Meet Dr. Laura Pena
Hi! I'm Dr. Laura Pena, and here's a little bit about my background! I grew up in Plano, Texas and completed my undergraduate education at Southern Methodist University. I graduated with degrees in biology, chemistry, and mathematics and went on to medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. With a lifelong passion for caring for children, I immediately knew I wanted to be a pediatrician. I stayed in Houston to do my residency training at Texas Children's Hospital. I have since practiced as a pediatrician in Charlottesville, Virginia and Portland, Oregon but I'm so excited to be back home in Texas.
When I'm not playing with children at work, I can be found playing with my own two boys at home. I love being a mom and I feel that it has made me a better pediatrician because I'm able to share first-hand experience and knowledge to better empathize with parents.
As a pediatrician, I believe in a family-centered, team approach to medicine that is tailored to the individual needs of each patient. I strive to create an enjoyable experience for my patients and an environment in which parents feel at ease, heard, and comforted.
Services
- Acute illnesses
- ADHD management
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- 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
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.8
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.9
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.8
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Trust/confidence in physicians |
4.8
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What our families say
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June 16, 2024
Shannon was very kind and listened to us, and Dr Pena made my first time mom worries fade away
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June 02, 2024
Dr Pena is awesome. Also the staffs and Nurses are great. Dr Pena takes time to listen to what questions we ask and addresses to it accordingly. I have already recommended a friend to Dr Pena which shows the level of my satisfaction
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May 31, 2024
I love the care that is provided for my child. I recommend this office to all my friends who are pregnant. I love that my son is in good hands.
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May 31, 2024
Dr. Pena and staff are great!
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May 16, 2024
Dr. Pena is PHENOMENAL! She's the best pediatrician we've ever had especially through my son's medical emergency. She went above and beyond for my child and my family even when it was after office hours. Her staff were efficient and on top of everything she ordered for my son. They genuinely care unlike the many offices/providers we had in the past.
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March 06, 2024
Dr Pena is great with daughter very calming presence. Front desk staff always pleasant
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March 04, 2024
Always a great experience at this office! Staff is very friendly, we never wait long, always have our questions answered thoroughly. I know my child is very well taken care of here. Dr. Pena is an amazing doctor, responds quickly in the portal and makes me feel at ease during appointments.
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February 28, 2024
Front desk was great
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February 22, 2024
Dr pena is always absolutely amazing
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February 16, 2024
Our experiences over several visits have been remarkable. The Doctors, nurses, and staff at the Trophy Club location are attentive, caring, and professional. My son who Is 5 years old always enjoys his visits every time he's been there.
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February 13, 2024
Dr. Pena is very kind. As a first time Mom, she answers all my questions and I feel like she genuinely cares for my baby. This is important to me, and I appreciate it.
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February 11, 2024
Dr. Pena thank you for your thoughtful service and the time you took to listen!
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February 08, 2024
This was our first visit to Cooks Children's after moving here from out of state and trying to establish a Pediatrician. Dr. Pena was incredibly attentive and made my daughter very comfortable. She even commented about how much she liked her after we left the office. Thank you!
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February 06, 2024
Dr. Pena and her nurse are AMAZING! My daughter had her 4 yr shots which she knew were coming and the nurse was OUTSTANDING! She was super quick that even I was impressed! I am so happy I found Dr.Pena and her amazing team. The ease of scheduling appts is also easy on the portal and updating all my information is a breeze! Thank you all for being wonderful from the front office to the back office.
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February 06, 2024
Dr. Pena and her nurse are AMAZING! My daughter had her 4 yr shots which she knew were coming and the nurse was OUTSTANDING! She was super quick that even I was impressed! I am so happy I found Dr.Pena and her amazing team. The ease of scheduling appts is also easy on the portal and updating all my information is a breeze! Thank you all for being wonderful from the front office to the back office.
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February 05, 2024
All the staff
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February 03, 2024
Dr. Pena is absolutely amazing. As a new mom I have many questions and she answers them very quickly even through the portal makes me feel at ease and never makes me feel crazy for any question I ask. I trust her so much caring for my baby!!
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February 03, 2024
Dr. Laura Pena
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January 26, 2024
Dr. Pena has been fantastic.
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January 17, 2024
Nice clean facility
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January 17, 2024
Dr. Pena is so sweet and soft spoken she is an ideal pediatrician
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January 13, 2024
Easy to make an appointment online. Checkin staff was very friendly. Minimal wait time
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January 12, 2024
The office is always clean and the front desk staff are so kind.
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January 08, 2024
Dr. Pena is amazing! Just love her!
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January 07, 2024
Thank you Latoya, Shannon, and Dr. Pena!
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December 27, 2023
Jackie at the front desk was terrific. Dr. Pena was excellent, the nurse on duty who first examined (patient) was also great I just can't remember her name.
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December 27, 2023
Everyone was awesome, made our first visit with our newborn easy and stress free.
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December 12, 2023
Dr Pena is amazing, always!! She spends so much time just talking and shows how much she truly cares about the kids she sees! She is WONDERFUL.
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December 05, 2023
This was our first time at this clinic. We will go back here for sick visits as it's close to our house. We appreciated the care we received and the attention given.
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August 22, 2023
Dr. Pena's nurse was helpful and very responsive to our concerns and was able to quickly address the issue with (patient's) high risk nature and the newborn doctor.
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August 20, 2023
Dr. Pena is very nice and listens to concerns. She makes the visit quick and easy.
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August 15, 2023
I am very poor with name but nevertheless, the entire team was fantastically amazing!
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August 15, 2023
Our visit was great and my son said he can't wait for his next visit.
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July 28, 2023
Dr Pena was thorough, welcoming and listened to our needs
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July 24, 2023
Shannon and Dr. Pena are such a wonderful team. They are both so caring and gentle with my daughter. Can't recommend them highly enough.
Education
- Medical School:
- Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
- Residency:
- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston TX
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
Affiliations
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Cook Children's Physician Network
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