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Consultant Neurologist
Dr. Miguel Ley Nacher is a Consultant Neurologist and Epileptologist based at Al Zahra Hospital in Dubai, UAE.
Prior to relocating to the UAE, Dr. Ley served at Hospital del Mar, a Spanish national reference center for refractory epilepsy. He specializes in drug‑resistant epilepsy, with expertise in continuous video‑EEG monitoring, SEEG‑guided intracranial electrode implantation, and resective epilepsy surgery.
He is experienced in advanced neuroimaging, robotic‑assisted interventions, electrical source imaging, and laser interstitial thermal ablation, and manages status epilepticus in both ICU and emergency settings. Dr. Ley Nacher is recognized for his precision, innovation, and leadership in the management of complex epilepsy cases.
Consultant Neurologist
Dr. Kanaan is an American Board–Certified Neurologist and fellowship-trained headache specialist with extensive clinical, academic, and research expertise. He has served as a headache specialist at Harvard Medical School/Brigham and Women’s Hospital and as an Assistant Professor of Neurology at the University of Cincinnati. He is an active member of the American Headache Society and the American Academy of Neurology.
Dr. Kanaan has led and co-authored numerous multicenter clinical trials in migraine, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer’s disease, with publications in leading journals and book chapters. His professional experience includes leadership roles as Staff Neurologist and Headache Specialist at Premier Health, Via Christi Hospitals, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. His clinical expertise covers headaches, Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, epilepsy and seizure disorders, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and fibromyalgia.
With internationally recognized training and board certifications, Dr. Kanaan combines academic rigor with clinical expertise to deliver comprehensive neurological care at the highest level.
Consultant Neurologist
Dr. Farah Azri Negadi is a highly respected Consultant Neurologist at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, with over 12 years of experience in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions. She holds advanced diplomas from Aix-Marseille University and Paris Sud University in France and is currently pursuing further specialization in Multiple Sclerosis disease. Dr. Negadi has extensive expertise in neurophysiology, EEG, EMG, nerve conduction studies, lumbar puncture, and advanced neuroimaging, including functional neuroimaging. Her clinical interests include migraine, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, movement disorders, neuromuscular and neurovascular diseases, stroke, cognitive disorders, and encephalitis. She previously held senior neurology roles at leading French university hospitals, including Brest University Hospital and Hospital of Sainte Musse in Toulon. Renowned for her compassionate, patient-centred approach, Dr. Negadi is dedicated to building strong therapeutic relationships and delivering evidence-based, personalised neurological care.
Consultant Neurologist
Dr. Claudia Granbichler is a highly experienced neurologist with over 18 years of expertise in managing acute and chronic neurological diseases. She trained and worked with leading epilepsy specialists in Europe and later practiced for many years at one of the world’s top hospitals, developing particular expertise in stroke treatment and prevention. She is especially passionate about hyperacute neurological conditions such as stroke and seizures, delivering rapid, targeted care within multidisciplinary neurology-led teams. Her clinical practice spans the full continuum of care, including advanced neurological evaluation, imaging and neurophysiology interpretation, acute inpatient treatment, long-term follow-up, and secondary prevention. Dr. Granbichler also manages a broad range of neurological disorders, including migraine and headache, vertigo and dizziness, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, movement disorders, dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. Holding a PhD in neuroscience, she integrates cutting-edge research and the latest international guidelines into her practice to provide state-of-the-art, evidence-based care.
Consultant Neurologist
Dr. Amr Obaid is a German Board–certified Consultant Neurologist with a special qualification in Epileptology and extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient neurology care. He currently serves as a Consultant Neurologist at SEHA Sh. Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, a role he has held since August 2025. His clinical practice focuses on comprehensive neurological evaluation and management, with particular expertise in epilepsy care. Dr. Obaid obtained his German Board certification in Neurology through Ärztekammer Niedersachsen, where he completed his specialist training between 2014 and 2022. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine from Damascus University, laying the foundation for his international medical career.
Specialist Neurologist
Dr. Ovgu Ozturkeri is a highly experienced Neurologist in Dubai with over 15 years of clinical expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide spectrum of neurological disorders, including migraine, vertigo, neuropathies, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from Yeditepe University Medical School in Istanbul in 2005 and completed her Neurology specialization at Baskent University in Ankara in 2011. She holds multiple professional certifications, including Turkish National Neurology Board Certification, European Neurology Board Certification, and Clinical Neurophysiology EMG training. Dr. Ozturkeri has practiced at respected institutions such as Neuro Spinal Hospital in Dubai and Esrefpasa Hospital in Izmir, gaining extensive experience in managing complex neurological conditions and performing EEG and EMG procedures. In recognition of her academic contributions, Baskent University Hospital awarded her the title of Research Associate in Neurology in 2014, and she has collaborated with Ege University on research in cognitive and behavioral sciences.
Dr. Ozturkeri has published work exploring neurological complications related to renal transplantation, haemodialysis, stroke, encephalopathy, and postoperative conditions, contributing to the advancement of clinical knowledge in neurology. Her special interests include headache disorders, peripheral nerve conditions, neck and back pain, stroke care, dementia, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and epilepsy management. She is also skilled in the use of Botox therapy for neurological conditions such as spasticity, migraine, blepharospasm, and hemifacial spasm. A member of the Izmir Medical Chamber, Turkish Neurological Society, and European Board of Neurology, she remains actively engaged in the advancement of neurological care and is dedicated to delivering evidence‑based, patient‑centered care aimed at improving neurological outcomes and quality of life.
Consultant Neurologist
Dr. Tiago Moreira is a Consultant Neurologist specializing in Stroke and Cerebrovascular Medicine and currently serves as Head of Stroke Service at Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City. He also holds an academic appointment as Associate Professor of Neurology at Karolinska Institutet since 2020. Dr. Moreira has held leadership roles at Karolinska University Hospital, including Head of Section within the Department of Neurology and Research Executive for the international stroke registry SITS.
He brings extensive experience in change leadership, particularly during the planning and operational transition to the New Karolinska Hospital. His clinical expertise includes stroke unit management, thrombolysis, intracerebral hemorrhage, and referral for endovascular treatments. He is also trained in cervical and transcranial ultrasound and completed advanced cerebrovascular training in Lausanne, Switzerland. Dr. Moreira has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications in international medical journals, contributing to advancements in stroke care. He continues to combine clinical leadership, research, and education to improve outcomes in stroke and cerebrovascular disease.
Consultant Neurologist
Dr. Aiman Al Saiaari is a Consultant Neurologist currently practicing at NMC Royal Hospital in Abu Dhabi. With membership in the German Society of Neurology and over a decade of clinical experience, he operates across acute, intensive care, and rehabilitation settings. Dr. Al Saiaari expertly manages complex conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy, utilizing advanced procedural skills in electroencephalography, electromyography, and color-coded duplex sonography. Notably, he has held key leadership roles, including managing a Neurointensive Care Unit where he developed clinical policies and coordinated multidisciplinary teams. Furthermore, his non-clinical expertise encompasses clinical stroke research and the active supervision of medical trainees.
Consultant Neurologist
Dr. Omar Ali Salamah Al-Louzi is a distinguished Consultant Neurologist bringing 12 years of comprehensive clinical expertise to his practice. Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, he currently serves as a Consultant Neurologist at American Hospital, Dubai. He also worked as a Staff Neurologist and the Director of the Visual Outcomes Lab at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in California, USA. Dr. Al-Louzi cultivated his extensive clinical authority through premier medical training, which includes completing an advanced fellowship at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and serving as Neurology Chief Resident at the prestigious Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital.
In his clinical practice, Dr. Al-Louzi specializes in general neurology, multiple sclerosis, and neuroimmunology, expertly managing complex conditions such as headache, epilepsy, and stroke. He is deeply dedicated to providing patient-centered care, with a unique clinical focus on preserving visual outcomes in neuroimmunological disorders and delivering high-quality acute care through industry-leading teleneurology services. To precisely diagnose and monitor disease progression, Dr. Al-Louzi extensively utilizes advanced diagnostic tools, including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
