Meet Dr. Rebecca Olvera
Dr. Olvera remembers visiting her newborn baby sister at the hospital after she was born. "My sister was actually born on my birthday and my father stopped at the store to buy me a gift. I imagine because everyone had forgotten it was my birthday! I picked out a Fisher-Price doctor's kit which was black in color. My dad asked if I wanted the red one and I said no. The red one was a nurse's kit, there was no difference except color. My dad just figured I would like the kit in my favorite color. I was just stubborn I guess, and wanted mine to say 'doctor.' Since that day I knew I wanted to become a physician."
As a child, Dr. Olvera loved seeing her pediatrician in the office. "I looked forward to all my visits, and even that of my siblings." Unfortunately, at age 11 she developed a chronic illness. She was diagnosed with Crohn's disease and spent way more time than she wanted in pediatric hospitals during her preteen years. "However," she notes, "it was that experience that gave me a unique perspective for caring for patients, including how children live with a chronic illness and how to be empathetic towards others."
Dr. Olvera attended Texas A & M University in College Station for her undergraduate degree in Molecular and Cell Biology. She received her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed her pediatric residency at Texas A & M Health Science Center - Scott and White Hospital.
It was during residency that she became interested in pediatric oncology and decided to pursue a fellowship in hematology/oncology. Dr. Olvera completed a Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship at UT Southwestern. She served as Chief Fellow in her final year of residency and stayed on an additional year as an assistant Instructor.
Dr. Olvera initially joined Cook Children's as a pediatric oncologist. However, having small twin boys at the time, she found it difficult to maintain that perfect work-life balance and chose to return to general pediatrics, joining Cook Children's Southwest primary care office in 2007. Today, she sees patients at Cook Children's Clearfork office.
Dr. Olvera is the proud mom of not one but two sets of twins with the oldest being the boys and the youngest girls. She loves baking, biking, reading and going to the movies as a family.
We love Dr. Olvera, she has been our pediatrician since our children were born and we can't imagine going to anyone else. She is caring, thoughtful, thorough, and always provides the best care. We love the office staff as well, very friendly and timely with the care our children receive. – Patient family
Services
- Acute illnesses
- ADHD management
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- Ear piercings
- 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 16, 2023
Dr. Olvera is always so kind and attentive when we go to see her. She takes her time and listens. She is interactive with our children and makes us feel comfortable. Maria was so kind and gentle. She had to text us for COVID. I was very happy to see that she was protecting herself by wear her gown gloves goggles and mask.
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September 16, 2023
Love this office and this staff! Will always recommend them for o others!!
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September 08, 2023
Dr. Olvera and Nurse Lana! They are ALWAYS a phenomenal. We have been coming here for years and we love it!
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September 03, 2023
Dr Olvera is the best! She is so good with our kids (and parents!)
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September 01, 2023
Dr.Olvera and her entire staff are amazing!
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August 24, 2023
The staff and PA's are great getting my child ready to see the doctor, receive immunizations, or next steps.
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August 24, 2023
Dr. Olvera has been caring for our children the last 16 years. We have nothing but the best doctors in the system!
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August 23, 2023
Dr. Olvera is great with our children she always answers our questions. The nursing staff is awesome at every visit as well.
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August 23, 2023
We love coming to cook children's and appreciate the care our family receives. Thank you for all you do!
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August 22, 2023
My daughter has always had to go to the main hospital for a blood draw and today we did not!! Phlebotomist was amazing and very skilled at her job.
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August 22, 2023
Everyone was amazing from the front desk to the lab technician. We love this doctor and all of her staff
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August 21, 2023
Lani (our LVN) was kind about my kid's fears.
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August 21, 2023
We love coming to the office! It's organized and efficient. Everyone is so nice!
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August 18, 2023
Always welcoming and attentive. Consistently provides good medical response and medical direction to our family's needs.
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August 16, 2023
Dr. Olvera is extremely kind and has a notable patience and gentleness that we really appreciate
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August 10, 2023
The staff, as always, was very kind and courteous
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August 09, 2023
Dr. Olvera always shows sensitivity to my daughter's concerns and talks to her like an adult. She remembers her issues from one visit to the next.
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August 09, 2023
Olvera and her staff are the best. Both of my kids have her and I can not be grateful enough to have her. She is the best doctor and human being I never meet before.
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August 08, 2023
Dr. Olvera and her staff are wonderful!!
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August 05, 2023
Dr. Olvera always makes us feel comfortable, known, and at home. It's like she's an old friend helping to care for our children, and we love her.
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August 02, 2023
Dr. Rebecca Olvera is always great!! The nurses are also great!! We have always had extremely positive experiences. Dr. Olvera is professional, knowledgeable, and a wonderful doctor.
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July 31, 2023
Very informative, compassionate, explained everything well.
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July 31, 2023
Dr Olvera is awesome !
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July 20, 2023
Dr. Olvera always great!
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July 17, 2023
She it great with my child
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July 01, 2023
I couldn't imagine a better healthcare provider or facility. Thank you for all you guys do.
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July 01, 2023
As always, Dr Olvera, and all of her staff are amazing. We are so glad we made the switch there to her office 11 years ago.
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July 01, 2023
As always, Dr. Olvera was amazing to both my daughters.
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June 27, 2023
Dr. Olvera was wonderful, as was the student she was instructing. We also were quite impressed with Nancy in the lab.
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June 27, 2023
Dr. Olvera is the best! She genuinely cares for the needs of our daughter! She is a great listener and gives sincere advise!
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June 24, 2023
Dr. Olvera was very personable and made my kids and me very comfortable.
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June 07, 2023
Corina, thank you very much to her for helping me with the attention in Spanish.
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June 07, 2023
Very good everything! Thank you
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May 17, 2023
Dr Rebecca Olvera has been a great doctor for our family over the years.
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May 13, 2023
We love Dr. Olvera!!
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April 21, 2023
Dr. Olvera is exceptional! We greatly appreciate her genuine care for our daughter!
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April 04, 2023
Dr Olvera she's been (patient's) Doctor for 15 years she addresses her need and She Is very good at helping. Thank you so much
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April 04, 2023
My kids have seen Doctor Olvera since they've been babies . Nurses are always aware of who my kids are and take good care of them
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March 28, 2023
Best doctor I know
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March 28, 2023
Dr Olvera
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March 23, 2023
Dr. Olvera always asks about her health, life and mental health she is patient and lets (Patient) answer great dialogue. Love it!
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March 21, 2023
Great visit and friendly staff as always!
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March 12, 2023
Everyone was nice and the visit was done in a timely manner
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March 03, 2023
Doctor Rebecca Olvera, is a wonderful doctor. She is extremely professional, knowledgeable, kind, and up to date on the latest.
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March 01, 2023
All good
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February 28, 2023
Dr. Olvera and her nurses are amazing and the reason we keep coming back.
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February 18, 2023
Dr. OLVERA, very attentive to our little needs from my daughter.
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February 18, 2023
Dr Olvera is very nice.
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February 14, 2023
Love the nursing staff and doctor!
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February 10, 2023
Dr. Olvera went above and beyond to listen to our concerns regarding our daughter. She was thorough, not rushed, and caring when talking to us. She took her time and addressed all of our concerns.
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February 10, 2023
The nurse that saw Parker. I don't know her name. She is tall with longish blonde/brown hair. She see's us often and she is absolutely the best.
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February 04, 2023
Dr. Olvera is wonderful!
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February 03, 2023
Dr. Olvera is great with our daughter. She's been our pediatrician since birth. She takes interest in us as a family personally & medically. Her care & attention to detail is greatly appreciated
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January 27, 2023
Thank you for the front desk staff and nurses for always being so kind and friendly!
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January 27, 2023
Dr. Olvera is always very delightful!
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January 25, 2023
Love Dr Olvera ! I love how she cares for my children
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January 25, 2023
Missing Ms Gina from the front desk, but the ladies are profesional enough
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January 20, 2023
Love Dr. Olvera and her nurse!!
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January 20, 2023
Dr. Rebeca Olvera.
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January 20, 2023
Very friendly and professional person in her work, my daughter feels very confident and secure in her.
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January 18, 2023
Doctor Olvera always amazing
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January 16, 2023
First time we have ever had to wait. It was explained to us, after the fact, that they were down one nurse today because it was a holiday, so that caused the back up.
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January 07, 2023
The staff upon checking in, Dr Olvera's nurse, and Dr Olvera we all above expectations!
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January 07, 2023
I was completely overwhelmed by the care and understanding everyone showed myself and especially my granddaughter!
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January 06, 2023
We love Cook Children's Clearfork office
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January 04, 2023
Dr. Olvera and team are always the best. We are so grateful for their care for the last 14 years!!
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December 23, 2022
Had a great first experience from the ease of scheduling and appointment last minute to check in and out
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December 21, 2022
Had a very pleasant experience.
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December 21, 2022
Dr. Rebecca Olvera was very patient, attentive and very supportive. Most importantly she was not rushing in addressing our concerns.
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December 19, 2022
We love Dr. Olvera and are so grateful for the care that she has provided. Lana, LVN, was great too!
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December 14, 2022
Dr. Olvera is always amazing!
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December 13, 2022
Office was very much in the Christmas spirit, which is great for both internal and external customers. Always is clean. I always get answers promptly whether I call or use my chart.
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November 30, 2022
LVN always smiles and very approachable.
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November 24, 2022
My child has been seeing Dr. Rebecca Olvera since she was born. Dr Olvera is patient, kind and has always been timely with ensuring that my little one receives the proper care and medication . She takes the time to answer all questions . She Is truly outstanding and we truly love her.
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November 16, 2022
Dr.Olivera I appreciate her professionalism and communication with both (patient) and myself. She addresses (patient's) questions and listens to her symptoms. She is on the spectrum and I sincerely appreciate her taking time with her. As we leave she feels confident and understands she must take her medication
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November 16, 2022
Never any bad experiences. Have trusted them with both of my children for almost 10 years.
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November 13, 2022
Dr. Olvera and her nurses are amazing.
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October 23, 2022
Dr. Olvera and her staff is great!,
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October 21, 2022
Dr. Rebecca Olvera is consistent in providing excellent care as well as making sure as parents, we are heard. A nurse named Maria also went above and beyond explaining the immunizations and what to expect. Both practitioners were very knowledgeable and were warm towards me and my family.
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October 20, 2022
Dr Olvera is incredible. She is an asset to Cook Children's and deserves recognition such as peak performer
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October 18, 2022
We got scheduled right away. My daughter was treated well. Very good staff and especially Dr.Olvera
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October 11, 2022
The visit was very quick and efficient. Dr. Olvera and her team were great!!! The total visit was about 35 minutes at most!!!
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October 11, 2022
Great experience
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September 26, 2022
Dr. Olvera as always is the best.
Education
- Medical School:
- University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
- Residency:
- Texas A&M Health Science Center-Scott and White Hospital
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
Affiliations
- American Academy of Pediatrics,Cook Children's Physician Network
Recognitions
- Mom Approved Doc
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