--- title: Expert Pathologists Specializing in Cancer Diagnosis | Brown & Associates description: Meet our dedicated team of board-certified pathologists, specializing in anatomic and clinical pathology, committed to precision and patient care across various medical fields. image: https://www.brownpathology.com/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20(2).jpg --- [Skip to content](https://www.brownpathology.com/providers#main-content) - [  Call (713) 741-6677](tel:7137416677) - [|     Billing](https://www.brownpathology.com/faq) - [|     Online Reports](https://reports.brownpathology.com/csp/wins1/brologin.csp/) - [|     Contact Us](https://www.brownpathology.com/contact) [![Brown Pathology Primary Logo White](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology.png?width=1501&height=451&name=Brown%20Pathology.png) ![Brown-Pathology-Primary-Logo](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown-Pathology-Primary-Logo.png?width=1000&height=300&name=Brown-Pathology-Primary-Logo.png)](https://www.brownpathology.com?hsLang=en) [Pay Bill Online](https://pay.instamed.com/Form/PaymentPortal/Default?id=baml) - [About](https://www.brownpathology.com/about) - [About](https://www.brownpathology.com/about) - [Meet Our Providers](https://www.brownpathology.com/providers) - [Services](https://www.brownpathology.com/services) - Resources - [Supplies Request](https://www.brownpathology.com/supples-request) - [Supply Order Form](https://www.brownpathology.com/hubfs/Supply%20Form%20Brown%20Pathology.pdf) - [Pathology Request Form](https://www.brownpathology.com/hubfs/Pathology%20Request%20Form%20Brown%20Pathology.pdf) - [Report Sample: Surgical](https://www.brownpathology.com/hubfs/Pathology-Report-Surgical-2020.pdf) - [Report Sample: Prostate](https://www.brownpathology.com/hubfs/Pathology-Report-Prostate-2020.pdf) - Patients - [FAQ](https://www.brownpathology.com/faq) - [Pay My Bill](https://pay.instamed.com/Form/PaymentPortal/Default?id=baml) - [Notice of Privacy](https://www.brownpathology.com/hubfs/2013-BAML-HIPAA-Notice-of-Privacy-Practices(1).pdf) - [Contact](https://www.brownpathology.com/contact) # Our Medical Professionals   ## **An Experienced Team United by Purpose** Our team of 20+ board-certified pathologists combines decades of diagnostic experience with a shared focus on precision, collaboration, and patient care. Many hold dual certifications and subspecialties in dermatopathology, cytopathology, and hematopathology.   ## Pathologists [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Maria C. Bernier](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(2).jpg?width=1125&height=1125&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(2).jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/maria-c.-bernier?hsLang=en) #### [Maria C. Bernier, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/maria-c.-bernier?hsLang=en) Dr. Maria Bernier joined Brown Pathology in 2018 with extensive experience in both hospital and physician practice pathology. She completed her medical training and residency at UT-Houston, followed by a surgical pathology fellowship at MD Anderson, and has a special interest in gastrointestinal pathology. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/maria-c.-bernier?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Robin Brunnemann](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Robin%20Brunnemann.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Robin%20Brunnemann.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/robin-brunnemann?hsLang=en) #### [Robin Brunnemann, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/robin-brunnemann?hsLang=en) Dr. Brunnemann, a board-certified pathologist, brings over two decades of experience in anatomic and clinical pathology. She joined Brown Pathology in 2022 following a long tenure at Alliance Pathology Consultants. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/robin-brunnemann?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Vicki Chu](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Vicki%20Chu.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Vicki%20Chu.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/vicki-chu?hsLang=en) #### [Vicki Chu, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/vicki-chu?hsLang=en) Dr. Vicki Chu joined Brown Pathology in 2023, bringing strong academic and clinical credentials to the team. A board-certified pathologist in anatomic, clinical, and cytopathology, she trained at Baylor College of Medicine and MD Anderson and has practiced at several Houston-area hospitals. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/vicki-chu?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Amber Cockburn](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Amber%20Cockburn.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Amber%20Cockburn.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/amber-cockburn?hsLang=en) #### [Amber Cockburn, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/amber-cockburn?hsLang=en) Dr. Amber Cockburn joined Brown Pathology in 2023 as a part-time pathologist, bringing specialized expertise in gastrointestinal pathology. She is board-certified in anatomic and clinical pathology and previously served in both national and regional pathology roles after completing her fellowship at Miraca Life Sciences. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/amber-cockburn?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Pamela Anne Coleman](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Pamela%20Anne%20Coleman.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Pamela%20Anne%20Coleman.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/pamela-anne-coleman?hsLang=en) #### [Pamela Anne Coleman, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/pamela-anne-coleman?hsLang=en) Dr. Coleman is a board-certified pathologist with subspecialty training in surgical and cytopathology. She joined Brown Pathology in 2022 and has particular interests in breast and genitourinary pathology. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/pamela-anne-coleman?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Kyle L. Eskue](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Kyle%20L.%20Eskue.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Kyle%20L.%20Eskue.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/kyle-l-eskue?hsLang=en) #### [Kyle L. Eskue, MD, FCAP](https://www.brownpathology.com/kyle-l-eskue?hsLang=en) Dr. Eskue currently serves as the Medical Director of LabCorp's Houson Regional Laboratory. He is a board-certified pathologist with subspecialty certification in cytopathology. He joined Brown & Associates in 2012 and became a Partner in 2016. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/kyle-l-eskue?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Heidi L. Evans](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Heidi%20L.%20Evans.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Heidi%20L.%20Evans.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/heidi-l.-evans?hsLang=en) #### [Heidi L. Evans, PhD, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/heidi-l.-evans?hsLang=en) Dr. Evans is a board-certified pathologist with a Ph.D. in Bioengineering and subspecialty certification in cytopathology. Dr. Evans joined Brown Pathology in 2019 after a dynamic career spanning biomedical research, teaching, and clinical pathology. She became a partner in 2026. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/heidi-l.-evans?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Sarah K. Galfione](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(3).jpg?width=1125&height=1125&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(3).jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/sarah-k.-galfione?hsLang=en) #### [Sarah K. Galfione, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/sarah-k.-galfione?hsLang=en) Dr. Galfione is a board-certified pathologist with subspecialty certifications in dermatopathology and cytopathology. She joined Brown Pathology in 2012 and became a partner in 2018. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/sarah-k.-galfione?hsLang=en) [![Lianna Heidi Goetz MD headshot](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lianna%20Goetz-1.jpeg?width=800&height=800&name=Lianna%20Goetz-1.jpeg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/lianna-heidi-goetz?hsLang=en) #### [Lianna Heidi Goetz, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/lianna-heidi-goetz?hsLang=en) Dr. Goetz joined Brown Pathology in 2024 after completing advanced training at Houston Methodist Hospital and MD Anderson Cancer Center. She is a board-certified pathologist with specialized fellowship training in surgical and breast pathology. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/lianna-heidi-goetz?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Monica Griffin](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Monica%20Griffin.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Monica%20Griffin.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/monica-griffin?hsLang=en) #### [Monica Griffin, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/monica-griffin?hsLang=en) Dr. Griffin has over 25 years of experience in both military and civilian medical settings. She is a board-certified pathologist and joined Brown Pathology in 2024 as a part-time pathologist. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/monica-griffin?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Yan Gu](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Yan%20Gu.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Yan%20Gu.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/yan-gu?hsLang=en) #### [Yan Gu, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/yan-gu?hsLang=en) Dr. Gu joined Brown Pathology in 2005 and has over two decades of experience in the field. She is a board-certified pathologist with extensive international and U.S.-based training in surgical pathology. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/yan-gu?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - (1)](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(1).jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(1).jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/edward-t-kott?hsLang=en) #### [Edward T. Kott, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/edward-t-kott?hsLang=en) Dr. Kott is a board-certified pathologist with over four decades of experience in anatomic, clinical, and cytopathology. He began working with Brown Pathology in 1980 and became a partner in 1983. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/edward-t-kott?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Nisrin H. Motiwala](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Nisrin%20H.%20Motiwala.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Nisrin%20H.%20Motiwala.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/nisrin-h-motiwala?hsLang=en) #### [Nisrin H. Motiwala, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/nisrin-h-motiwala?hsLang=en) Dr. Motiwala has a background in academic medicine and public health. She is a board-certified pathologist and joined Brown Pathology in 2021 and brings experience from both clinical practice and teaching roles. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/nisrin-h-motiwala?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Huy Quang Nguyen](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Huy%20Quang%20Nguyen.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Huy%20Quang%20Nguyen.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/huy-quang-nguyen?hsLang=en) #### [Huy Quang Nguyen, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/huy-quang-nguyen?hsLang=en) Dr. Nguyen is a board-certified pathologist with fellowship training in surgical pathology. He joined Brown Pathology in 2022, bringing experience in both academic instruction and high-volume clinical practice. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/huy-quang-nguyen?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Steven J. OConnor](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Steven%20J.%20OConnor.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Steven%20J.%20OConnor.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/steven-j-oconnor?hsLang=en) #### [Steven J. O'Connor, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/steven-j-oconnor?hsLang=en) Dr. O’Connor, a board-certified pathologist, has extensive leadership experience in hospital-based pathology and medical education. He joined Brown Pathology in 1994 and currently serves as the Laboratory Medical Director at Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/steven-j-oconnor?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Jacqueline T.N. OHare](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Jacqueline%20T.N.%20OHare.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Jacqueline%20T.N.%20OHare.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/jacqueline-ohare?hsLang=en) #### [Jacqueline T.N. O'Hare, DO](https://www.brownpathology.com/jacqueline-ohare?hsLang=en) Dr. O’Hare is a board-certified pathologist with subspecialty certification in hematopathology. She joined Brown Pathology in 2018 and brings a diverse background in academic medicine and physician pathology practice. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/jacqueline-ohare?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Joel D. Thibodeaux](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Joel%20D.%20Thibodeaux.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Joel%20D.%20Thibodeaux.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/joel-d-thibodeaux?hsLang=en) #### [Joel D. Thibodeaux, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/joel-d-thibodeaux?hsLang=en) Dr. Thibodeaux, in addition to being a board-certified pathologist, has a subspecialty certification in cytopathology and a strong background in academic medicine and laboratory leadership. He joined Brown Pathology in 2021 following years of faculty and physician practice experience. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/joel-d-thibodeaux?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots -](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/latonia-e-tyler?hsLang=en) #### [Latonia E. Tyler, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/latonia-e-tyler?hsLang=en) Dr. Tyler joined Brown Pathology in 2011 and is double-boarded in anatomic and clinical pathology. She is a board-certified pathologist with military and civilian leadership experience in clinical and transfusion pathology. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/latonia-e-tyler?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Guy Williams](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Guy%20Williams.jpg?width=1500&height=1500&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20Guy%20Williams.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/guy-williams?hsLang=en) #### [Guy Williams, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/guy-williams?hsLang=en) Dr. Williams is a board-certified pathologist with specialized training in gynecologic pathology. He joined Brown Pathology in 2024 and is committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic care informed by a lifelong dedication to medicine. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/guy-williams?hsLang=en) [![Ha L. Nguyen, MD Brown Pathology](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ha%20L.%20Nguyen%2c%20MD%20Brown%20Pathology.jpg?width=938&height=938&name=Ha%20L.%20Nguyen%2c%20MD%20Brown%20Pathology.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/ha-l.-nguyen?hsLang=en) #### [Ha L. Nguyen, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/ha-l.-nguyen?hsLang=en) Dr. Williams is a board-certified pathologist with specialized training in gynecologic pathology. He joined Brown Pathology in 2024 and is committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic care informed by a lifelong dedication to medicine. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/ha-l.-nguyen?hsLang=en) [![Jim C. Lee MD - Brown Pathology](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jim%20C.%20Lee%20MD%20-%20Brown%20Pathology.jpg?width=938&height=938&name=Jim%20C.%20Lee%20MD%20-%20Brown%20Pathology.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/jim-c.-lee?hsLang=en) #### [Jim C. Lee, MD](https://www.brownpathology.com/jim-c.-lee?hsLang=en) Dr. Jim Chun-Hao Lee is a pathologist specializing in gastrointestinal and liver pathology, with extensive experience in diagnostic pathology, academic medicine, and laboratory leadership. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/jim-c.-lee?hsLang=en)   ## Pathologists' Assistants [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Sally Khalil](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(5).jpg?width=1125&height=1125&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(5).jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/sally-khalil?hsLang=en) #### [Sally Khalil, PA](https://www.brownpathology.com/sally-khalil?hsLang=en) Ms. Khalil is a certified Pathologists’ Assistant who joined Brown Pathology in 2019. She brings a strong background in clinical histopathology, laboratory science, and research, supporting pathologists within the Memorial Hermann Health System. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/sally-khalil?hsLang=en) [![Brown Pathology Headshots - Disha Vyas](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(6).jpg?width=1125&height=1125&name=Brown%20Pathology%20Headshots%20-%20%20(6).jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/disha-vyas?hsLang=en) #### [Disha Vyas, PA](https://www.brownpathology.com/disha-vyas?hsLang=en) Mrs. Vyas joined Brown Pathology in 2023 and currently works alongside pathologists at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital. She is a certified Pathologists’ Assistant with a strong academic background and diverse experience in hospital-based pathology services. [Learn More](https://www.brownpathology.com/disha-vyas?hsLang=en) [![Christie Lopez, PA - Brown Pathology](https://www.brownpathology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Christie%20Lopez%2c%20PA%20-%20Brown%20Pathology.jpg?width=938&height=938&name=Christie%20Lopez%2c%20PA%20-%20Brown%20Pathology.jpg)](https://www.brownpathology.com/christie-lopez?hsLang=en) #### [Christie Lopez, PA](https://www.brownpathology.com/christie-lopez?hsLang=en) Ms. Lopez is an ASCP-certified Pathologists’ Assistant with extensive experience in surgical and autopsy pathology, specimen dissection, and laboratory operations. 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