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Elias Rizk, MD, is a pediatric neurosurgeon with UT Health Austin who practices at Dell Children's in Austin, Texas. He specializes in surgical care for pediatric brain, spine and nerve system conditions, including spina bifida, scoliosis and the surgical management of epilepsy. By working with your child's neurologist, Dr. Rizk takes the time to understand your child and their symptoms. Using a complete evaluation with imaging and testing, Dr. Rizk creates a personalized surgery plan for your child. He specializes in pediatric neurosurgery for children of all ages, including in utero. Dr. Rizk is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Gastrostomy, and Nerve Decompression. Dr. Rizk is board certified in ABPNS-The American Board Of Pediatric Neurological Surgery - Pediatric Neurological Surgery and The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rizk is currently accepting new patients.

Charles D. Fraser, Jr., MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon at Dell Children's in Austin, Texas. Dr. Fraser surgically repairs congenital heart defects in children and adults, and acquired heart conditions. He is trained in pediatric cardiac surgery using robotic-assisted, minimally invasive surgical techniques. Dr. Fraser collaborates with a team of doctors to provide the comprehensive care your child needs. Dr. Fraser is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transposition of the Great Arteries, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Double Aortic Arch, Heart Transplant, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Fraser is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery, The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Congenital Cardiac Surgery, and The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Fraser is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Eckford was born and raised in Starkville, MS, and moved to Oklahoma after high school. There, he worked as a paramedic for seven years while attending college and medical school. Dr. Eckford has been practicing with Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas since 2002. He has an interest in abdominal surgery with a focus in colon surgery and hernia repairs. Dr. Eckford has been married since 1994 and has two children. His hobbies include off-roading in his jeep, hiking, camping, general aviation and saltwater aquaria. Dr. Eckford uses robot-assisted technology to perform minimally invasive surgery. Patients benefit from shorter hospital stays, less pain, and a lower risk of infection due to the nature of the procedure. Learn more about robotic surgery . Dr. Eckford has been recognized as a Top Doc 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty. Dr. Eckford has been selected as a 2023 Super Doc by Texas Monthly magazine. The honor recognizes providers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Dr. Eckford is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hemorrhoids, Acute Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Eckford is board certified in General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.