Meet Dr. Luke Cielonko
At ten years old, I was diagnosed with Type I Diabetes. I was afraid and confused by the responsibility of checking my blood sugar, knowing everything that I ate, and taking my insulin. My family and I were now responsible for the course of my health. My fear dwindled, though, as I was filled with peace by the reassurance of my pediatrician. Through his own experience of having type 1 diabetes, he related to the doubt, the fear, and the life changes I would be facing. He showed me I could have a normal life, one in which I was managing my diabetes and not my diabetes managing me. I knew after this I wanted to be a pediatric endocrinologist so I could help others the same way.
Managing my diabetes has given me a passion for facing the complexities and subtleties required to live a happy, healthy life with a chronic disease. Through my pediatric residency training in Columbia, South Carolina and my fellowship training in endocrinology at Phoenix Children's I have an even greater appreciation and understanding of the relentless focus families need to care for their child. Whether it's diabetes or another complex disease I have a passion for families and children to understand their disease and to empower them to make the most of a difficult situation.
Outside of medicine I enjoy spending time with my family whether that's spending time outside, taking my dog for a walk, or having a dance party to Frozen or Encanto at home. I am the oldest of three and enjoy seeing my family now that we are back in the great state of Texas. I also enjoy being involved with my church community, rooting for the Green Bay Packers (Yes, I own a cheese head), gardening, playing the trumpet and supporting ministries like Compassion International where I write letters to my sponsor child.
If you choose me as your child's doctor I promise to listen and support you and your child to team up and take on whatever it is you may face.
Services
- Disease of adrenal gland
- Disease of thyroid
- Disorders of the pituitary gland
- Type 1 Diabetes
Reviews
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4.9
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4.9
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.9
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4.9
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What our families say
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December 12, 2024
Dr. Luke is always amazing
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December 12, 2024
We have always had outstanding service
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December 11, 2024
Dr. Was awesome
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December 11, 2024
The visit was different from other Drs appointments it was pleasant , informative and he made us feel that he really cares for his patient ( my granddaughter). Thank you
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December 10, 2024
Amazing
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December 10, 2024
All of them we were early like an hour they had us in the back with in minutes when though we were early they were awesome all the way around
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December 07, 2024
It was good ever
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December 06, 2024
All the staff were great.
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December 04, 2024
Very good
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December 03, 2024
Dr Cielonko is the absolute best. His patient centered care is outstanding. He makes a point to speak to my daughter and encourage her at each visit. He is practical and relatable.
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November 16, 2024
Very nice
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November 16, 2024
Clean and nice
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November 14, 2024
We truly appreciate the thoroughness we receive with Dr. Cielonko. His patience in listening and answering our questions have meant a lot to us. Dr. Cielonko is truly a gift to us in this journey of getting answers. Thank you!
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November 13, 2024
We love Dr. Luke C
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November 13, 2024
None. We got there early and we're accommodated fast.
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November 08, 2024
He did a great job of addressing my son's fears, explaining reasons for procedures, responding with patience and empathy.
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November 07, 2024
Our experiences at Cook are always positive
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November 07, 2024
We love Dr Cielonko!!! He's great with [...] and we are grateful he is her provider!
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November 06, 2024
Dr Luke. Very personable, very knowledgeable
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November 06, 2024
It was a great visit. I appreciate how he talks to my child and not just over her.
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November 04, 2024
Great experience overall.
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November 02, 2024
The doctor who saw us was very kind and encouraging to both us and my son.
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November 01, 2024
This will be our last visit to Endocrinology --- I want to recognize the front desk staff... So kind and sweet to my boys. Always having candy and sticker for them. Dr. Cielonko is an amazing Dr --- very patience. Thank you all for the care you have provide boys over the years.
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October 30, 2024
Dr. Luke is very kind sweet informative and knowledgeable. I trust him immensely with my daughters care. He takes his time answers all my questions and eases our feara
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October 29, 2024
He is always so warm and welcoming and he listens to us
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October 17, 2024
Wait time at office was very short but the referral took a little longer than expected
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October 16, 2024
He was so sweet and took his time going over everything with her.
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October 10, 2024
They are simply excellent professionals who have very good personal attention the best place
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October 10, 2024
[...] loves his new doctor luke
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October 10, 2024
Everyone was so kind to my son and I we love cooks.
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September 23, 2024
Awesome
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September 13, 2024
Dr. Cielonko provided exceptional care for my son. He took the time to listen attentively, making sure my son felt heard and that his thoughts were valued. His bedside manner was compassionate and reassuring, which made a significant difference in my son's comfort during his visit. I greatly appreciate the kindness and respect Dr. Cielonko showed throughout the entire experience.
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September 12, 2024
All the staff very nice always have a smile
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September 11, 2024
They were awesome!!!
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September 05, 2024
Very fast everything very attentive all the laboratory very kind thank you
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September 01, 2024
Dr Luke C is the best!!!
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August 29, 2024
Great experience. Didn't expect to get done so fast!
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August 29, 2024
Front staff was great. The nurse was efficient. X-ray and labs we super fast. Dr C was excellent and very informative.
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August 28, 2024
They care a lot about the well-being of children
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August 28, 2024
Everyone stated their name for us and made us feel welcome and cared for. Felt very personal.
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August 28, 2024
Tech was very helpful in setting up the patient portal, labs and crags were done efficiently and my son felt very comfortable, the doctor really spent time getting to know him and his personality and concerns. Loved the whole experience.
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August 22, 2024
Dr. Cielonko is awesome doctor.
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August 22, 2024
Dr. Cielonko is awesome and always takes the time to talk my daughter and me about her care.
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August 21, 2024
I really appreciate the time the doctor spent with us. He did not make us feel rushed. He listened and expressed his concerns.
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August 19, 2024
The overall process was organized and instructions helpful.
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August 19, 2024
Dr. Cielonko was very personalable, he explained things and asked our daughter questions.
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August 13, 2024
Great experience with everyone and everything!
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August 12, 2024
Dr. Luke and his staff. Tech that drew blood from my child. I don't know her name.
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August 12, 2024
I am so impressed with the care we received. Talking to my daughter directly and explaining things to her, empowering her, and caring about her as a whole person is deeply appreciated.
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August 08, 2024
The doctor very friendly.
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August 08, 2024
Dr Cielonko made the appointment enjoyable
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August 05, 2024
Dr Luke has been amazing with my daughter. He takes time to ask her about her life and really wants to know about her as a person. He speaks to her on her level and always explains things and encourages her. He has been such a blessing!
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August 03, 2024
Nurse [...] went above and beyond. She was attentive, responsive, patient, and kind.
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August 01, 2024
I don't remember their names but the nurses that checked us in were absolute sweethearts!
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July 30, 2024
It's hard to just name one person to recognize. Every time we have come into this facility, every person we have met has been wonderful. Every person genuinely lives their job and I love that.
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July 30, 2024
We were late the last 2 visits but I always call ahead and let them know. But Dr.Cielonko has always been very understanding and saw us anyway. I appreciate him very much. All of the staff is wonderful and I am greatful for that.
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July 28, 2024
Everyone is great with patients
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July 28, 2024
Everything was very good, they explain everything very well
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July 18, 2024
They expressed interest in our child and tried to get to know her better.
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July 18, 2024
Dr Cielonko did a great job! I appreciated everyone giving us the information and care that we needed.
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July 18, 2024
The doctor is always attentive and we feel well cared for.
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July 17, 2024
Dr. Luke, the registration nurse, and the PA were very polite and professional.
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July 17, 2024
The facility was inviting and welcoming. The staff was kind, professional and polite.
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June 27, 2024
All team members were great and helpful.
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June 25, 2024
They give us a very good service. I appreciate it thank you for all.
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May 16, 2024
Visit was great nurse was very funny and attentive!Doctor was great answered all questions and gave a clear understanding
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May 14, 2024
Dr Cielonko, Ryan diabetes nurse educator and the midland clinic staff go above and beyond in their care for my son and the Cook's staff both inpatient and outpatient endocrinology clinic have been a godsend for our family.
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May 03, 2024
Everyone from the time we entered the clinic. Friendly, informative! Dr. Luke was exceptional!
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April 25, 2024
Very good & thorough
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April 24, 2024
We love Dr. Luke Cielonko! He is so knowledgeable and caring of our individual needs as caregivers of a [...] child. We are so thankful to have the support of such a wonderful doctor with this very scary disease.
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April 24, 2024
Dr. Luke was wonderful. Took his time and cared for my daughter. Very nice man. Thank you.
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April 23, 2024
The Doctor was amazing he took his time to make sure we understood everything and then he said some really encouraging and motivational things to my son after the diagnosis.
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April 15, 2024
Rebecca was absolutely the best on caring for both of our boys. Dr. Cielonko was so patient and thorough with us in answering all of our questions. He went above and beyond and I truly appreciate him making this appointment go smoothly.
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April 05, 2024
Dr. Luke was absolutely wonderful. While I'm especially thankful to learn that my son is healthy and will not need to see Dr. Luke again, I would have loved it if my son had him as his doctor. Dr. Luke related so well to my son and talked to him at a perfectly age appropriate level. He was kind and treated my son with dignity and great care. After leaving, he said he was glad he had a doctor who was a boy like him and that he was so nice. Well done, Dr. Luke! Thank you.
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April 03, 2024
No complaints at all! Can't thank Dr. Luke enough for his care and kindness.
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April 03, 2024
Dr. Luke is an amazing Dr. We are so blessed to have found him. His level of care goes above and beyond and we sincerely cannot thank him enough. He is attentive, genuine and so kind. He takes the time to go over charts, labs and is very detail oriented to ensure that if we had any concerns regarding our son, he thoroughly explains everything. Sincerely, thankful for such an amazing Dr. Many thanks, Dr. Luke for all you do!
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March 06, 2024
Dr Luke and all staff are always so amazing my daughter loves dr luke
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February 27, 2024
Despite having this disease, my daughter gets very happy every time she has her check-ups.
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February 27, 2024
All the staff are very professional and very friendly, I feel very happy that my daughter is very well taken care of, thank you very much.
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February 27, 2024
The staff
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February 27, 2024
They are all exceptional and worked at a quick pace but not so quickly that they missed anything
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February 22, 2024
Well, for me it's the best experience because everyone is so friendly
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February 22, 2024
Well, to all the staff who attended me because it was the best service they could give me, thank you very much
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February 21, 2024
Dr. Luke and his staff were phenomenal. They were all very welcoming, warm & attentive. Dr. Luke took the time to get to know my son and listened to my concerns regarding his health. He was very patient, knowledgeable and understanding.
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February 21, 2024
Good
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February 21, 2024
All Staff
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February 06, 2024
Great doctor and nurse
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February 01, 2024
Everything was amazing!
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February 01, 2024
Doctor of my last visit he was amazing and very informative! Made us feel at home!
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February 01, 2024
Dr. Cienlonko and his staff were wonderful.
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January 26, 2024
Overall fantastic visit. Quick but informative. Dr took his time and explained throughly any and all questions and concerns.
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January 26, 2024
Absolutely loved the dr. He took his time explaining and listening to our concerns. When explaining medical jargon he was sure to do it in a way we would understand as well. 10/10 would recommend him to anyone and everyone. One of the best specialists we have seen in a long time.
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January 04, 2024
The girl who weighed my daughter is always so thoughtful. Talks to my daughter and is very kind. The doctor is always so respectful. He explained to my non verbal daughter what he would be doing and respected her privacy.
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December 22, 2023
Educator Ryan (male) so extremely nice and helpful Dr Ceilanko great as always. Especially in care of mental health and not just numbers.
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December 22, 2023
I cannot tell you enough how helpful it is, and how much more relatable it makes my son's journey and comfort level in talking to educators and doctors. Thank you!!! We feel so blessed every time we come for appointment.
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December 21, 2023
Tammi Morrison!
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December 21, 2023
Well, all the staff are very friendly
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December 19, 2023
The doctor who treated my son was very friendly and professional
Publications
Cielonko L, Newbern D, Chawla R. Noonan Syndrome: Obstacles in Making a Diagnosis. Ann Pediatr Child Health 2020; 8(7): 1199.
Cielonko L, Hamby T, Dallas JS, Hamilton L, Wilson DP. Provider variability in the initial diagnosis and treatment of congenital hypothyroidism. J Pediatr Endocrinol Metab. 2017 May 1;30(5):583-586
Education
- Medical School:
- University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX
- Residency:
- University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, South Carolina
- Fellowship:
- Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix Arizona
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
- American Board of Pediatrics: Pediatric Endocrinology
Affiliations
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- American Thyroid Association
- Cook Children's Physician Network
- Endocrine Society Pediatric
- Endocrinology Society
Recognitions
- Biadin Roldan Resident Teaching Award (2019)
- Gary and Diane Heavin Servant Leadership Award (2012)
- Prisma Health/USC Outstanding Pediatric Graduate (2019)
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