Consultant Neurologist

The Consultant Neurologist will be responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with neurological disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. The consultant will provide specialized neurological care, conduct consultations, and coordinate with other hospital departments to ensure quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Examine patients and diagnose neurological disorders.
• Manage conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, migraine, Parkinsons disease, dementia, and neuropathy.
• Conduct neurological assessments and prescribe appropriate treatment.
• Interpret neurological investigations, including EEG, EMG/NCV, and brain imaging reports, as applicable.
• Provide inpatient consultations and outpatient department (OPD) services.
• Attend emergency cases involving stroke, seizures, and other neurological emergencies.
• Monitor patients progress and modify treatment plans when required.
• Coordinate with neurosurgeons, radiologists, emergency physicians, and other specialists.
• Maintain accurate patient records, medical documentation, and treatment reports.
• Follow hospital protocols, infection-control practices, and patient-safety standards.
• Counsel patients and their families regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS from a recognized medical institution.
• MD/DNB in General Medicine or an accepted equivalent qualification.
• DM/DNB in Neurology or an appropriate recognized equivalent super-specialty qualification.
• Valid registration with the relevant State Medical Council/National Medical Register, as applicable.

Required Skills:

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Expertise in managing neurological conditions and emergencies.
• Good communication and patient-counselling skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to ethical medical practice and patient confidentiality.