Grapevine Internal Medicine Centre

06/15/2025

I have recently been named as the regional Medical Director of a multi-center nationwide research study being coordinated by the Cleveland Clinic. This study is to assess the effect of cutaneous Vagus Nerve Stimulation placed around the ear on Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy. There is very little discomfort noted during placement of the leads.
A preliminary study showed a response of greater than 70% improvement in the pain / discomfort of peripheral neuropathy. Additional benefit was marked improvement in blood sugar control with reduction in diabetic medications and some weight loss.
Too often the medications prescribed for this condition such as Lyrica, Neurontin, Elavil, etc have side effects and are of little benefit. This non-pharmacy alternative so far looks quite promising.
Patients with Diabetic Nerve damage have seen improvement of up to 1 1/2 years duration.
We are recruiting patients for this study which in many cases is covered by health insurance policies. During the study, the patient's physician will be informed of the patient's progress.
Feel free to contact me via message if you would like additional information about this potentially life-altering therapy and possibly enrollment in this study.

05/23/2025

It is with a deep sadness that I must notify you that Sherry McLean passed away after a relatively brief illness. As many here will recall, she was the one responsible for establishing John S. Ferris MD's. medical practice which later became Grapevine Internal Medicine Centre. Under her direction, the practice began on Main Street in Grapevine, Texas in Dec. 1982. Later, Sherry was a driving force in moving the practice to the Baylor Grapevine Medical building and then in 1989 she directed the construction of and relocation of the practice to it's current location at 1604 Lancaster Dr. Grapevine, Tx. Not only did she manage the practice, but she deftly dealt with the architects and construction company. Sometimes, we both felt like we had no clue what we were doing but her dedication, drive and assurance was a steadying force. She was initially the office manager, receptionist, front office staff, nurse, and part-time janitor. She wore all hats with aplomb. Luckily she hired her best friend Colleen Evers as my nurse and the three of us persevered through our early days of practice. I have to smile a bit despite the grief, knowing that she and Colleen are together again! Sherry will surely be missed by her family and all who knew her !

10/12/2024

It's that time of year again. October 15 to Dec. 7 is open enrollment time for Medicare Patients. During this time medicare-covered patients can change their insurance plans without penalty. Choices include traditional Medicare Coverage (Medicare A [hospital care] and B [physician care] with or without Medicare D (prescription coverage); and Medicare Advantage programs offered by multiple companies.
I strongly recommend patients consider the Advantage programs such as offered by Aetna, Humana, Blue Cross and United. Each program has a few different benefits. The PPO options of the Advantage Programs generally are less restrictive and allow for patients to see any physician that accepts Medicare patients. These plans are offered without an additional premium above the required Medicare Part B monthly payment as opposed to traditional Medicare-covered plans which would require the purchase of a Supplemental plan with premiums generally from $100 - $200/month plus a Medicare part D plan for medication coverage.

Drs. Ganpath and Gordon accept assignment for traditional Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.

If you do not make an election between Oct. 15th - Dec. 7th, your insurance coverage for 2025 will remain the same as it is in 2024.

Intracare of Grapevine Internal Medicine Centre has an on-site independent insurance agent available to provide information and assistance on all the plans available, including the traditional and Advantage options.

Audrey Moore, of Connie Health is an agent who can answer all your questions and assist in any changes or enrollments you may elect at no charge to you. She can be reached at 469-480-1121 or you can contact the office of Intracare Grapevine at 817-481-8661 to schedule a time to consult with her. Alternatively you can consult with any health insurance agent but I would not recommend you take advice from Joe Namath or J J Walker !!

07/17/2024

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Intracare's Grapevine Internal Medicine Center is pleased to announce that Dr. Shopana Ganpath is now fully credentialed by Medicare and Medicare Advantage Programs to accept patients covered by those plans. She also accepts most non-government insurance covered patients as well as private-pay patients.
If you, or anyone you know is seeking adult health care, Grapevine's Intracare facility is happy to see you in a timely manner and strives to make your health care our priority.
Dr. Ganpath is joined at Grapevine Intracare by Dr. Martyn Gordon and Jorge Candiotti, Physician Assistant.
Call 817-481-8661 to make an appointment with Dr. Ganpath or our other providers.

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06/13/2024

If you or anyone you know are looking for medical care in the North Texas area, look no further than Grapevine's Intracare Internal Medicine Center. Our office accepts most insurance plans and accepts both traditional Medicare plans and most of the Medicare Advantage Plans that have become popular for seniors.
Dr. Ganpath is a board-certified Internal Medicine Specialist who provides care to patients from 18 - Senior aged. She is a certified Medicare provider and can now accept Cigna Medicare Advantage patients. Blue Cross / Blue Shield , United Health, and many other Medicare Advantage plan patients will be welcomed soon as those plans work through their cumbersome credentialing process. We anticipate this process to be completed in just a few weeks.
She has assumed the care of the patients who have seen Dr. Ferris and has received high reviews and praise for her expertise, listening, and care.

Jorge Candioti has joined the practice as a physician assistant. He has vast experience as the former director of the Intensive care Unite of the largest hospital in Lima, Peru for a five year period. He has specialty training in Infectious Disease from an Antwerp, Belgium Medical Facility.
He is currently accepting all adolescent and adult / senior patients including all Medicare and most Medicare Advantage covered patients.
Doctor Ferris, Doctor Ganpath and Doctor Gordon are very pleased to have Jorge Candiotti as an associate in the practice of Internal Medicine here at Intracare's Grapevine Internal Medicine Center.

This IntraCare Health Center - Grapevine location can be found at 1604 Lancaster Dr., Grapevine, TX 76051. This location has Dr. Martyn Gordon, Dr. Shopana Ganp