Consultant Neurology Epileptology - Abu Dhabi
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About the Role
A leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi seeks a Consultant Neurologist with subspecialty in Epileptology to diagnose and manage complex seizure disorders. The role involves interpreting EEG, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to clinical research and education.
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Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage patients with epilepsy and complex seizure disorders across adult and/or pediatric populations
- Perform comprehensive neurological assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Interpret and utilize diagnostic investigations including EEG, video EEG, brain MRI, and neurophysiological studies
- Optimize anti seizure medication management and provide guidance on advanced epilepsy therapies
- Collaborate with neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, and multidisciplinary epilepsy teams
- Participate in epilepsy MDT meetings and contribute to complex case discussions
- Provide patient and family counseling regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and long term care
- Maintain accurate medical documentation in accordance with DOH standards
- Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, research, and CME
- Mentor junior physicians and contribute to teaching and clinical service development
Requirements
- MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification
- Board Certification / Fellowship in Neurology
- Advanced fellowship training in Epileptology / Epilepsy Medicine preferred
- Minimum 5–10 years of post specialization experience at Consultant level
- Eligibility for DOH – Abu Dhabi Consultant license
- Strong expertise in epilepsy diagnosis, EEG interpretation, and management of complex seizure disorders
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Job Overview
- 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, and 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.
Qualifications & Requirements
- MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification.
- Board Certification / Fellowship / 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.
What We Offer
- 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.
Application Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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