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Top 10 Neurosurgery Specialists in Jordan 2026

If you are searching for the best neurosurgery specialists in Jordan, this page lists 10 of the 28 neurosurgery-related profiles on ClinicsJo. They are ordered by how complete and checkable their published information is, not by surgical skill or outcomes. You can compare clinic locations in Amman, Karak and Irbid, published services, languages and hours, then use the guide below to prepare your questions before booking.

10 of 28 doctors on ClinicsJoUpdated 18 October 2026How we choseClinicsJo editorial team · Sources

At a glance

#DoctorAreaRatingExperienceConsultationHoursInsuranceSuitsProfile score
1Salah Abdelatef Abdullah Al BeshawiJabal Amman———6 days · 10:00–17:00—Pituitary, aneurysm or skull-base questions; Arabic or English consultations in Amman39/100
2Qatada Al SaoubAl Thaniyah—————Residents of Karak Governorate needing a nearby neurological assessment or follow-up25/100
3Alaa Abdul Rahman Al MousaJabal Al Hussein——30 JOD6 days · 09:00–17:00AcceptedBrain or spine assessment and post-surgery follow-up in Shmeisani25/100
4Nidal Al RousanJabal Amman———6 days · 10:00–17:00—Families seeking paediatric neurosurgery input; Turkish- or French-speaking patients22/100
5Mohammad Ahmad Al TarawnehAl Mazar Al Janubi—————Spine and neurosurgical assessment for patients in southern Karak22/100
6Abdulhalim IbdahDowntown Irbid———4 days · 11:00–16:00—Northern Jordan residents wanting spine or neurosurgical review in Irbid22/100
7Mazen SamahaTla' Al Ali——30 JOD6 days · 09:00–15:00—Endoscopic spine, facial nerve pain or movement-disorder questions in Tla' Al Ali22/100
8Mohammad SamahaTla' Al Ali———6 days · 09:00–15:00—Brain tumour, radiosurgery or Parkinson's surgery assessment in Amman22/100
9Bader ObeidatShmeisani———6 days · 10:00–17:00—Slipped disc, back pain or spinal injury evaluation in Shmeisani22/100
10Zuhair Abu SalmaJabal Amman——30 JOD4 days · 11:00–17:00AcceptedEpilepsy or movement-disorder surgery questions; weighing surgical versus conservative options22/100

From each profile as published today: approved reviews only, consultation fees only where the profile states them, confirmed weekly hours (the most common shift). «—» means the profile does not publish it.

  1. 1Salah Abdelatef Abdullah Al Beshawi

    Dr. Salah Abdelatef Abdullah Al Beshawi is listed under neurology with a neurosurgery sub-specialty, and his biography describes him as a consultant neurosurgeon. He consults at Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient Clinics in Jabal Amman. His published education includes a medical degree from Ain Shams University, the Jordanian Board in General Surgery, the Jordanian Board in Neurosurgery and a Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow. He also lists neurosurgery training at Midland Centre in the United Kingdom and Western General Hospital in Edinburgh. Listed services include transsphenoidal pituitary surgery, cerebral aneurysm surgery, transoral skull-base surgery and spinal surgical assessment. He speaks Arabic and English. Confirmed hours are Saturday to Thursday, 10:00–17:00.

    Suits: Pituitary, aneurysm or skull-base questions; Arabic or English consultations in Amman

  2. 2Qatada Al Saoub

    Dr. Qatada Al Saoub is listed under neurology with a neurosurgery sub-specialty and practises at I Clinic Medical Center Karak in Al Thaniyah, Karak. According to his profile, reception is at the college junction in the Labour Office building, on the second floor. His published services are neurology consultation, neurology assessment and neurology follow-up. The centre's confirmed hours are listed as round the clock, seven days a week. However, his biography asks patients to confirm that the doctor will be present, along with the appointment time and the service needed, before visiting.

    Suits: Residents of Karak Governorate needing a nearby neurological assessment or follow-up

  3. 3Alaa Abdul Rahman Al Mousa

    Dr. Alaa Abdul Rahman Al Mousa is a neurosurgeon who runs his own neurosurgery and spine clinic in Shmeisani, Amman. According to his biography, his consultations cover brain and spine concerns, including tumours, disc and vertebral problems, and postoperative review. His published services are neurosurgery consultation, brain and spine assessment, and postoperative follow-up. Confirmed hours are Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday to Thursday 09:00–17:00, and Monday 13:00–17:00. His profile notes that reception hours do not guarantee he is in the clinic the whole time, so confirm the building and the doctor's attendance before you go.

    Suits: Brain or spine assessment and post-surgery follow-up in Shmeisani

  4. 4Nidal Al Rousan

    Dr. Nidal Al Rousan is described as a brain and spine surgeon at Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient Clinics in Jabal Amman. His listed sub-specialties are spine, neurosurgery and paediatric neurosurgery. According to his biography, he studied medicine and completed neurosurgical training at Hacettepe University in Turkey, and he holds European, Turkish and Jordanian neurosurgical board qualifications. His published services include paediatric neurosurgery, skull-base tumour assessment, radiosurgery, and spine and brain surgery. He speaks Arabic, English, Turkish and French. At consultation, he reviews symptoms, imaging and previous reports to judge whether surgery might be needed.

    Suits: Families seeking paediatric neurosurgery input; Turkish- or French-speaking patients

  5. 5Mohammad Ahmad Al Tarawneh

    Dr. Mohammad Ahmad Al Tarawneh practises at Amad Medical Center in Al Mazar Al Janubi, Karak. The centre identifies him as a specialist in brain, neurosurgical and endoscopic spine surgery. His published services are neurosurgical consultation, spine assessment and neurosurgical follow-up. Consultations can cover neurological and spine concerns, a review of investigations, and the choice between follow-up and intervention. The centre's confirmed hours are listed as round the clock, every day. His profile also says surgery is not assumed to take place inside the clinic, so ask where any procedure would be done.

    Suits: Spine and neurosurgical assessment for patients in southern Karak

  6. 6Abdulhalim Ibdah

    Dr. Abdulhalim Ibdah is listed under neurology with a neurosurgery sub-specialty. His biography says he specialises in neurosurgery and spine care. He sees patients at the Abdulhalim Ibdah Neurosurgery Clinic in Downtown Irbid. His profile mentions branches in Irbid, Amman and Zarqa that share one booking line, so say which branch you want when you book. Published services are consultation, assessment and follow-up. Confirmed hours at the Irbid clinic are short and vary by day: Saturday 11:00–16:00, Sunday 13:00–16:00, Tuesday 11:00–16:00 and Thursday 14:00–16:00.

    Suits: Northern Jordan residents wanting spine or neurosurgical review in Irbid

  7. 7Mazen Samaha

    Dr. Mazen Samaha is described as a brain, nerve and spine surgeon at the Dr. Mohammad and Mazen Samaha Clinic in Ibn Al Haitham Hospital, in Tla' Al Ali, Amman. According to his biography, his scope includes minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery, movement disorders, brain tumours, trigeminal pain, and assessment for radiosurgical care. His published services are neurosurgical consultation, assessment of symptoms and investigations, and treatment-plan follow-up. Confirmed hours are Saturday to Thursday, 09:00–15:00. He shares the clinic with Dr. Mohammad Samaha, so give the doctor's name when you book.

    Suits: Endoscopic spine, facial nerve pain or movement-disorder questions in Tla' Al Ali

  8. 8Mohammad Samaha

    Dr. Mohammad Samaha is described as a consultant in brain, nerve and spine surgery at the Dr. Mohammad and Mazen Samaha Clinic in Ibn Al Haitham Hospital, Tla' Al Ali, Amman. According to his biography, his scope includes brain tumours, Gamma Knife radiosurgical assessment, and surgery for Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. It adds that treatment choices follow individual investigation and a review of imaging. His published services are neurosurgical consultation, assessment of symptoms and investigations, and treatment-plan follow-up. Confirmed hours are Saturday to Thursday, 09:00–15:00.

    Suits: Brain tumour, radiosurgery or Parkinson's surgery assessment in Amman

  9. 9Bader Obeidat

    Dr. Bader Obeidat is described as a brain, nerve and spine surgeon with his own clinic in Shmeisani, Amman. According to his biography, the clinic evaluates disc herniation, spinal injuries and fractures, and back pain. Minimally invasive, endoscopic or other options depend on the examination and imaging findings. His published services are neurosurgical consultation, assessment of symptoms and investigations, and treatment-plan follow-up. Confirmed hours are Saturday and Monday to Thursday 10:00–17:00, and Sunday 08:00–17:00, which gives an earlier start once a week.

    Suits: Slipped disc, back pain or spinal injury evaluation in Shmeisani

  10. 10Zuhair Abu Salma

    Dr. Zuhair Abu Salma is described as a consultant neurosurgeon with Jordanian board certification. His biography mentions fellowship training in Paris in brain, epilepsy and movement-disorder surgery. His clinic is listed in Jabal Amman, and his biography places his consultations at Vetro Medical Complex. There he assesses brain, nerve and spine conditions and reviews both surgical and conservative options after examination and imaging. His published services are neurosurgical consultation, assessment of symptoms and investigations, and treatment-plan follow-up. Confirmed hours are Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00–17:00.

    Suits: Epilepsy or movement-disorder surgery questions; weighing surgical versus conservative options

This shortlist covers 10 of the 28 matching doctors on ClinicsJo. Browse the full list and filter it.

How we chose this list

Every matching doctor profile in this country was scored out of 100 for how complete and checkable its published information is, and the highest scores appear here in order. Featured placement does not change a profile's score, and the score does not measure treatment quality or outcomes — it tells you how much you can check before you call.

  • Profile verified by the platform15
  • Approved reviews (number and average)20
  • Published years of experience (up to 25)15
  • Published qualifications10
  • Written professional biography8
  • Profile photo5
  • Published services8
  • Listed insurers7
  • Confirmed opening hours6
  • Published consultation fee3
  • Map location3

Ties are broken by the number of approved reviews, then published years of experience. Confirm the service, branch, appointment, fees and insurance coverage with the practice before visiting.

When do you need this specialty or procedure?

Neurosurgery covers operations and surgical assessment for the brain, the spinal cord and the peripheral nerves. Common reasons for referral include brain and spinal tumours, slipped (herniated) discs pressing on a nerve, nerve compression in the arm or leg, problems with blood vessels in the brain such as aneurysms, chronic spine pain that has not settled, and selected cases of epilepsy or movement disorders.

Seeing a neurosurgeon does not mean you will have an operation. Many spine problems, including most disc herniations, improve with time, activity changes, physiotherapy and pain relief guided by a doctor. Major guidelines generally reserve surgery for persistent or worsening symptoms, or for clear nerve or spinal cord compression. A good first consultation often ends with a plan to watch and wait, further tests, or a referral back to a neurologist or a pain or physiotherapy service.

Reasons to book a routine visit include:

  • A diagnosis of a brain or spinal tumour on a scan
  • Sciatica or arm pain from a disc that has not improved after several weeks, or that comes with numbness or weakness
  • Headaches that come with other neurological symptoms, such as changes in vision or balance
  • Gradual weakness, clumsiness or loss of movement in a limb
  • Pain, tingling or weakness in the hand or foot that suggests a trapped nerve

Warning signs that need emergency care

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department straight away if you or someone with you has:

  • A sudden, severe headache, often described as the worst ever, especially with vomiting, a stiff neck or confusion
  • Sudden weakness, numbness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden loss of vision
  • A seizure for the first time, or a seizure that does not stop
  • Drowsiness, repeated vomiting or confusion after a head injury
  • New loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the genitals or buttocks, or rapidly worsening weakness in both legs (possible spinal cord or nerve root compression)
  • Neck or back pain after a fall or crash, with tingling or weakness

Do not wait for a clinic appointment in these situations.

How to choose among the doctors here

People searching for neurosurgery specialists in Jordan often start with a name. It is more useful to start with the problem you have.

  • Check the profile describes surgical work. Several profiles here are filed under neurology with a neurosurgery sub-specialty. Read the biography and services to see whether the doctor describes surgical practice, such as spine surgery or brain tumour surgery, or mainly consultation and follow-up.
  • Match the published services to your condition. Some profiles mention pituitary, aneurysm or skull-base work. Others mention endoscopic spine surgery, paediatric neurosurgery, radiosurgery assessment, or epilepsy and movement-disorder surgery. A focused match makes the first visit more productive.
  • Look at qualifications where they are published. Some profiles list board certifications and training centres. You can ask any doctor about their training and how often they manage cases like yours.
  • Consider location and travel. Brain and spine conditions can mean several follow-up visits and scans. The list spans different governorates, so a clinic you can reach easily matters, especially after surgery.
  • Check hours against your schedule. Confirmed hours vary widely. Some clinics are open six days, others only a few afternoons. Where a centre shows round-the-clock hours, its profile still asks you to confirm when the doctor is actually present.
  • Language. Some profiles state the languages spoken. If you prefer to discuss a complex diagnosis in a particular language, check before booking.

A second opinion before major brain or spine surgery is reasonable and common. You can bring the same scans to another surgeon on this list.

What to expect at the first visit

The neurosurgeon will usually take a detailed history and examine your strength, sensation, reflexes, balance and walking. Most of the consultation is spent reviewing your imaging. If you have not had suitable scans, you may be asked to arrange an MRI or CT first.

What to bring:

  • All scans on disc or as digital copies, plus the written reports, not just the report alone
  • Previous operation notes, discharge summaries and pathology results if you have had surgery before
  • A list of your current medicines, especially blood thinners, which matter for any procedure
  • Notes on when symptoms started, what makes them better or worse, and any weakness, numbness or bladder changes
  • Your insurance card and ID
  • A family member or friend, if possible, to help remember the discussion

Useful questions to ask:

  • What do you think is causing my symptoms, and how sure are you?
  • Is surgery needed now, later, or possibly not at all? What happens if I wait?
  • What non-surgical options should I try first?
  • If surgery is suggested, what does it involve, where would it take place, and what is the expected recovery?
  • What are the main risks in my case?
  • Which symptoms should make me return early or go to emergency care?

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

Call the clinic before your visit and ask:

  • What the consultation fee is, and whether it includes reviewing scans you bring
  • Whether your insurer is accepted, and whether you need a referral or pre-approval
  • For any planned surgery, which facility it would be done in. Insurer approval often depends on the facility as well as the surgeon.
  • Whether the doctor will be present at the time offered. Some profiles here note that reception hours and the doctor's attendance are not the same.
  • For clinics with more than one branch or more than one surgeon, which branch and which doctor your booking is for
  • What the follow-up fee is and how soon a review is usually arranged

Keep a written note of the name of the person you spoke to and what they confirmed.

Getting there

This is a list covering all of Jordan, and each profile shows its own city and district. Before you travel:

  • Confirm the exact building and floor. Several clinics sit inside larger medical buildings or complexes.
  • Allow extra time for parking and finding the right outpatient area, particularly in busy central districts.
  • If you have leg weakness, severe back pain or balance problems, arrange for someone to drive you rather than driving yourself.
  • If you live outside the city where a doctor is based, think about how you would manage repeat visits and recovery travel before choosing.

Checklist before you book

  • I know whether my symptoms are urgent, and I will call 911 for any emergency warning sign
  • The profile's services or biography match my condition
  • I have checked whether the doctor describes surgical practice or mainly consultation
  • I have my scans, reports and medicine list ready
  • I have asked about the consultation fee and insurance acceptance
  • I have confirmed the doctor's attendance, the branch and the appointment time
  • I know where any procedure would take place
  • I have written down my questions about surgery versus other options
  • I have considered getting a second opinion before major surgery

How much do Neurosurgery doctors in Jordan charge for a consultation?

Consultation fees of Neurosurgery doctors in Jordan published on ClinicsJo: 25–30 JOD (profiles: 7), median 30 JOD. They are the fees the doctors' profiles show, for the consultation only; tests and procedures depend on your case.

What clinics and doctors have published on ClinicsJo

Other doctor profiles with a published fee: 2.

What sets the price with Neurosurgery doctors?

  • Surgeon and anaesthetist fees
  • The hospital, room type and length of stay
  • The technique used (keyhole, laser or open surgery)
  • Pre-operative tests and medical supplies
  • Follow-up visits after the operation

How to ask about the price

Before booking, ask the clinic for the all-inclusive price and what it covers, any extra tests or scans, how many follow-up visits are included, the payment options, and whether your insurance is accepted. You can reach them through the contact details on the profiles on this page.

The figures above are the ones the profiles on ClinicsJo show and may change. We do not estimate prices. Confirm the price with the clinic before booking. Offers on ClinicsJo

Frequently asked questions

How was this list of neurosurgery specialists chosen?
The 10 profiles come from 28 on ClinicsJo for this specialty. They are ordered by a 100-point score for how complete and checkable each profile is, covering verification, reviews, experience, qualifications, biography, photo, services, insurers, hours, fee and map location. Featured placement does not change the score. The order does not measure surgical skill, treatment quality or outcomes.
What is the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?
A neurologist diagnoses and treats nervous system conditions with medicines, tests and ongoing care, for example epilepsy, migraine or Parkinson's disease. A neurosurgeon assesses and performs operations on the brain, spine and nerves when surgery may help. Many patients see a neurologist first and are referred on. Several profiles on this page are filed under neurology with a neurosurgery sub-specialty, so read each biography.
Does a slipped disc always need surgery?
No. Most disc herniations improve over weeks to months with activity changes, physiotherapy and pain relief guided by a doctor. Surgery is usually considered when pain or nerve symptoms persist despite these measures, or when there is significant or worsening weakness. Sudden loss of bladder or bowel control, or numbness around the groin, needs emergency care. Call 911.
When is a headache an emergency?
Seek emergency help by calling 911 for a sudden, severe headache that peaks within seconds or minutes. The same applies to a headache with weakness, numbness, slurred speech, confusion, fever with a stiff neck, a seizure, or vision loss, or one that follows a head injury. Ongoing headaches with milder neurological symptoms still deserve a prompt medical review rather than waiting.
What should I bring to a neurosurgery consultation?
Bring your MRI or CT images on disc or as digital files together with their written reports. Also bring previous operation notes and discharge summaries, a list of medicines (especially blood thinners), and your insurance card and ID. A short timeline of your symptoms helps the surgeon assess your case. Bringing a companion can help you remember the discussion.
Is it reasonable to get a second opinion before brain or spine surgery?
Yes. A second opinion is common before major neurosurgery and most surgeons expect it. Take the same scans and reports to another specialist and ask them to explain their reasoning, the alternatives and the risks. If the two opinions differ, ask each doctor what would change their recommendation. Urgent situations, however, should not be delayed.
How do I check consultation fees and insurance for these doctors?
Contact the clinic before booking. Ask for the consultation fee, whether your insurer is accepted, and whether pre-approval or a referral is needed. For planned surgery, ask which facility would be used, as insurance approval often depends on it. Confirm that the doctor will be present at your appointment time.

Sources and references

Prepared by: the ClinicsJo editorial team. Last updated 18 October 2026.

List data: the doctor and clinic profiles published on ClinicsJo — services, doctors, hours, insurers and addresses entered by the providers or compiled by our team from public sources. Reviews appear only after moderation, the verified badge only on profiles the platform administration verified, and no price appears unless the profile itself publishes it. Where the data comes from and how lists are ordered · Medical content policy

Health references: the health information in the guide is general and written to agree with the guidance of major health bodies. To read further or check it:

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