UNM Health System
Neurology • Albuquerque, NM
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About
Neurology and Neurosurgery at UNM Health System's Clinical Neurosciences Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico offers neurology, neurosurgery, pain management, electromyography, nerve conduction studies, rehabilitation, sleep studies, and stroke rehabilitation. The center includes a Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit and an Advanced Care Stroke Center, providing comprehensive brain and spine care with board-certified doctors and surgeons.
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FAQs
What services are offered by UNM Health's Neurology and Neurosurgery center?
Neurology, neurosurgery, pain management, electrophysiology tests (EMG, nerve conduction studies), rehabilitation, sleep studies, stroke rehab, Neurosciences ICU.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (Dr. Timothy Robinson): 1.3/5 (6 reviews)
- Birdeye (UNM Hospital Clinical Neurosciences Center): 3.6/5 (45 reviews)
- CHRISTUS Health (Dr. Benjamin Vidalis): 4.8/5 (50 reviews)
- U.S. News & World Report (Dr. Peter C. Shin): 3/5 (98 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Griffith Harsh IV): 3.6/5 (14 reviews)
Patients praise
- some providers praised for being knowledgeable and professional
- reports of successful surgical outcomes that improved quality of life
- appreciation for doctors who take the time to explain procedures clearly and answer questions effectively
- positive experiences with compassionate and caring support staff in certain departments
Common complaints
- perceived arrogance or condescending attitude from some providers
- reports of doctors appearing dismissive or rushing patients
- difficulty with communication, including unreturned phone calls and lack of follow-up
- concerns regarding unprofessional office staff or poor administrative handling of paperwork and billing
- instances of patients feeling unsatisfied with surgical or diagnostic outcomes
"Dr. Vidalis took the time to explain the details of the surgery in a way that was not condescending nor over my head."
- CHRISTUS Health (Dr. Benjamin Vidalis) patient review"He basically told me just to go live my best life because if he tried to fix it there was a 10% chance I would make it. Was rude, dismissive, seemed like he didn’t care."
- Birdeye (Dr. Timothy Robinson) patient review"Fantastic Staff, from the time you enter the building, you are greeted by friendly and caring folks. The nurses are kind and considerate, and the doctors and PA’s are outstanding."
- Birdeye (UNM Hospital Clinical Neurosciences Center) patient reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. John P. Phillips, MD - Neurologist in Albuquerque, NM - May 14, 2026
- Dr. Kathy Wolfe, MD - Neurologist in Albuquerque, NM - May 14, 2026
- Presbyterian’s new operating room is changing how brain surgery is done in Albuquerque - Jul 10, 2026
- The Power of Telemedicine: Bringing Neurological Expertise to All of New Mexico | UNM Health Blog | Albuquerque, New Mexico - Oct 1, 2025
- Dr. Karuna Shah - Neurologist in Rio Rancho, NM - May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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