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  • Neurology
  • Accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • Baylor Scott & White Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology Associates 9101 N Central Expy Ste 230, Dallas, TX 75231
  • (214) 818-5765

Brief Intro

Dr. Padilla is a board certified behavioral neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of progressive cognitive and behavioral impairments. She is dedicated to providing patients with compassionate and quality care in Texas. Dr. Padilla's clinical interests include the diagnosis and treatment of frontotemporal dementia, progressive aphasia (language impairment), and early-onset or atypical Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Padilla received her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida. She completed a two-year fellowship in behavioral neurology and neuropsychiatry under the mentorship of Mario Mendez, an internationally recognized behavioral neurologist at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Padilla is on the medical staff at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas. She recently also authored a chapter on Delirium in Bradley's Neurology in Clinical Practice, 7th edition. This three volume text is the most prestigious reference in all of Neurology. Dr. Robert Daroff, one of the lead editors, is the most highly respected Neurologist nationally. Credits: Padilla CR, Mendez MF. Neuropsychiatric features across Neurodegenerative Diseases. Neurodegenerative Diseases: Unifying Principles. Oxford University Press, 2017.Read Dr. Padilla's article, ""6 of the best ways to improve your memory and brain health.""Read Dr. Padilla's article, ""Understanding frontotemporal dementia: What it is, symptoms and tips for caregivers.""Watch Dr. Claudia Padilla talk with WFAA about the new Alzheimer's drug infusion treatment Lecanemab.Read Dr. Padilla's article, ""The future of Alzheimer's care: New treatments bringing new hope.""

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Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

UCLA/VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System - 2015

VA Greater Los Angeles - Dept Medicine GME - 2015

RESIDENCY

Jackson Memorial Hospital - 2013

Jackson Memorial Hospital - 2010

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Ross University School Of Medicine - 2009

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • 9101 N Central Expy Ste 230, Dallas, TX 75231
  • Mon:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Neurology

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • AmeriGroup
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Tricare
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Mutual of Omaha
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