Neurology Research Group
This group is dedicated to advancing research in neurological disorders and perioperative neurological care. It integrates expertise from neurology, surgery, anesthesia, urology, otolaryngology, and pharmacology to improve patient outcomes, enhance awareness, and strengthen education. The unifying thread is exploring the intersection of neurological health with surgical and anesthetic practice, while addressing patient safety, lifestyle risk factors, and systemic barriers in resource‑limited settings.
- 5 members
- 12 publications
Group Members
5
Group Leader
Dr. Ahmad Abuhassan
Neurologist and Neurophysiologist Specialist
Research Interests
Neuroophthalmology
- Visual disturbances in migraine and epilepsy
- Sleep quality, screen time, and neuroophthalmic symptoms
- Dizziness, vertigo, and visual complaints in young adults
Neurological disorders and perioperative care
- Anesthesia considerations for patients with epilepsy
- Perioperative neurological complications and outcomes
- Stroke epidemiology and ICU outcomes
Education and awareness
- Knowledge and attitudes of medical students toward epilepsy
- Patient perceptions of neurological causes of vision loss
- Burnout and wellbeing among neurologyrelated healthcare providers
Lifestyle and pharmacology
- Stimulant use (caffeine, energy drinks) and neuroophthalmic symptoms
- Antihistamines and their impact on sleep and cognition
- Pain management and drug dosing optimization in neurological patients
Ongoing Research
- Exploring neuroophthalmic symptoms among university students
- Investigating epilepsy management in perioperative settings
- Assessing prevalence and risk factors of stroke in ICU patients
- Evaluating stimulant use and its neurological/ophthalmic consequences
- Measuring patient satisfaction with neurological and anesthesia care
- Training medical students in neurorelated patient safety and error disclosure
- Comparing outcomes of sedative choices in pediatric neuroendoscopy procedures
Publications
12| # | Year | Publication | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026 | AlHabil Y, Hossoon O, AlQam M, et al. Neurotrauma and multiple sclerosis: the silent catalyst – a systematic review and meta-analysis. Review. Neurol Sci. 2026;47(1)155. doi:10.1007/s10072-025-08761-z | DOI |
| 2 | 2021 | Damiri B, Safarini OA, Nazzal Z, et al. Eating disorders and the use of cognitive enhancers and psychostimulants among university students: A cross-sectional study. Article. Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment. 2021;17:1633-1645. doi:10.2147/NDT.S308598 | DOI |
| 3 | 2026 | Hassan A, Titi A, Altouri D, Yasin D, Alsadder T, Jaber M, Shawahna R. Maternal Practices and Knowledge on Mixing Pediatric Medications with Food: Evidence of Counseling Gaps and Educational Needs in Primary Care. Article. Inquiry. 2026;63doi:10.1177/00469580261436352 | DOI |
| 4 | 2026 | Jaradat O, Awad A, Abu Samaan H, Al-Toom S, Alsadder T, Jaber M, Shawahna R. Impact of Antihistamines on Sleep, Cognition, and Daily Functioning: Evidence From Primary and Community Care. Article. J Prim Care Community Health. 2026;17doi:10.1177/21501319261442260 | DOI |
| 5 | 2025 | khraiwesh A, Ikhdour O, Alalyat Z, Damiri B, Abuhassan A, Abuawad M. A retrospective study on sex disparities and risk factors in acute ischemic stroke in the West bank of Palestine. Article. Sci Rep. 2025;15(1)16135. doi:10.1038/s41598-025-01268-9 | DOI |
| 6 | 2022 | Maree M, Dwaikat D, Hanbali R, et al. Large ureteric calculi and venous sinuses thrombosis of the brain led to behcet’s disease diagnosis in a child: a story to tell. Article. Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal. 2022;7(2) | |
| 7 | 2026 | Nujedat H, Mustafa I, Igbariah A, Abuhassan A, Alsadder T, Jaber M, Shawahna R. Knowledge, readiness to help, and attitudes toward epilepsy: A comparative study among Palestinian university students in health and non-health majors. Article. Epi Beh Rep. 2026;34100867. doi:10.1016/j.ebr.2026.100867 | DOI |
| 8 | 2025 | Salah T, Shaikh-Ibrahim I, Altawil S, Abuhassan A, Salameh H, Shawahna R. Pharmacotherapy of epilepsy in the Palestinian practice: Patterns of treatments and response. Article. Heliyon. 2025;11(8)e42970. doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2025.e42970 | DOI |
| 9 | 2026 | Shabana H, Harthieh AA, Gharbyeh SA, Alsadder T, Jaber M, Shawahna R. Symptom Severity and Quality of Life Impact in Hyperemesis Gravidarum and Nausea of Pregnancy: Evidence From a Large Cross-Sectional Study. Article. Inquiry. 2026;6300469580261468785. doi:10.1177/00469580261468785 | DOI |
| 10 | 2025 | Snoubar M, Kasim S, Badawi M, et al. High-risk drug use among Palestinian adolescent refugees in the North West Bank Palestine. Article. Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse. 2025;24(1):3-22. doi:10.1080/15332640.2023.2255850 | DOI |
| 11 | 2025 | Warrad R, Abushar A, Qubbaj A, Mosleh S, Odeh R, Abuhassan A, Shawahna R. Neurotoxicity associated with cancer chemotherapy: the first study in the Palestinian healthcare system. Article. BMC Cancer. 2025;25(1)904. doi:10.1186/s12885-025-14348-w | DOI |
| 12 | 2024 | Zahran A, Besharieh F, Hamdan Y, Alsadder T, Jaber M, Shawahna R. Knowledge and perceptions of the roles of anesthesiologists as providers of healthcare services: toward better-educated patients. Article. BMC Health Services Research. 2024;24(1)1568. doi:10.1186/s12913-024-12048-y | DOI |
Contact Us
Dr. Ahmad Abuhassan
Neurologist and Neurophysiologist Specialist
Email: [email protected]