Consultant Neurologist Epileptologist

Location

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Employment type: Full-time

Job summary

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced consultant neurologist with expertise in epileptology to join a leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The successful candidate will provide specialized neurological care with a focus on the diagnosis and management of epilepsy and seizure disorders while working within a multidisciplinary neuroscience team.

Key responsibilities

Diagnose and manage patients with a wide range of neurological disorders, with a special focus on:

Epilepsy and seizure disorders

Drug-resistant epilepsy

Complex epilepsy syndromes

Status epilepticus management

Adult and adolescent seizure disorders

Conduct comprehensive neurological assessments, including history taking, neurological examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic investigations.

Develop individualized treatment plans involving anti-seizure medications, lifestyle modifications, and advanced therapeutic options where appropriate.

Evaluate patients for epilepsy surgery and other advanced epilepsy management pathways.

Interpret and utilize diagnostic tools, including:

EEG monitoring

Video EEG

Brain MRI

Neuroimaging studies

Neurophysiological investigations

Manage pre-operative and post-operative epilepsy cases in collaboration with neurosurgeons and multidisciplinary teams.

Provide patient and family education regarding seizure management, medication adherence, and safety measures.

Collaborate with neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neurophysiologists, psychiatrists, pediatric neurologists, and other specialists.

Participate in epilepsy multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, clinical audits, research, and continuing medical education (CME).

Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with DOH regulations and hospital policies.

Mentor junior physicians and contribute to departmental education and service development.

Qualifications and requirements

MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification.

Board certification, fellowship, or equivalent recognized consultant qualification in neurology.

Additional fellowship or advanced training in epileptology / epilepsy medicine is highly preferred.

Minimum 5–10 years of post-specialization experience at consultant level.

Eligibility for or possession of a Department of Health (DOH) – Abu Dhabi consultant license.

Proven expertise in epilepsy diagnosis, management, EEG interpretation, and complex seizure disorders.

Excellent communication, leadership, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based neurological care.

Preferred candidate profile

Experience working in internationally accredited tertiary neuroscience centers.

Expertise in epilepsy monitoring units (EMU), video EEG, epilepsy surgery evaluation, or neuromodulation therapies is an advantage.

UAE or GCC experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Strong commitment to research, teaching, and continuous professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

Medical insurance.

Annual paid leave and benefits as per UAE labour law and company policy.

Professional development and continuing medical education (CME) support.

Licensing assistance will be provided to eligible candidates.

Opportunity to work in a modern neuroscience facility with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities.