Neuroscience Institute at HCA Florida Northside Hospital
Neurology & Neurosurgery • Saint Petersburg, FL
About
HCA Florida Northside Hospital (St. Petersburg) offers comprehensive neurological care including a dedicated Neuroscience Institute for Interventional Neuroradiology and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. As a 288-bed facility serving Pinellas County since 1976, it provides 24/7 emergency services, stroke and cardiac care, orthopedic and spine treatment, and general surgery. The hospital is part of HCA Florida Healthcare and operates the Tampa Bay Heart Institute and Neuroscience Institute, highlighting focused neurological and interventional neuroradiology capabilities for stroke and related conditions. Contact and location details: St. Petersburg, FL; website: hcafloridahealthcare.com/locations/northside-hospital.
Clinic Type
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Address
St. Petersburg, FL (Pinellas County)
Phone
Call Consult-A-Nurse®: (844) 706-8773
PARA.HCARecordsRequestFL@hcahealthcare.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Website
https://www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/locations/northside-hospital/specialties/neurological-care
Telehealth
Yes, teleneurology program for rapid stroke access
Emergency Care
Emergency room with stroke treatment; Comprehensive Stroke Center designation by American Health Care Association and DNV GL Healthcare
Services Offered
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Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What services does The Neuroscience Institute at HCA Florida Northside Hospital offer?
A full range of services for prevention, detection, treatment and rehabilitation of stroke and other neurological disorders, including care for brain, spine and peripheral nervous system.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- SeniorHealthDatabase.com: 53% of patients recommend the hospital (HCA Florida Northside Hospital) (N/A)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Christina Diaz): 3.7 out of 5 stars (24 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Carol Pappas): 3.8 out of 5 stars (23 ratings)
- US News / Vitals (Dr. Gregory C. Scott): 4.7 - 5 out of 5 stars (42 reviews (Healthgrades/US News) / 10 reviews (Vitals))
Patients praise
- Providers described as thorough, professional, and knowledgeable
- Patients appreciate unhurried appointments and clear explanations
- High level of clinical expertise and compassionate care reported by many patients
Common complaints
- Difficulties with administrative staff communication and responsiveness
- Concerns regarding staff treatment/work environment in some practices
- Occasional reports of rudeness or poor bedside manner despite clinical skill
"Dr. Diaz is a great doctor. Caring, listens well, explains what is going on with the patient. However, the staff is the worst I have ever experienced!"
— Healthgrades (Dr. Christina Diaz)"Dr Pappas really knows her stuff medically, but her personality is so rude. She treats her hardworking staff terribly."
— Healthgrades (Dr. Carol Pappas)"Dr. Scott has been my neurologist for over 15 years. He is kind, patient, and open to a detailed and frank discussion of symptoms, diagnosis, and prognosis. I highly recommend him."
— Vitals (Dr. Gregory C. Scott)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of St. Petersburg now open in Florida — Oct 21, 2025
- ‘Cutting-edge’ West St. Pete rehab hospital opens - St Pete Catalyst — Oct 20, 2025
- BayCare Expands St. Pete Footprint - St Pete Catalyst — Apr 13, 2026
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of St. Petersburg Accepting Patients — Dec 3, 2025
- HCA Florida names 2 hospital CEOs - Becker's Hospital Review — Jul 6, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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