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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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
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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September 01, 2023
First time ever we did not have to wait at a Dr's visit
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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
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 12, 2023
Thanks for everything you all have done for our boy!
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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
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
Highly recommended Dr. Elibol. All of our experiences with her and staff have never disappointed.
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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 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 10, 2023
Dr. Elibol was amazing!!
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March 10, 2023
Awesome experience!!
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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
Dr Elibol
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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 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
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
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
The MA that did his vitals and intake was very sweet and kind!
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January 06, 2023
Everything is always great!
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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!
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December 04, 2022
As always, we had a great, informative visit with Dr.Elibol. She is very knowledgeable and personable.
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December 04, 2022
All good
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November 22, 2022
They take care good each time we visited
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November 22, 2022
Thank you!
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November 20, 2022
Dr. Elibol is amazing! I HIGHLY recommend her. She is understanding, reassuring, kind, patient, and thorough. She spent so much time with us and really showed concerned for (patient). She listened to everything I said, watched all my videos/pictures, and looked through my notes with me. I felt like I understood everything she said and she took time to answer all my questions. She went above and beyond to make (patient) comfortable during her exam by conducting it while he was in my lap on the floor. I left with a great understanding of the care plan and I agreed that this course was best for him. Dr. Elibol is wonderful and exactly the kind of doctor I want when I visit Cook Children's.
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November 11, 2022
Dr Zelime Elibol was amazing!
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November 11, 2022
Deep knowledge on headache pain.
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November 10, 2022
Really enjoyed working with Dr. Elibol. I didn't feel I really had to advocate for my child because she was listening and affirming all my concerns and very decisive on next steps. Really appreciated the time she spent with us and the information she provided.
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October 28, 2022
Love Dr. Elibol. She's the best!!!
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October 21, 2022
She helped my Soo much. She's great. Neurologist
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October 21, 2022
Mary
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October 20, 2022
The staff were very nice and we were brought in promptly, even though we arrived early. We had a 4 hour drive one way and because of how well this office, staff and doctor treat my son was with understanding we will be back and recommend this office.
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October 20, 2022
The doctor was very informative and listened with interest. She took her time and was throughly explained concerns and plans for testing.
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October 17, 2022
We did have to wait but this was the first time we have ever had to wait and it's understandable. As always super pleased with dr elibol and staff.
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October 15, 2022
Estephanie at the registration desk was very personable, professional, and patient with us (I forgot my wallet, identification and insurance card). She was patient while I searched my phone for all the identifiers needed.
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October 15, 2022
Dr. Elibol and team have been very responsive throughout my child's journey. I appreciate the care provided.
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October 11, 2022
We only get to visit Dr. Ellibol once a year but we absolutely love our time with her. She has such great insight into (patient's) condition and is really good about helping us understand some of his challenges due to these.
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October 10, 2022
Danielle (in the lab) was fantastic! And, of course, we love Dr. Elibol.
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October 08, 2022
Great visit, very thorough during whole visit.
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October 08, 2022
Dr and staff
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October 06, 2022
Dr Elibol is an excellent doctor she's always been on top of everything explains everything to us and is very compassionate we love Dr elbow she is good with my son and explains everything there's nothing I could say bad about her
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September 30, 2022
The visit was excellent. Dr. Elibol is knowledgeable, personable, and experienced. She is excellent at explaining everything and addressing our concerns. She answers all our questions and gives us time to speak about our thoughts and observations as well as to our child. We will definitely be back.
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September 30, 2022
Dr. Mary Elibol
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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