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American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)Patient Rating
4.9 /5( out of 311 reviews )The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.
The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
December 19, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERAwesome doctor!
December 18, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is professional and knowledgeable and a good communicator.
December 13, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr Laura Pesantez Pacheco is an amazing doctor in every sense of the word. I enjoy my visits with her. She is very knowledgeable, caring, compassionate and spends the time to make sure your needs are met and that your questions are answered completely!
December 11, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERI felt that Dr Pacheco was sincere and very thorough in her examination. She was a good listener as well.
November 28, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERvery pleasant and comprehensive examination and explanation of medical situation
November 22, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!
November 20, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERI think Dr. Pacheco is a very knowledgeable and friendly doctor. She explained my problem and treatment very well in words I could understand. Her "bedside manner" was great. would definitely recommend her to anyone needing a neurologist.
November 18, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERI have seen her several times, Very knowledgeable and caring.
November 16, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr Pacheco is an excellent doctor. We feel privileged to have her as my wife's doctor.
November 08, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERMy experience with Dr. Pesantez Pacheco has been excellent. She's very down to earth and approachable. At the same time, she radiates confidence, knowledge and skill. I never feel rushed. She is patient and thoroughly answers all of my questions. I fell extremely well taken care of. I trust Dr. P and her staff 100%.
November 01, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr. Pesantez Pacheco is very caring, explains everything, and provides excellent care.
October 25, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERNo
October 23, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERNo additional comments
October 22, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is very knowledgeable about the aspects of my neurological condition.
October 17, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr. Pesantez gives excellent care. [TRANSLATED]
October 15, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERHer interest in her patients is evident. She's always concerned that you're well and taking your medications correctly. [TRANSLATED]
September 18, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERVery thorough.
September 06, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERCaring and knowledgeable
August 23, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDoctor Pacheco was very personable and made me feel like she genuinely cared about issues. She explained the different treatment available to me for my tremors. I was very happy with everything about my appointment. I would definitely recommend Dr. Pacheco to anyone needing a neurologist.
August 14, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr. Pesantez is excellent- I would recommend her to anyone.
August 13, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERThank you for not making me feel dumb and explaining everything so I can understand it.
July 05, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr. Pacheco is the best. She is personable and professional. She really cares and takes time with me as her patient. She is thorough in explaining different options for my care. I'm grateful she is the head of my medical care team.
July 03, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr Pesantez was very personable and professional and took the time to explain and discuss the options I had with my problems. She was very thorough and comfortable to visit with.
June 29, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERI am giving Dr Laura Pesantez Pacheco the highest praise possible. She is the most caring doctor ever.
June 29, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERThe doctor was very good at her job
June 22, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is a great doctor.
June 21, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr. Laura is just the best! I feel like I'm in really good hands with this dreadful incurable neuromuscular disorder! She just really takes the time to see to it that everything is done to your benefit!
June 12, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERAs stated earlier: Dr Pesantez has a very caring, positive manner; and makes you feel as through you are her only patient for the day. She takes her time with you; ensuring you understand all the information she provides while patiently listening to your inputs and concerns.
June 12, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr Pacheco is wonderful doctor she is always very friendly and treats me with respect. She always takes as much time as I want to explain my treatment to me and never tries to rush me out, she is a wonderful person.
June 12, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr P has been amazing. Pays attention to details and takes the time to go over everything thoroughly. So pleased with my visits.
June 11, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDoctor Pacheco explained every procedure that was easy for us to understand and make a decision on what we wanted to go with. She has a great personality and it was nice getting to know her a little bit.
June 08, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr. Pesantez is always very thorough, thoughtful and compassionate. Great neurologist!
June 02, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is bright, accommodating, shows interest, explains matters very well, and acts like she really cares about her patients.
June 01, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERI have never had a doctor listen as well as she does. She answers everything and gives so much time. That's not very common now.
May 03, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERCaring, knowledgeable, thorough and respectful.
May 01, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is compassionate and caring and listens to everything and asks questions to understand. I feel comfortable with her and she takes time with each visit and I don't feel rushed.
April 26, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTEROutstanding professional in her field.
April 24, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is very good
April 22, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERThe dr was very good. And very attentive to me.
April 22, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERFind a doctor that looks at the big picture
April 22, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is brilliant. Her knowledge regarding movement disorders is greater than any other provider we have interacted with. Her attention to detail and skill at asking for information fosters a confidence in her ability without being intimidating. I am hopeful that she will find the best possible solution for my condition.
April 17, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERI am very pleased with Dr. Pacheco. She has very good bedside manners. She is thorough and cares about me as her patient.
April 08, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is the very best. She is very thorough, caring and has my good health at first and foremost when she is with me. Kudos to all!
April 07, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr. Pesantez Pacheco is easy to work with. She encourages questions, and is a good listener. Her explanations are simple, and she provides treatment options. Her detailed notes on My Chart are a helpful resource.
April 07, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERShe is a great doctor,she explained everything,
April 01, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERMy husband and I are very grateful for someone that specializes in Parkinson's. We have a very full schedule of life, and she fits right into that now, I can't wait to visit with her again.
March 31, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr. P seems to be a good doctor. She is conscientious and careful. There seems to be a pattern of making patients wait. We've met with her 3 times and waited 1 hour, 1 1/2 hrs and 1 3/4 hours for scheduled appts.
March 29, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr Pacheco was very easy to talk to and made us feel at ease.
March 28, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERExcellent doctor. Learned a lot about my issues and received excellent care.
March 20, 2025CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTERDr Pesantez was great!
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Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments Neurology -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
Board Certification American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)Education history
Fellowship Movement Disorders - National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Clinical Fellow Residency Neurology - Memorial Hermann Hospital, Lyndon Baines Johnson Hospital Resident Internship Memorial Hermann Hospital, Lyndon Baines Johnson Hospital Preliminary Intern Internship Medical Intern - José Carrasco Arteaga Hospital Clinical Internship Professional Medical Medicine - University of Cuenca Faculty of Medical Sciences M.D. Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Suemoto CK, Ismail S, Corra PC, Khawaja F, Jerves T, Pesntez L, Germani AC, Zaina F, Dos Santos AC Jr, de Oliveira Ferreira RJ, Singh P, Paulo JV, Matsubayashi SR, Vidor LP, Andretta G, Toms R, Illigens BM, Fregni F (2015). Five-year review of an international clinical research-training program. Adv Med Educ Pract, 6, 249-57. (Read full publication)
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