Summary

Dr. Rafael Mimbela specializes in neurology with a focused expertise in child neurology, caring for pediatric patients with complex neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De Monterrey Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency training at the University of Texas Health System. With 37 years of experience in the field, Dr. Mimbela has developed deep expertise in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in children and adolescents. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse families in South Texas.

Dr. Mimbela is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville and practices across multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley, including Brownsville, Harlingen, and Edinburg. His clinical focus includes treating children with disruptive behavior disorders and ADHD in both pediatric and adult populations. He performs diagnostic procedures such as electroencephalograms to evaluate brain activity and orders laboratory tests including complete blood counts and ammonia levels to support comprehensive neurological care. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.8
  • 37 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Rafael Alberto Mimbela has 7 locations

South Texas Pediatric Neurology

4770 N Expressway Ste 102Brownsville, TX 78526
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Valley Regional Medical Center

100 E Alton Gloor BlvdBrownsville, TX 78526

Edinburg Regional Medical Center

1102 W Trenton RdEdinburg, TX 78539

Dhr Health Edinburg

5501 S Mccoll RdEdinburg, TX 78539

The Womens Hospital At Renaissance

5502 S Mccoll RdEdinburg, TX 78539

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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish, French, Farsi Speaks English, Russian Speaks English
Brownsville , TXHouston , TXSeattle , WANew York , NY
Med School: Universidad De Monterrey Facultad De Medicina Med School: Universidad Nordestana Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Newcastle University UK
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Alberto Mimbela

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael Alberto Mimbela has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael Alberto Mimbela has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health System

Medical School

Universidad De Monterrey Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1990
Universidad De Monterrey (Udem)Graduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Rafael Mimbela's office located?
Dr. Rafael Mimbela's office is located at 4770 N Expressway Ste 102, Brownsville, TX, 78526.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rafael Mimbela affiliated with?
Dr. Rafael Mimbela is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville.
Does Dr. Rafael Mimbela accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rafael Mimbela accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Rafael Mimbela accepting new patients?
Dr. Rafael Mimbela is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Rafael Mimbela's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Rafael Mimbela accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Rafael Mimbela has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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