Dr. Bruce Eckel, MD
Physician
Pediatrics
Specialty
Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
Provide FeedbackAbout 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.
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
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
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 ...
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 ...
Should I consider tonsillectomy for recurrent strep throat infections?
Tonsillectomy, the surgical removal of the tonsils, is a treatment option for recurrent strep throat infections. However, it should only be considered after other treatments have failed and the freque...
Tonsillectomy, the surgical removal of the tonsils, is a treatment option for recurrent strep throat infections. However, it should only be considered after other treatments have failed and the freque...
What is the best non-prescription treatments for head lice?
Over-the-counter (OTC) treatments for head lice include shampoos and lotions that contain medications such as pyrethrins or permethrin. These medications work by paralyzing the lice and killing them.S...
Over-the-counter (OTC) treatments for head lice include shampoos and lotions that contain medications such as pyrethrins or permethrin. These medications work by paralyzing the lice and killing them.S...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
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.
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.