Dr. Richard Walter Chan Tim, MD

Dr. Richard Walter Tim is a neurologist who brings four decades of medical expertise to his practice in Raleigh, North Carolina. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Duke University Medical Center. With 40 years of experience in neurology, Dr. Tim provides comprehensive care for patients with neurological conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Tim practices at several locations throughout Raleigh and maintains affiliations with UNC Rex Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, and Central Prison Healthcare Complex. His expertise includes diagnosing and treating nerve-related conditions such as numbness and unusual skin sensations. He specializes in electromyogram and nerve conduction studies, which are important tests that help evaluate nerve and muscle function to identify the source of neurological symptoms.