Dr. Timothy Louie, M.D. joined the Swift Institute Neurology team in 2023. Originally from Southern California, Dr. Louie relocated to the Reno - Tahoe area in 1997 after completing a fellowship in neuromuscular diseases at the University of Utah. Before that, he completed his BA with a combined biology and chemistry major at Point Loma Nazarene College in San Diego in 1988. Dr. Louie earned his MD at Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine in 1992.
Dr. Timothy Louie, M.D. joined the Swift Institute Neurology team in 2023. Originally from Southern California, Dr. Louie relocated to the Reno - Tahoe area in 1997 after completing a fellowship in neuromuscular diseases at the University of Utah. Before that, he completed his BA with a combined biology and chemistry major at Point Loma Nazarene College in San Diego in 1988. Dr. Louie earned his MD at Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine in 1992.
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Dr Louie is a brilliant doctor and a joy to talk with. He explains what’s happening and why medication will help.
(3 days ago)
Jun-2026
Dr Louie answers my questions in terms I understand. He never makes me feel rushed. I have been a patient for many years and trust that Dr Louie has my best imedical interests covered.
(6 days ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Louie took time to listen to several concerns. Helped us find solutions for all of them.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Great Dr.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
He communicates and listens.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
I drove 45 miles to see this Doctor Who gave me a minute of his time really didn’t look at me and again I left with no answers and I had to pay a $50 co-pay
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
I have dystonia and Tourette’s and for years and years could not find a provider that would listen to me or try to help me or spend the time that I needed until I met Dr. Louie I cannot say enough nice things about him and how he has treated me as a patient and has listened to me over the years and I have seen so much improvement in stability in my symptoms today I brought my dad with me to my appointment and my dad was very thoroughly impressed with Dr. Louie as well. I recommend him to anyone and everyone.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Great doctor, personal and smart. Explains things and will talk and answer questions. Always sends positive vibes even though most hist patients are terminal.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
What a great guy! The best neurologist I’ve ever had (in 74 years with a history of severe migraines). Thank you, Dr Louie. Efficiently run office, amazing care and service.
Dr. Timothy Louie, M.D. joined the Swift Institute Neurology team in 2023. Originally from Southern California, Dr. Louie relocated to the Reno - Tahoe area in 1997 after completing a fellowship in neuromuscular diseases at the University of Utah. Before that, he completed his BA with a combined biology and chemistry major at Point Loma Nazarene College in San Diego in 1988. Dr. Louie earned his MD at Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine in 1992. He completed his internship at Loma Linda University Medical Center in 1993 before finishing his residency training at UC Irvine Medical Center in Orange, CA.
Dr. Louie practiced general neurology privately for 18 years before joining a Reno-based medical group in 2015. He has a special interest in neuromuscular diseases such as neuropathies, myopathies, motor neuron diseases, and myasthenia gravis. He has served as medical director of Northern Nevada’s only Muscular Dystrophy Association clinic. Dr. Louie works in cooperation with the ALS Association Nevada Chapter, operating a multidisciplinary ALS clinic in Reno.
When he is not in the office, you may find Dr. Louie cooking, hiking, biking, playing tennis, or rarely on the golf course. He's also an avid Nevada Wolfpack and West Virginia Mountaineers football and basketball fan
Dr Louie is a brilliant doctor and a joy to talk with. He explains what’s happening and why medication will help.
Dr Louie answers my questions in terms I understand. He never makes me feel rushed. I have been a patient for many years and trust that Dr Louie has my best imedical interests covered.
Dr. Louie took time to listen to several concerns. Helped us find solutions for all of them.
Great Dr.
He communicates and listens.
I drove 45 miles to see this Doctor Who gave me a minute of his time really didn’t look at me and again I left with no answers and I had to pay a $50 co-pay
I have dystonia and Tourette’s and for years and years could not find a provider that would listen to me or try to help me or spend the time that I needed until I met Dr. Louie I cannot say enough nice things about him and how he has treated me as a patient and has listened to me over the years and I have seen so much improvement in stability in my symptoms today I brought my dad with me to my appointment and my dad was very thoroughly impressed with Dr. Louie as well. I recommend him to anyone and everyone.
Great doctor, personal and smart. Explains things and will talk and answer questions. Always sends positive vibes even though most hist patients are terminal.
What a great guy! The best neurologist I’ve ever had (in 74 years with a history of severe migraines). Thank you, Dr Louie. Efficiently run office, amazing care and service.
Took care of all of my concerns