Dr. Walid Saleh and the team at the Center for Reproductive Endocrinology in Dallas are dedicated to bringing the gift of parenthood to as many patients as possible. Meet the friendly, caring people who work hard every day to provide excellent, individualized fertility care to their patients. Please visit: https://dallasfertilitycenter.com/our-center/meet-the-team/

1. Dr. Walid Saleh and Dr. Stephen Collins
The team at the Center for Reproductive Endocrinology in Dallas are dedicated to
bringing the gift of parenthood to as many patients as possible. Meet the friendly, caring
people who work hard every day to provide excellent, individualized fertility care to their
patients.
Dr. Saleh’s Awards and Recognition
 America’s Best Physicians
 US News & World Report Top Doctor
 Patients’ Choice Award
 Compassionate Doctor Award
 Consumer Research Council Top Ob/Gyn
 Castle Connolly Top Doctor

2. Education and Accreditations
 OB/GYN residency at The Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI 1993
 REI fellowship at Stanford University School of Medicine, CA 1996
 Board-certified in OB-GYN and the subspecialty of Reproductive Endocrinology and
Infertility (REI).
 Dr. Saleh has authored numerous scientific publications and is a member of many
national and international medical societies.
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Dr. Collins' Awards and Recognition
 Arnold P. Gold Foundation for Humanism in Medicine
 Peter A. Grannum, M.D., Memorial Award for Humanistic Approach to Medicine (Yale).
 Recipient of several teaching awards.
Education and Accreditations
 Ph.D. in neuroscience at Emory University, 2011
 OB/GYN residency at Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT 2015
 REI fellowship at Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 2018
 Board-certified in OB-GYN and the subspecialty of Reproductive Endocrinology and
Infertility (REI).
 Dr. Collins has authored numerous medical and scientific publications and is a member
of many national and international medical societies.
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3. Karen Rodriguez, Practice Manager
Karen is available to patients at any stage of the process via 972-566-6686, option 4.
Role:
Practice Manager requires many hats but the most important is to be sure our patients
have an excellent experience here at CRE. My door is always open!
At CRE:
Since 2005
Educational Background and Experience:
30 years in the medical field
About Karen:
“I love to travel and spend time with my family. I have one daughter who is a recent
graduate from UT Austin. Hook-em Horns! I also love to dance and taught dance for
many years.”
Stephanie Goeters, MT(ASCP), TS(ABB) Lab Manager,
Senior Embryologist
Role:
“My role includes all aspects of Assisted Reproductive Technology in the IVF,
Andrology, and Endocrinology Labs. I perform egg retrievals, ICSI, semen analysis,
embryo culture, embryo transfers, embryo cryopreservation, and thawing and biopsy for
genetic testing. I manage the lab and handle all compliance with CAP, SART, and FDA.
I enjoy communicating with the patients and helping them on their journey to conceiving
and having a baby.”
At CRE:
Since 2005
Educational Background and Experience:

4. 20+ years as an embryologist, Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Bachelor’s Degree in
Medical Technology. Worked in a blood bank at Herman Memorial Hospital, Houston,
TX, and Flow Cytometry Lab at UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX.
About Stephanie:
“I am a wife and mother of two teenage boys. On my time off, I enjoy spending time with
my family, traveling, attending live music shows, exercising/ running, and going to
Dallas Stars hockey games.”
Naphateria Bell, Embryologist
Role:
“While performing all aspects of ART in the lab, I am motivated and committed to
helping couples fulfill their dreams of becoming a family.”
At CRE:
Since 2019
Educational Background and Experience:
After completing my Bachelor’s Degree of Biochemistry at Texas Tech University, my
career started in fertility as an Andrologist and further progressed to Embryologist. I
currently have 18 years of experience in the field of ART. And have worked collectively
at previous fertility clinics such as Aspire-Dallas, Houston Fertility Institute, and Center
of Reproductive Medicine, PA.
About Naphateria:
“During my growth as an Embryologist, I also became a wife and mother of 4 children, 2
boys (12 and 2 years old) and 2 girls (7 and 5 years old). When I’m not being a team
mom, at practices, or games of various sports with my children, I enjoy spending quiet
leisure time with my family by having movie nights, cooking and baking, starting DIY
projects, and most importantly relaxing whenever I can in between.”
Heather Jackson, RN-BSN Clinical Nurse Manager
Role:

5. “I personally understand this diagnosis and have compassion for all our patients.
Infertility is very difficult. My job allows me to help you understand and overcome the
struggle. I honestly cannot imagine doing anything else.”
At CRE:
Since 2007
Educational Background and Experience:
Graduated from Texas Woman’s University, and started out a nursing career working in
the hospital helping cancer patients.
About Heather:
“I am a very busy wife and mother to three wonderful children. In my spare time, I enjoy
cooking, baseball, and being outdoors with my family and pets. I love animals and we
have several pets including dogs, goats, chickens, and a cat. Ten years ago, I was told I
may never be able to have children. Today my family is complete and my heart is full.
Being an infertility nurse is the most rewarding job and I’m privileged to work with a
wonderful doctor and awesome staff.”
Lisa Funari, RN Clinical Coordinator
Role:
“My role at CRE allows me the opportunity to help guide patients through every aspect
of the IVF journey.”
At CRE:
Since 2012
Educational Background and Experience:
Associate Degree, Nursing
About Lisa:
“I am a wife and mother of two wonderful daughters. I was born in Iowa but moved to
TX when I was 8 so I’ve been here for 31 years now and consider myself a Texan. I
love to watch my oldest play soccer and to read. Anne Rice is my favorite author.”

6. Jeanine Volentine- Financial Counselor
Role:
Everyone’s economic and life situation is unique. I keep that in mind when providing
Financial Counseling advice. I understand our patients are in different stages of life as
well and believe our personalized care and services are essential for the greatest
chance for patient success.
At CRE:
Since 2012
Educational Background and Experience:
Medical field experience of 30 years. Working all office aspects during this duration but
enjoying my current Financial Counseling role most.
About Jeanine:
My favorite place to be is the BEACH! LOVE fun in the sun! Being a social
butterfly…there is no place I would rather be than spending time with my wonderful
family and friends. My favorite hobby is sewing. I recently retired my 1976 Singer
sewing machine for a brand-new Singer! I was an Art Major in college and love to create
and craft!!
Amanda Martinez, Certified Medical Assistant
Amanda is available to patients at any stage of the process via 972-566-6686, ext.
1113.
Role:
Assist Dr. Saleh and clinical staff but the most importantly supporting our patients
through their fertility journey at CRE.
At CRE:
Since 2007
Educational Background and Experience:
17 years in the medical field

7. About Amanda:
“I love to spend time with my family and being creative”. Enjoy meeting CRE babies,
warms my heart knowing that I was able to help build a family!
Darlene Davis, Front Office Manager
Darlene is available to patients at any stage of the process via 972-566-6686
Role:
Front Office Manager requires making sure our patients receive the best care, customer
service, and an exceptional experience here at CRE.
At CRE:
Since 2020
Educational Background and Experience:
15 years in the medical field offering provider support, medical billing, claims and patient
care. I am less than one year away from receiving my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology
and Christian studies.
About Darlene:
“I am a boy mom to an amazing 5-year-old, we enjoy traveling to new places, being
silly, and seeing new things. I enjoy cooking, baking, hiking, and traveling in my spare
time. Two years ago I started a small baking business, that I had to put on hold due to
school but I am eagerly anticipating baking again. I have endured my own personal
struggles with infertility and it brings me great joy to be a part of an awesome team
helping patients complete their family.”
Claudia Perez, Medical Assistant
Claudia is available to patients at any stage of the process via 972-566-6686, option
1110.
Role:

8. Medical Assistant requires many hats but the most important is to be sure our patients
have an excellent experience here at CRE.
At CRE:
Since 2015
Educational Background and Experience:
Medical experience five years
About Claudia:
“I love spending time with my family. I love watching Marvel Movies with my boys. I love
coming to work because I really enjoy what I do, If I can make one patient smile it
makes my day.”