Top 5 Neurologists in Irbid 2026

When do you need a neurologist?

Neurology deals with the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves. Neurologists diagnose and manage conditions such as chronic or recurrent headache and migraine, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. They also assess nerve problems that cause numbness or weakness, balance problems, and memory or thinking difficulties. Many patients are referred by a GP or family doctor, but you can often book a specialist clinic directly.

Consider booking a neurology appointment if you have:

• Headaches that are frequent, changing in pattern, or not settling with usual measures
• Numbness, tingling or weakness in an arm, leg or hand that keeps coming back
• A seizure, a suspected seizure, or episodes of blanking out
• Unsteadiness or repeated problems with balance
• Memory lapses that are becoming more frequent or worrying family members
• Tremor, stiffness or slowing of movement

Warning signs that need emergency care, not a clinic booking

Call 911 or go straight to an emergency department if someone has:

• Sudden facial drooping, arm or leg weakness, or slurred or confused speech. These can be signs of a stroke, where every minute matters.
• A sudden, severe headache that peaks within seconds or minutes, often described as the worst ever
• A headache with fever, stiff neck, confusion or a rash
• A seizure lasting more than five minutes, repeated seizures without recovery in between, or a first-ever seizure
• Sudden loss of vision, loss of consciousness, or new weakness after a head injury

Do not wait for a clinic appointment in these situations, and do not drive yourself.

How to choose among the doctors here

The ranking on this page reflects how complete each profile is. It does not show who is the best neurologist in Irbid for your problem. Use practical criteria instead:

• Neurology or neurosurgery? Neurologists diagnose and treat nervous-system conditions, usually with medication, tests and follow-up. Neurosurgeons operate on the brain and spine. Dr. Abdulhalim Ibdah's profile describes a neurosurgery and spine focus. The other four profiles are listed as neurology practices.
• Tests on site. If your doctor has asked for an EEG (brain wave recording) or EMG/nerve conduction study, ask whether the clinic performs it. Among these profiles, only Dr. Mohammad Abdullatif Khreim's biography mentions EEG, nerve conduction studies and electromyography.
• Days and hours. Epilepsy, Parkinson's disease and migraine often need repeated follow-up. Pick a schedule you can keep. Two clinics confirm Saturday-to-Thursday hours, while Irbid Specialty Neurology Center confirms Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday only.
• Location. One clinic is in Al-Husn and the rest are in Downtown Irbid. For long-term care, a shorter trip matters.
• Continuity. Two doctors share one centre, so confirm by name who you are seeing. This keeps follow-ups with the same clinician.
• Remote options. Dr. Khreim's biography mentions remote consultations. Ask whether that suits follow-up in your case.

What to expect at the first visit

A first neurology consultation usually starts with a detailed history. The doctor will ask when symptoms began, how often they happen, what triggers or relieves them, and what you have already tried. This is followed by a neurological examination, which may check reflexes, strength, sensation, coordination, walking, eye movements and memory. The doctor may then suggest tests such as an EEG, EMG, blood tests or imaging, and arrange a follow-up.

What to bring

• A list of all current medicines and supplements, or the packets themselves
• Previous reports, scans (images and written reports), EEG or EMG results, and discharge summaries
• A symptom diary: dates, times, duration, and what happened before and after each episode
• For seizures or blackouts, a witness or a short phone video recorded by family. This can help the doctor greatly.
• Your national ID or passport and insurance card, if you have one

Questions worth asking

• What do you think is causing my symptoms, and what else needs to be ruled out?
• Which tests do I need, and can they be done at this clinic?
• Which symptoms should make me seek urgent care before the next visit?
• Are there activities to avoid, such as driving after a seizure, until we know more?
• How often should I come for follow-up?

Bring a relative if memory or speech is affected. If an EEG is planned, ask the clinic how to prepare, because instructions about sleep, hair products or medicines can vary. Never stop or change a prescribed medicine without your doctor's advice.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

Consultation fees and accepted insurers can change, so ask the clinic directly when you book:

• What is the current consultation fee, and is a follow-up visit charged separately?
• Are tests such as EEG or EMG priced separately from the consultation?
• Do you accept my insurer, and do I need prior approval or a referral letter?
• Will the doctor I asked for definitely be in that day?
• How long is a typical first appointment, and should I arrive early?

Several biographies advise confirming the doctor's attendance with reception. This is worth doing at shared centres and at the clinic with branches in Irbid, Amman and Zarqa.

Getting there

Irbid governorate has around 2.2 million residents across districts including Irbid city, Ramtha, Al-Husn, Kufr Yuba, Al-Koura, Bani Kinanah and Al-Mazar Al-Shamali. Four of the five clinics listed here are in Downtown Irbid. Dr. Mohammad Qasaimeh's clinic is in Al-Husn, which may be more convenient for people living there. Downtown traffic and parking can be slow at busy times, so allow extra time.

The governorate's major hospitals include King Abdullah University Hospital, Prince Rashid bin Al-Hassan Military Hospital, Princess Basma Teaching Hospital and Irbid Specialty Hospital. For emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than a private clinic.

Checklist before you book

• Check that your symptoms are not an emergency. If in doubt, call 911.
• Decide whether you need a neurologist or a neurosurgical opinion.
• Compare confirmed clinic days with your own schedule.
• Confirm by name which doctor you are booked with.
• Ask whether needed tests (EEG, EMG) are done at the clinic.
• Ask about the current fee and whether your insurer is accepted.
• Gather previous reports, scans and your medicine list.
• Keep a symptom diary, and ask a witness to record any episodes if possible.
• Write down your questions and bring a companion if helpful.