Joshua S. Rotenberg, MD

Dr. Rotenberg has a unique combination of certifications in Child Neurology,

Epilepsy, Brain Injury, Sleep Medicine, and Behavioral Neurology. This rare

blend of expertise helps him understand and treat a wide range of

neurologic conditions in children and adolescents, offering comprehensive

care tailored to your child’s needs. As one of only approximately ten

specialists in the United States board-certified in Behavioral Neurology,

Dr. Rotenberg provides a level of diagnostic precision rarely found in

private practice.

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Dr. Rotenberg’s clinical background is defined by "gold-standard" training

and a commitment to advancing pediatric medicine. He is quadruple

board-certified, holding specialized certifications in:

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• Child & Adolescent Neurology

• Epilepsy (Epileptologist)

• Sleep Medicine

• Brain Injury Medicine

 

Before leading Houston Specialty Clinic, Dr. Rotenberg served in the United States Air Force for 10 years. His military medical career provided him with advanced diagnostic training often reserved for elite fellowships.

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During his service, he rose to become the Chief of Pediatric Neurology at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center, where he pioneered regional brain-cooling programs for newborns and advanced treatments like Vagal Nerve Stimulation (VNS) and ketogenic diet therapies.

 

• Medical Education: Dual degrees (MD and Master of Medical Science) from Brown University.​​

• Pediatric Residency: Wright Patterson AFB and Dayton Children’s Hospital.

• Neurology Fellowship: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Walter Reed AMC, and the NIH.

• Specialized Rotations: Training at Johns Hopkins, Kennedy Krieger Institute, and Children’s National Medical Center.

 

Recognizing the challenges families face when traveling for specialized care, Dr. Rotenberg has pioneered telemedicine services to bridge the gap for patients with epilepsy and neurological disorders.

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In addition to his clinical work, he serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Texas at Houston and Sam Houston School of Osteopathic Medicine. He is also the co-founder of Academy Diagnostics, an American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) accredited center.

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Outside of the clinic, Dr. Rotenberg is a father of four. He is an active advocate for families dealing with neurological illnesses and enjoys photography, scouting, gardening, and traveling with his family and dogs.

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Find his peer-reviewed publications HERE

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