Dr. Toby Ira Gropen, MD

Dr. Toby Gropen is a neurologist with specialized training in psychiatry and child neurology who has dedicated 39 years to caring for patients with complex neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and completed his residency training at New York Presbyterian Hospital. His extensive experience spans nearly four decades of treating patients across multiple neurological specialties.

Dr. Gropen practices at several UAB locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including UAB Hospital, UAB Highlands, and UAB Russell Clinic. He focuses on treating patients who have experienced strokes, including those with cerebrovascular accidents and blood clots that block blood flow to the brain. His practice also addresses severe high blood pressure emergencies that can affect the nervous system. Treatment approaches include coordinating physical therapy to help patients regain …strength and mobility, as well as speech therapy to assist those recovering from stroke-related communication challenges. Patients rate Dr. Gropen 4.7 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive neurological care.