Welcome to the Department of Neurology
The Department of Neurology at the UTRGV School of Medicine is committed to developing advanced neurology services and innovative medical training for future neurologists to deliver the highest-quality, neurological care to patients in South Texas.
Our focus is to foster discovery in neurological science, clinical excellence and cutting-edge research to benefit patient care with the special focus on reducing health care inequalities in the RGV community.
Mission
The UTRGV Neurology department is dedicated to the mission of bringing academic training and advanced neurological care to the people of the Rio Grande Valley. We currently provide treatment to patients in Hidalgo and Cameron counties. Our Neurology program is affiliated with the Institute for Neuroscience in Harlingen and growing a diverse, expert neurology faculty who will support residency training programs and world-class neurological research.
Values
- Diversity
- Innovation
- Respect
- Compassion
- Teamwork
If you are a neurologist or neurology trainee, who is interested in being part of building a new academic department to serve a health care region where neurology services are greatly needed, contact us at michael.dobbs@utrgv.edu. We would love to get to know you.
Department Chair

Michael Dobbs, MD, MHCM
Chair's Welcome
Contact
Department of Neurology
UTRGV School of Medicine
2102 Treasure Hills
Harlingen, TX 78550
Email: Michael.Dobbs@utrgv.edu