Robert P. Dunbar, Jr., M.D.

Growing up, my mom was a nurse at our local community hospital and my dad was a state college professor. From them, I learned at an early age the value of commitment to one's community and of service to others. After college, I served for two years as Peace Corps Volunteer in West Africa. My experience there influenced my decision to pursue a career in medicine. I later served seven years on active duty in the US Navy, both overseas and in Virginia, most recently caring for some of the active duty personnel returning from Afghanistan and Iraq.

I strongly believe in Harborview's mission to our community. I am proud to work at a facility that promotes excellence in care to all comers. Furthermore, I believe that one of the biggest issues today is people's feeling of disenfranchisement. Through open communication patients become involved in their care and recovery.