Meet Dr. M. Zelime Elibol
Dr. M. Zelime Elibol grew up in Fort Worth until the age of 15, when she moved away for school. Dr. Elibol received her undergraduate degree in physics from Harvard University and her M.D. from the University of Texas Medical Branch, where she graduated with high honors and received the Seymour Fisher Academic Excellence Award in Neuroscience and the John R. Calverly Award for Excellence in Neurology. She completed pediatrics training at Massachusetts General Hospital and residency in neurology/child neurology at Partners (combined Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's program), where she served as co-chief resident. She was awarded an NIH R25 research fellowship in 2011. Upon completing her extensive education, Dr. Elibol began her career as a pediatric neurologist at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston and as an instructor in neurology at Harvard Medical School.
In addition to her ongoing clinical work in general pediatric neurology, Dr. Elibol has a strong background and interest in pediatric cognitive-behavioral neurology, including ADHD, executive function deficits, learning disorders and tics/Tourette syndrome. In 2012, she established and directed the Pediatric Cognitive Behavioral Neurology Clinic at Massachusetts General Hospital to provide more comprehensive, collaborative care to these complex patients and to address those neurologic disorders with comorbid cognitive and psychiatric symptoms.
She has been actively involved in clinical research of pediatric neurobehavioral disorders, and completed a pilot clinical trial in 2017 on computerized cognitive training in children with Tourette syndrome and ADHD. She served as co-editor of the Handbook of Pediatric Neurology (published by Lippincott in 2013), co-authoring the chapters on neurodevelopment and neurologic exam, as well as behavioral pediatric neurology.
Dr. Elibol also served as Director of the Massachusetts General Hospital Pediatric Neurology Residency Program. During her last year at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School in 2018, she received the Child Neurology "Teacher of the Year" award, as well as a resident sponsored "Excellence in Leadership" award.
The desire to be closer to family and take part in the growing neuroscience program at Cook Children's brought Dr. Elibol back to Fort Worth in 2018, where she will split time between the Neurology Program and serving as Medical Director of the Child Study Center.
Dr. Elibol's free time is spent with her husband (a veteran, U.S. Army Ranger) and 2 young children. She is a sports and dance enthusiast, and played rugby for the United States National Rugby Team during and after college. She is looking forward to spending time outdoors and teaching her children to waterski in the warm Texas weather.
Services
- Pediatric neurology
Reviews
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November 03, 2023
The doctors truly take the time to develop a relationship with their patients and patient families. Staff is always helpful and friendly. We never feel rushed during our appointments, and I completely trust Cook Children's with the care of my child. We come to Cook's from out of state, and each visit confirms why we do this.
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November 03, 2023
Dr was very kind and really took in to consideration, how I felt as his mom.
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October 27, 2023
I was well pleased with the information she provided
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October 27, 2023
The doctor explained and clarified every question I had about my child's health
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October 19, 2023
Dr. Elibol really is amazing. She is genuine, attentive, kind, fun, easy to talk to and so knowledgeable. I am very grateful she is seeing my son.
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October 18, 2023
Dr. Elibol really took her time with us and we very much appreciated her assessment of (patient). She also was noticeably a great teacher to the student rounding with her.
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October 06, 2023
Dr Elibol is very thorough and explains everything.
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October 03, 2023
Dr. Elibol and her entire team are fantastic. (Patient) would not have made the gains and strides she has without the CSC
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October 03, 2023
Dr. Elibol is jusr simply amazing!
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October 02, 2023
This hospital is the absolute best! Everyone there is so friendly and helpful. I especially love the greeters at the front door who help point us in the right direction, and I love the efficient check in system.
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September 14, 2023
She is wonderful. My son feels comfortable voicing his feelings around her. She is very patient , kind and understanding. She listens and gives advice we're needed. We are so thankful that she is his neurologist.
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September 09, 2023
Dr Elibol is fantastic with (patient) and speaks directly to him. Makes him feel like he's receiving patient centered care.
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September 09, 2023
She actually listen to the concerns we had and explained everything. I loved the interaction with had with her.
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September 01, 2023
First time ever we did not have to wait at a Dr's visit
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September 01, 2023
Everyone was great the Dr was very attentive and did an excellent examination we were very pleased with her and her staff
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August 04, 2023
We always enjoy coming to see Dr. Elibol in person (even though we have been given the option to do virtual appointments).
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August 04, 2023
The doctor very attentive to both my daughter and me paid attention to the questions of both my daughter and me
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July 27, 2023
The valet was prompt and very helpful. The dr spoke directly to my daughter about her care and that was important to me.
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July 21, 2023
Haven't had a bad experience yet. All good things!
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July 21, 2023
Dr. Elibol is the absolute best. The staff is amazing also
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July 13, 2023
She's the best!!!
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July 07, 2023
She is a wonderful doctor, and a perfect fit for (patient) (and us, his parents). She listens, asks the right questions, offers great care and advice, and always makes us feel like we have a partnership in (patient's) healthcare. She's a Godsend for us!
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June 24, 2023
Great facility and staff.
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June 17, 2023
She's great
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June 16, 2023
Great experience seeing Dr Elibol. She addressed all of our questions, shared lots of helpful information and we didn't feel rushed. We came away feeling like it was a very valuable visit.
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June 15, 2023
Very attentive, did not rush. Took extra time to answer questions, ask additional questions. Made everyone feel comfortable. Treated us like family.
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June 15, 2023
Dr. Elibol was very thorough and showed her care and concern. My child and I feel confident that she has considered all factors and made a good plan for moving forward.
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June 12, 2023
Thanks for everything you all have done for our boy!
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June 12, 2023
Dr Elibol is the very best at what she does. She prioritizes student progress with emotional needs and that does wonders for parent/child/doctor success!
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June 09, 2023
Dr. Elibol is phenomenal. She has been an invaluable resource to our family and specifically to my son.
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June 01, 2023
The doctor and her assistants are amazing and professional and knowledgeable. They make my child feel welcome and comfortable during our visit.
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May 26, 2023
Super sweet.
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April 21, 2023
To everyone who helped me with the appointment of my son
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April 18, 2023
Is very perfect
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April 16, 2023
Our Dr. Took the time to listen to any and all thing going on with patience. Dr. E spoke directly to my daughter and made her feel comfortable. We did not feel rushed and we left feeling confident in treatment.
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April 14, 2023
All good. Calming a mothers heart. Answered all questions and didn't rush us. Took the time - like we were family.
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April 14, 2023
Dr. Elibol, Ranelle, and the nurses
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April 13, 2023
Dr. Elibol is a wonderful doctor. She is so smart and personable with my son. I always trust her medical advise.
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April 05, 2023
Dr. Elibol simply put is amazing.
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March 30, 2023
Dr. Elibol was AMAZING. She was so thorough and I LOVE that she didn't immediately jump to any kind of treatment or test. She took the time to listen to us and understand our concerns and was SO GOOD with our daughter! We never felt rushed and loved her bedside manner and her knowledge and she was so personable!
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March 22, 2023
Highly recommended Dr. Elibol. All of our experiences with her and staff have never disappointed.
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March 22, 2023
We had a video visit with Dr. Elibol. She is always attentive and addresses all of my concerns.
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March 22, 2023
Dr. Eilbol is phenomenal, and her memory of each and every detail about my daughter is impressive. We consider her to be an extended member of our family, and she has journeyed with us through each life experience along the way. We always feel that she is present and ready to provide support when we need her. Please recognize her, Nurse Kay, and her extended team for going above and beyond in providing this support.
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March 22, 2023
Dr. Elibol and her staff are amazing, and we can't imagine life without the expert guidance, care, and concern that we receive from her and the team. She should be commended for all that she does.
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March 10, 2023
Awesome experience!!
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March 10, 2023
Dr. Elibol was amazing!!
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March 04, 2023
Everything was great. Everyone was so helpful
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March 04, 2023
Dr Elibol was so helpful and caring
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February 28, 2023
We really appreciate the level of care we received from Dr. Elibol and her team. Thank you!
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February 27, 2023
(patient) had fun with Dr. Eilbol. She is wonderful with kids and love seeing her interact with her. She really cares about the kids!
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February 11, 2023
Dr. Elibol is always so sweet to listen to all our questions. I like how she focuses on each issue one at a time and worked with me to find a med that would work with my child's picky likes/dislikes.
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February 09, 2023
All nurses very professional
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February 04, 2023
Cooks Childrens Neurology has been great with my child's care.
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February 04, 2023
Dr. Elibol always goes above and beyond to make sure (patient's) questions and concerns are taken care of/answered. (patient) always prefers to come in to the office to see Dr. Elibol vs telemedicine appointments. We know that any treatment decisions will be made with care and I love Elibol approach with medicine, starting with the lowest dose first and working our way up higher as needed.
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February 02, 2023
Dr Elibol is wonderful. She has really taken care of my son and helped us navigate through this with ease and understanding.
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January 17, 2023
The entire Cook Children's team is excellent
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January 13, 2023
She was very caring and kind. And explained things well so that both me and my son could understand more.
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January 13, 2023
Dr Elibol
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January 10, 2023
This was our second time there. My grand daughter felt very comfortabke and had no issues. Everyone was so nice and professional.
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January 06, 2023
Cook Children's runs like a well-oiled machine. Each staff member worked with others to make this a seamless and pleasant experience for my son and us. We are thankful to have found Cook Children's after searching for doctors with an expertise to help our complex, chronic needs kiddo.
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January 06, 2023
Dr. Elibol was exceptional. The visit we had with her was above and beyond what I expected, and worlds different than the care we've received thus far in our home state. She truly took the time to listen to our concerns and provide great plans of care for his complex medical needs. Tyson, the child life specialist was amazing with my son in keeping him calm and occupied so I could talk to the doctor. We are thankful to have found Cook Children's.
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January 06, 2023
Everything is always great!
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January 06, 2023
The MA that did his vitals and intake was very sweet and kind!
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January 06, 2023
Everyone is so awesome there at Cooks
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January 06, 2023
We LOVE Dr Elibol and how she cares for (patient)!
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December 08, 2022
Every single person we had contact with were very kind and helpful.
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December 08, 2022
Dr was just wonderful!
Education
- Medical School:
- University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
- Residency:
- Massachusetts General Hospital for Children
- Massachusetts General Hospital/Brigham & Women’s Hospital
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network
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