Consultant Neurology Epileptology

Description

We're hiring | Consultant Neurologist – Epileptologist – Abu Dhabi, UAE

Location: Abu Dhabi

Employment type: Full-time

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Neurologist – Epileptologist to join a leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The successful candidate will provide specialized neurological care with a focus on epilepsy diagnosis, advanced management, and comprehensive treatment planning for patients with seizure disorders.

Key responsibilities

Diagnose and manage patients with epilepsy and complex seizure disorders across adult and/or pediatric populations.

Evaluate patients with:

New-onset seizures

Drug-resistant epilepsy

Focal and generalized epilepsy

Epileptic syndromes

Status epilepticus

Seizure-related neurological conditions

Perform comprehensive neurological assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.

Interpret and utilize diagnostic investigations including:

EEG and video EEG monitoring

Brain MRI and neuroimaging

Neurophysiological studies

Laboratory investigations and genetic evaluations where applicable

Optimize anti-seizure medication management and provide guidance on advanced epilepsy therapies.

Collaborate with neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neurophysiologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, and multidisciplinary epilepsy teams.

Participate in epilepsy MDT meetings and contribute to complex case discussions.

Provide patient and family counseling regarding diagnosis, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and long-term care.

Maintain accurate medical documentation in accordance with DOH standards and hospital policies.

Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, research, and continuing medical education (CME).

Mentor junior physicians and contribute to teaching and clinical service development.

Requirements

Qualifications & requirements

MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification.

Board certification, fellowship, or recognized postgraduate qualification in neurology.

Advanced fellowship training or subspecialty expertise in epileptology/epilepsy medicine 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.

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

Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

Commitment to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered neurological care.

Preferred candidate profile

Experience working in internationally accredited neurology centers or tertiary hospitals.

Expertise in video EEG monitoring, epilepsy surgery evaluation, and advanced epilepsy management is an advantage.

UAE or GCC experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Strong interest in clinical research and academic contribution.

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 neurological care environment with advanced diagnostic facilities and a multidisciplinary team.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.