James Mobley

Dr. James Mobley is a Lecturer in Epidemiology at Sam Houston State University since 2014, teaching virtually from Portland, Texas. His expertise spans Public Health and Family Medicine. He serves as Medical Advisor to Texas A&M Health South Texas Initiative, addressing diabetes, cancer, and asthma in 27 South Texas counties. As San Patricio County Health Authority for 40 years, he holds one of the longest-serving roles in Texas. Retired U.S. Army Brigadier General, he led the 807th Medical Command and founded a medical careers club for high school students over 25 years.

Educational Background

• MD: University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (1973)
• MPH: Texas A&M School of Rural Public Health – Epidemiology (2013, Honors)
• BS: Texas A&M – Zoology (1969)

Research & Professional Highlights

Focuses on community health interventions and military medical leadership. His work emphasizes reducing chronic disease prevalence in rural populations through innovative public health programs. Maintains strong ties to military healthcare systems through his U.S. Army service and leadership roles.

Awards & Recognition

• Fellow, American Academy of Family Medicine
• Order of Military Medical Merit, U.S. Medical Regiment
• Texas Academy of Family Physicians Public Health Award

Advising & Leadership

Guided high school students toward medical careers via a long-running club initiative. Previously led Medical Arts Clinics in Portland/Aransas Pass and served as Commanding General of a major military medical command.