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Neurology

Your partner in brain health

At UTMB Health, our neurology team provides expert care for conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. We help you understand your symptoms, find answers, and feel supported throughout your care.

From headaches and memory loss to seizures, movement disorders, and complex neurologic diseases, we offer advanced testing and the latest treatments tailored to your needs. With specialists across every area of neurology, our goal is to help you achieve the best possible quality of life.

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General Neurology

Memory & Cognitive Disorders

Neuroimmunology

Nerve and Muscle Disorders

Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

Stroke and Vascular Neurology

Movement Disorders Care

A Level I Trauma Center for Advanced Neurologic Care

The UTMB Health Neurocritical Care program provides advanced, around-the-clock care for people with serious neurologic conditions. A specialized team—including neurologists, neurosurgeons, neurointerventionists, and critical care staff—works together to monitor, treat, and support recovery.

Care takes place in the Neuroscience Critical Care Unit at John Sealy Hospital, where patients are treated for complex conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system, such as stroke, brain injury, aneurysms, infections, and seizures.

As a Level I Trauma Center with a comprehensive stroke program, patients have access to the highest level of emergency neurologic care, including rapid diagnosis, advanced treatments, and 24/7 neuroendovascular services when needed.

Frequently Asked Questions.

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What conditions do neurologists treat at UTMB Health?

Our neurologists treat a wide range of brain, spine, and nerve conditions. They care for patients with memory problems, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, seizures, stroke, migraines, neuromuscular diseases, and more. We also have a dedicated pediatric neurology team for children with neurological conditions.
When should I see a neurologist?

You should see a neurologist if you have symptoms such as frequent headaches, dizziness, seizures, memory loss, tremors, numbness, weakness, or vision changes. If you have had a stroke or are at risk for one, a neurologist can provide specialized care.
What types of neurologists are at UTMB Health?
Our team includes experts in several subspecialties of neurology:
- General Neurology – for common neurological concerns such as headaches or dizziness
- Memory & Cognitive Disorders – for Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and memory loss
- Movement Disorders – for Parkinson’s disease, tremors, and dystonia
- Neuroimmunology – for multiple sclerosis (MS) and related conditions
- Nerve and Muscular Disorders – for neuropathy, ALS, and muscular dystrophy
- Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders – for seizure evaluation and treatment
- Stroke and Vascular Neurology – for stroke care and prevention
- Pediatric Neurology – for neurological conditions in children
What does it mean that UTMB Health is a Level 4 Epilepsy Center?

UTMB Health is nationally accredited as a Level 4 Epilepsy Center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers. This is the highest level of recognition for epilepsy care in the United States. It means our team provides the most advanced testing, treatments, and surgical options for people with epilepsy.
Because UTMB Health is a Level 4 center, patients benefit from a team approach that combines neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, and rehabilitation specialists. This ensures that every aspect of epilepsy care, from diagnosis to treatment and follow-up, is available in one place.
What does it mean to be a Level I Trauma Center?

A Level I Trauma Center provides the highest level of emergency care for serious and complex injuries. This means you have access to specialized teams and advanced treatments at all times. For neurologic emergencies like stroke or brain injury, care is available 24/7, including rapid diagnosis and procedures such as neuroendovascular treatment when needed.