Meet Ashley Mclaughlin
As a child, I spent time visiting my cousin in the hospital while she was being treated for cancer. Those visits inspired me to become a pediatric nurse so I could care for children like her. I earned my bachelor's degree in nursing from Texas A&M University in 2008 and joined Cook Children's in 2009 as a registered nurse in the Hematology and Oncology unit. After six years of caring for children with blood and cancer disorders, I earned my master's degree as a pediatric nurse practitioner from the University of Texas at Arlington.
Following graduation, I worked as a nurse practitioner in the Cook Children's Urgent Care Center before joining the office at Willow Park in July 2018. I'm board-certified in both primary and acute care, and in 2020, I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. My favorite part of my job is connecting with families, providing comfort and serving as a trusted resource for their child's health. I also serve as a preceptor for students working toward their master's degrees.
I grew up in Weatherford, Texas, and now live in Aledo with my husband, daughter and son. When I'm not at work, I enjoy camping, hiking, and spending time outdoors with my family and our two pugs, Penny and Leonard.
Services
- Acute illnesses
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- Flu shots
- Hearing screens
- Injury treatment
- Obesity and weight management
- Vision screens
- Patient and parent education
- School and sports physicals
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Well checks
Reviews
Average rating:
| Questions were addressed |
5
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| Provider explained things clearly |
5
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| Likelihood of recommending this provider |
5
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| Trust/confidence in physicians |
5
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What our families say
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October 16, 2025
Great visit as always!
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October 16, 2025
Ashley is always amazing with my boys. Efficient with her assessments and always willing to educate me when needed.
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September 22, 2025
ALL the staff was amazing as always! We couldn't be more pleased with cooks in general!
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September 20, 2025
She listened to my concerns, and was happy to treat my child. My daughter kept reaching for her to hold her so she let her sit in her lap while she typed in the information I gave her on why we were there, and then my baby wanted her badge so she let my baby hold her badge throughout the appointment. She was so kind and made my daughter feel comfortable during her appointment.
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September 14, 2025
The entire staff is wonderful. Ashely is our favorite!
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September 14, 2025
Ashley listens, speaks to my daughter and lets her answer, and communicates so well. She's wonderful!
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September 04, 2025
All staff was incredible and so kind. Several visits big sister had to tag along and they chose to include her in the popsicle reward after shots. The nurses never complained or said no when our son asked for a busy bee or freeze spray prior to shotsthe team was happy to go back and get the extra supplies. Overall, the last several visits have been wonderful and we are so grateful for the cooks business model and quality of staff they hire. Even to the receptionist that check in each day. Very friendly and patient.
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August 06, 2025
Ashley McLaughlin did a wonderful job!
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July 23, 2025
The dr was fantastic!
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July 16, 2025
We enjoyed our first visit at the new willow park location.
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July 12, 2025
We been taking my daughter since she was born and now is 10. My son just had his first visit and they were so great with him. Everyone there is always so helpful.
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July 06, 2025
It is always a great experience to go to this office.
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July 06, 2025
Every single member of this office was outstanding. I love the new location. I would like to recognize nurse. She was willing to answer ALL my questions and my kid accommodations and needs.
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July 03, 2025
Love the new office!
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July 03, 2025
NP Ashley M and the nurse were both incredible!
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June 25, 2025
We loved all of the ladies that helped!
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June 25, 2025
The office always does such a great job making visits quick and easy.
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May 29, 2025
All staff was kind, helpful and professional.
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April 26, 2025
Great. The staff is so relational and really makes my family feel taken care of. It's super clean also!
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April 26, 2025
Ashley McLaughlin is just amazing, her knowledge and understanding of my child feels are just priceless. My children completely trust her. The nurses are all so kind and helpful and the front desk is ALWAYS helpful and so nice also.
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April 14, 2025
She is always so sweet and kind. My son loves her and as a parent I know I can trust her guidance
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April 11, 2025
Appreciate them listening to my opinion on tubes and not wanting to wait it out
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March 28, 2025
Ashley was amazing. So cute and put together and answered all our concerns. Very professional and made us feel at ease.
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March 27, 2025
The front desk is always so friendly. I didn't catch her name though!
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March 14, 2025
[...] said it was the fastest doctors visit he's ever had. We loved the fast and friendly service. Everyone was kind and considerate
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March 14, 2025
The nurse was very fast and proactive by taking the strep test prior to us entering the room so the retails were ready when the NP arrived
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March 09, 2025
Love love love Cooks!!!
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March 01, 2025
The whole staff from checking in all the way until we left.
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February 19, 2025
Ashley McLaughlin is so great every time we've seen her.
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February 18, 2025
Our nurse was wonderful. My child threw up during intake and she was so kind and accommodating. And PA Ashley was fantastic. Thanks for the great care!
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February 15, 2025
They are always polite and loving to my kids! And got my FMLA paperwork in fast to my job
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February 15, 2025
Only good experiences happened! Everyone is always so understanding and kind!
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February 15, 2025
Everyone that helped that day was so kind, informative, and beyond helpful!
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February 15, 2025
They are always polite and loving to my kids
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January 30, 2025
Ashley was absolutely great with my daughter.
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January 11, 2025
Ashley McLaughlin was amazing, she spent time examining and listening during our visit.
Education
- Medical school:
- University of Texas at Arlington, 2014
- Board certifications:
- CPNP-AC
- PC
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network