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 |
4.8
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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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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
Everything was excellent
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February 07, 2024
My child's doctor
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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
As always, our visit was a successful, pleasurable, and reassuring experience.
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January 07, 2024
Everyone we were in contact with.
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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
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 24, 2023
The receptionist, nurse and Dr all are a well oiled machine of coordinated care.
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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
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November 27, 2023
Dr. Shbarou is so amazing and does a wonderful job with my son!
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November 17, 2023
Dr Shbarou is super sweet and asks a lot of questions trying to find a solution to the problem. Truly concerned and caring.
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November 03, 2023
We are grateful for the positive experience this clinic and provider facilitated for us.
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November 03, 2023
Debbie was wonderfully kind and Dr. Shbarou was very positive and gentle in recognizing what can be a difficult diagnosis to discuss.
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October 28, 2023
The nurse who helped us was very friendly and interested.
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October 21, 2023
No bad experiences
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October 21, 2023
Love Doctor Rolla
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October 20, 2023
I felt like my doctor listened to my concerns and answered questions that I had, that precious doctors didn't answer.
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October 19, 2023
Everything excellent
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September 20, 2023
All the staff was amazing!!
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September 16, 2023
Amazing staff,doctor, and facility:) the whole experience was great!
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September 15, 2023
The front desk made us feel so welcome
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September 15, 2023
The nurses were amazing and we love our doctor
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September 14, 2023
Everyone was kind & everything went smoothly.
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September 14, 2023
Dr Shbarou was fantastic, friendly, kind, reassuring, knowledgeable & listened with out hurry. We feel very confident in her care of our daughter.
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September 12, 2023
All good
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September 12, 2023
All staff did a great job
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September 08, 2023
The nurse and doctor we amazing. The lady at the front desk was amazing.
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September 08, 2023
She always listens and finds treatment options to help the problems my child is experiencing.
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September 07, 2023
I had one of the best experience
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September 02, 2023
Nurse Emily is very kind and listens without interrupting.
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August 29, 2023
Wonderful experience! So timely, clean, and friendly!
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August 29, 2023
(Patient's) nurse and Dr. Shbarou were incredible!
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August 23, 2023
Debbie was very sweet she was patient and concerned with (patient) the whole time and did her best to make things comfortable and smooth for (patient).
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August 18, 2023
Our visit brought about comfort and hope for our son. Thank you!
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August 18, 2023
Dr. Shbarou was very kind and took time to listen to concerns. We enjoyed meeting her today.
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August 15, 2023
I have never had a bad experience. All of our visits are amazing and I wouldn't want to go anywhere else!
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August 15, 2023
I would like to recognize Mary for being so kind and patient with my daughter from the start of her appointment. She was super supportive when my daughter was crying and reassured me that she was okay and not to worry about not being able to get her blood pressure. I would also like to recognize Dr. Shbarou, she listens to my concerns and is very compassionate when it comes to what she does
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August 13, 2023
Time management was excellent, the staff was courteous and helpful, and Dr. Shbarou was spectacular with addressing our needs.
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August 13, 2023
The entire staff as well as Dr. Shbarou
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July 16, 2023
Everyone is so amazing!!!!
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July 11, 2023
They are excellent professionals, I feel super satisfied by the attention given to my baby.
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July 07, 2023
Nothing bad here everyone was very friendly and helpful I love walking in the office they all greet you and office is very clean
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July 07, 2023
Dr was very nice friendly and explained everything very good. She also had concerns about her weight loss. Dr told me to talk to her regular Dr
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June 19, 2023
We would 10/10 recommend this office to anyone. My daughter is comfortable asking questions related to her diagnosis, and we believe she is getting the very best care available.
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June 19, 2023
Everyone in the office was super helpful and friendly. The office clerk was very friendly, Mary (the nurse) was very personable, and Dr. Shbarou was incredible. We are grateful for the efficiency in which the practice is run and for the individualized attention that is given to our daughter.
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June 14, 2023
Emily the nurse was great! She was very sweet and reassuring when I called and followed up with appropriate questions at the appointment
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June 12, 2023
We had an great experience. Thank you!
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June 12, 2023
Fabie & Dr. Shbarou were amazing!!
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June 04, 2023
Mary was very good at her job. Dr Rolla is the best child physician that I have ever seen.
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June 01, 2023
Both nurses and the Dr. Were very nice and caring.
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May 17, 2023
Very pleasant the staff was to me and my grandson
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May 14, 2023
Everything was great
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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