Meet Dr. Bruce Eckel
Bruce Eckel, M.D., grew up on a farm in rural Iowa and has always loved math, science, and children. He decided in 9th grade that he wanted to be a Pediatrician and has never looked back. He has had a large general pediatric practice since 1983 and has a special interest in international adoptions. He takes care of children from newborns through 21 years and is on several "second generation" families in Denton.
Dr. Eckel did his undergraduate and medical school training at the University of Iowa. He then attended a three year residency in pediatrics at Oklahoma Children's Memorial Hospital in Oklahoma City and is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. He worked at Kings Daughters Clinic in Temple, Texas for six years before settling in Denton in 1989. He is married and has four children.
Dr. Eckel currently serves on the board for Serve Denton which is working to build collaboration and cooperation between multiple nonprofit agencies in Denton. He loves teaching new healthcare providers and holds the positions of "Adjunct Clinical Instructor" at the UTA college of nursing and "Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics" at the new TCU / UNTHC College of Medicine.
Dr. Eckel is founder and director of the North Texas International Adoption Clinic, which was the first of its kind in North Texas. The clinic helps with reviewing medical records and evaluations of children adopted from other countries. He has two children adopted from China as toddlers and has taken part in several mission trips including China, Russia, Brazil, Haiti, Romania, and most recently Kenya.
He is active at Southmont Baptist Church in Denton and has been part of the Kiwanis children's clinic, Ronald McDonald House project, Scottish Rite camps, Camp Copass, and several other volunteer projects over the years. He enjoys photography, panda bears, and sports as well as several other hobbies.
Services
- Acute illnesses
- ADHD management
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- Flu shots
- Hearing screens
- Injury treatment
- International adoption record reviews/exams/treatments
- Obesity and weight management
- Vision screens
- Patient and parent education
- School and sports physicals
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Well checks
Reviews
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.8
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.9
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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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September 20, 2024
All ways good and respectful
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September 07, 2024
Dr eckels Has always been and is an awesome doctor we appreciate him!
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September 01, 2024
[...] is great to work with our son
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August 28, 2024
Love going to see Dr Eckel.. His the best..I am having another baby and totally going to him for my baby
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August 22, 2024
It's always a pleasant experience with Dr. Eckel and his staff.
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August 17, 2024
Dr Eckel and his nurse are the best. They always attend to the needs and make you feel heard!
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August 17, 2024
Absolutely amazing experience. The next day I sent a message and received response within 15 minutes
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August 11, 2024
My son likes seeing Dr. Eckel. He relates better to guys and Dr. Eckel is always interested in his sports which makes him feel connected and have a relationship with him. I appreciate that. I can't remember the nurse's name but she always remembers us and remembers when my son was a baby. She makes us feel at home.
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August 06, 2024
Everything was great from start to finish.
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August 06, 2024
The medical assistant was so nice and friendly as she always is.
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July 20, 2024
Everyone was great as always
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July 20, 2024
I recommend our doctor to anyone who asks about a pediatrician
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July 17, 2024
Always great care!
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July 07, 2024
Dr. Eckel is always warm and friendly during my children's healthcare visits. I have been taking them to his practice since 2004. He's extremely calm and always listens to my concerns, from the baby years to adolescence. I love his nurse, Marta, as well. She is so gentle and kind.
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July 05, 2024
We love both nurse Marta and Dr. Eckel
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June 29, 2024
Dr. Eckel and his Nurse are just amazing. My kids love them so much. He has been their pediatrician for 7years now and we have never had any issue. He is efficient, professional and really knowledgeable. All issues address is immediately solved even without appointment! I love the way they are putting the patient's needs as priority.
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June 21, 2024
Excellent visit as always. Very informative and took time to address any concerns.
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June 20, 2024
Dr Eckel is always uber friendly!!
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April 15, 2024
Both Dr. Eckel and Marta are so so great. We love them both!
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March 27, 2024
My child's case is complex, Dr Eckels knows his hx well and is always trying to think outside the box, after we got home, his nurse called saying Dr Eckels wanted to do another test, one that many other Dr's or specialists haven't thought about yet!! I was very appreciative!!
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February 26, 2024
Martha is the sweetest nurse!!!
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February 13, 2024
All staff, Dr.Eckell & his nurse are always very courteous!
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January 24, 2024
Dr. Eckell
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January 24, 2024
Dr. Eckell was wonderful, patient, and helpful.
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January 15, 2024
They were excellent!!
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January 15, 2024
I would like to recognize Dr Eckel due to his urgency handling my child's problem and referral and he had his nurse Nicole call me back with some incredible news that might help my child and family!!!
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January 04, 2024
Martha is a wonderful nurse who always puts my child at ease!
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December 22, 2023
Dr. Eckel and his staff are very nice to work with.
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December 11, 2023
Dr. Eckel. He is phenomenal! We love him so much! He takes such good care of his patients and listens to every concern. He is very knowledgeable and answers questions in a way you can understand. The girls at the front desk are also wonderful! My son loves them and they are so interactive with him! They get the visit going on a good note!
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November 21, 2023
Everyone in the office is amazing!! Super nice and very helpful!!
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November 21, 2023
We got in and out in no time! Answered all my questions and everyone was super friendly!
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November 08, 2023
Dr. Eckel & his nurse are amazing!
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November 08, 2023
From scheduling to front desk, visit & check out .. Absolutely LOVE Cook's North Denton
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November 08, 2023
Amazing
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November 08, 2023
Martha and Dr. Eckel have been like family since my daughter was born. We drive over 30 mins to because we trust them with my child.
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November 07, 2023
Dr. Eckel is such an amazing doctor and his nurse Martha is so wonderful as well!
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October 29, 2023
Great
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October 23, 2023
Nurse Martha is the best!
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October 18, 2023
Easy scheduling. Friendly staff.
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October 18, 2023
Dr. Eckel and the nurse we saw today were great. They made my daughter feel comfortable and answered all of our questions/addressed all concerns.
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October 09, 2023
Great experience
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October 09, 2023
The nurse that greets us for Dr Eckle is always very friendly and smiling. Enjoy seeing her every time we come. In addition Dr. Eckle is always courteous and helpful
Education
- Medical School:
- University of Iowa,Iowa City,IA
- Residency:
- Oklahoma Children's Memorial Hospital, Oklahoma City
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network
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