Dr. Umair Fiaz Sheikh

Overview of Dr. Umair Fiaz Sheikh

Brief Introduction: Dr. Umair Fiaz Sheikh

Dr. Umair Fiaz Sheikh is a fellowship-trained neurologist in Faisalabad specialising in stroke medicine, making him one of the most specialized neurologists in central Punjab. With over 13 years of clinical experience, he has significantly improved access to advanced stroke care and neurological treatment for the large and underserved patient population of Faisalabad and its surrounding districts. His fellowship has equipped him with skills in acute thrombolysis and stroke unit management that were previously unavailable in the region.

Dr. Sheikh’s neurological expertise covers acute stroke management and tPA thrombolysis, stroke rehabilitation and secondary prevention strategies, epilepsy and refractory seizure management, migraine and chronic daily headache treatment, Parkinson’s disease and movement disorder care, peripheral neuropathy and Guillain-Barre syndrome, multiple sclerosis evaluation, dementia assessment, nerve conduction studies (NCS), and electromyography (EMG). He is particularly committed to improving stroke awareness and reducing treatment delays in Faisalabad, where timely neurological intervention can significantly reduce disability and death from stroke.

Areas of Expertise

• Fellowship in Stroke Medicine — expert in acute tPA thrombolysis and stroke prevention
• Comprehensive epilepsy management and EEG interpretation
• Treats Parkinson’s disease, migraine, and chronic headache disorders
• Diagnoses and manages peripheral neuropathy and multiple sclerosis
• Performs nerve conduction studies (NCS) and electromyography (EMG)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Dr. Umair Fiaz Sheikh’s subspecialty within neurology?

A: He holds a fellowship in Stroke Medicine, making him Faisalabad’s most specialized expert in acute stroke care and secondary prevention.

Q: What is tPA thrombolysis?

A: tPA (tissue plasminogen activator) is a clot-dissolving medication administered in the first hours of an ischaemic stroke to restore blood flow and minimize permanent brain damage.

Q: Does he treat epilepsy?

A: Yes, he provides comprehensive epilepsy management including medication selection, EEG interpretation, and referral for epilepsy surgery assessment in refractory cases.

Q: How can I book an appointment with Dr. Umair Fiaz Sheikh?

A: Appointments can be booked at National Hospital, Faisalabad, or conveniently online via Find Md Health.