Meet Dr. Rodrigo Interiano

From the time he was five years old, Dr. Interiano knew he wanted to become a doctor. Being born into a long line of physicians in El Salvador, Dr. Interiano always wanted to take care of patients. Every step along the way in his education was one step towards achieving that goal. After his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Interiano attended medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas serving as class president and later student body president during his four years. However, it wasn't until his first clinical rotation that he realized he would pursue surgery. While Dr. Interiano's grandfather and two uncles were in pediatrics, his father was (and still practices) in pulmonary and internal medicine. He thought he would go into pediatrics himself, until surgery became his calling.

Dr. Interiano then shifted his focus to pediatric surgery, but the road to that goal wasn't meant to be easy.

During his five years of general surgery residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, he served as administrative chief resident. He also completed with three years of clinical and basic science research at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Interiano went on to complete his fellowship in pediatric surgery at the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He presented his research at state, national and international meetings and is an author on many peer-reviewed publications including the Annals of Surgery, Cancer and the Journal of Pediatric Surgery.

While the majority of his research was done in pediatric oncology, Dr. Interiano enjoys strong interests in trauma, minimally invasive surgery and congenital neonatal diseases. He joins us from Dallas, Texas after several years of private practice with a high exposure to neonatal care. He is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery in both general surgery and pediatric surgery.

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Interiano enjoys spending time with his wife, Ashley, and their three young children. When he is not operating or in the clinic, he spends his time running outside and cheering on his favorite sports teams.

Services

  • Abdominal/gastrointestinal issues
  • Circumcisions
  • Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
  • Genitourinary surgery
  • Head and neck masses
  • Neonatal surgical conditions
  • Pectus Carinatum
  • Pectus Excavatum
  • Robotic surgery, laparoscopy, thoracoscopy
  • Thoracic surgery
  • Tumors and malignancies
  • Vascular, dialysis and feeding access

Reviews

Average rating:

4.9
Questions were addressed
4.9
4.9 (37)
Provider explained things clearly
4.9
4.9 (36)
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9
4.9 (37)
Trust/confidence in physicians
5
5 (37)

What our families say

  • November 26, 2025

    Everyone was extremely kind

  • November 26, 2025

    The nurses and doctor were very caring

  • November 22, 2025

    Very good surgeon excellent doctor

  • August 09, 2025

    It was good

  • July 24, 2025

    This was overall the most incredible experience we've had with Cook children's. We took the day off anticipating waiting for hours. When we go to our pcp we wait a minimum of an hour and thirty minutes to be seen. The staff never smiles and it feels like we're such a burden. Dr Interianos team was so kind and welcoming. We didn't wait at all . We were in and out and we even had extra tests run. He was so attentive to our worries and made us and our son comfortable.

  • July 20, 2025

    The surgen that came into the room answered all my questions and my sons. He made my son feel better knowing the process.

  • July 16, 2025

    The surgeon is amazing. Also [...] at his front desk is wonderful

  • June 20, 2025

    Physician was amazing. One of the best doctors we have encountered at Cooks. Amazing bedside manner, very kind.

  • April 22, 2025

    Overall all our visit was fast and smooth no issues. Would recommend families

  • April 22, 2025

    The receptionist greeted my 7year old son nicely and professional. The MA who brought us back very nice. Dr. Interiano was very nice and professional answered all out questions.

  • April 03, 2025

    Excellent care and communication about my son's treatment by Dr Interiano

  • April 01, 2025

    Dr. Interiano is amazing. Great listener for our concerns. Glad to see progress with my son and his brace.

  • March 05, 2025

    O well great experience my child and I felt comfortable and informed. Left on a good note and looking forward to the plan put in place.

  • February 22, 2025

    I would Love to Recognize Dr. Interiano He's been nothing but Amazing! Answers all my questions. Explains the process to me. Truly a blessing and pleasure to talk too. Very caring and knowledgeable.

  • February 08, 2025

    The girl who checked us in was very attentive and personable, and spoke to my child with so much kindness and made her feel special and comfortable. The provider was extremely attentive, knowledgeable, thorough, and really good with children. He made sure every detail was explained and took his time in the room to make sure we understood everything. It was a wonderful experience.

  • February 06, 2025

    It was a wonderful experience everyone was encouraging and helpful

  • February 05, 2025

    Great service

  • January 20, 2025

    The entire staff was awesome.

  • January 17, 2025

    It was a pleasant visit

  • January 17, 2025

    All the staff and the doctor were awesome

  • December 12, 2024

    Dr. Interiano took the time to explain possible issues and different outcomes we may face. I appreciate that he took his time and answered all my questions. I feel very confident in him and his team moving forward.

  • December 06, 2024

    Both the nurse and doctor are excellent

Education

  • Medical school:
  • The University of Texas - Southwestern Medical Center - Dallas, TX
  • Residency:
  • University of Tennessee Health Science Center GME - Memphis, TN
  • Fellowship:
  • University of Oklahoma
  • Board certifications:
  • American Board of Pediatric Surgery
  • American Board of General Surgery

Affiliations

  • American Pediatric Surgical Association
  • Cook Children's Physician Network
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
  • Texas Medical Association
  • Dallas County Medical Society

Recognitions

  • Administrative chief resident of general surgery program at University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 2017-2018
  • TN-American College Surgeons – oral presentation 1st place in cancer competition, 2017
  • TN-American College Surgeons – oral presentation 1st place in cancer competition, 2015
  • TN-American College Surgeons – oral presentation 2nd place in cancer competition, 2014
  • TN-American College Surgeons – oral presentation 2nd place in trauma competition, 2014
  • Harwell-Wilson Surgical Society – 2nd place in oral presentation, 2014
  • Society of University Surgeons (SUS) Travel Award for best presentation, 2014
  • Awarded travel to present research at European Society of Surgical Research in Budapest, Hungary 2014
  • AAS Outstanding Resident Research Award in Basic Science, 2014
  • TN-American College Surgeons – oral presentation 2nd place in cancer competition, 2013

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