What profession is still fascinating after 40 years? For Dr. Kukolich medical genetics is that intriguing, as is working with children. She began seeing patients at Fort Worth Children’s in 1977 and has been full time with Cook Children's since 1995.? Without a doubt she is most proud of the work she has done with patients and their families over the years. And she enjoys mentoring medical students who are completing their clinical genetics rotation.
"Genetics requires that you enjoy continuing to learn and you have to do research on behalf of your patients - as the world of genetics is constantly changing."
She trained in New York and Seattle, and eventually came to Texas for just "a couple of years of experience." What swayed her to stay were the opportunities at Cook Children's, as well as playing golf, growing flowers and escaping to Angel Fire, New Mexico.
Dr. Kukolich has also been on the March of Dimes Advisory Board for 25 years. She has coached girls soccer for 10 years in Denton. Many of those athletes were 11-12 years old when she started coaching them and a handful have gone on to medical school.
I was very grateful for both the nurse and the doctor (Dr. Kukolich) that we saw. An experience of being really nervous and not knowing what to expect about my daughter. You made us feel very comfortable, explained things very well and it gave us peace of mind. I was very grateful for the way Dr. Kukolich was with us, the way she listened, answered the questions and also the way she treated my one year old crazy little girl, so I'm very grateful for the people at Cook Children's. – Patient family
Services
Clinical genetics evaluation and counseling
Reviews
Average rating:
4.5
Questions were addressed
4.5
4.5 (37)
Provider explained things clearly
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Likelihood of recommending this provider
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4.5 (37)
Trust/confidence in physicians
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What our families say
November 24, 2024
Dr. K is so good and thorough.
November 07, 2024
Dr. Kukolich is absolutely the best. Aside from being a great doctor, she is a wonderful person too!
November 07, 2024
She cares for the whole family and even made my daughter feel welcome, even though she wasn't the one there for the appointment.
November 07, 2024
Dr kukolich shows you she really cares.
November 07, 2024
She goes above and beyond to make the kids feel safe and happy
November 02, 2024
Dr. Kukolich she's always been amazing for the 21 years we've been coming to see her. She's such a joy
August 22, 2024
There has been no bad experiences
August 22, 2024
All the staffing is great and courteous
August 04, 2024
Very nice and very clean
August 02, 2024
Every body was courteous
March 31, 2024
Dr. Kuchalich is the most knowledgeable easy to be with doctor I have ever met. My daughter is so at ease with her.im sorry I probably did not spell her name properly
March 23, 2024
Only good experiences as expected with Dr Kukulich.
February 26, 2024
Dr Kucolich is one in a million, so caring and an exceptional doctor. We are so grateful for her.
February 15, 2024
All the staff were very friendly Thank you for your kindness
January 14, 2024
She showed compassion and was very good at talking with (patient) and explaining things to her.
December 30, 2023
We have never had a bad experience with her or Cook's Children's
December 30, 2023
Dr. Kukolich is an amazing Dr. The care that she provides for my son and Grandson is always very professional and very caring. I can't say enough about her. I will highly recommend her to everyone.
December 29, 2023
We love Dr Kucholich. She always listens to our concerns and she is always willing to help us
Education
Medical School:
Cornell University Medical College
Residency:
Cornell University Medical College, New York Hospital, New York
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