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When I was in high school, I thought about being a pharmacist to follow in my father's footsteps. However, it wasn't until college – after dissecting a cow eye - I decided to pursue a medical degree. My sophomore year of college, I applied for and was accepted to the Early Medical School Selection Program from Boston University while at University of the Incarnate Word. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in biology, I attended Boston University School of Medicine. I enjoyed most of my medical school clinic rotations, but during my pediatric rotation in medical school, I felt like I connected well with children and they seemed comfortable around me, so this is when I decided being a pediatrician was for me.<br /><br /> Did I ever think I would be a pediatric nephrologist? Nope. In medical school, the kidneys were one of the more complicated organs to learn about so being a physician working with the kidney system was not on my radar ... until my pediatric nephrology rotation during residency. Being exposed not just to electrolyte issues, but also issues like urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and high blood pressure made me more interested in the field. What I love about this field is the relationships that are built with patients and their families. Unfortunately, kidney problems can be chronic in nature, so I do see patients on a long-term basis; this allows me to build long-lasting, trusting, compassionate connections. Also, being able to get patients with chronic kidney disease and end-stage kidney disease to kidney transplant is very satisfying and such a joyous moment for myself, my patients and their families.<br /><br /> Before joining Cook Children's, I was in a private practice and at Medical City Children's Hospital in Dallas for three years. I am so happy to join Cook Children's and look forward to taking care of you.<br /><br /> In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my fur baby – a Chihuahua mix. I also enjoy volunteering at the SPCA of Dallas, working out and lifting weights, traveling, going to comedy shows, and relaxing at home. In addition to English, I speak Spanish.</p> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <div class="score-accordion-panel"> <div class="panel-heading"> <h3 id="services-accord-title" class="panel-title"> <button type="button" class="accordion-button GTMBUTTON" data-target="#services-accord-panel" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="services-accord-panel"> Services </button> </h3> </div> <div id="services-accord-panel" class="panel-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="services-accord-title"> <div class="panel-body"> <section class="score-stripe default"> <div class="container"> <div class="w-full"> <div class="section-header"> <h2 id="services">Services</h2> </div> <div class="content-area"> <div class="page-layout"> <div class="rich-text"> <ul class="doctor-list"> <li>Pediatric nephrology</li> <li>Treatment and care of kidney related illnesses</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <div class="score-accordion-panel"> <div class="panel-heading"> <h3 id="reviews-accord-title" class="panel-title"> <button type="button" class="accordion-button GTMBUTTON" data-target="#reviews-accord-panel" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="reviews-accord-panel"> Reviews </button> </h3> </div> <div id="reviews-accord-panel" class="panel-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="reviews-accord-title"> <div class="panel-body"> <section class="score-stripe default"> <div class="container"> <div class="w-full"> <div class="section-header"> <h2 id="reviews">Reviews</h2> </div> <div class="reviews-overall"> <div class="ratings-avg"> <p>Average rating: </p> <div class="ratings rich-text"> <div class="overall-rating"> <div class="rating-count"> <span class="rating-lg">4.9</span> <div class="rating-stars"> <span class="inner"></span> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="ratings"> <table class="table-no-borders"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Questions were addressed</td> <td> <div class="ratings rich-text"> <div class="overall-rating"> <div class="rating-count"> <span class="d-none">4.9</span> <div class="rating-stars"> <span class="inner"></span> </div> <span>4.9 (32)</span> </div> </div> </div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Provider explained things clearly</td> <td> <div class="ratings rich-text"> <div class="overall-rating"> <div class="rating-count"> <span class="d-none">4.9</span> <div class="rating-stars"> <span class="inner"></span> </div> <span>4.9 (32)</span> </div> </div> </div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Likelihood of recommending this provider</td> <td> <div class="ratings rich-text"> <div class="overall-rating"> <div class="rating-count"> <span class="d-none">4.9</span> <div class="rating-stars"> <span class="inner"></span> </div> <span>4.9 (32)</span> </div> </div> </div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Trust/confidence in physicians</td> <td> <div class="ratings rich-text"> <div class="overall-rating"> <div class="rating-count"> <span class="d-none">5</span> <div class="rating-stars"> <span class="inner"></span> </div> <span>5 (32)</span> </div> </div> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> <ul class="reviews-wrapper" data-count=5> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 24, 2023</p> <p>The nurse for our visit was great with my son. She brought him toys and make him comfortable. Dr. Cepeda was very personable and took the time to answer my questions rather than rushing me. Overall, great visit.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 08, 2023</p> <p>Very good experience</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 08, 2023</p> <p>Doctors Cepeda is an excellent professional, she cleared up my doubts explaining my daughter's procedure</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 26, 2023</p> <p>I would like to recognize both Dr. Cepeda and the nurse. They both took the time to listen and help my child.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 17, 2023</p> <p>Dr Cepeda answered all questions, even my daughters questions in a way she could understand</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 17, 2023</p> <p>Sara is a wonderful addition to the transplant team. She is very cordial and patient. Listening to our concerns and very prompt in responding to messages.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 10, 2023</p> <p>The nurse lady was extremely professional and friendly. Overall experience at the children's hospital was superb. (Patient) is 15 but if he was small, I'd think our experience there would've made him feel safe and protected.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 29, 2023</p> <p>The entire staff was great!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 02, 2023</p> <p>Nurse Kira and Doctor Cepeda were absolutely exceptional.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 05, 2023</p> <p>We've only experienced positive visits</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 05, 2023</p> <p>The entire staff was amazing!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 01, 2023</p> <p>Everyone was friendly and so caring toward my daughter! Thank you!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">February 14, 2023</p> <p>Sarah at front desk was very helpful and made our visit from scheduling to checking out very comfortable.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 26, 2023</p> <p>The importance they give to the excellent patient when the doctor explains the diagnoses</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 07, 2022</p> <p>Dr was very informative & I love video visit no one has to get sick or spread germs these days</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 07, 2022</p> <p>Great helpful for my daughter, love the video appt option</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 05, 2022</p> <p>Everyone very kindly</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 05, 2022</p> <p>All</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">November 03, 2022</p> <p>Dr Cepeda is the best. She always provides excellent guidance with a smile and a friendly reminder to continue to follow the treatment plan.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 21, 2022</p> <p>Nurse Melanie and the lady who spoke to us to calm my daughter down, I don't remember her name.</p> </li> <button type="button" class="score-button secondary ml-1"> Load more </button> </ul> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <div class="score-accordion-panel"> <div class="panel-heading"> <h2 id="publications-accord-title" class="panel-title"> <button type="button" class="accordion-button GTMBUTTON" data-target="#publications-accord-panel" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="publications-accord-panel"> Publications </button> </h2> </div> <div id="publications-accord-panel" class="panel-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="publications-accord-title"> <div class="panel-body"> <section class="score-stripe default"> <div class="container"> <div class="w-full"> <div class="section-header"> <h2 id="publications">Publications</h2> </div> <div class="content-area"> <div class="page-layout"> <div class="rich-text"> <b>Publications:</b><br /> <ul> <li>Cepeda C, Mathur P, Mehta RL. Convective Renal Replacement Therapies for Acute Kidney Injury. In: Nissenson A, Fine R, editors. Nissenson, Handbook of Dialysis Therapy, 5th edition. Philadelphia: Elsevier; 2016.</li> <li>Cepeda CD, Mehta RL. Acute Kidney njury. In: Mehta Y, Sharma J, Gupta MK, editors. Textbook of Critical Care Including Trauma and Emergency Care. New Delhi: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd; 2016.</li> <li>Cepeda C, Bouchard J, Mehta RL. How Does One Optimize Care in Patients at Risk for or Presenting with Acute Kidney Injury? In: Deutschmann CS, Nelligan PJ, editors. Evidence-Based Practice of Critical Care, 2nd edition. Philadelphia: Elsevier; 2015.</li> </ul> <b>Oral presentations:</b><br /> <ul> <li>Cepeda CD, Awdishu L, Zhang J, Goldstein S, Brophy P, Steinke J, Askenazi D, Selewski D, Mehta R. Phenotype of Drug Induced Renal Injury: Preliminary Pediatric Data from the Drug Induced Renal Injury Consortium (DIRECT) Study. 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A Retrospective Analysis of the Usefulness of Emergent Computed Tomography Scans for Pediatric Patients with Known Epilepsy Presenting to the Emergency Department After an Afebrile Seizure. 42nd Annual Meeting of the Child Neurology Society, Austin, Texas, 2013.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <div class="score-accordion-panel"> <div class="panel-heading"> <h3 id="main-content-accord-title" class="panel-title"> <button type="button" class="accordion-button GTMBUTTON" data-target="#main-content-accord-panel" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="main-content-accord-panel"> Media </button> </h3> </div> <div id="main-content-accord-panel" class="panel-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="main-content-accord-title"> <div class="panel-body"> <section class="score-stripe default" style="" data-epi-type="content"> <div class="container"> <div class="w-full"> <div aria-label="Page Section" tabindex=0 class="section-header"> <H2 class=""> Media </H2> 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