Cook Children's

Cook Children's is proud to announce that five of our specialty programs earned national recognition on the 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report (@usnews) Best Children's Hospitals list. Read more here: shorturl.at/VGNDf

We’re growing to better serve our patients, families and staff with the expansion of our medical center in Fort Worth. These improvements will help us build a brighter, more magical future for everyone who walks through our doors. Learn more: cookchildrens.org/constructi…

If you’ve been near Cook Children’s Medical Center – Fort Worth’s campus for the last few months, you know that the pediatric health system is busy building. The lane closures, orange traffic cones and metal cranes stretching above the blue peaks are signs of expansion.

As summer begins to wrap up, the Texas heat persists. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for North Texas and a Heat Advisory remains active across Central Texas. But it doesn’t take a scorching hot day for a child to be in danger.

As temperatures soar to 105°F across North Texas, Cook Children's is sharing essential beat-the-heat tips to help your family safely enjoy the sunshine.

Whether visiting the emergency room or urgent care clinic, being prepared will help ensure care is timely and the child is back in action as quickly as possible. We’re here for you! Know where to go and how to navigate our services by visiting: shorturl.at/c3yRZ

We’re growing to better serve our patients, families and staff with the expansion of our medical center in Fort Worth. These improvements will help us build a brighter, more magical future for everyone who walks through our doors.

Diane Arnaout, M.D., a pediatrician at Cook Children’s Pediatrics – Forest Park, is featured on the cover of @FWTXmag’s 2026 “Top Doctors” issue!

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