Meet Dr. Rolla Shbarou
My first memory of the idea of becoming a doctor was at a really young age, perhaps at 7 or 8 years, when my beloved mother told me after coming back home from my pediatrician’s office:” Wasn’t he a nice doctor?” I remember that I was so touched by this kind doctor that I wanted to be a doctor myself when I grew up. Years later, in high-school, it was only natural for me to pick pre-med training in college. Medical school followed, and I fell in love with Pediatrics, during my clinical rotations. I noticed that most pediatricians were happy and kind, and that made my choice very clear: I was to become a pediatrician. The rest is history. I chose Neurology as a subspecialty thereafter. I like the special bond between myself and my patients and families, even if those patients have more needs than the average patients. To them, I become part of the family. After obtaining my training in general Pediatrics at the American university of Beirut, I trained in Pediatric Neurology at Duke University, and further trained in EEG/Epilepsy at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, where I practiced for more than ten years subsequently, while serving as the training director of pediatric neurology. The last 6 years were spent in my Alma mater, the American University of Beirut.
My special interests are: Neuro-cutaneous Disorders, Epilepsy and electroencephalography, neonatal neurology, neuromuscular disorders, Autism and developmental disorders.
I enjoy working in a multidisciplinary setting, and love sharing thoughts and ideas that would improve the care of patients.
In my spare time, I like to draw and paint, walk and play the piano.
Services
- Neurologic evaluations
- Neurophysiology
Reviews
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.8
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.7
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.8
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Trust/confidence in physicians |
4.8
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What our families say
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November 16, 2024
We really appreciate Dr. Shbarou. She always listens closely, answers all of our questions, and we don't feel rushed.
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November 15, 2024
I admire the way the staff treated my child and I. My daughter can be a little difficult at appointments but her nurse was amazing. She worked well with her from beginning to end. It's rare meeting nurses now a days who are dedicated to their work and patients. The lady at the front desk was also very polite and had the office looking very tidy. Also want to say that [...] Doctor was very helpful and explained things very well.
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October 20, 2024
Dr. Shbarou! She goes above and beyond for my child, we are Blessed to have her as my son's neurologist.
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October 20, 2024
We have been lucky enough to only have good visits. The Dr always takes my as well as my sons concerns into consideration and answers any question.
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October 19, 2024
EVERYONE IS AWESOME!
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October 19, 2024
He's always treated w kindness. The Dr is amazing!
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October 11, 2024
As always very pleasant
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October 02, 2024
As usual with all our other visits, everything was wonderful! Thank you!
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September 28, 2024
All the staff was excellent!
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September 28, 2024
Great all the questions were answered and we left very, very satisfied!
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August 24, 2024
No bad comments
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August 24, 2024
The Dr she cares about mu daughters health and she explains everything very well
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August 23, 2024
Dr. Shbarou - we are so thankful for her help. She's a good listener.
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August 21, 2024
The whole staff was great!
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August 21, 2024
The appointment was very thorough and efficient. All of our questions were answered and we were overall satisfied with the care.
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August 21, 2024
Very good care from the sick doctor and assistants grateful to all the staff
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August 15, 2024
It is ok
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August 15, 2024
They treated me very well
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August 09, 2024
First visit went well
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August 08, 2024
We had an excellent experience.
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August 08, 2024
Everyone at the office was amazing
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August 01, 2024
Very good customer service..
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August 01, 2024
The staff was wonderful they were very attentive
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August 01, 2024
My daughter felt very comfortable talking to her doctor and nursing staff
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July 30, 2024
THE BEST DOCTORS VISIT WE HAVE EVER HAD, FOR BOTH MOM & BABY! THANK YOU
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July 30, 2024
Dr. Shbarou was our saving grace. As a mother, I am so thankful for my child, to have been seen by her!
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July 08, 2024
We have had nothing but great experiences every time.
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July 07, 2024
Encounter with each staff member was great.
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July 07, 2024
As a first time appt. We were well received and the process from check-in to check-out was smooth. Staff were very welcoming.
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July 04, 2024
Very flexible and worked with us when we were delayed due to construction. Very friendly and kind. Felt our concerns were heard and addressed and possible answers with a course of action were given.
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June 20, 2024
Very good attention with the child and he explained everything very well
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June 19, 2024
Dr. Was Amazing!
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June 08, 2024
I don't think I can brag on them enough. A year and a half ago when our son began having [...] and our lives turned upside down, Dr. Shbarou and her team came to our rescue. We had to call them from the airport for assistance and they couldn't have been more wonderful. At each and every visit with this team, they listen carefully and have continue to solve all of our needs related to our son. I can't think of a thing they could've done better. We are all deeply grateful that Cook Children's had this team in Amarillo and opened our eyes as to how exceptional our care could be.
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June 07, 2024
Overall we had a great experience during our appointment.
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June 07, 2024
All of the staff that we interacted with were very friendly and kind.
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May 23, 2024
Dr Rolla Shbarou is an outstanding doctor. She listens, shows concern, gives great information, provides insight, and gives parents a seat at table for decision making.
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May 16, 2024
Thank you for a phenomenal first visit. I cried in the car on the way home just relieved to finally have a doctor listen, care and take action.
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May 16, 2024
Everyone that assisted us - start to finish was truly amazing and it was so refreshing to have the anxiety, fear and hopelessness I've been carrying be lifted considerably. I know our child is in good hands.
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May 09, 2024
Dr. Shbarou was great-compassionate and willing to investigate our concerns. Staff who called afterwards were also very friendly
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May 08, 2024
Everyone has a hand in making a otherwise scary visit into a wonderful, supportive place.
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May 08, 2024
We felt welcomed an there was never a stupid question I ask. They cared!!! Really cared!
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May 08, 2024
Everyone was super helpful and kind!
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May 02, 2024
All the staff is always so nice and welcoming! And thank you Dr. Shbarou for always answering our questions so we can understand them!
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May 02, 2024
We always get in an out of my sons appt pretty quick an that is always nice! Especially when it can be stressful at these appointments!
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April 26, 2024
I have not had a bad visit. The times we have been there have been GREAT!
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April 22, 2024
Dr. Shbarou is always very attentive, patient & kind.
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April 22, 2024
My son is under the care of two other doctors at two other offices. Dr. Shbarou and the entire staff at this office is by far the best overall. My opinion is based on the following:Friendliness, attentiveness, and knowledgeable.
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March 25, 2024
Excellent visit, would recommend Cook
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March 25, 2024
Everyone was great, from check-in to PA to doctor.
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March 15, 2024
Dr Shbarou answered all our questions and concerns. My granddaughter was at ease and spoke her concerns. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would recommend Dr. Shbarou.
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March 14, 2024
Dr Rolla Shbarou was very thorough. I really appreciate the care and consideration she gave and going over my child's entire treatment plan. She put my mind at ease, and gave both of us solutions to some recent issues that have been taking place. Without her expertise, we would still be in a state of wondering.
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March 12, 2024
Exelente servicio de todo el personal
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March 07, 2024
Everyone was friendly and helpful. Dr Shbarou and her resident were kind and empathetic to our concerns and took a lot of time answering our questions and reviewed the new plan thoroughly. Very impressed and thankful!
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February 26, 2024
Very good
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February 26, 2024
Dr Rolla Shbarou. She is very good in addressing all my questions. Even after the visit, I contacted her with other concerns on the portal and she replied within minutes. Thank you so much
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February 25, 2024
Nelly was wonderful, looked into questions about insurance very quickly and then scheduled my child for the next day. For anxious parents she was a Godsend.
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February 13, 2024
My daughter loves Dr.Shbarou, I always feel heard and never judged for any of my concerns
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February 13, 2024
I would love to recognize the nurses who worked with my daughter, they were both so patient and kind and will my son tagging along, they talked with him too! I love that they are so attentive and caring, like you're family there!
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February 07, 2024
My child's doctor
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February 07, 2024
Everything was excellent
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January 30, 2024
Overall an informative and useful visit. Great doctor!
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January 30, 2024
Dr Shbarou had practical and insightful possible solutions to problems in which my son could take personal ownership. Really great.
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January 08, 2024
I have never had a bad experience here. We don't come often but the times we have, have been great!
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January 07, 2024
Everyone we were in contact with.
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January 07, 2024
As always, our visit was a successful, pleasurable, and reassuring experience.
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January 05, 2024
Dr shbarou was amazing
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January 02, 2024
Ever since we have been going to cooks children we have been very satisfied
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December 24, 2023
The receptionist, nurse and Dr all are a well oiled machine of coordinated care.
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December 24, 2023
This office made my child feel heard and safe in a situation that has them feeling so out of control and scared.
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December 23, 2023
Dr. Rolla Shabarou is amazing. She's so wise and caring!! I appreciate her help so much.
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December 22, 2023
Fast wait time!
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December 21, 2023
We would not go anywhere else for (patient's) epilepsy!
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December 21, 2023
Everyone in the office was helpful and courteous and treated us well. From Fabiola at the front desk, to Debbie the nurse, to Dr. Shbarou, we are so thankful for this staff and office!
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December 20, 2023
Everything was good. Thank you !
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December 20, 2023
Everyone was nice and helpful. The front desk clerk was very nice. I forgot to ask a question to the doctor and she got it answered before I left.
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December 05, 2023
We loved that we spent more time actually talking with the doctor than waiting for the doctor.
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December 05, 2023
Dr. Shbarou took the time to hear all of our concerns and was very patient with explaining things to is.
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December 03, 2023
Always a pleasant visit
Education
- Medical School:
- Duke University Medical Center (2001), American University of Beirut (1994-1997)
- Residency:
- Monmouth Medical Center (2001-2003)
- Board Certifications:
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
- Board Certified in Neurology
- Special Qualification in Child Neurology
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network,Child Neurology Society, American Academy of Neurology
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