Dr. Mehtab Iqbal

Dr. Mehtab Iqbal, MBBS, MRCPCH, FRCPCH, CCT (Pediatric Neurology), is a British Board-certified Consultant Pediatric Neurologist and Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology at Tawam Hospital in Al Ain, UAE. His clinical practice focuses on pediatric neurological disorders, with particular experience in epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions, and pediatric neurology. The official MEPNC profile identifies him as a Consultant Pediatric Neurologist and Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology at Tawam Hospital.

Dr. Iqbal completed his pediatric neurology training in the United Kingdom and subsequently worked as a Consultant Pediatric Neurologist at University Hospitals of Leicester. During his career in the UK, he served as the lead clinician for neuromuscular disorders in children, leading a multidisciplinary neuromuscular service. He was also involved in establishing treatment pathways for children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).

His professional work has continued to focus on advancing pediatric neurological care in the UAE. He has been involved in education and research concerning pediatric neurology, neuromuscular disorders, and emerging treatments. More recent professional records identify him as Adjunct Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at United Arab Emirates University, in addition to his clinical leadership role at Tawam Hospital.