Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Sundeep Mandava, MD, is a board-certified child neurologist with additional fellowship training in epilepsy. He diagnoses and treats patients at THINK Neurology for Kids, which has branches in The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and Austin, Texas.
Dr. Mandava was born in Dallas and grew up in the greater Houston area. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in bioengineering from Rice University in 2012. After graduating, he completed medical school training at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas.
Dr. Mandava completed his five-year child neurology residency at Saint Louis University in 2021, followed by a one-year epilepsy fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in 2022. During this time, he participated in research in genetic testing in epilepsy.
Outside of work, Dr. Mandava and his wife enjoy traveling, exploring the outdoors, and attempting to discover all the great food that Houston has to offer.
Dr. Mandava looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to THINK Neurology for Kids.
“Dr. Mandava spent about 1 hour with my family, addressing our questions and concerns. This is practically unheard of, as most doctors rush in and out of the room. He is a good listener, knowledgeable, and gave effective guidance. Highly recommend.”
Dr. Sundeep Mandava, MD
Psychiatrist
920 Medical Plaza Drive
Suite 120
The Woodlands, TX 77380
4.91(242)
4.93
(278)
Ms. Jennifer Martin, CPNP-PC
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner 27.2 mi
4.93(278)
920 Medical Plaza Drive
Suite 120
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Jennifer E. Martin, CPNP-PC, is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner who provides outstanding services to patients of THINK Neurology for Kids at our Gulf Coast location in Lake Jackson.
Jennifer obtained a Bachelor of Arts from Texas A&M University at College Station in 2005 with a major in English. Following her passion for healthcare, she pursued an undergraduate nursing degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center where she graduated in 2008.
Her commitment to pediatric care led her back to the same university for nurse practitioner school, where she graduated in 2011 with a Master’s Degree in Nursing.
Jennifer has received advanced training in pediatric neurology, including concussion, headache, epilepsy, autism, and developmental disorders.
Prior to joining THINK Neurology, she gained valuable experience in critical care at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital in The Woodlands, where she met Dr. Varghese and Dr. Marchesano.
Her clinical background also includes roles in the pediatric primary care and pediatric urgent care settings.
Outside the clinic, you’ll find Jennifer spending time with her husband and their children, reading good books, baking chocolate chip cookies, and running with her weimaraner puppy, Pepper.
“She was excellent, very knowledgeable, warming, caring, very good to communicate with and are ready to answer any questions you may have. I would highly recommend her.”
Ms. Jennifer Martin, CPNP-PC
Nurse Practitioner
920 Medical Plaza Drive
Suite 120
The Woodlands, TX 77380
4.93(278)
Dr. Jamshid Lotfi, MD
Neurologist 5.2 mi
4151 Southwest Freeway
Suite 410
Houston, TX 77027
Joshua Rotenberg, MD, is a board-certified pediatric neurologist with unique triple subspecialty certification in epilepsy, brain injury and sleep medicine. He provides high-quality, individualized care for infants, children, and adolescents at Houston Specialty Clinic locations in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Rotenberg earned his undergraduate, graduate, and medical degrees at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Rotenberg received the USAF Health Professions Scholarship and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the USAF in 1991. He stayed at Brown to complete dual degrees: Doctor of Medicine and Master of Medical Science - Community Health. Then, Dr. Rotenberg finished an internship in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital an affiliate of New York University. Called to active duty, he served in the United States Air Force for 10 years. Assigned to a aerospace research he served an operational assignment before returning to training. Dr. Rotenberg completed a full 3 year general pediatrics residency at Wright Patterson AFB and Dayton Children’s Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.
Serving in the military, Dr Rotenberg was trained to offer advanced diagnostics and treatment typically reserved for advanced fellows. Dr Rotenberg completed a fellowship in child and adolescent neurology at the Uniformed University of the Health Sciences, Walter Reed AMC, Bethesda National Naval Medical Center, and the NIH. Dr Rotenberg completed pediatric rotations at Children's National Medical Center, Johns Hopkins and Kennedy Krieger Institute.
Applying his advanced training in vagal nerve stimulation, ketogenic diet, video eeg, sleep and in chemodenervation, Dr Rotenberg served as the Chief of Pediatric neurology at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center. Dr. Rotenberg helped to initiate the regional brain cooling program for babies suffering low oxygen at birth.
Triple board-certified, Dr. Rotenberg provides comprehensive neurologic diagnostics and therapeutics. He is an active advocate for children and families with neurologic illness. Understanding the shortage of epileptologists and the difficulties of travel, Dr Rotenberg has pioneered telemedicine services.
Dr. Rotenberg opened Academy Diagnostics Sleep & EEG Center with his San Antonio partner in 2007. Academy Diagnostics holds the gold-standard of quality with accreditation by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Dr Rotenberg holds a volunteer appointment assistant clinical professor of pediatric neurology at the University of Texas at Houston. Dr. Rotenberg is married with four children and enjoys photography, dogs, scouting, travel, and gardening.
Joshua Rotenberg, MD, is a board-certified pediatric neurologist with unique triple subspecialty certification in epilepsy, brain injury and sleep medicine. He provides high-quality, individualized care for infants, children, and adolescents at Houston Specialty Clinic locations in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Rotenberg earned his undergraduate, graduate, and medical degrees at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Rotenberg received the USAF Health Professions Scholarship and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the USAF in 1991. He stayed at Brown to complete dual degrees: Doctor of Medicine and Master of Medical Science - Community Health. Then, Dr. Rotenberg finished an internship in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital an affiliate of New York University. Called to active duty, he served in the United States Air Force for 10 years. Assigned to a aerospace research he served an operational assignment before returning to training. Dr. Rotenberg completed a full 3 year general pediatrics residency at Wright Patterson AFB and Dayton Children’s Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.
Serving in the military, Dr Rotenberg was trained to offer advanced diagnostics and treatment typically reserved for advanced fellows. Dr Rotenberg completed a fellowship in child and adolescent neurology at the Uniformed University of the Health Sciences, Walter Reed AMC, Bethesda National Naval Medical Center, and the NIH. Dr Rotenberg completed pediatric rotations at Children's National Medical Center, Johns Hopkins and Kennedy Krieger Institute.
Applying his advanced training in vagal nerve stimulation, ketogenic diet, video eeg, sleep and in chemodenervation, Dr Rotenberg served as the Chief of Pediatric neurology at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center. Dr. Rotenberg helped to initiate the regional brain cooling program for babies suffering low oxygen at birth.
Triple board-certified, Dr. Rotenberg provides comprehensive neurologic diagnostics and therapeutics. He is an active advocate for children and families with neurologic illness. Understanding the shortage of epileptologists and the difficulties of travel, Dr Rotenberg has pioneered telemedicine services.
Dr. Rotenberg opened Academy Diagnostics Sleep & EEG Center with his San Antonio partner in 2007. Academy Diagnostics holds the gold-standard of quality with accreditation by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Dr Rotenberg holds a volunteer appointment assistant clinical professor of pediatric neurology at the University of Texas at Houston. Dr. Rotenberg is married with four children and enjoys photography, dogs, scouting, travel, and gardening.
Joshua Rotenberg, MD, is a board-certified pediatric neurologist with unique triple subspecialty certification in epilepsy, brain injury and sleep medicine. He provides high-quality, individualized care for infants, children, and adolescents at Houston Specialty Clinic locations in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Rotenberg earned his undergraduate, graduate, and medical degrees at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Rotenberg received the USAF Health Professions Scholarship and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the USAF in 1991. He stayed at Brown to complete dual degrees: Doctor of Medicine and Master of Medical Science - Community Health. Then, Dr. Rotenberg finished an internship in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital an affiliate of New York University. Called to active duty, he served in the United States Air Force for 10 years. Assigned to a aerospace research he served an operational assignment before returning to training. Dr. Rotenberg completed a full 3 year general pediatrics residency at Wright Patterson AFB and Dayton Children’s Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.
Serving in the military, Dr Rotenberg was trained to offer advanced diagnostics and treatment typically reserved for advanced fellows. Dr Rotenberg completed a fellowship in child and adolescent neurology at the Uniformed University of the Health Sciences, Walter Reed AMC, Bethesda National Naval Medical Center, and the NIH. Dr Rotenberg completed pediatric rotations at Children's National Medical Center, Johns Hopkins and Kennedy Krieger Institute.
Applying his advanced training in vagal nerve stimulation, ketogenic diet, video eeg, sleep and in chemodenervation, Dr Rotenberg served as the Chief of Pediatric neurology at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center. Dr. Rotenberg helped to initiate the regional brain cooling program for babies suffering low oxygen at birth.
Triple board-certified, Dr. Rotenberg provides comprehensive neurologic diagnostics and therapeutics. He is an active advocate for children and families with neurologic illness. Understanding the shortage of epileptologists and the difficulties of travel, Dr Rotenberg has pioneered telemedicine services.
Dr. Rotenberg opened Academy Diagnostics Sleep & EEG Center with his San Antonio partner in 2007. Academy Diagnostics holds the gold-standard of quality with accreditation by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Dr Rotenberg holds a volunteer appointment assistant clinical professor of pediatric neurology at the University of Texas at Houston. Dr. Rotenberg is married with four children and enjoys photography, dogs, scouting, travel, and gardening.
Irfan Lalani, MD, PA, is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and board certified in pain medicine by both the American Board of Anesthesiology and the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is currently in private practice in Sugar Land, Texas.
Dr. Lalani graduated as a valedictorian from the Aga Khan University Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan. He then completed his residency in neurology at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
During this time, Dr. Lalani served as chief resident and had the distinct honor of placing first in a nationwide examination of neurologists in training. The Texas Neurological Society also conferred the prestigious Young Investigator Award for his innovative research efforts.
Dr. Lalani subsequently completed a fellowship in anesthesia and pain medicine at the University of Texas (UT) MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. After his fellowship, he joined the UT MD Anderson’s Department of Anesthesiology as an assistant professor in pain medicine. He has published numerous textbook chapters and papers in peer-reviewed journals addressing contemporary issues in pain management and neurology.
His unique background in neurology gives him an in-depth understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system. He uses these skills to perform detailed patient evaluations and formulate comprehensive diagnostic and treatment plans.
Dr. Lalani also has extensive experience in performing and teaching a variety of interventional pain treatments, including nerve blocks, botulinum toxin injections, epidural steroid injections, radiofrequency neurotomy, implantable nerve and spinal cord stimulators, as well as intrathecal pumps. Dr. Lalani is skilled in using these procedures judiciously to improve the quality of life for patients with back pain, neck pain, neuropathy, headaches, and more.
As part of his practice, Dr. Lalani works closely with other health care professionals including physical and occupational therapists, acupuncturists, spine surgeons, chiropractors, psychiatrists, and psychologists.
Dr. Lalani welcomes new patients to his practice and pledges to help them find pain relief and improvement in their quality of life. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today.
Stephanie Schwartz, MD, is a board-certified neurologist working with patients around Baytown, Texas, at Jacinto Medical Group, of which she is a founding member and current vice president. Dr. Schwartz has been practicing neurology since 1989. She is also director of University General Hospital Sleep Lab in Baytown.
A native of Germany, Dr. Schwartz graduated from the University of Munich with a doctorate in medicine in 1982. Two years later, Dr. Schwartz moved to Dallas, where she completed her neurology residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Dr. Schwartz went on to finish a sleep disorders fellowship at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
After meeting Dr. Rafael Pardo in 1992, Dr. Schwartz decided to join Jacinto Medical Group in 1996, becoming one of the practice’s earliest members. She has been treating neurology patients in Baytown ever since.
In addition to neurology, Dr. Schwartz specializes in psychiatry and is board-certified by the American Board of Sleep Medicine. She is dedicated to providing each one of her patients with the latest advances in neurology treatments and technology.
Dr. Schwartz belongs to several professional organizations, including the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and the Harris County Medical Society.
A world traveler and fluent in several languages, including English, Spanish, German, and French, Dr. Schwartz is passionate about environmental issues and modern art, and loves spending time with her three children.
Ricardo Pardo, MD, is a board-certified neurologist treating patients around the Baytown, Texas, community at Jacinto Medical Group. Dr. Pardo has been working at clinics in Baytown for more than 30 years.
Since moving to Baytown with his family in 1969, Dr. Pardo considers himself a true Texan. Shortly after receiving his bachelor’s degree from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, Dr. Pardo enrolled in the University of Texas Medical School in Houston, where he earned his doctorate in medicine in 1985.
Dr. Pardo went on to complete a neurology residency, eventually becoming chief resident, at the University of Texas. As a young medical student, he had his pick of areas to specialize in, but Dr. Pardo felt that neurology would offer more opportunities in medical advances over the next few decades. To his delight, Dr. Pardo’s gut feeling proved to be right.
He also finished a postdoctoral neuroendocrinology fellowship at the Laboratory of Neuroendocrinology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1985.
After moving home to Baytown, where his brother worked as a family practitioner, Dr. Pardo launched his own practice as a neurologist. In 1996, he and Stephanie Swartz, MD, decided to open Jacinto Medical Group, where they still remain today.
Board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, Dr. Pardo belongs to a number of medical organizations, including the American Academy of Neurology, the Harris County Medical Society, the Texas Neurological Society, the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, the Texas Medical Association, and the Texas Medical Foundation.
Dr. Pardo is married and has one son. When he isn’t at the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, practicing martial arts, and scuba diving.
Sadia Yasser, MD is a distinguished board-certified neurologist and a fellowship trained neurophysiologist. She has been dedicated to providing neurological care since 2010 to Katy and surrounding Greater Houston area.
With a comprehensive education that includes residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and a fellowship in neurophysiology from University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Dr. Yasser brings unparalleled expertise to her patients. Her impressive career includes numerous awards and leadership roles including serving as an administrative chief resident during her residency reflecting her leadership and excellence in the field.
Whether you need expert diagnosis or advanced treatment, Dr. Yasser's extensive background and dedication make her a leading choice for neurological care. To learn more, schedule an appointment at Advanced Neurology of Katy.
Stephanie Schwartz, MD, is a board-certified neurologist working with patients around Baytown, Texas, at Jacinto Medical Group, of which she is a founding member and current vice president. Dr. Schwartz has been practicing neurology since 1989. She is also director of University General Hospital Sleep Lab in Baytown.
A native of Germany, Dr. Schwartz graduated from the University of Munich with a doctorate in medicine in 1982. Two years later, Dr. Schwartz moved to Dallas, where she completed her neurology residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Dr. Schwartz went on to finish a sleep disorders fellowship at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
After meeting Dr. Rafael Pardo in 1992, Dr. Schwartz decided to join Jacinto Medical Group in 1996, becoming one of the practice’s earliest members. She has been treating neurology patients in Baytown ever since.
In addition to neurology, Dr. Schwartz specializes in psychiatry and is board-certified by the American Board of Sleep Medicine. She is dedicated to providing each one of her patients with the latest advances in neurology treatments and technology.
Dr. Schwartz belongs to several professional organizations, including the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and the Harris County Medical Society.
A world traveler and fluent in several languages, including English, Spanish, German, and French, Dr. Schwartz is passionate about environmental issues and modern art, and loves spending time with her three children.
Ricardo Pardo, MD, is a board-certified neurologist treating patients around the Baytown, Texas, community at Jacinto Medical Group. Dr. Pardo has been working at clinics in Baytown for more than 30 years.
Since moving to Baytown with his family in 1969, Dr. Pardo considers himself a true Texan. Shortly after receiving his bachelor’s degree from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, Dr. Pardo enrolled in the University of Texas Medical School in Houston, where he earned his doctorate in medicine in 1985.
Dr. Pardo went on to complete a neurology residency, eventually becoming chief resident, at the University of Texas. As a young medical student, he had his pick of areas to specialize in, but Dr. Pardo felt that neurology would offer more opportunities in medical advances over the next few decades. To his delight, Dr. Pardo’s gut feeling proved to be right.
He also finished a postdoctoral neuroendocrinology fellowship at the Laboratory of Neuroendocrinology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1985.
After moving home to Baytown, where his brother worked as a family practitioner, Dr. Pardo launched his own practice as a neurologist. In 1996, he and Stephanie Swartz, MD, decided to open Jacinto Medical Group, where they still remain today.
Board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, Dr. Pardo belongs to a number of medical organizations, including the American Academy of Neurology, the Harris County Medical Society, the Texas Neurological Society, the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, the Texas Medical Association, and the Texas Medical Foundation.
Dr. Pardo is married and has one son. When he isn’t at the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, practicing martial arts, and scuba diving.
Stephanie Schwartz, MD, is a board-certified neurologist working with patients around Baytown, Texas, at Jacinto Medical Group, of which she is a founding member and current vice president. Dr. Schwartz has been practicing neurology since 1989. She is also director of University General Hospital Sleep Lab in Baytown.
A native of Germany, Dr. Schwartz graduated from the University of Munich with a doctorate in medicine in 1982. Two years later, Dr. Schwartz moved to Dallas, where she completed her neurology residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Dr. Schwartz went on to finish a sleep disorders fellowship at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
After meeting Dr. Rafael Pardo in 1992, Dr. Schwartz decided to join Jacinto Medical Group in 1996, becoming one of the practice’s earliest members. She has been treating neurology patients in Baytown ever since.
In addition to neurology, Dr. Schwartz specializes in psychiatry and is board-certified by the American Board of Sleep Medicine. She is dedicated to providing each one of her patients with the latest advances in neurology treatments and technology.
Dr. Schwartz belongs to several professional organizations, including the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and the Harris County Medical Society.
A world traveler and fluent in several languages, including English, Spanish, German, and French, Dr. Schwartz is passionate about environmental issues and modern art, and loves spending time with her three children.
Ricardo Pardo, MD, is a board-certified neurologist treating patients around the Baytown, Texas, community at Jacinto Medical Group. Dr. Pardo has been working at clinics in Baytown for more than 30 years.
Since moving to Baytown with his family in 1969, Dr. Pardo considers himself a true Texan. Shortly after receiving his bachelor’s degree from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, Dr. Pardo enrolled in the University of Texas Medical School in Houston, where he earned his doctorate in medicine in 1985.
Dr. Pardo went on to complete a neurology residency, eventually becoming chief resident, at the University of Texas. As a young medical student, he had his pick of areas to specialize in, but Dr. Pardo felt that neurology would offer more opportunities in medical advances over the next few decades. To his delight, Dr. Pardo’s gut feeling proved to be right.
He also finished a postdoctoral neuroendocrinology fellowship at the Laboratory of Neuroendocrinology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1985.
After moving home to Baytown, where his brother worked as a family practitioner, Dr. Pardo launched his own practice as a neurologist. In 1996, he and Stephanie Swartz, MD, decided to open Jacinto Medical Group, where they still remain today.
Board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, Dr. Pardo belongs to a number of medical organizations, including the American Academy of Neurology, the Harris County Medical Society, the Texas Neurological Society, the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, the Texas Medical Association, and the Texas Medical Foundation.
Dr. Pardo is married and has one son. When he isn’t at the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, practicing martial arts, and scuba diving.
Stephanie Schwartz, MD, is a board-certified neurologist working with patients around Baytown, Texas, at Jacinto Medical Group, of which she is a founding member and current vice president. Dr. Schwartz has been practicing neurology since 1989. She is also director of University General Hospital Sleep Lab in Baytown.
A native of Germany, Dr. Schwartz graduated from the University of Munich with a doctorate in medicine in 1982. Two years later, Dr. Schwartz moved to Dallas, where she completed her neurology residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Dr. Schwartz went on to finish a sleep disorders fellowship at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
After meeting Dr. Rafael Pardo in 1992, Dr. Schwartz decided to join Jacinto Medical Group in 1996, becoming one of the practice’s earliest members. She has been treating neurology patients in Baytown ever since.
In addition to neurology, Dr. Schwartz specializes in psychiatry and is board-certified by the American Board of Sleep Medicine. She is dedicated to providing each one of her patients with the latest advances in neurology treatments and technology.
Dr. Schwartz belongs to several professional organizations, including the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and the Harris County Medical Society.
A world traveler and fluent in several languages, including English, Spanish, German, and French, Dr. Schwartz is passionate about environmental issues and modern art, and loves spending time with her three children.
Ricardo Pardo, MD, is a board-certified neurologist treating patients around the Baytown, Texas, community at Jacinto Medical Group. Dr. Pardo has been working at clinics in Baytown for more than 30 years.
Since moving to Baytown with his family in 1969, Dr. Pardo considers himself a true Texan. Shortly after receiving his bachelor’s degree from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, Dr. Pardo enrolled in the University of Texas Medical School in Houston, where he earned his doctorate in medicine in 1985.
Dr. Pardo went on to complete a neurology residency, eventually becoming chief resident, at the University of Texas. As a young medical student, he had his pick of areas to specialize in, but Dr. Pardo felt that neurology would offer more opportunities in medical advances over the next few decades. To his delight, Dr. Pardo’s gut feeling proved to be right.
He also finished a postdoctoral neuroendocrinology fellowship at the Laboratory of Neuroendocrinology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1985.
After moving home to Baytown, where his brother worked as a family practitioner, Dr. Pardo launched his own practice as a neurologist. In 1996, he and Stephanie Swartz, MD, decided to open Jacinto Medical Group, where they still remain today.
Board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, Dr. Pardo belongs to a number of medical organizations, including the American Academy of Neurology, the Harris County Medical Society, the Texas Neurological Society, the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, the Texas Medical Association, and the Texas Medical Foundation.
Dr. Pardo is married and has one son. When he isn’t at the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, practicing martial arts, and scuba diving.