Robin Novakovic

Robin Novakovic is a Professor of Radiology, Vascular Neurology, and Neurocritical Care at UT Southwestern Medical Center, where she has been a faculty member since 2008. She serves in the Neuroradiology Division and holds significant leadership roles including Quality Officer for the Peter O'Donnell Jr. Brain Institute. Dr. Novakovic is deeply involved in advancing stroke care standards at regional, state, and international levels.

Education:

• M.D. from Rush Medical College
• Neurology Residency at University of Chicago Hospital
• Fellowship in Neurocritical Care and Acute Stroke at University of Chicago Hospital
• Fellowship in Neuroendovascular Surgery at UT Southwestern

Her research focuses on neurocritical care, vascular neurology, interventional neuroradiology, and stroke treatment innovations. She actively participates in clinical trials to advance neurological treatments and has contributed to influential journal publications, book chapters, and national training guidelines. Her work emphasizes quality improvement in stroke rehabilitation and certification standards.

Professional Leadership:

• Chair of Stroke Committee, North Central Texas Trauma Regional Advisory Council
• Board Member, North Central Texas Trauma Regional Advisory Council
• Member of Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council Stroke Committee
• Editorial Board Member for Interventional Neurology Journal
• Ad hoc reviewer for leading neurology publications

Honors:

• Distinguished Service Award for contributions to international medical societies

She maintains active membership in prominent organizations including the American Academy of Neurology, Neurocritical Care Society, Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology, and Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery. Dr. Novakovic frequently chairs committees and speaks at major conferences like the International Stroke Conference and American Neurological Association meetings.