Why choose Cook Children’s for surgical care?
Cook Children’s pediatric surgeons combine advanced surgical training with a deep understanding of the unique needs of children and their families. This specialized expertise ensures exceptional care and support before, during and after every procedure.
What you can expect
The surgical team understands that any procedure can feel overwhelming. We carefully explain the benefits and risks of each option, answer every question, and ensure families feel informed and confident in the decisions they make for their child. At Cook Children’s, you can expect:
- Experienced surgeons - When it comes to pediatric surgery, experience counts. Our experts have performed nearly 20,000 procedures over the past four years, which is almost 5,000 every year. This significant experience and focus on quality mean you can trust our surgeons to deliver excellent results.
- Focused collaboration - Our surgeons work with other Cook Children’s specialists to provide treatment tailored to your child’s needs. We deliver care for a wide range of conditions and injuries, including congenital malformations, head and neck masses, abdominal and gastrointestinal conditions, hernias, obesity, thoracic anomalies, genitourinary issues and tumors (cancerous and noncancerous).
- Committed to quality - We've been active members of the Pediatric National Surgical Quality Improvement Program since 2013. Administered by the American College of Surgeons, this program monitors and advances quality and safety standards in children's surgery.
- Constant innovation - Our commitment to research provides us with access to the latest advancements in surgical tools and techniques. This access ensures that your child receives leading-edge treatment designed to reduce pain and recovery time.
- Compassionate care - We offer a range of services and resources to make your child's stay easier. Our child life specialists, occupational and speech therapists, pain management, dietitians and social workers are prepared to meet your family's needs before, during and after surgery.
- Connection with your family - We value our relationship with you. You won't have to wait days to talk to a nurse or get answers to your questions. If you'd like to speak to our staff, please call 682-885-7080. We see patients at several convenient outlying clinics and offer options for virtual visits.
What our families say
I could not have asked for a better doctor for our little girl. As worried parents, he addressed all of our concerns…his bedside manner was amazing!
Very friendly and attentive staff to my son who is autistic. They patiently answered all of his questions.
It was an overall great experience. We didn’t have to wait, and felt comfortable with all the staff. We wish all of his doctor’s appointments were like this one.
All of the staff were informative, knowledgeable and personable. I appreciated everyone’s kindness and how fast and thorough the appointment was. Loved the ease of the entire experience!
Very efficient, clean, quick and thorough. The doctors and nurses were so nice and addressed all of my questions and concerns.
That was the best doctor’s visit we have ever had. I so appreciate not having to wait 30+ minutes with a 3-year-old.
Frequently asked questions
Have questions? We're always happy to answer them. To get a head start, here are the top questions new patient families want to, and the answers you need.
Some specialty clinics require a referral for insurance purposes or to ensure you're seeing the most appropriate specialist. Many health insurance plans require a referral. Please confirm this before you book your appointment to avoid delayed medical care for your child and unexpected out-of-pocket expenses.
*Always confirm that the clinic is in-network with your specific insurance plan to avoid unexpected out-of-pocket costs. You can often check their website or call their billing department.
Cook Children's has contracts with most health care insurance companies, and we are committed to growing this list. We want to be sure that every family and child in our community has the coverage they need to get and stay healthy. You can see a list of our current Cook Children's contracted insurance plans here. Cook Children's also offers a health plan that may help you access the care you need. Learn more about Cook Children's Health Plan here.
*Always confirm that the clinic is in-network with your specific insurance plan to avoid unexpected out-of-pocket costs. You can often check their website or call their billing department.
Most clinics accept cash, major credit cards, and often offer online payment portals. Be prepared to pay your co-pay (if applicable) at check-in.
Please bring a valid photo ID, insurance card(s), a list of all current medications your child is taking (including over-the-counter drugs, supplements, and vitamins) with dosages, and any relevant medical records from your child’s referring doctor or previous clinics (referral letters, test results, imaging reports, etc.).
We understand that unexpected situations can arise. Please call as soon as possible if you must cancel or reschedule your appointment or if you are going to be late. *Note: Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. This will give you time for parking and allow us time to check you in and stay on schedule. If you’re running late, please contact our office as late arrivals can result in a delay of your scheduled time and may require rescheduling.
We do! Our MyCookChildren's Patient Portal is a secure patient portal and app containing many features that will help you manage your child's health, including test results, messaging, appointment information and a health summary. Of course, one of the best things about MyCookChildren's is convenience — you can access it anywhere and anytime!
Moments of magic
At Cook Children's, we celebrate small steps forward and major milestones every day. Discover the latest highlights from pediatric surgery.
