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The Child Neurology Division at UNC is one of the first programs of its kind in the United States. Thomas Farmer, MD, a pioneer in child neurology and author of one of the very first child neurology textbooks, founded UNC’s Division of Neurology in 1952, which later became the Department of Neurology in 1976.

Child Neurology offers expertise in:


About Our Clinics

Our clinics, faculty, and providers apply state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities and multidisciplinary expertise to provide some of the best care in the southeast United States. The dieticians, psychologists, social workers, physical therapists, and occupational therapists provide important help for the patients we evaluate and manage in our clinics and wards.

The primary pediatric clinic and hospital wards are located in the UNC Children’s Hospital. These facilities offer a pleasant and friendly environment for families that support the healing process. All rooms are private and quiet, and a large playroom and entertainment facility offers fun environment for the children. UNC Child Neurology also offers clinics in Raleigh every Monday and in Lumberton once a month.


Clinic Locations

N.C. Children’s Hospital

101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Phone: (984) 974-1000

Carolina Pointe II

6011 Farrington Road, Suite 101
Chapel Hill, NC  27517

Phone: (984) 974-7337
Clinic Fax: (984) 364-2523
Referral Fax: (984) 974-5437