Ryan J. Bannon, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Dr. Bannon was born in El Paso, Texas and attended Eastwood High School where he swam competitively. Prior to attending college, he traveled to Kenya with the Texas Baptist Young Men where he assisted in the construction of four churches. He attended Baylor University and graduated with a BA degree in biology. He then moved fifty minutes southeast to College Station, Texas, where he attended Texas A&M University College of Medicine and obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree. During medical school, he traveled to a remote section of Ghana and worked at Baptist Medical Centre, Nalerigu.

Continuing his desire to remain at a Big XII institution, Dr. Bannon did his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. While at OU, Dr. Bannon met and married Dr. Winfrey. They share a little girl named Bailey, a son named Asher and a terrier named Jackson; he has plenty of pictures, just ask. Other than spending time with his family, Dr. Bannon enjoys reading, swimming, travel and watching his Baylor Bears play.

Flavia Z. Horth, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Dr. Horth's extensive professional background totals 18 years of formal medical training on two continents and includes three medical residencies. As a result, she is fluent in three languages – English, Portuguese and Spanish – in addition to being Board Certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has been married for 28 years, has four daughters and is looking forward to her first grandchild. Dr. Horth says, "I believe it is a privilege to be entrusted with intimate details of my patient's lives. We laugh and cry together. I get great satisfaction from using my training to help women. I love my job."

Sumi L. King, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

As an Air Force dependent, Dr. Sumi King has lived in many diverse locations including Japan, where she was born; Hawaii, Spain, and Texas. She decided to pursue a medical career as a sophomore in high school and choose obstetrics and gynecology because it "felt like a perfect fit." Sumi and her husband of 21 years, David, have two daughters, Ariana and Alessandra; four cats and three horses. Dr. King is a Girl Scout leader, loves English riding with her youngest daughter and loves trying new things.

Mandy L. Winfrey, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Dr. Winfrey is a Wichita Falls native. She received her bachelor's degree with honors from Texas A&M University before graduating with her medical degree from UT Houston Medical School. During medical school, Dr. Winfrey had a wonderful experience with several patients on her OB/Gyn rotation which opened her eyes to this specialty. The central attraction to this field for her is the relationships that develop with the patients. It is a blessing to be able to share in the journey of pregnancy with a woman as she prepares to welcome a new life into the world. It is also rewarding to care for women at different stages of their lives, helping them to transition through each phase. "It is an honor that women will confide in me and allow me to participate in their healthcare." Dr. Winfrey went on to pursue her training in OB/Gyn at OU Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma Coty, OK. where she completed her residency in 2002. While there, she met her husband, Ryan Bannon, M.D also an OB/Gyn, and they were married in 2004. After completing residency, Dr. Winfrey relocated to Wichita Falls, eager to return to her hometown community. She and her husband have a daughter, son and a tan wire haired terrier. They are looking forward to raising their family here. Dr. Winfrey enjoys jogging, reading, spending time with her family and being involved with church and supporting the teen ministry Young Life.

Lawrence Young, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

The "Aloha State" of Hawaii is where Dr. Larry Young was born and raised. After earning his undergraduate degree in biological science, he attended and received his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Young continued with his specialty training in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. His service in the United States Air Force brought him to Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas.

Dr. Young and his family soon found themselves enjoying "Texas Hospitality" and new friends. After leaving the Air Force, Dr. Young and his wife, Patty, decided to raise their children in Texas and he began his practice at The Women's Clinic. He comments, "The success of The Women's Clinic is due to the team approach. This style of practice encourages interaction with my colleagues who represent excellence in OB/GYN and who share the same vision for excellence in patient care." Dr. Young brings his years of experience and commitment of service to The Women's Clinic. He expresses his dedication to his profession by saying, "It is rewarding and gratifying to work in a field that brings the optimum in women's health to each patient."

Dr. Young's leadership roles in the medical community include serving as Chief of Medical Staff and President of the Wichita County Medical Society. Yearly medical missions in Guatemala with Dr. Horth and the Medical Alliance team continue to be a rewarding experience. Although Texas doesn't look anything like Hawaii, he is proud to call Texas home. He and Patty, have raised their three children here and are enjoying their new additions of grandchildren. They continue to uphold their commitment to give back to the community that has blessed their family in so many ways.