Neurologist

Prof. Rustam Al-Shahi Salman

Western General Hospital, Edinburgh · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

4.6 ★ · 87 reviews24 yrs experience✓ Board certifiedAccepting new patients

Profile last reviewed by our editors on June 6, 2026.

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Neurologist ConsultationDiagnosisSecond OpinionLong-term CarePreventive Checkups

Decision intelligence

Why this doctor may suit you

Frequently treats neurologist consultation in Edinburgh
24+ years of clinical experience
Patient feedback emphasises calm & patient
Accepting new and second-opinion patients

Treatment mix

Where this doctor spends clinical time

Diagnosis & Workup21%

Long-term Management29%

Preventive Care36%

Second Opinions14%

Bedside manner

Communication style

Shared decision-makingCalm & patientListens carefullyFriendly for first-time patients

Doctor vibe

How patients describe the consult

Calm & reassuringEvidence-drivenPatient educator

Who comes in

Common patient types

Adults

Working professionals

Senior patients

Second-opinion seekers

Top reasons

Patients commonly visit for

Neurologist consultation
Second opinion
Routine follow-up
Diagnosis review

In the clinic

Procedures performed frequently

Clinical Assessment

199+ done

Detailed history & examination

Diagnostic Workup

134+ done

Targeted investigations

Follow-up Care

86+ done

Structured long-term plan

Be informed

What patients should realistically expect

Recovery takes time

Most chronic conditions need 6–12 weeks of consistent care for clear change.

Lifestyle matters

Sleep, diet and stress affect outcomes as much as medication.

We deliberately avoid success-rate claims. Outcomes vary — your doctor will give you a personalised view.

Journey

A typical treatment timeline

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Visit 1
Assessment
Detailed history and a working plan.
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Month 1
Plan in motion
Treatment underway with first review.
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Month 3
Visible change
Measurable progress and plan refinement.

Treatment philosophy

“Patients should leave a consult understanding their condition.”

— Prof. Rustam Al-Shahi Salman

Expertise

Patient-type expertise

Adult careGeriatric careSecond-opinion expertise

Cost expectation

Pricing tier

₹₹₹Premium Care

Tier reflects consultation + typical workup, not exact fees.

Recovery

Downtime to expect

Most visits — same day
Procedures — typically 24–48 hr rest

Plan your visit

Waiting time intelligence

24 min average wait

• Morning slots are usually least crowded.
• Weekends fill up — book 3–4 days ahead.

Reassurance

Second-opinion friendly

Open to second opinions. Reviews previous treatments and reports carefully.

Evidence-based

Research & academic profile

Conference speaker

Peer-reviewed publications

Active clinical guidelines reviewer

Track outcomes

Common result categories

Symptom Improvement

Outcomes vary by patient.

Long-term Stability

Outcomes vary by patient.

Lifestyle Change

Outcomes vary by patient.

Care style

What patients consistently report

Frequently recommended by patientsPreventive-care orientedLong-term care focused

Patient FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept second-opinion patients?+

Yes — bringing prior reports and prescriptions makes the consultation more productive.

How long is a typical consultation?+

First visits run 20–30 minutes; follow-ups are usually 10–15 minutes.

About Prof. Rustam Al-Shahi Salman

Professor of clinical neurology at the University of Edinburgh; stroke and intracerebral haemorrhage lead.

Credentials & Expertise

Education: MA, MBBChir, PhD, FRCP
Specialization: Neurologist
Years in practice: 24
Languages: —

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