Dr Ali Mir

Dr Ali Mir is a distinguished Consultant Paediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. They currently serve as the Chairman of the Department of Paediatric Neurology at a leading specialist hospital in the region. With extensive expertise in the management of complex neurological conditions, Dr Mir is dedicated to providing high-quality care to children affected by epilepsy and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

In addition to their clinical responsibilities, Dr Mir is deeply involved in medical education and research. They hold the position of Director of the Epilepsy Fellowship Programme, where they oversee the training of the next generation of specialists. Their academic contributions include active research in the fields of epilepsy, genetics, and neurology, ensuring that their practice remains at the forefront of medical advancements.

Dr Mir’s scope of practice encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of paediatric neurological issues, with a specific focus on refractory epilepsy. They are proficient in advanced therapeutic modalities, including the ketogenic diet and vagus nerve stimulation, and play a key role in the evaluation of patients for epilepsy surgery.