Meet Dr. Emily Verst

Emily Verst, MD, IBCLC, firmly believes that working with children is the best possible job you can have. Dr. Verst says, "There are very few other careers where you can regularly find giggles and knock-knock jokes at work, and the imaginations of children make every day joyful!"

A Fort Worth native, she spent her childhood seeing the same doctor that her father went to as a child, and got to see firsthand the life-long relationships that families build with their pediatrician. After graduating from Paschal High School, Dr. Verst went on to complete her undergraduate degree at the University of Texas at Austin (hook 'em), and her medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. She returned to Austin for residency at the University of Texas Dell Medical School, during which time she was recognized with a teaching award for cultivating a positive learning environment for medical students. During her residency training, she also became certified as a lactation consultant to better support parents through the highs and lows of breastfeeding.

In addition to bonding with her patients, Dr. Verst is passionate about creating lasting relationships with their families as well. She says, "Families come in all shapes and sizes, and it is important to me that parents and caregivers feel welcomed and supported in my office. Nothing makes me happier than connecting with people and helping to ease their concerns." Understanding your health is important, and she works hard to communicate effectively with children (and their grown-ups) so that they can be active participants in their own care.

When she is not working with her fabulous patients, Dr. Verst enjoys spending time with her family, reading (a lot), trying her hand at DIY projects, and attempting to teach her dogs not to jump on strangers when they are excited.

Services

  • Ear piercings
  • Flu shots
  • Hearing screens
  • Lactation support
  • Newborn circumcision
  • Vaccines and immunizations
  • Vision screens

Reviews

Average rating:

5.0
Questions were addressed
5
5 (94)
Provider explained things clearly
5
5 (94)
Likelihood of recommending this provider
5
5 (94)
Trust/confidence in physicians
5
5 (94)

What our families say

  • November 26, 2025

    Dr Verst and her nurse. Both AMAZING!!

  • November 26, 2025

    Everything was wonderful. From check in to check out.

  • November 19, 2025

    Dr. Verst is amazing!

  • November 11, 2025

    Dr. Dewar-Verst is the absolute best pediatrician we've ever seen. I trust her wholeheartedly to provide medical care for my child. She is patient, kind, understanding, easy to work with, and she truly listens. She is so knowledgeable and explains things thoroughly to make my child feel at ease. I have recommended her now to several friends for their children who all love her as well!

  • October 24, 2025

    Our entire experience was efficient. I felt at ease with the confidence of the staff.

  • October 24, 2025

    Dr. Verst's nurse was very helpful and responsive on MyChart. I also appreciated how both the MA and Dr. Verst talked to my child more than me. I want my kids to feel comfortable talking for themselves and they made the conversation flow easily and my child felt empowered and comfortable with the medical decisions.

  • October 06, 2025

    We love the care we receive from Dr. Verst and her primary nurse.

  • September 30, 2025

    Dr. Verst and her MA [...] are amazing!

  • September 28, 2025

    Every experience we've had since coming to this specific clinic has been nothing short of amazing. Every time we leave.we feel heard!

  • September 28, 2025

    Dr. Verst and the young lady that checked us in. Dr. Verst because she takes time, listen to our concerns, and addresses every single one of them. You don't get that at a medical facility, let alone a pediatrics facility. The lady at the front desk. Unfortunately, I don't remember her name but she we get her every time and she is always very patient, pleasant, professional, and knowledgeable.

  • September 28, 2025

    Dr Verst is always amazing with my kids, talking to them at the level they understand. She's been our favorite pediatrician

  • September 21, 2025

    Dr Verst is an amazing pediatrician and both of our kids love her!

  • September 20, 2025

    Dr verst, and the nurse were beyond patient with my autistic son.

  • September 20, 2025

    I wouldn't take [...] anywhere else. Appointments are usually hard for him but the last was behavior I'd never witnessed from him. It was handled with compassion and safety as a top priority. I'm so grateful. There aren't words.

  • September 14, 2025

    [...] and Dr. Verst are the best! Knowledgeable, kind, empathetic, etc.

  • August 31, 2025

    Dr. Verst is the best!

  • August 31, 2025

    I always feel heard and understood by Dr. Verst

  • August 14, 2025

    They were amazing! The whole clinic is amazing. We feel out concerns about shaurya has been heard

  • August 01, 2025

    Dr. Verst is the BEST

  • August 01, 2025

    Always prompt and easy to discuss issues/concerns with

  • July 26, 2025

    Dr. Verst is such a blessing. She listens to my fears and responds with solid science and even more compassion. I'm so thankful for her.

  • July 23, 2025

    Every experience is a great one!

  • July 23, 2025

    Dr. Verst, she is the best doctor I've had for my kids. She's very attentive and knowledgeable!

  • July 21, 2025

    Everything was amazing!

  • July 21, 2025

    Dr. Emily Verst was amazing. My daughter connected with her right away. I love that as a parent.

  • July 19, 2025

    We love Dr. Verst and her staff!

  • July 19, 2025

    We love Dr Verst's bedside manner and approach with our children.

  • July 19, 2025

    Dr. Verst and [...] were great!

  • July 19, 2025

    Both were very attentive to my child and I felt very comfortable with them both

  • July 17, 2025

    Dr. Verst is the BEST! The time she takes with me and my child. The care she shows to every concern. The attention she pays to each child. Her bedside manner is unmatched! I have 3 children. We have had several doctors. Dr. Verst is the BEST!

  • July 03, 2025

    The best experience

  • July 03, 2025

    Dr. Verst was so kind and took the time to get to know my boys and myself. She listened to my concerns and validated my feelings.

  • July 03, 2025

    Both Dr. Verst and her LVN. Going into this appointment we were a little anxious as our boys have since Dr. [...] since they were newborns. We were so sad that he retired. Dr. Verst was absolutely wonderful. She took the time to get to know my boys and myself. She listened to my concerns and validated my feelings. We had a wonderful experience.

  • June 11, 2025

    Everyone was very wonderful in our first visit we felt welcomed!

  • June 11, 2025

    No bad it all was wonderful, very nice and clean and nurses and doctor were very informative.

  • June 06, 2025

    Not sure about her name, but the medical assistant assisting Dr. Verst was so friendly and patient with my clingy baby. Very appreciated!

  • May 25, 2025

    Dr. Verst- love how she listens to my teenage daughter. My daughter feels so comfortable asking questions and Dr. Verst always includes both child and parent in the explanation.

  • May 13, 2025

    We've only met Dr. Verst this one time but she seems great!

  • May 09, 2025

    We love Dr. Verst! I love taking a teenage girl to Dr. Verst. She is so on their level and talks to them like they're her friend. She's great with teenagers.

  • May 04, 2025

    The whole staff is amazing

  • May 02, 2025

    Dr Verst is amazing, compassionate, helpful and always very honest!

  • April 28, 2025

    The nurse of the day and Dr. Verst. My daughter is already nervous from just hearing the word appointment, but they were great with making her feel comfortable and cared for.

  • April 28, 2025

    Great experience. I especially love how they always remind her that no one checks private parts without a parent being present, and they ask me (mom) but also ask my daughter for permission to check her.

  • April 28, 2025

    We were handled by two nurses and they were both wonderful with my wild little boy!

  • April 28, 2025

    I wish I knew the lady that greeted us. She called him by name and is always the sweetest.

  • April 18, 2025

    The doctor was very patient and answered all of my questions

  • April 14, 2025

    Love Dr. Verst! Great bedside manner and interacts well with toddlers and infants.

  • March 14, 2025

    Dr. Verst is so good with babies and toddlers! She is very informative and able to ease concerns with reasonable explanations.

  • March 01, 2025

    Our overall experience from entering the building to leaving was very positive and the staff members were extremely friendly and helpful.

  • March 01, 2025

    Our LVN was very attentive and courteous. She made us feel at home. Also Dr. Verst is an awesome doctor and we cannot thank her enough for her attentiveness to our daughter and her health.

  • February 25, 2025

    Dr Emily Verst is a gem. A throughout professional and down to earth person. Also the nurse staff, the aged one I dont remember her name but she is amazing

  • February 11, 2025

    Everything was wonderful

  • February 11, 2025

    Dr. Verst is the best

  • February 08, 2025

    It was our first time meeting Dr Verst and she was amazing! Would definitely recommend her to others.

  • February 08, 2025

    We had a great experience. She explained what my son was experiencing and things to watch out for. Definitely made me feel comfortable treating him at home.

  • February 08, 2025

    Dr Emily Verst and her staff were phenomenal!

  • February 08, 2025

    Had a wonderful visit! The kindness of Dr Verst and her staff has completely reversed my 4 year old's fear of the doctor. My daughter says that Dr Emily is her friend and enjoys the visits even despite the fact that she got shots this last time. They were wonderful to help alleviate any anxieties my daughter had. Couldn't ask for anything more as a parent!

  • February 07, 2025

    Dr Verst was wonderful! So attentive and kind to [...] and my mom who took him to the appointment. Very helpful and efficient in getting him the care he needed and making it a pleasant experience

  • January 28, 2025

    This was the first time we have seen this physician. My son absolutely loves her!

  • January 18, 2025

    Great success!

  • January 18, 2025

    Everyone I interacted with was very helpful.

  • January 16, 2025

    No bad. All good.

  • January 16, 2025

    We love Dr. Verst and her nurse (sorry I can't remember your name!) Always friendly. Always a fun visit for my daughter.

  • January 15, 2025

    Our time at the Drs appointment is always good, we always leave calm and reassured whenever we leave after a consultation and all of our doubts are answered.

  • January 15, 2025

    All of the front office staff and specially Dr. Verst and her team. They are amazing not only with our daughter but with their job, and patience, understanding and help all the time.

  • January 15, 2025

    Dr Verst was very professional and very friendly encouraging us about what's best for our baby.

  • December 18, 2024

    Dr. Verst and her nurse are always great. We moved to Joshua but we will continue to go to Dr. Verst because she is so great.

  • December 15, 2024

    Dr. Verst goes above and beyond with her care for her patients. She never makes you feel rushed and answers all the questions I have. Being a mom can be very overwhelming but Dr. Verst is always reassuring!

  • December 07, 2024

    Great experience

  • December 05, 2024

    We love coming to our peds appointment because of Dr. Verst! As first time parents she listens to every question, doesnt judge and gives us peace of mind every time. Every visit is refreshing!

Education

  • Medical school:
  • McGovern Medical School at UT Health – Houston, TX
  • Residency:
  • Dell Medical School Pediatric Residency Program – Austin, TX
  • Board certifications:
  • American Board of Pediatrics

Affiliations

  • American Academy of Pediatrics
  • American Medical Association
  • Cook Children's Physician Network
  • Tarrant County Medical Society
  • Texas Medical Association
  • Texas Pediatric Society

Recognitions

  • International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, 2022

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