Meet Dr. Daphne N. Shaw
As a young child, Daphne Shaw was often sick with ear infections and sore throats. She had a wonderful pediatrician--a kind, soft-spoken gentleman-- who made her giggle by calling her "Drusilla" and who gave her finger puppets. One day when she was close to age 4, she announced to her parents, medical kit in hand, "I want to take care of people like he does, so I've decided that I'm going to be a nurse." Her dad then answered, "That's a wonderful goal, but have you thought about being a doctor?" As a child of the early seventies, she was stunned at the suggestion and retorted that girls couldn't be doctors (silly Dad). Her father explained that girls surely could, and, well, he was right!
She never strayed very far from the desire to be a doctor, though as a high schooler-- not wanting to completely trust her childhood plan-- she did explore and compare the medical path with her other fields of interest, such as international relations and writing. Having a father straight from Italy and a mother who taught French and Spanish, she was drawn to all things multicultural and to learning all about the other countries of the world. However, during an amazing summer scholarship experience in Egypt, her visit to a Red Crescent hospital there helped her realize that medicine was where her heart led her first and foremost.
As a pediatrician, Dr. Shaw feels so thankful to be able to watch children grow and learn and considers it a precious gift to be a part of her families' lives. A wide, toothless grin from a 6 month old patient will make her day, but she also loves witnessing the vivid honesty of four year-olds, all the way up to the soul-searching of teens. She loves how experiences at home with her husband Dr. Carl Shaw, a Cook Children's Emergency Medicine physician, and their two kids, Brendan and Julia, play into and complement some of the issues in pediatrics and vice versa. Having had a recent experience with breast cancer, Dr. Shaw also knows what it is like to be a patient.
Dr. Shaw went to Princeton University, where she did her premedical studies and earned her undergraduate degree with honors in history. She then went to Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. On graduation, she was awarded the Most Outstanding Student Award based on peer voting for her class leadership. She went on to a pediatrics residency also through Baylor at Texas Children's and Ben Taub hospitals. In 2007, she wrote and illustrated a children's book called 'No Shots for Me' about a little girl whose imagination helps her "make it through" her vaccines.
She loves spending time with her husband, two kids and two crazy dogs. Additionally, she enjoys being outside, walking/hiking, reading, traveling and writing. A firm believer in childhood literacy, she volunteers as a reading tutor with Reading Partners of North Texas.
We absolutely loved coming in and visiting Dr. Shaw. She is always super sweet super helpful to really listen to any concerns or issues that we might be having. She's great with the kids. Her staff is super amazing. Overall. We just love coming in and we know that we're going to be taken care of when we come in. Thank you so much. – Patient family
Services
- Acute illnesses
- ADHD management
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- Flu shots
- Hearing screens
- Injury treatment
- Obesity and weight management
- Vision screens
- Patient and parent education
- School and sports physicals
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Well checks
Reviews
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September 19, 2023
Andrea and Marisel. Unbelievable nurses/assistants and they helped (patient) with her phobia of needles.
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September 16, 2023
Dr. Shaw did awesome trying to ease my son's anxiety about having blood drawn.
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September 09, 2023
We absolutely love Dr Shaw!
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September 06, 2023
Dr. Shaw was very kind and caring even though we are not one of her regular patients and she was seeing us on a holiday. I appreciate her time and care for my daughter.
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August 08, 2023
Dr Shaw, the nurse/MA that took our initial info and vitals and the lab staff who did bloodwork were EXCEPTIONAL. I'm sorry I didn't take their names but the nurse/MA was a young woman with Black hair, Latina complexion; the lab tech/phlebotomy person was an African American woman. She especially did a wonderful job of showing patience and compassion with my kids.
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August 08, 2023
We ALWAYS have a great experience with the staff at this clinic, even during sick kid visits when we have had to see providers other than our favorite Dr. Shaw. But Dr Shaw is absolutely amazing - her attention to details, follow up and genuine care and concern shines thru every single time we visit her.
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August 06, 2023
Dr Shaw was amazing and made me feel very at ease with having a newborn.
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July 22, 2023
She's wonderful with my daughter and listens to her
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June 28, 2023
Doc Shaw is amazing! She listens and answers everything... And I have a lot of questions. Haha She's very enthusiastic about the care of my child and her well being.
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June 28, 2023
We just love Dr.Shaw!! She is always attentive and very kind. It feels like she truly cares for our daughter.
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June 23, 2023
My son has been seeing Dr. Shaw since he was a little under a yr. She Is wonderful! She addresses all my concerns and worries and Is always reassuring. She is gentle with (patient) and I love how she involves him during the exam. If your looking for a good pediatrician I recommend Dr. Shaw. Overall, the team at this Cook's Pediatrician Is great!
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June 04, 2023
All staff were excellent! Dr. Shaw is a phenomenal physician!
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May 06, 2023
Dr. Shaw was amazing. She addressed all my concerns and eased my anxiety. I'm a first time mom and she made our first doctor visit a positive one.
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April 29, 2023
Such a great visit always. I love my kids team
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April 29, 2023
Dr. Shaw. Her nurse team, and nurse - the one who takes my newborns blood- not sure her name. So sorry. They are always in such good spirits when I go, no matter the time of day. It's awesome to see them despite the circumstances sometimes.
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April 22, 2023
Julia. She worked us in the same day and was very nice.
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April 21, 2023
Love everyone in this office! Thank you all
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April 06, 2023
Dr. Shaw is very kind and caring. She always listens to me and listens to my son. I appreciate her!
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April 05, 2023
Dr Shaw is amazing, she is great with both of my kids and always listens to my concern and gives helpful recommendations.
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March 23, 2023
All very well
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March 23, 2023
All staff
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March 09, 2023
Dr Shaw listened to my concerns and recommended a referral to a specialist.
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March 08, 2023
Good experiences all the time !!
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March 08, 2023
Dr. Shaw and nursing staff followed up with me concerning my daughter and I was able to get a appt for a follow up .
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February 16, 2023
Dr.Shaw was great. We look forward to her being our new doctor since we just moved here from out of state. The sweet lady who's name I don't remember drew labs on my 6 year old who has never had blood drawn before and she was so great with her and explaining things to her and making her feel comfortable. She's very good at what she does. We saw a few different nurses and they were all great as well.
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February 07, 2023
It's always a pleasure to see Dr Shaw and the technician who administered (patient's) vaccines did a great job.
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February 07, 2023
Dr Daphne Shaw is exceptional. We are so grateful we found her. We always appreciate the care and attention she gives us and we highly recommend her to others.
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January 24, 2023
No bad experiences ever. Dr Shaw and her staff are great with my little one and even when I'm concerned about something they always put me at ease. I'm sad to move and leave my daughters doctor she will be missed by our little family
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January 24, 2023
The nurse that always attends us I always forget her name but she is awesome! Very professional and sweet to my little one.
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January 24, 2023
Dr Shaw is the best! So glad we found her! She's great with our daughter and patient with all of our questions. (1st time parents)
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January 24, 2023
No bad, all good! Dr Shaw and the team are wonderful!
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January 14, 2023
Dr. Daphne Shaw
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January 14, 2023
She was very caring, diligent and listened carefully. I felt that my child was safe and would get better in her care.
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January 12, 2023
Dr Shaw is amazing!! She listens and explains everything thoroughly!
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January 03, 2023
Dr. Shaw was amazing in caring for my boys. She was kind and tender.
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January 03, 2023
Dr. Shaw was so sweet and tender with my boys as she examined them.
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December 09, 2022
Front desk nurse and doc were great
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December 09, 2022
Able to be seen quickly for sick visit which lessened stress overall
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December 07, 2022
My daughter received the best care she needed. Thanks to doctor Shaw
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December 07, 2022
The nurses who checked us in was great
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December 05, 2022
Great care from Dr.Shaw and her team. New patient for her, but she was thorough and eased our minds about the patients wellbeing. She congratulated us on what we had been doing and of course let us know to call back if we had any other concern. Felt heard, understood, and well taken care of.
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December 05, 2022
Dr Shaw warned me that the antibiotic prescribed could be on shortage, and told me to call the office if I was unable to get it so she could prescribe something else. Told me to call the pharmacy ahead of picking it up to ensure they had it, which was very helpful
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December 02, 2022
Dr.Shaw was very sweet and gave us her book with an inscription.
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October 28, 2022
The nurses are always very friendly
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October 28, 2022
Staff is very pleasant.
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October 21, 2022
Dr. Shaw and her nurse are just excellent. This was my daughter's first visit to a new doctor and she was very anxious. She liked Dr. Shaw so much, she was hoping Dr. Shaw would give her her vaccinations. I explain that was the nurse's job and she understood because her mother is an RN. I'm positive we've chosen the right doctor!!
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October 17, 2022
Dr. Shaw and her nurse are just exceptional. They are caring, fun, professional, and very informative. I never mind the wait to see her, because she is so worth it. Both of my girls also had to have blood drawn and the phlebotomist was truly amazing.
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October 12, 2022
Dr. Shaw and her nurse were amazing! We are a patient of Dr Hamilton who is on maternity leave and Dr. Shaw knew my sons medical history and made the appointment seamless.
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October 09, 2022
We love Dr. Shaw
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October 08, 2022
Dr Shaw was fantastic. She is highly knowledgeable and incredibly personable. She helped address some of our concerns as new parents and we left feeling better informed and more confident
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October 08, 2022
The lab tech was great! I don't remember her name. Dr. Shaw is always great!
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October 01, 2022
Saw us in a timely manner and helped get needed Rx
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October 01, 2022
Dr. Shaw
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September 23, 2022
Dr. Shaw is always SO attentive and amazing! She listens to all my concerns and takes into considerations ANYTHING that I tell her. She is the expert, but she also recognizes that I know my child and validate my concerns. She's NEVER made me feel like I don't know what I'm talking about nor makes me feel like I'm overreacting. She explains things very well when I have questions and makes me feel heard
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September 23, 2022
We recommend Cooks and Dr. Shaw to our friends and neighbors whenever we can. Love the practice and everyone that works here.
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September 23, 2022
Patrice is excellent with (patient's) vaccines every time we see her!
Education
- Medical School:
- Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network
Recognitions
- Mom Approved Doc
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