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Dr. Taher Ali

MDNS MSc MBBCh

Neurosurgeon

13 years of experience

Dubai

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Sanjay Bhat

4.96

/5

(19 reviews)

13 years of experience

Dubai

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Sanjay Bhat

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Back Pain
13
Neck Pain
6
1
Herniated Disc or Slipped Disc
4

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About Dr. Taher Ali

Dr. Taher Mohamed Ali is a Specialist Neurosurgeon at Al Zahra Hospital, Dubai, with over 12 years of experience in brain and spine surgery for both adults and children. He earned his MBBCh (Honours), Master’s, and Doctorate degrees in Neurosurgery from Cairo University, where he also served as a Lecturer and Consultant Neurosurgeon at Cairo University Hospitals and leading private medical centres in Egypt.

Dr. Taher has completed advanced international training, including a Neuro-Endoscopy Fellowship in Greifswald, Germany, and the AO Global Spine Diploma in Davos, Switzerland. He has also undertaken additional fellowships and specialised courses across several renowned German hospitals, further developing his expertise in modern neurosurgical techniques.

Before joining Al Zahra Hospital, Dr. Taher worked as a Neurosurgeon at Tawam Hospital and Sheikh Tahnoun Medical City (STMC) in the UAE. His clinical practice covers a broad range of neurosurgical procedures, with specialisation in minimally invasive spine surgery, robotic and endoscopic techniques, brain and pituitary tumour surgery, spinal tumours, head and spine trauma, and paediatric neurosurgery.

An active contributor to academic research, Dr. Taher has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and serves as a reviewer for several leading international neurosurgical publications.


Subspecialties

  • Paediatric (Pediatric) Neurosurgery
  • Spinal Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(31)
Skill Endorsements
(1)

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Back Pain
13
Neck Pain
6
1
Herniated Disc or Slipped Disc
4
Lower Back Pain
4
Artificial Disk Replacement
2
Fracture (broken bone)
1
Degenerative Disc Disease
1
Thoracic Back Surgery
Spinal Deformity Correction
Spinal Decompression
Nerve Root Injection
Lumbar Back Surgery
Laminectomy
Kyphoplasty
Facet Joint Replacement
Facet Joint Injection
Epidural
Discectomy
Cervical (Neck) Surgery
Vertebral Compression Fracture
Upper Back Pain
Sports Related Spine Injuries
Neurotrauma
Spondylolisthesis & Spondylolysis
Meningiomas
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Deformity
Gliomas
Myelitis
Sciatica
Spinal Injections for Pain
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Complex Spinal Disorders
Pineal Tumours
Surgery for Myelopathy
Coccyx Pain (Coccydynia)
Metastases
Transsphenoidal Hypophysectomy
Hydrocephalus
Shunt for Hydrocephalus
Sciatica Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Image-guided Neuronavigation
Chiari Malformation
Complex Revision Spinal Surgery
Complex Instrument Spine Surgery
Crainopharyngiomas
Brain Surgery
Brain Cancer
Spinal Fusion
Arteriovenous Malformation
Spine Fracture Surgery
Pituitary Tumor Surgery
Spine Fractures and Trauma
Brain Tumor Surgery
Spine Tumors and Infections
Brain Tumours
Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery

Registered with

Dubai Health Authority

No. 74392948


Qualifications

Doctorate and Master’s Degree in Neurosurgery from Cairo University

MBBCh(Hons), Cairo University.

Fellowship of neuroendoscopy from Greifswald (Germany).

AO spine diploma (Switzerland).

Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Arabic
  • German

Locations

Al Zahra Hospital Dubai

Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

4.84(265 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Back Pain
13
Neck Pain
6
1
Herniated Disc or Slipped Disc
4

Contact

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Reviews

5
verified patient
30 Jun 2026

Dr Taher has been extremely supportive over the past few months, helping me manage my lower back pain and guiding me through treatment, including the joint facet injection. His expertise, care, and clear communication have made a significant difference in my recovery. I truly appreciate his dedication and highly recommend him.

Patient seen for:
4.67
verified patient
26 Jun 2026

Good it is very good

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
26 Jun 2026

Great doctor. Very kind and patient

5
verified patient
22 Jun 2026

Very professional

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
20 Jun 2026

الدكتور ممتاز جدا

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
12 Jun 2026

دكتور يستمع للمريض ومعرفة كل الأعراض ..معلوماته غنية بأغلب الاعراض للأمراض الثانية ..يساعد المريض بكل شي يحتاجة ..ويتابعه جكل الشكر و التقدير

5
verified patient
28 May 2026

Really happy with the treatment given and explanation given for my reports

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
20 Apr 2026

The amount of care and attentiveness, made all the process and surgery so smooth and t Thank you so much Dr. Taher

5
verified patient
02 Feb 2026

Doctor expressed all attention and listened carefully to the patient and provided the most reasonable advised

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
23 Jan 2026

Clear diagnosis

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Skill Endorsements

19 Dec 2025
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Paediatric (Pediatric) Neurosurgery
Neck Pain

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Al Zahra Hospital Dubai on Instagram‎: "⁨	⁨	يُسعدنا أن نقدّم لكم الدكتور طاهر محمد علي، أخصائي جراحة المخ والأعصاب في مستشفى الزهراء دبي، بخبرة تمتدّ لأكثر من ١٢ عاماً في علاج أورام المخ، جراحات العمود الفقري، المناظير العصبية، والجراحة للأطفال والكبار.

يحمل الدكتور طاهر الدكتوراه من جامعة القاهرة ويُعدّ من الكوادر الطبية المؤهّلة دولياً، بعد زمالات ودبلومات متقدّمة من ألمانيا وسويسرا. يعمل بأسلوب إنساني علمي، لتحقيق أفضل النتائج لمرضاه.

احجز موعدك الآن للدقة في التشخيص ورعاية طبية عالية الجودة.

#أعصاب #جراحة_المخ #مستشفى_الزهراء #دبي #Neurosurgery⁩⁩"‎

Al Zahra Hospital Dubai on Instagram‎: "⁨ ⁨ يُسعدنا أن نقدّم لكم الدكتور طاهر محمد علي، أخصائي جراحة المخ والأعصاب في مستشفى الزهراء دبي، بخبرة تمتدّ لأكثر من ١٢ عاماً في علاج أورام المخ، جراحات العمود الفقري، المناظير العصبية، والجراحة للأطفال والكبار. يحمل الدكتور طاهر الدكتوراه من جامعة القاهرة ويُعدّ من الكوادر الطبية المؤهّلة دولياً، بعد زمالات ودبلومات متقدّمة من ألمانيا وسويسرا. يعمل بأسلوب إنساني علمي، لتحقيق أفضل النتائج لمرضاه. احجز موعدك الآن للدقة في التشخيص ورعاية طبية عالية الجودة. #أعصاب #جراحة_المخ #مستشفى_الزهراء #دبي #Neurosurgery⁩⁩"‎

53 likes, 6 comments - alzahrahospitaldubai on September 11, 2025‎: "⁨ ⁨ يُسعدنا أن نقدّم لكم الدكتور طاهر محمد علي، أخصائي جراحة المخ والأعصاب في مستشفى الزهراء دبي، بخبرة تمتدّ لأكثر من ١٢ عاماً في علاج أورام المخ، جراحات العمود الفقري، المناظير العصبية، والجراحة للأطفال والكبار. يحمل الدكتور طاهر الدكتوراه من جامعة القاهرة ويُعدّ من الكوادر الطبية المؤهّلة دولياً، بعد زمالات ودبلومات متقدّمة من ألمانيا وسويسرا. يعمل بأسلوب إنساني علمي، لتحقيق أفضل النتائج لمرضاه. احجز موعدك الآن للدقة في التشخيص ورعاية طبية عالية الجودة. #أعصاب #جراحة_المخ #مستشفى_الزهراء #دبي #Neurosurgery⁩⁩". ‎

06 January 2026

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TikTok · DrTaherAli

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468 likes, 25 comments. “د. طاهر محمد علي استشاري جراحة المخ والأعصاب خبرة دقيقة… ورعاية تركز على استعادة جودة حياتك Dr. Taher Mohamed Ali Consultant Neurosurgeon Precision. Expertise. Care focused on restoring your quality of life For bookings & inquiries: +971 43786666 - 056 728 0949”

25 April 2026

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Dr. Taher Ali - Neurosurgeon on Instagram‎: "د. طاهر محمد علي
 استشاري جراحة المخ والأعصاب
خبرة دقيقة… ورعاية تركز على استعادة جودة حياتك

Dr. Taher Mohamed Ali 
 Consultant Neurosurgeon
Precision. Expertise. Care focused on restoring your quality of life

For bookings & inquiries: +971 43786666 - 056 728 0949

#Neurosurgery #BrainHealth #HealthAwareness"‎

Dr. Taher Ali - Neurosurgeon on Instagram‎: "د. طاهر محمد علي استشاري جراحة المخ والأعصاب خبرة دقيقة… ورعاية تركز على استعادة جودة حياتك Dr. Taher Mohamed Ali Consultant Neurosurgeon Precision. Expertise. Care focused on restoring your quality of life For bookings & inquiries: +971 43786666 - 056 728 0949 #Neurosurgery #BrainHealth #HealthAwareness"‎

34 likes, 3 comments - dr.taher.ali on April 23, 2026‎: "د. طاهر محمد علي استشاري جراحة المخ والأعصاب خبرة دقيقة… ورعاية تركز على استعادة جودة حياتك Dr. Taher Mohamed Ali Consultant Neurosurgeon Precision. Expertise. Care focused on restoring your quality of life For bookings & inquiries: +971 43786666 - 056 728 0949 #Neurosurgery #BrainHealth #HealthAwareness". ‎

25 April 2026

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FAQ

What are Dr. Taher Ali's reviews like?

Dr. Taher Ali's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 19 reviews.

What languages does Dr. Taher Ali speak?

Dr. Taher Ali speaks English, Arabic and German

Where is Dr. Taher Ali located?

Dr. Taher Ali primarily practices at Al Zahra Hospital Dubai, located at Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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