Dr. Bruce Eckel, MD


Physician
Pediatrics

Specialty

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

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Cook Children's
2530 Scripture St.
Denton, Texas 76201
For an appointment, call (940) 898-1477
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About Dr. Bruce Eckel, MD

Dr. Bruce Eckel, MD is a board-certified physician providing pediatric care to patients in Denton, Texas at Cook Children's.  

Dr. Eckel currently serves on the board for Serve Denton which is working to build collaboration and cooperation between multiple nonprofit agencies in Denton.

Dr. Eckel holds the positions of Adjunct Clinical Instructor at the University of Texas College of Nursing and Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the new TCU/UNTHC College of Medicine.

 

Patient Education Resources

Can ADHD be managed without medication?
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Can video game usage lead to ADHD?
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How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Is there a treatment for food allergy?
The treatment for food allergies is to strictly avoid the allergenic food, and in case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephrine (injectable) in the ...
What is the treatment for severe atopic dermatitis?
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...

Education & Training

Dr. Bruce Eckel completed his undergraduate and medical school training at the University of Iowa.

Dr. Eckel then attended a three-year residency in pediatrics at Oklahoma Children's Memorial Hospital and is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.