Top 5 Neurosurgery Specialists in Jabal Amman 2026

When do you need a neurosurgeon?

Neurosurgery covers specialist surgery of the brain, the spinal cord and the peripheral nerves. Common reasons people are referred include:

• brain tumours
• a slipped (herniated) disc pressing on a nerve
• nerve compression in the arm or leg
• blood-vessel problems in the brain, such as aneurysms
• long-standing spinal pain
• some types of epilepsy where surgery is considered

Not every problem that reaches a neurosurgeon ends in an operation. Many people with disc-related back or neck pain improve with time, physiotherapy and medical treatment. Part of a neurosurgeon's job is deciding whether surgery is likely to help at all.

Signs it is worth booking a visit

• You have been told a scan shows a brain or spinal tumour, or a pituitary lesion.
• A slipped disc is causing pain, numbness or tingling down an arm or leg that does not settle.
• You have weakness in a hand, arm or leg, or are dropping things.
• You have severe headaches together with neurological symptoms, such as changes in vision, balance or speech.
• Your neurologist or family doctor has suggested a surgical opinion, for example for epilepsy or a movement disorder.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Do not wait for a clinic appointment. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department if you or someone with you has:

• a sudden, very severe headache, often described as the worst ever
• sudden weakness, numbness or drooping on one side of the face or body
• difficulty speaking or understanding speech
• a first seizure, or a seizure that does not stop
• loss of consciousness, or confusion or repeated vomiting after a head injury
• back pain with new numbness around the groin or buttocks, or new loss of bladder or bowel control
• rapidly worsening weakness in the legs

How to choose among the doctors here

People searching for the best neurosurgery specialists in Jabal Amman usually want someone whose experience matches their problem. Start with the published services rather than the order of the list.

• Match the area of interest. Several profiles describe particular focus areas:
• Dr. Al Beshawi lists pituitary, aneurysm and skull-base surgery.
• Dr. Al Rousan lists paediatric neurosurgery, skull-base tumours and radiosurgery.
• Dr. Abu Salma describes fellowship training in epilepsy and movement-disorder surgery.
• Dr. Al Karmi lists spine surgery assessment alongside brain surgery.
• Dr. Elyan's clinic receives brain, spinal and nerve consultations.
• Read the training details for yourself. Where qualifications are published, they appear in the profile and biography. Ask the clinic about anything else you want to know.
• Language. Some profiles list languages: Arabic and English for Dr. Al Beshawi and Dr. Al Karmi; Arabic, English, Turkish and French for Dr. Al Rousan.
• Timing. Confirmed hours differ. Dr. Elyan's clinic opens from 09:00 Saturday to Thursday, Dr. Al Beshawi consults 10:00–17:00 on the same days, and Dr. Abu Salma consults four days a week from 11:00.
• Where surgery would happen. A consultation in Jabal Amman does not tell you where an operation would be done. Ask early, because it affects insurance approval and follow-up.
• Second opinions are normal. For major brain or spine surgery, it is reasonable to seek a second neurosurgical opinion before deciding.

What to expect at the first visit

A first neurosurgical consultation is mostly a conversation and an examination. The surgeon asks about your symptoms and checks strength, reflexes, sensation and balance. They then review your scans and reports. Several biographies here describe exactly this: reviewing the diagnosis, imaging and previous reports before discussing surgical and non-surgical options.

What to bring

• Original imaging. Bring MRI or CT scans on disc or a digital link, not just the printed report. Surgeons usually want to see the images themselves.
• Reports. Bring radiology reports, any biopsy or laboratory results, and letters from your neurologist or family doctor.
• Surgical history. Bring details of previous operations, especially earlier spine surgery.
• Medicines and allergies. Bring a list of current medicines, including blood thinners, and any allergies.
• Your insurance card and ID.

Questions worth asking

• What is causing my symptoms, and how sure are you?
• What happens if I do not have surgery now?
• What are the non-surgical options, and how long should I try them?
• If surgery is recommended, what does it involve, and what are the main risks?
• What does recovery and follow-up usually look like?
• Where would the operation take place?

Take a family member if you can. Neurosurgical consultations can include a lot of information, and a second listener helps.

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

Check these points with the clinic or hospital before you go:

• The consultation fee and what it covers. Ask whether reviewing outside scans or a follow-up visit is charged separately.
• Your insurer. Ask whether your policy is accepted for outpatient visits, and separately for any operation or admission.
• Approvals. Ask whether your insurer needs a referral or prior approval for the consultation, new imaging or surgery.
• Where the session takes place. For doctors at Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient Clinics, the hospital's Patient Services confirms the consulting location and session. For Dr. Abu Salma, confirm whether your visit is at his clinic or at Vetro Medical Complex.
• Children. If the patient is a child, say so when booking so the right clinic slot is arranged.

Getting there

All five profiles are located in Jabal Amman, in central Amman. Three doctors list Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient Clinics:

• Dr. Al Beshawi
• Dr. Al Rousan
• Dr. Al Karmi

Dr. Elyan and Dr. Abu Salma list their own clinics, and Dr. Abu Salma's biography also mentions Vetro Medical Complex. If you are coming from Abdoun, Sweifieh, Shmeisani, Gardens, Khalda, Dabouq, Tla' Al-Ali, Jubeiha or the 7th Circle area, check the exact building and entrance when you book. Use the map pin on the profile where one is shown.

Neurological symptoms can make driving unsafe. Arrange for someone to bring you if you have weakness, dizziness or seizures. Allow extra time for parking and registration, especially for a first visit.

Checklist before you book

• Match your problem (brain, spine, nerve, paediatric, epilepsy) to the doctor's published services.
• Confirm the clinic day, time and exact location.
• Ask about the consultation fee and whether your insurer is accepted.
• Check whether your insurer needs a referral or prior approval.
• Gather original scans, reports and details of past operations.
• Write down your symptoms, when they started and what makes them better or worse.
• Prepare your questions, including where any surgery would take place.
• Arrange transport and a companion if your symptoms affect driving or walking.
• Remember: for sudden severe headache, sudden weakness, seizures or loss of bladder control, call 911 instead of booking.