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Conditions treated by Dr. Salem Abdelhady

Neurologists are specialists who have received special training in diagnosing and treating brain and nervous system conditions. As neurology is a broad speciality area that deals with the entire nervous system and brain, a neurologist is able to diagnose and treat a variety of neurological disorders. Some of these specialists also go for further study to have specialization in a specific branch of neurology. Some of the conditions neurologist Dr. Salem Abdelhady treats are:

  • Encephalitis
  • Reye Syndrome
  • Epilepsy
  • Brain Cancer
  • Meningitis
  • Brain Stroke
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
  • Neurosyphilis
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Myelitis

The neurologist evaluates the condition of patients completely to know the reason of the illness. The neurological disorders are either cancers (benign, malignant) or infections (caused by fungus, virus, bacteria). The risk of developing these diseases increases with age.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Salem Abdelhady

A primary care physician usually refers a patient to a neurologist in case they experience any of the following symptoms:

  • Loss of automatic movements
  • Writing changes
  • Tingling or pain in parts of your body
  • Temporary vision loss
  • Rigid muscles
  • Impaired posture and balance
  • Changes in smell or taste
  • Speech changes (Slurred speech)
  • Slowed movement (bradykinesia)
  • Problems with sexual, bowel and bladder function
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Memory Loss
  • Tremor (shaking, usually begins in a limb, often your hand or fingers)
  • Ringing in your ears (tinnitus)

A person can also have problems with his/her senses due to sensory dysfunction. In such cases, they should also consult a neurologist to seek treatment.

Operating Hours of Dr. Salem Abdelhady

Doctor Salem Abdelhady is available from 10 am to 4 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Although the doctor is mostly available at the given time, call the doctor or his assistant to confirm his availability.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Salem Abdelhady

The below-listed popular procedures that Dr. Salem Abdelhady performs are::

  • Brachial Plexus Injuries/Stereotactic Procedures

The condition of the patient is accessed completely by the doctor before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. The neurologist is popular for their high success rate and patient-centric approach which helps fast recovery of the patient. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety.

Qualification

  • Dr. Salem obtained his Bachelors in Medicine and Surgery from Ain Shams University, Egypt in 2004. He later obtained his Masters in Neuropsychiatry also from Ain Shams University in 2009. Post his masters, he obtained MD in Neurology in 2014 from Ain Shams University.

Past Experiences

  • Dr. Salem has worked at tertiary care hospitals such as Ain Shams University Hospital and Cleopatra Hospital in Egypt as Consultant Neurologist managing complete spectrum of Neurological functions from Conservative, Diagnostic to Emergency Neurology. Dr. Salem worked with Dr. Bakhsh Hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia as a Senior Specialist before moving to NMC Speciality Hospital, Al Ain as a Specialist Neurologist.
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Dr. Salem has attended the International observation program at Epilepsy Centre of Cleveland Clinic’s Neurology Institute. He did Observational Fellowship of Neurophysiology from University Hospital Inselspital Berne, Switzerland. He has attended the European Academy of Neurology Conference in 2018 in Lisbon with Poster display.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brachial Plexus Injuries/Stereotactic Procedures

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Salem Abdelhady have?
Dr. Salem Abdelhady is a specialized Neurologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates.
Does Dr. Salem Abdelhady offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Salem Abdelhady have?
Dr. Salem Abdelhady is one of the most sought after specialists in United Arab Emirates and has over 12 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurologist

What does a Neurologist do?

A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating the diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, is called a neurologist. They have to complete compulsory training after becoming a doctor, to have expertise in their specialization area. This specialty is concerned with conditions that are linked to life and death scenarios owing to which the technologies and techniques in this field have advanced rapidly. Neurologists always try to know the cause of a condition before starting treatment. For this, they conduct different tests and procedures in order to diagnose and treat neurological disorders.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurologist?

There are certain tests that you need to get done before and after consultation with a neurologist so that they can evaluate the overall condition of the patient and start appropriate treatment. Neurologists perform the below-given tests to confirm a condition(s) of the nervous system::

  • Cerebral Angiogram
  • Computerized tomography (CT) scan
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Echocardiogram
  • Carotid Iltrasound
  • Physical Exam
  • Blood Tests

A neurologist might suggest some more tests as listed below:

  1. Angiography
  2. Biopsy Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
  3. Electroencephalography
  4. Electromyography
  5. Electronystagmography
  6. Evoked potentials
  7. Myelography
  8. polysomnogram
  9. Thermography
When should you go to see a Neurologist

Here are some of the top symptoms that suggest you should consult a neurologist:

Headaches: Headaches can be common, and might happen sometimes as a result of fatigue, stress, and hunger. In case of persistent headaches, consult your doctor.

Change in Vision: Blurred loss of vision could result from the aging process, exposure to bright light, and an injury to the eye. But they can be a sign of more severe neurological conditions.

Dizziness: It is common to feel dizzy when you have a head cold. But chronic dizziness is not normal. This could be a sign of different ailments and should be evaluated.

Memory Loss: Mild forgetfulness is a normal symptom but when it begins to affect your everyday life, it is time to consult your doctor. Memory loss is a symptom of a number of neurological conditions.