Christ’s Family Clinic Welcomes Dr. Wen Lai as Newest Staff Physician

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Wen Lai has officially joined Christ’s Family Clinic as our newest staff physician! Dr. Lai has been a dedicated volunteer at the Clinic and is now stepping into a more permanent role, bringing with her an impressive background and a wealth of experience.

With over two decades in the medical field, Dr. Lai is a graduate of UT Southwestern, where she also completed her internship and residency. Her distinguished career includes pivotal leadership roles across various healthcare settings.

Dr. Lai began her journey as Lead Physician in Women’s Health at the Nashville VA Medical Center (1997-2000), where she contributed to significant advancements in care for female veterans. She then served as Medical Director of Hospital Medicine at Las Colinas Medical Center (2005-2006), enhancing patient care and medical protocols.

In 2015, Dr. Lai was appointed Medical Director of the Parkland Center for Internal Medicine at Parkland Hospital, focusing on integrating innovative treatment methods. Most recently, she led the Las Colinas Internal Medicine Clinic at UT Southwestern from 2017 until her retirement in October 2023, where her leadership and commitment to patient-centered care were highly valued.

Beyond her professional life, Dr. Lai is married to Jonathan Dowell, with whom she shares three daughters: Eleanor, Mabel, and Rose. An avid athlete, she has competed in numerous triathlons and marathons. In her free time, she enjoys knitting and crocheting.

Dr. Lai’s remarkable career and dedication to patient care will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on our Clinic and the broader community. We are honored to have her on board!