Consultant Neurologist - Movement Disorders and DBS

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks an experienced Consultant Neurologist specializing in Movement Disorders and Deep Brain Stimulation for a neuroscience opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role combines clinic, DBS assessment, programming, long-term follow-up, and involvement in multidisciplinary clinics, teaching and research.

The ideal candidate is board-certified with fellowship training in Movement Disorders and DBS, with eligibility for relevant local licensing and a strong

Qualifications

• Medical degree such as MBBS or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Neurology Residency Program.
• Fellowship in Movement Disorders and Deep Brain Stimulation.
• Board Certification in Neurology.
• Eligibility for or possession of a Department of Health Abu Dhabi Consultant License.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage movement disorders per current guidelines.
• Assess and manage DBS and other device therapies.
• Lead multidisciplinary movement-disorder and DBS clinics.
• Supervise junior physicians and contribute to teaching.
• Contribute to clinical research and academic activities.

Skills

Movement disorders

DBS programming

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Teaching/mentoring

Clinical decision-making

Patient-centered care

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Neurology Residency

Fellowship in Movement Disorders & DBS

Neurology Board Certification

DOH Abu Dhabi Consultant License eligibility

Job description

Consultant Neurologist - Movement Disorders and DBS Job Snapshot Role: Consultant Neurologist - Movement Disorders and DBS Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Physician Experience: Minimum 8-10 years of post-specialization clinical experience Job Type: Not specified

Position Overview

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking an experienced Consultant Neurologist specializing in Movement Disorders and Deep Brain Stimulation for a neuroscience opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position focuses on comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of complex movement disorders, including Parkinson 's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, Huntington 's disease, and other neurological conditions requiring advanced therapeutic approaches. The consultant will also play a central role in evaluating patients for Deep Brain Stimulation and other device-assisted treatments, working closely with functional neurosurgery, neuroradiology, neurophysiology, rehabilitation, and allied healthcare teams.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Physician Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Not specified

About the Role

This consultant-level position combines specialist movement-disorder practice with advanced DBS assessment, programming, optimization, and long-term follow-up. The physician will manage patients across inpatient and outpatient neurology services while contributing to multidisciplinary movement-disorder clinics, clinical pathway development, teaching, quality improvement, and academic activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of movement disorders using current clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
• Treat patients with Parkinson 's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, Huntington 's disease, and other complex movement disorders.
• Assess patients for advanced therapies including Deep Brain Stimulation, infusion therapies, and other device-assisted interventions.
• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative evaluation of patients being considered for DBS.
• Perform post-operative DBS programming, optimization, troubleshooting, and long-term device management.
• Develop individualized treatment plans combining pharmacological, surgical, and rehabilitative approaches.
• Perform detailed neurological examinations and interpret relevant diagnostic investigations, including neuroimaging and electrophysiological studies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary movement-disorder and DBS clinics.
• Collaborate closely with functional neurosurgeons during patient selection, perioperative planning, and ongoing management.
• Optimize medication regimens alongside DBS and other advanced therapies.
• Provide long-term neurological follow-up for patients with progressive movement disorders.
• Educate patients and families regarding disease progression, available therapies, treatment expectations, and lifestyle modifications.
• Participate in inpatient and outpatient neurology services as required.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of movement-disorder clinical pathways.
• Support quality-improvement initiatives, patient-safety programs, and hospital accreditation standards.
• Supervise and mentor junior physicians, residents, fellows, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Participate in departmental meetings, case conferences, morbidity and mortality reviews, and continuing medical education activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to clinical research, publications, and academic activities where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Medical degree such as MBBS or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Completion of an accredited Neurology Residency Program.
• Fellowship training in Movement Disorders and Deep Brain Stimulation from a recognized international center.
• Board Certification in Neurology.
• Eligibility for or possession of a Department of Health Abu Dhabi Consultant License, as specified in the source requirements.

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of post-specialization clinical experience.
• Significant experience diagnosing and managing movement disorders.
• Demonstrated expertise in patient selection for Deep Brain Stimulation.
• Strong experience with DBS programming, optimization, troubleshooting, and long-term follow-up.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary movement-disorder clinics.
• Proven experience managing complex neurological disorders and advanced therapeutic interventions.
• Academic, teaching, or research experience is desirable.

Clinical Expertise

The successful candidate should demonstrate advanced capability in movement-disorder medicine and device-assisted neurological treatment, particularly across:

• Parkinson 's disease management
• Essential tremor
• Dystonia
• Huntington 's disease
• Complex movement disorders
• Deep Brain Stimulation
• DBS patient selection
• Pre-operative neurological assessment
• DBS programming and optimization
• Device troubleshooting
• Medication optimization
• Advanced infusion therapies
• Neuroimaging interpretation
• Electrophysiological investigations
• Multidisciplinary neurological care

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced movement-disorder diagnostic and management skills.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making capability.
• Expertise in DBS programming and optimization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary neuroscience teams.
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and continuous professional development.
• Strong leadership, teaching, and mentoring abilities.
• High ethical standards and a patient-centered approach.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and clinical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fellowship training from an internationally recognized institution in North America, Europe, Australia, or an equivalent training environment.
• Experience with advanced therapies including levodopa infusion and continuous subcutaneous therapies.
• Active involvement in clinical research and peer-reviewed publications.
• Membership or fellowship in recognized neurological professional societies.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a Board-certified Consultant Neurologist with dedicated fellowship training in Movement Disorders and Deep Brain Stimulation and substantial experience managing complex neurological disease. Strong capability in DBS patient selection, programming, long-term device management, advanced therapies, multidisciplinary care, and academic contribution will be particularly valuable.

Licensing Requirement

Eligibility for or possession of a Department of Health Abu Dhabi Consultant License is required by the source vacancy.

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East supports healthcare recruitment for specialist and consultant-level medical opportunities across the Middle East.