Design Neuroscience Center

What Design Neuroscience Center does

Design Neuroscience Center (DNC) is a private outpatient neuroscience center founded in 2006 and headquartered in Miami Lakes, Florida, operating four clinic locations across Miami-Dade County. The practice provides integrated evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services for neurological conditions through three core service lines: Neurology (with subspecialty programs in stroke/vascular neurology, epilepsy, neuroimmunology, neurotrauma, behavioral neurology, pediatric neurology, neuromuscular disorders, movement disorders, and headache disorders), Neuropsychology, and Neurorehabilitation (physical, occupational, speech, cognitive, and vestibular therapy). Supporting clinical services include an infusion center, advanced neurodiagnostics (EEG, EMG/NCS), pain management, Botox therapy, baclofen pump management, clinical trial participation, and a specialized Rapid Response Pediatric Concussion and Brain Injury Clinic. The medical team comprises over 10 board-certified neurologists with subspecialty training and more than 50 years of cumulative experience, led by Dr. Kester Nedd.

DNC's service model is built around a 360 Care Model and an Enhanced Neurohospitalist Model that coordinate care across emergency, ICU, inpatient, rehabilitation, and outpatient settings, supported by six hospital affiliations including three HCA Florida facilities (University, Kendall, Aventura), Mercy Hospital, two Larkin Community Hospital campuses, and West Gables Rehabilitation Hospital. The practice maintains an academic affiliation with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine via Jackson Memorial Hospital for residency training. A dedicated International Patient Services program serves Caribbean and Latin American patients through multilingual coordination and logistics support.

DNC generates revenue primarily through insurance-based billing (Blue Cross, United Healthcare, AvMed, Cigna, Optum, Medicare, Florida Blue) for outpatient consultations, diagnostic testing, rehabilitation therapy, infusion services, and clinical trial participation, with co-pays collected at the point of service. Its go-to-market is sales-led through physician referrals, hospital inpatient consultations, and community outreach (including the Brain Discovery Series video content and dementia awareness initiatives), with the March 2026 partnerships with MedBetter Health and Integrated Specialty Alliance signaling an emerging move into value-based dementia care via the CMS GUIDE Model.

Name

Design Neuroscience Center

Legal name

Design Neuroscience Center, LLC

Website

https://dncneurology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Design Neuroscience Center is a private outpatient neuroscience practice in Miami-Dade County, Florida, providing integrated neurology, neuropsychology, and neurorehabilitation services across four clinic locations and six hospital affiliations, serving patients with stroke, epilepsy, neurotrauma, neuroimmunology, and other complex neurological conditions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outpatient Neurology Services

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

General Neurology (HLAKAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Neurodiagnostic Centers (EEG/EMG/NCS) (HLAFAKAK), Neurorehabilitation Centers (HLAFAFAH), Cognitive & Behavioral Neurology (Dementia/Memory Disorders) (HLAKAIAH), Neuromuscular Medicine (ALS, Myasthenia, Neuropathy) (HLAKAIAD)

Keywords

• Outpatient neurology services
• Neurorehabilitation therapy
• Neuropsychological assessment
• Stroke care treatment
• Neurological diagnostic services

Headquarters

HQ city

Doral

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Clinical Consultation Services: Outpatient neurology consultations and follow-up appointments billed through insurance or patient payment for evaluation and treatment of neurological conditions.
2. Diagnostic Testing Services: EEG monitoring, EMG/NCS testing, neuropsychological assessment, and other advanced neurodiagnostic services.
3. Rehabilitation Therapy Services: Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation services provided through the interdisciplinary team.
4. Infusion Center Services: Advanced infusion therapies for neuroimmunological disorders including Multiple Sclerosis, providing ongoing care in specialized infusion centers.
5. Clinical Trials Participation: Participation in clinical trials offering access to emerging treatments and therapies for neurological conditions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Design Neuroscience Center is a multi-disciplinary outpatient neuroscience center that provides integrated neurological evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services for a wide range of brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerve conditions. Its portfolio spans three core departments — Neurology, Neuropsychology, and Neurorehabilitation — supported by eight Centers of Excellence covering stroke, epilepsy, neuroimmunology, neurotrauma, behavioral neurology, pediatric neurology, neuromuscular disorders, and movement disorders, along with diagnostic services (EEG, EMG/NCS), an infusion center, clinical trials, and advanced pain management therapies.

Product overview

Design Neuroscience Center (DNC) is a multi-disciplinary outpatient neuroscience center offering comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services for neurological conditions. The core portfolio comprises three main service lines: Neurology (including subspecialty programs in Stroke/Vascular Neurology, Epilepsy, Neuroimmunology, Neurotrauma, Behavioral Neurology, Pediatric Neurology, Neuromuscular Disorders, Movement Disorders, and Headache Disorders), Neuropsychology (with Assessment and Treatment sub-modules), and Neurorehabilitation (encompassing Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Vestibular/Cognitive Rehabilitation). Supporting clinical services include an Infusion Center, Clinical Trials, EEG Monitoring, Pain Management, Botox Therapy, and Baclofen Pump Management, all supported by Advanced Neurodiagnostics. A specialized Rapid Response Pediatric Concussion and Brain Injury Clinic operates under dedicated leadership. The center employs a 360 Care Model combining traditional disease treatment with holistic wellness approaches for prevention and early detection.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Neurology
• Neuropsychology Specialty focusing on brain-behavior relationships, utilizing standardized testing to identify and diagnose neurobehavioral disorders, plan interventions, and counsel patients and families. For patients with cognitive, behavioral, or emotional symptoms associated with neurological conditions.
• Neurorehabilitation Comprehensive rehabilitation services for brain and spinal cord injuries, integrating physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, and psychological support to maximize patient independence. For patients recovering from neurotrauma, stroke, and other neurological injuries.
• Physical Therapy Physiotherapy services including balance retraining, gait analysis and transfer training, neuromuscular retraining, orthotics consultations, and aqua therapy for neurological patients.
• Occupational Therapy Therapy focused on activities of daily living including home management, safety training, cognitive retraining for memory, attention, processing, executive functions, neuromuscular strengthening, and visual perceptual skill development for neurological patients.
• Speech Therapy Speech and language therapy services assisting patients with communication issues resulting from neurological conditions.
• Vestibular Therapy / Cognitive Rehabilitation Treatment of memory, attention, processing and other cognitive deficits using restorative and compensatory approaches, incorporating computer applications and neurofeedback for neurological patients.
• Neuropsychological Assessment Comprehensive evaluation using paper/pencil, computer, and motor/sensory measures to assess cognitive, emotional, and physical function, lasting 4-8 hours with a flexible battery approach. For patients requiring formal neuropsychological evaluation.
• Neuropsychological Treatment Integrative psychological treatment combining cognitive therapy, behavioral modification, solution-focused intervention, and systems theory, including individual therapy, group interventions, and educational support for caregivers and family.
• Vascular Neurology (Stroke Care) Expert stroke care from emergency treatment to recovery, with support for Comprehensive Stroke Center accreditation focusing on door-to-needle times. For patients with cerebrovascular emergencies and stroke recovery.
• Epilepsy Care Comprehensive epilepsy program including EEG monitoring, telemedicine, and remote services, with plans for an Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and Level III Epilepsy Center. For patients with seizure disorders.
• Neuroimmunology Specializing in the treatment of neuro-immunological disorders like Multiple Sclerosis, focusing on advanced therapies and dedicated infusion centers for ongoing care. For patients with autoimmune neurological conditions including MS, NMO, MOGAD, and related disorders.
• Neurotrauma and Neurorehabilitation Complete care for brain and spinal cord injuries from acute treatment to long-term rehabilitation, supported by a team of therapists and neuropsychologists. For patients with traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and related trauma.
• Behavioral Neurology Diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative and behavioral disorders including dementia and autism, with neuropsychological testing and tailored care plans. For patients with cognitive decline, dementia, autism, and related conditions.
• Pediatric Neurology Pediatric neurology addressing conditions from developmental disorders to emergency care, with expertise in neonatal ICU and trauma. For pediatric patients with neurological conditions.
• Neuromuscular Disorders Specializing in diagnosing and treating neuromuscular conditions, offering advanced testing such as EMG/NCS to assess nerve and muscle function for accurate diagnosis and treatment. For patients with nerve and muscle disorders.
• Movement Disorders Expert care for movement disorders including Parkinson's disease, dystonia, and tremors utilizing advanced therapies to improve mobility and quality of life. For patients with movement-related neurological conditions.
• Headache Disorders Specialized care for chronic headaches and migraines with personalized treatment plans including medication management, lifestyle modifications, and interventional therapies to reduce frequency and severity.
• Pain Management Pain management program focusing on neurological pain syndromes utilizing nerve blocks, Botox therapy, and baclofen pump management. For patients with chronic neurological pain.
• Infusion Center Infusion center providing ongoing care for neurological conditions requiring IV therapies, including disease-modifying therapies for Multiple Sclerosis and other neuroimmunological disorders.
• Clinical Trials Clinical trial participation offering patients access to emerging treatments and therapies for neurological conditions.
• Advanced Neurodiagnostics Comprehensive neurodiagnostic testing including EEG monitoring, EMG/NCS testing, and neuroimaging capabilities supporting accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. For patients requiring neurological diagnostic workup.
• Rapid Response Pediatric Concussion and Brain Injury Clinic Rapid response clinic for pediatric concussion and brain injury under the direction of Dr. John Kuluz, M.D. For pediatric patients requiring urgent concussion and brain injury evaluation and management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Streamlined discharge and follow-up processes reducing hospital stays while achieving better outcomes
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MedBetter HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 March 2026Strategic collaboration to enhance dementia care coordination, expand access to specialized neurological diagnostics and therapies, and strengthen support services for patients and caregivers in South Florida. Partnership combines MBH's care navigation expertise and CMS GUIDE Model participation with DNC's advanced neurological clinical and diagnostic capabilities.
• Integrated Specialty AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 March 2026Strategic collaboration combining ISA's specialty care network with DNC's neurological expertise to enhance dementia care coordination and expand access to specialized neurological services in South Florida.
• JIPA NetworkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational patient and clinician referral service affiliated with Design Neuroscience Center, providing referral pathways for international patients seeking neurological care.
• HCA Florida University HospitalcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospital affiliation providing inpatient neurological consultations, stroke care coordination, and patient referral pathways for comprehensive neurological services.
• HCA Florida Kendall HospitalcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospital affiliation supporting stroke care, neurological emergency services, and comprehensive inpatient-outpatient care coordination.
• HCA Florida Aventura HospitalcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospital affiliation for neurological patient care coordination and inpatient consultation services.
• Mercy HospitalcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospital affiliation for neurological care services and patient referral coordination.
• Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs CampuscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospital affiliation providing inpatient neurological consultation and rehabilitation support services.
• Larkin Community Hospital South MiamicoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospital affiliation for neurological patient care coordination and outpatient referral services.
• West Gables Rehabilitation HospitalcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRehabilitation hospital affiliation supporting neurorehabilitation services and long-term recovery care coordination.
• University of Miami Miller School of MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic affiliation providing neurology residency training at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami, with Dr. Nedd formerly serving as Medical Director of the University of Miami Concussion Program until May 2020.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• First Choice Neurology: One of the largest independent multi-specialty neurology physician groups in Florida with outpatient clinics, neurodiagnostics, and physician hospital coverage. Directly comparable to DNC as a Florida-based independent neurology practice offering subspecialty breadth.
• Neuroscience Consultants: Florida-based independent neurology group practice offering outpatient consultations, neurodiagnostic testing, and hospital coverage across multiple subspecialties. Closely mirrors DNC's outpatient independent practice model in the same regional market.
• Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation: Specialty rehabilitation hospital system with strong neurorehabilitation and brain injury programs, comparable to DNC's Neurorehabilitation service line and interdisciplinary PT/OT/Speech/Cognitive care delivery model.

Regional players

• Baptist Health South Florida: Major South Florida health system operating a comprehensive neuroscience service line including neurology, neurosurgery, and rehabilitation across the same Miami-Dade geography where DNC competes for patients and referrals.
• AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute: Florida-based integrated neuroscience program across the AdventHealth system, providing neurology, neurosurgery, and rehabilitation services; competes with DNC for Florida patients and hospital-based neurology coverage.
• Tampa General Hospital Neuroscience Institute: Florida-based academic-affiliated neuroscience program offering neurology subspecialties, neurodiagnostics, and rehabilitation. Comparable to DNC in subspecialty breadth but operating within a larger hospital system in a different Florida region.

Broad incumbents

• Cleveland Clinic Florida (Neurological Center): Cleveland Clinic's Florida campus operates a full neurology and neurosurgery program in South Florida, competing for the same patient population and PCP referral relationships as DNC while offering the scale of a national brand.
• Shirley Ryan AbilityLab: National leader in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and neurorehabilitation with integrated physician, therapy, and research model. Comparable to DNC's Neurorehabilitation and interdisciplinary care pillar, though operating at much larger academic scale.
• Barrow Neurological Institute: Major specialty neuroscience center offering comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, neurorehabilitation, and research across subspecialties. Comparable to DNC's Centers of Excellence model but at academic/quaternary scale.
• Mischer Neuroscience Institute (Memorial Hermann): Comprehensive neuroscience service line in Houston combining neurology, neurosurgery, stroke care, and rehabilitation. Mirrors DNC's subspecialty breadth and stroke-care orientation but inside a large integrated delivery system.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Design-Neuroscience-Center-104724475330072

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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