Burjeel Hospital, Dubai – United Arab Emirates
About Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad
Prof. Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad is a Consultant Neurologist in Dubai, UAE with over 40 years of clinical and teaching experience. He is FRCP-credentialed, UK-trained, and one of the region's leading neurologists with 20,000+ procedures performed across adult and paediatric neurology.
- 40+ years of clinical experience in adult and paediatric neurology and neurophysiology
- MBBS, MRCP, FRCP (Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians)
- International Advisor for the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)
- Former Professor and Chairman of Neurology — Baghdad Medical College, Iraq
- 20,000+ procedures successfully performed
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) — Iraq
- Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) — United Kingdom
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) — United Kingdom
Fellowships & Special Training
- Clinical and teaching experience gained in the United Kingdom at prestigious hospitals and clinics
- Specialty training in adult and paediatric neurology
- Specialty training in neurophysiology — EMG (NCS), SSEP, EEG, and long-term video EEG monitoring
Certifications & Accreditations
- Royal College of Physicians (UK) — Fellow (FRCP)
- Royal College of Physicians (UK) — International Advisor
- Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Licensing
- UAE Ministry of Health Registration
- Specialist certification in Neurology
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Epilepsy
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Acute and Non-Acute Strokes
- Headaches and Migraine
- Parkinson's Disease and Tremor
- Movement Disorders
- Peripheral Nerve Involvement
- Neuropathic Pain
- Memory Loss and Dementia
- Sleep Disorders
- Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Neuropathy (CIDP)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Paediatric Neurological Conditions (Cerebral Palsy, Autism, ADHD, Developmental Disorders)
Sub-specialties
- Epilepsy & Neurophysiology: Senior expertise in EMG (NCS), SSEP, EEG, and long-term video EEG monitoring — a trusted neurologist specialist in Dubai, UAE for international patients seeking expert epilepsy and neurophysiology care.
- Adult and Paediatric Neurology: Comprehensive lifespan neurology.
- Neuromuscular Disease: GBS, CIDP, Myasthenia Gravis.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Neurophysiology — EMG (NCS)
- Neurophysiology — SSEP (Somatosensory Evoked Potentials)
- Neurophysiology — EEG
- Long-term Video EEG Monitoring
- Anti-Epileptic Drug Optimisation
- Comprehensive Stroke Evaluation
- Multiple Sclerosis Disease-Modifying Therapy
- Parkinson's Disease Medication Optimisation
- Cognitive Assessment for Memory Loss
- Paediatric Neurology Workup
- Neuropathic Pain Management
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Burjeel Hospital, Dubai, UAE — Consultant Neurologist (Adult and Paediatric Neurology), Present
Past Affiliations
- Royal College of Physicians (United Kingdom) — International Advisor
- Baghdad Medical College, Iraq — Professor and Chairman of Neurology
- Prestigious United Kingdom hospitals and clinics — Clinical and teaching experience
- Neuro Spinal Hospital, Dubai, UAE — Senior Consultant Neurologist
Academic & Research Roles
- Former Professor and Chairman of Neurology — Baghdad Medical College
- International Advisor — Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)
- Author — Multiple publications in renowned journals (Journal of Neurological Sciences, Iraqi Medical Journal, Journal of the Faculty of Medicine, Journal of Neuroradiology)
- Guest speaker — Scientific conferences, CMEs, and worldwide conferences (particularly on Epilepsy)
Key Achievements
- 40+ years of clinical experience in adult and paediatric neurology
- 20,000+ procedures successfully performed
- Awarded by the Minister of Health for being the first among 250 students graduated by the Minister of Higher Education for Publications
- Awarded by the Congress of the World Federation of Neurology Dubai for services in Neurology
- FRCP from the Royal College of Physicians (UK)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Award from the Minister of Health — First among 250 students graduated by the Minister of Higher Education for Publications
- Award from the Congress of the World Federation of Neurology Dubai for services in Neurology
- FRCP — Royal College of Physicians (UK)
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Physicians (UK) — Fellow and International Advisor
- Royal College of Physicians (UK) — Member (MRCP)
- World Federation of Neurology
- Dubai Health Authority
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Al Fahad S, et al. Author of multiple peer-reviewed publications in the Journal of Neurological Sciences, Iraqi Medical Journal, Journal of the Faculty of Medicine, and Journal of Neuroradiology.
- Al Fahad S, et al. Research on Neuro-Behcet's Disease, Guillain-Barré Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Neuropathy (CIDP), and stroke in young adult Iraqi patients.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Neuro-Behcet's Disease
- Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) and CIDP
- Stroke in young adults
- Epilepsy and neurophysiology
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation | ₹3,000 – ₹7,500 | $36 – $90 |
| Electrophysiology (EMG/NCS) | ₹8,000 – ₹30,000 | $96 – $360 |
| EEG / Long-term Video EEG Monitoring | ₹10,000 – ₹65,000 | $120 – $780 |
| Epilepsy Comprehensive Workup | ₹25,000 – ₹1,00,000 | $300 – $1,200 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Plan | ₹20,000 – ₹80,000 | $240 – $960 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad use in Neurologist treatment?
Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad applies senior FRCP-credentialed neurophysiology techniques including EMG (NCS), SSEP, EEG, long-term video EEG monitoring, anti-epileptic drug optimisation, comprehensive stroke evaluation, multiple sclerosis disease-modifying therapy, Parkinson's medication optimisation, cognitive assessment, paediatric neurology workup, and neuropathic pain management — drawing on 40+ years of UK clinical and teaching experience. Contact Cancer Rounds for a detailed technology overview specific to your case.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad specialize in treating?
Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad is a specialist in Neurologist care, with deep expertise in epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, acute and non-acute strokes, headaches and migraine, Parkinson's disease and tremor, movement disorders, peripheral nerve involvement, neuropathic pain, memory loss, sleep disorders, Guillain-Barré syndrome, CIDP, myasthenia gravis, and paediatric neurological conditions in Dubai, UAE.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad?
Appointments with Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Sarmad Al Fahad offer second opinions for Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Neurologist specialist in Dubai, UAE.
