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

Are inhaled corticosteroids safe to use for my asthma?
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I have asthma. Should I have an asthma action plan?
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What can I do for my child's frequent headaches?
Frequent headaches in children can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, anxiety, poor sleep, and certain foods or drinks. Here are a few things you can do to help alleviate your child&...
When should I introduce peanuts to my baby?
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends introducing peanut-containing foods to infants at high risk of developing peanut allergy, between 4 and 6 months of age, after the introduction of o...
Why are so many children taking ADHD medications?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5-10% of children and adolescents. The symptoms of ADHD include difficulty paying attention, impulsi...

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.