Top 5 Neurophysiology Specialists in Amman 2026

When do you need a neurophysiology assessment?

Clinical neurophysiology is the part of neurology that measures the electrical activity of the brain, nerves and muscles.

• Electroencephalography (EEG) records brain activity through small sensors placed on the scalp. It is mainly used to help assess epilepsy and other episodes such as blackouts or unexplained spells.
• Nerve conduction studies (NCS) and electromyography (EMG) test how well peripheral nerves carry signals and how muscles respond. They help when symptoms suggest a problem with the nerves in the arms or legs, or with the muscles themselves.

These tests support a neurologist's examination; they do not replace it. A normal result does not always rule a condition out, and an abnormal one has to be read alongside your history. That is why every doctor on this page lists a neurology consultation alongside the tests.

Reasons people commonly book a visit include:

• Recurrent or changing headaches, or migraine that is hard to manage
• Numbness, tingling or weakness in an arm or leg that develops over days or weeks
• Episodes of jerking, staring or loss of awareness
• Unsteadiness or balance problems
• Repeated memory lapses that worry you or your family
• Tremor or other changes in movement

Warning signs that need urgent care

Do not wait for a clinic appointment if any of the following happens. Call 911 in Jordan straight away:

• Possible stroke: sudden face drooping, arm or leg weakness, slurred or lost speech, or sudden loss of vision. Note the time the symptoms started.
• Sudden severe headache: a very sudden headache that feels like the worst you have ever had, or a headache with fever, a stiff neck, confusion or a rash.
• Prolonged or repeated seizures: a seizure lasting more than five minutes, or repeated seizures without recovery in between.
• First seizure: a first-ever seizure, or a seizure with an injury, breathing difficulty or pregnancy.
• After a head injury: new confusion, drowsiness or weakness.

How to choose among the doctors here

People searching for the best neurophysiology specialists in Amman usually want a doctor who offers the right test, at a time and place they can manage, with insurance that works. The list is ordered by profile completeness, so use your own criteria.

Match the service to your symptoms.

• EEG: all five profiles list it.
• Nerve conduction studies or EMG: listed by Dr. Laith Maali, Dr. Adnan Fayez Almasri, Dr. Samir Abdulrahim Farah and Dr. Amjad Bani Hani.
• Repetitive nerve stimulation: listed only by Dr. Almasri, whose biography links it to myasthenia. His profile also lists botulinum toxin for chronic migraine and limb spasticity, and occipital nerve injections.
• Stroke prevention and follow-up: listed by Dr. Maali.
• Tremor and movement symptoms: listed by Dr. Farah. Dr. Sheikh Qasem's biography mentions tremor.
• Memory concerns: listed by Dr. Maali and mentioned in Dr. Sheikh Qasem's biography.

Check hours against your routine. Dr. Almasri's confirmed hours are three days a week. Dr. Farah and Dr. Bani Hani list Saturday to Thursday. Dr. Maali sees patients six days with a shorter Thursday, and Dr. Sheikh Qasem from Saturday to Wednesday. Tests such as EEG and EMG can take longer than a standard consultation, so ask for a slot that allows enough time.

Ask who performs and reports the test. Ask whether the same doctor who examines you also performs the test, writes the report and explains the results, and whether that happens at the same visit.

Bring your referral if you have one. If another doctor requested a specific test, such as an EEG or nerve conduction of the hands, share the request when booking so the clinic schedules the right study.

What to expect at the first visit

The neurologist will usually take a detailed history and examine strength, reflexes, sensation, coordination and balance before deciding whether a test is needed. Some clinics may perform the test the same day; others book it separately.

What to bring

• A referral letter, if you have one
• Previous EEG, EMG or nerve study reports, and any brain or spine scan reports and images
• A written list of all medicines and supplements you take
• For seizures or spells: a diary of dates and what happened, and if possible a short phone video of an episode recorded by a family member
• A relative or friend who has witnessed your episodes, if you can

Preparing for an EEG

Wash your hair the night before or that morning, and avoid oils, gels or sprays. Keep taking your usual medicines unless the clinic tells you otherwise. Never stop seizure medicine on your own. Some EEGs are done after reduced sleep; follow the clinic's instructions exactly. During the recording you may be asked to breathe deeply or look at flashing lights.

Preparing for nerve conduction studies and EMG

Avoid creams and lotions on your arms and legs that day, and wear loose clothing. Nerve studies use brief electrical pulses, and EMG uses a fine needle in selected muscles. Both can be uncomfortable but are usually well tolerated. Tell the doctor beforehand if you take blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder, or have a pacemaker or other implanted device.

Questions worth asking

• What do you think is causing my symptoms?
• Why is this test needed, and what will it show?
• When will I get the report, and who will explain it?
• What follow-up do you recommend?
• Is it safe for me to drive while this is being investigated?

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

Insurer lists on the profiles are:

• Arab Orient Insurance: Dr. Maali and Dr. Almasri
• Jordan International Insurance (Newton): Dr. Farah

Even when your insurer is listed, ask:

• Whether the consultation and the test are covered separately
• Whether the test needs pre-approval or a referral
• Whether there is a co-payment

No consultation fees are published on these profiles, so ask the clinic for the consultation fee and the test fee before you go.

Booking details also differ:

• Dr. Almasri has clinics in Amman and Irbid. His profile notes that staff confirm the branch, appointment and service, so state clearly that you want the Shmeisani clinic.
• Dr. Farah and Dr. Bani Hani both work at Ibn Al-Haytham Hospital Outpatient Clinics, where visits are arranged through the appointment reception and the doctor's extension. Dr. Farah's room is on the third floor.
• Dr. Maali and Dr. Sheikh Qasem see patients at their own clinics; book directly with the clinic.

Getting there

Amman is home to around 5 million residents, and traffic between districts can add a lot of travel time at busy hours.

• Shmeisani: Dr. Almasri's clinic.
• Tla' Al-Ali: both Dr. Farah and Dr. Bani Hani, which may help if you want two opinions or appointments in one area.
• Other areas: the other two clinics are in the areas shown on their profiles.

If you are being assessed for seizures or blackouts, or have had a reduced-sleep EEG, arrange for someone else to drive you and ask your doctor about driving. For any emergency warning sign, call 911 rather than travelling to a clinic yourself.

Checklist before you book

• Confirm the doctor lists the specific test you need (EEG, nerve conduction or EMG)
• Check the confirmed days and hours, and ask how long the test takes
• Ask whether your insurer covers both the consultation and the test
• Ask for the consultation and test fees in advance
• Confirm the exact branch and floor
• Prepare your medication list, previous reports and any episode videos
• Follow hair and skin preparation instructions
• Arrange transport if driving is not advisable
• Know the warning signs that mean calling 911