Prof. Dr. Shamim Rashid

Prof. Dr. Shamim Rashid is a highly experienced Neurology specialist in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating disorders related to the brain and nervous system. His areas of expertise include epilepsy, stroke, paralysis, headaches, nerve disorders, and other neurological conditions.

Educational Background

Prof. Dr. Shamim Rashid began his academic journey by completing his SSC in 1984 from Nazrul Shikhalaya, Moghbazar, followed by HSC from Dhaka College in 1986. He later earned his MBBS degree from Sir Salimullah Medical College & Mitford Hospital in 1994 and subsequently joined the Health Cadre through the 17th BCS.

To further specialize in neurology, he completed his MD in Neurology from Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), formerly known as Bangladesh Medical University, in 2009.

Professional Career

Over the years, Prof. Dr. Shamim Rashid has held several academic and clinical positions in the field of neurology. He was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2016 and later Associate Professor in 2023. He is currently serving as a Professor of Neurology at the National Institute of Neurosciences & Hospital (NINS), Dhaka.

Areas of Expertise

He has extensive experience in diagnosing and managing a wide range of neurological disorders, including:

• Epilepsy and seizure disorders

• Stroke and paralysis

• Migraine and chronic headaches

• Neuropathy and nerve diseases

• Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders

• Dementia and cognitive disorders

• Other brain and nervous system conditions

International Training & Conferences

Prof. Dr. Rashid has participated in numerous international conferences and training programs, including:

• American Academy of Neurology (USA)

• European Academy of Neurology Congress (Amsterdam)

• Stroke Congress (India)

• Movement Disorder Conferences in Canada and Hong Kong

He also completed specialized epilepsy training in Bangkok and Sri Lanka.

Research Contributions

In addition to his clinical work, he is actively involved in medical research and has published several national and international research articles related to neurology and neurological disorders.

Chamber Information

• Chamber: Labaid Diagnostic, Malibagh

• Address: House # B65, Chowdhury Para, Malibagh, Dhaka

• Consultation Hours: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

• Closed: Friday

Patients experiencing neurological conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, nerve disorders, or persistent headaches can consult him during his scheduled visiting hours.