Who We Are
Our Practice Specializes in Vein and Fibroid Treatment
For more than a decade, Texas Endovascular has specialized in minimally invasive procedures to address vascular, vein, fibroid and other diseases in an outpatient, office-based setting in the Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, Webster, Dallas and surrounding communities in Texas. Se Habla Español.
Meet the Doctors
Our doctors, Dr. Hardee, Dr. Fox, Dr. Valenson and Dr. Carlson are Vascular Interventional Radiologists, highly trained specialists in state-of-the-art non-surgical alternatives to treat a variety of common medical conditions, such as uterine fibroids, peripheral vascular disease, and varicose veins.
Dr. Eric Hardee, M.D. has been performing Uterine Fibroid Embolization and has practiced minimally invasive vascular procedures in the Houston Metropolitan area for over 18 years.
Dr. William Fox 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, and the Texas Medical Association.
Dr. AJ Valenson has been practicing in the greater Clear Lake area as a vein specialist for over 5 years. He is board certified in diagnostic radiology and has completed additional fellowship training in interventional radiology.
Dr. Luke Carlson has spent over a decade in the DFW area treating patients in private practice as well as at the Dallas Veterans Administration Medical Center.
Dr. Ryan Armstrong is board certified in Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology, with over 20 year’s experience in the medical field.
Sarah Applegate, Physician Assistant
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 Connor, Physician Assistant
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.
Carrie Pottmeyer, Physician Assistant
Carrie is a Houston native with a unique pathway to becoming a physician assistant. After completing her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering at Texas A&M University, Carrie worked for six years in the Dallas area as a field clinical specialist in the cardiac rhythm management and ablation divisions for Abbott. Wanting to further her medical knowledge and patient care responsibility, Carrie was accepted to Baylor College of Medicine where she accomplished her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
Carrie comes to Texas Endovascular with clinical and procedural experience in Neuro/Spine Interventional Radiology. Her diverse expertise is now focused on uterine fibroid and vascular diseases where she applies her passion for elevating women’s health standards and advocating for her patient’s mental well-being during their treatment.
Outside of work, you’ll find Carrie at Pure Barre, rating her recent book on Goodreads, planning her next travel experience, dining at her favorite restaurants with friends, and spending time with her family.
Christa Duarte, Family Nurse Practitioner
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.
Molly DiMola, Family Nurse Practitioner
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.
Diana Garcia, Family Nurse Practitioner
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.
Megan Huckabay, Family Nurse Practitioner
Megan is a Texan Native and is proud to call Dallas home. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Tech University. Afterward, she continued furthering her education and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas Woman’s University with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner.
Megan has a background working in pediatrics, vascular, and general surgery. She has a passion for helping underserved populations and providing compassionate care.
During her free time, Megan enjoys staying active, exploring DFW, being involved in her church groups, and spending time with family and friends.
Meet the Team
Our physicians and team are committed to providing personalized care for each of their patients.
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Our Network of Advanced Medical Services
Our extensive network of healthcare service providers spanning Texas encompasses the following
Houston Fibroids
Houston Fibroids offers minimally invasive endovascular interventions that provide long-term relief from uterine fibroids symptoms. Through uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), an outpatient, non-surgical approach, patients experience excellent outcomes with minimal risk of complications.
Dallas Fibroid Center
Dallas Fibroid Center is a reputable and reliable provider of non-surgical, endovascular interventions for treating uterine fibroids. With a focus on effective symptom reduction, Dallas Fibroid Center offers uterine artery embolization (UAE). This groundbreaking technique dramatically diminishes the symptoms of uterine fibroids without surgery and long recovery times.
Texas Knee Institute
Texas Knee Institute is a premier provider of highly effective, advanced, non-surgical treatment for knee osteoarthritis. Our targeted intervention, genicular artery embolization (GAE), inhibits the blood supply to the lining of the knee, effectively addressing knee inflammation.
With our dedication to personalized care, we strive to help our patients regain their mobility and improve their quality of life.
Texas Hemorrhoid Institute
Texas Hemorrhoid Institute is committed to delivering leading-edge endovascular treatments that effectively relieve the discomfort caused by hemorrhoids. With the utilization of hemorrhoid artery embolization (HAE), patients can expect to experience minimal discomfort, shorter recovery periods, and a significant reduction in symptoms.
Texas Prostate Institute
Texas Prostate Institute offers targeted medical treatments for patients suffering from symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This innovative institute provides a next-generation, non-surgical endovascular treatment that directly addresses the symptoms associated with BPH.