internal medicine, cardiology, and interventional cardiology training at the Yale School of Medicine.
Dr. Rizk practices for Coast Cardiovascular Associates and performs interventional cardiovascular treatment for Memorial Health System. He has participated in multiple research trials and publications over the years. He has been instrumental in developing and maintaining our Cardiovascular program. He continues to be a vital part of heart health and cardiovascular care in our community.
Gregory Patino, MD
Dr. Gregory Patino is a board-certified Emergency Physician and the Medical Director for Memorial Health System’s Biloxi campus Emergency Department. He graduated from the University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2001. He began his career as an independent contractor for multiple emergency departments in the state and assisted with management of one of the oldest independent Emergency Medicine groups.
Dr. Patino holds interest in Emergency Medicine management and Emergency Department flow for our community. He is married to an amazing wife with four wonderful children. He continues to seek evidence-based processes and improvement of patient flow while maintaining a good relationship with Emergency Department staff. We are happy to have him as part of our Memorial family!
Manoj Kumar, MD
Internal Medicine Resident Manoj Kumar is a board eligible Internal Medicine physician with diverse clinical experience across the United States and Pakistan. He graduated from Jinnah Sindh Medical University in 2017. He is currently a GME Internal Medicine Program PGY-2 resident at Memorial Health System.
After growing up in Jacobabad, Pakistan, he was inspired to become a healer. He aims to grow into a compassionate, skilled physician and contribute meaningfully to the community. He has found cooking to be a joyful hobby along the way. We wish you the best of luck in your continued residency.
Isabel Kessler, PA
Isabel Kessler is a Physician Assistant for Neurology at Memorial Health System and Select Specialty Hospital. She is also a small business owner for Peace by Piece Quilt Shop. She graduated from the University of South Alabama in 2015 and MGH Institute of Health Professions in 2018.
Isabel has a variety of past experience including paramedic care, adjunct instructor, and physician assistant work in both outpatient and inpatient neurology. She assists in our stroke program by her commitment to successful patient outcomes and bringing evidence-based care to the bedside.
Umair Malik, MD, FACC
Dr. Umair Malik is a board-certified Interventional Cardiologist. He graduated from Aga Khan University Medical School, Karachi, Pakistan in 2012. He went on to complete training in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and interventional cardiology. He is currently an Interventional Cardiologist at Memorial Health System.
Dr. Malik has helped produce multiple journal articles and manuscripts for publication. He has also presented multiple posters and oral presentations throughout the nation. He holds special interest in structural heart and invasive cardiology. Dr. Malik’s work in these areas has brought innovative procedures to our community, such as TAVR and Watchman.