Dr. Syed Hosain

Consultant, Paediatric Neurology
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English, Urdu, Hindi, Arabic
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Dr. Syed Hosain, M.D., is a paediatric neurology consultant at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi. He is a paediatric neurologist and epileptologist with over 25 years of expertise in childhood neurological disorders. He is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, specialising in child neurology, and the American Board of Clinical Neurophysiology.

Dr. Syed Hosain, M.D., is a leading consultant in paediatric neurology at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi. With over 25 years of experience in diagnosing and treating childhood neurological disorders, Dr. Hosain is recognised for his expertise as both a paediatric neurologist and epileptologist.

Dr. Hosain is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, specialising in Child Neurology, as well as the American Board of Clinical Neurophysiology. His extensive training and certification ensure that he adheres to the highest standards of medical care.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Hosain holds academic positions at Gulf Medical University and Khalifa University, and he has previously taught at Rutgers University. His dual role as an educator and practitioner enhances his impact on both students and patients alike. Dr. Hosain has authored over 70 publications in the fields of neurology and epilepsy, showcasing his commitment to advancing knowledge and treatment options in paediatric neurology.

Dr. Hosain is fluent in multiple languages, including English, Urdu, Hindi, and Arabic, allowing him to effectively communicate with a diverse patient population. This ability enhances patient comfort and understanding during consultations. Choosing Dr. Syed Hosain for paediatric neurology care means accessing a wealth of experience, knowledge and personalised treatment approaches tailored to the unique needs of each child.

Doctor can help with

  • Paediatric neurology
  • Paediatric epilepsy
  • Paediatric neurogenetics
  • Neurophysiology

Memberships

  • Member – American Epilepsy Society
  • Member – Child Neurology Society

Licences and certifications

  • Certified, Department of Health, UAE (DOH)
  • Licensed, State of New Jersey, USA
  • Licensed, State of New York, USA
  • Certified – The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with Special Competence in Child Neurology
  • Certified – The American Board of Clinical Neurophysiology

Training and work experience

  • Consultant, Paediatric Neurology

    Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), UAE

  • Clinical Professor of Paediatrics

    Gulf Medical University, UAE

  • Clinical Professor

    Khalifa University, UAE

  • Professor of Paediatrics and Neurology

    Rutgers University, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, USA

  • Director, Division of Clinical Neurophysiology and Epilepsy (Adults and Paediatrics)

    University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) – New Jersey Medical School, USA

  • Associate Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience

    University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) – New Jersey Medical School, USA

  • Assistant Professor of Neurology and Paediatrics

    Weill Medical College at Cornell University, USA

  • Director, Paediatric Epilepsy Programme

    Weill Medical College at Cornell University, USA

  • Internship, Internal Medicine & Surgery

    Dow Medical College, University of Karachi, Pakistan

  • Internship, Paediatrics

    New York Medical College, USA

  • Residency/Fellowship, Paediatric Neurology

    New York University Medical Centre, USA

Education

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)

    Dow Medical College, University of Karachi, Pakistan
  • Fellowship, Clinical Neurology and Epilepsy

    Cornell University Medical Centre, USA
  • Fellowship, Neurodegenerative Diseases

    Kennedy Krieger Institute, Johns Hopkins Hospital, USA
  • Fellowship, Paediatric Epilepsy

    Cornell University Medical Centre, USA
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