Pediatric Epilepsy & Neurology Specialists Named Highest Patient Satisfaction 2026

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Pediatric Epilepsy & Neurology Specialists (PENS), the largest group of pediatric neurologists in the Tampa Bay area, has been recognized as the highest patient satisfaction recipient in the Brain Health Clinics category for 2026 by the Consumer Ratings Institute. The practice earned a 4.6-star rating based on 1,292 consumer reviews, reflecting its commitment to comprehensive, personalized care in a compassionate environment.

PENS, located at 508 S. Habana Ave., Suite 340, in Tampa, has been serving the community since 2001. The practice brings together board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners to provide evaluation and treatment for a wide range of neurological conditions in children, including headache, ADHD, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism-related disorders, neuromuscular disorders, and developmental delay. Dr. José A. Ferreira, the medical director, has been in practice since 1994 and has served as the principal investigator in more than 60 multicenter clinical trials focusing on epilepsy, migraine, and neurobehavioral disorders in infants, children, and adolescents.

The practice offers advanced diagnostic services, including EEG and long-term EEG and seizure monitoring in a state-of-the-art neurodiagnostic suite. Video EEG monitoring and computerized ADHD testing are also available. PENS also provides integrated Behavioral Health Services, reinforcing medical treatment with psychological assessments, psychotherapy, mental health screenings, IQ testing, and diagnostic testing for conditions such as ADOS-2 and CARS-2.

PENS continues to expand its services, offering eligible patients access to clinical research through its Clinical Research Department. The practice remains dedicated to providing top-tier care and support to children and their families in the Tampa Bay area.

The recognition from the Consumer Ratings Institute is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the PENS team. It reflects the practice's commitment to delivering high-quality care and support to families in need. Dr. Ferreira's extensive experience and the practice's commitment to clinical research underscore its commitment to advancing the field of pediatric neurology.

PENS is a multidisciplinary pediatric neurology practice in South Tampa, Florida, serving the Tampa Bay area since 2001. Led by medical director Dr. José A. Ferreira, its board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners provide evaluation and treatment for epilepsy, headache, ADHD, autism-related disorders, and other neurological conditions, along with EEG and seizure monitoring, behavioral health services, and clinical research.